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Lyra - Kangaroo Valley

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Exterior
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3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lyra - Kangaroo Valley

*April 2023 - Some exciting changes have been made to Lyra including painting the interior following consultation with award winning colour consultant Sonia Van de Haar of Lymesmith, installing new artworks, upgrading the interior furnishings and reinstating the organic vegetable garden. I hope you love the changes as much as I do.

Lyra overlooks the Barrengarry mountain range, midway between Kangaroo Valley and Berry. The house and entertaining area sits in the midst of 7 acres of undisturbed rainforest, serving as an amphitheatre for the lively birdsong of the Australian bush.

Mornings and early evening is a magical time at Lyra where one can sit back and watch the rich array of Australian bird life busy at work. The Lyrebirds are shy but vocal mimics, the Kookaburras are a bit of an eccentric observer and the yellow breasted Greygones are full of joy and curiosity (last time I was at home I watched a pair of Hummingbirds build a nest - absolutely delightful).

Lyra is a stylish hand-crafted post and beam mud brick home, hand-made from materials sourced from the rainforest. Much of the timber has been felled on-site and walls built from rocks and boulders found on the land. The large front living area, with its hand-made concertina doors, opens right up to the garden outdoors. The glass roof panels allow an unobstructed view to the sky lounging in front of the slow combustion wood fire. Firewood is provided all year round apart from in the heat of Summer. The back living room is a beautiful private spot for curling up into a good book or enjoying some TV.

The beating heart of Lyra, however, is its fully equipped kitchen and outdoor entertaining area. The outdoor area serves as a second, open-air living room, and comes with a large wood-fired pizza oven, dining table and sofas. The owner is a passionate cook, baker and entertainer. In this regard, you will have everything you need to create anything from a late-night toasted sandwich, pizza - from novice to chef, cakes, cookies and pies, a quintessential Australian barbeque, a traditional weekend roast; or a family favourite fried rice (please oil the wok after use).
The organic vegetable garden is up and running please do help yourself to whatever is growing.

There are lots of serving platters and the owner has filled the kitchen with a collection of mid-century and vintage crockery and ceramics that she has lovingly collected over the years.

A good quality gas-plumbed Weber barbeque is provided.

Guests are sure to enjoy the heated outdoor spa and fire pit (bring your own wood or use fallen timber found on the property) where you can sit back and relax under the starlit sky.

The property has three private bedrooms with the main downstairs bedroom having a queen bed and its own ensuite. The two upstairs bedrooms each have queen beds and share the second bathroom. There is an extra powder room off the back living room.

Bed linen is 5 star quality - French Linen Duvets, 100% organic bamboo and/or organic cotton sheets.

Each bed is equipped with electric blankets and 100% Australian wool blankets for the winter months plus 5 star quality duvets through the year.

As the custodian of Lyra, the owner asks guests to honour the environmental tradition upon which her home was created by limiting single use plastics wherever possible exercising the discipline of thorough recycling. In this regard, communal pantry and bathroom basics are provided which you are welcome to use.


Check Lyra out on Instagram - @Lyra_Kangaroo_Valley

Please always keep the doors to the organic garden shut lest the critters help themselves!

Complimentary firewood is provided for use in the inside fire place except in the heat of Summer. If you would like to enjoy the fire pit and pizza oven we do ask that only rough wood self-sourced from the property is used. Additional fire wood can also be purchased from the petrol station and rural supplies store in Kangaroo Valley. The owner recommends selecting really good hardwood that is thoroughly dry for the pizza oven. She has had some disasters herself by accidentally using unseasoned damp wood or light wood. Petrol station firewood tends to be pretty light and provides a low temperature burn so don’t skimp, come prepared with good wood and start the pizza oven 4 hours before use.

To keep Lyra’s outdoor spa clean and sanitised, the spa company come and service it each Thursday. They wont disturb you- will just service it and leave it ready for you to enjoy.

To keep the lawns mowed, paths tidy, gardens watered and weeded Lyra’s garden team come and work each Tuesday. The team are a professional group of young men, respectful of your privacy.

Lyra accommodates up to 6 humans. If you have little ones in addition to 6 adults please contact our office so that we help accommodate you.

I hope you love my home.

•For last minute bookings, please contact our office.

Minimum night stays:
Weekend or Midweek 3 nights
Easter - 4 nights
Christmas and New Year - 7 nights

The Fine Print:
The rates calculated by this website are estimates only and may not include discounts or special rates. All rates will be checked by our staff.

- Please note a non-refundable Booking Fee applies to all bookings.
- A Security Bond is processed as a credit card pre-authorisation with all bookings.
- Special does not apply during the Christmas/New Year period or long weekends

Property manager

Kangaroo Valley Getaways

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Free firewood

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-18791

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lyra Kangaroo Valley
Lyra - Kangaroo Valley Kangaroo Valley
Lyra - Kangaroo Valley Private vacation home
Lyra - Kangaroo Valley Private vacation home Kangaroo Valley
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About the neighborhood

Map
KANGAROO VALLEY, NSW

What's nearby

  • Kangaroo River Nature Reserve - 9 min drive
  • Pioneer Museum Park - 9 min drive
  • Kangaroo Valley Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Budderoo National Park - 22 min drive
  • Jamberoo Action Park - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 16 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milkwood Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪IV Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Berry Donut Van - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Silos Estate Winery - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Great Southern Hotel - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lyra - Kangaroo Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lyra - Kangaroo Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lyra - Kangaroo Valley?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lyra - Kangaroo Valley located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pioneer Museum Park and Kangaroo River Nature Reserve. Red Rocks Nature Reserve and Rodway Nature Reserve are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Lyra - Kangaroo Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Very relaxing with lots of bird life including a lyrebird wandering round the house making all sorts of odd noises. Very lucky.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
A fabulous property with a number of highlights...the hot tub, comfy beds and stunning view of the valley being right up there! We took advantage of the outdoors, the dogs loved exploring the garden and the firepit was incredibly relaxing. The kitchen is really well equipped with all the baking equipment you would need...except for kitchen scales (the pizza dough was a disaster lol). The only tip i would give other guests is to bring towels....the weather was cold and wet and with only 1 towel per person they just didnt dry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chilling at Kangaroo Valley
It was much needed, a real getaway from city and people. Recharged with all the natural energy around us. Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

sharon s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not what I expected
You can tell the property has been a labour of love by the Owners and very unique and personal home with some beautiful craftsmanship throughout. However I was was disappointed, the photos on the site make the property look more luxurious than what you actually get. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t kind and was very wet, we did utilise the spa BUT one thing that annoyed me was a lock had been put on the laundry cupboard so we couldn’t dry any of our wet towels clothes and no hanging space anywhere for them to dry . Maybe if the weather had been nicer we could have utilised the space outside more which had larger dining table etc that wasn’t really on offer in doors . The beds and sheets were luxurious and bathrooms clean with nice little touches . Overall it was a nice stay but I wouldn’t book again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenton C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect country getaway.
Exactly as advertised. Comfortable cosy place with all amenities available. Unfortunately we had terrible weather so couldn't enjoy the outdoor entertaining area. Would very happily stay here again. Also bed linen is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Kenneth A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location, beautiful house but not clean
Easy check in. But when we got to the property it was obvious that the place was not cleaned properly. * empty bottles in recycling basket * kitchen drawers had crumbs, dried up sauce, dust, and dirt on plates * the rug in the family room was dusty with lint and hair * the freezer had ripped ice bag with scattered ice cubes * the toilet bowl in the family room was stained with dry splatter of faeces (we had to buy a bleach & ended up cleaning it) * dusty floor and dead insects * courtyard was dusty and had flies. Not comfortable to hang and sit around. At the end we ended up cleaning the whole place to feel comfortable instead of having a relaxing weekend! Cleanliness is paramount particularly during the current COVID-19 pandemic. I am concerned that this practice was not strictly observed and managed in the property. The property is at a good location. The views are nice. Beds were comfortable. Well furnished. Overall okay stay, the cleanliness is biggest downer.

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lyra is the perfect getaway. Everything was perfect.
We had 3 wonderful days resting while our 17yo studied for HSC. Lyra was peaceful with birdsong waking us each morning. Close enough to Berry and Kangaroo Valley shops it was the perfect location to explore as well. We’d definitely go back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway property, well appointed & amongst the bush.
Our family loved our stay. From the spa to the pizza oven, everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Siona B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love Lyra!
Lyra is stunning. A beautiful house surrounded by bush and birdsong - we felt relaxed as soon as we arrived. The kitchen is outstanding, it has everything you could want. The outdoor area was beautiful and we enjoyed the sunset and some wine whilst heating the pizza oven. We also made use of the jacuzzi, which was nice and clean. The indoor fireplace kept us warm all night, and Fuffy, their resident cat is the sweetest girl. Thankyou for a very enjoyable weekend, we (2 adults and our dog) can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allan N.

Ah the Tranquillity!
Hard to know where to start. Awesome! This is the place to go to connect with your inner nature/bush feelings. Loved everything about this house, its attention to detail and its outdoor settings. From listening to the Lyrebirds every day to a very affectionate resident Fluffy the cat who socialised well with our fur kids, just amazing! Our only negative was some minor teething problems with the tv and blown globes. We are already planning our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019