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Cosy coastal cottage

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Interior
Aerial view
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Cosy coastal cottage

Centrally located, minutes from the Kiama Harbour, within walking distance to Bombo (5 min) and Surf beach (12min), Black beach and the rockpool . Step outside the front door with a view to the lighthouse, and enjoy the cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping.

This historic, late 19th century quarryman’s cottage is fully renovated, with all work sympathetic to and in keeping with its history. The cottage is styled in a relaxed coastal style with some vintage charm, and inspiration from our travels.

‘Allwood Harbour Cottage’ is perfect for couples and friends or a family. Well-behaved pets are welcome (at no extra fee) with snacks included.

No extra cleaning fee.

Note: There are security cameras located on the outside of the house. These will be switched off before check-in and during a guest's stay.

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Property manager

Dora

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Slippers
  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Strictly no smoking. Penalty fee apply.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Note from host: Well-behaved pets are welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The house is suitable for a family with children.

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
Note from host: No parties permitted. Penalty fees apply.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 2533, PID-STRA-3366

About the neighborhood

Map
Kiama, NSW

What's nearby

  • Kiama Leagues Club - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kiama Surf Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kiama Blowhole - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kendalls Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Easts Beach - 7 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Kiama Station - 9 min walk
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪By the Sea - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kiama Leagues Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Hungry Monkey - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jaws Seafood - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy coastal cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Cosy coastal cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy coastal cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy coastal cottage located?

This family-friendly Kiama vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Kiama Seaside Markets and Kiama Leagues Club. Bombo Beach and Kiama Coast Walk are also within 10 minutes. Kiama Station is 9 minutes by foot and Bombo Station is 14 minutes.

Cosy coastal cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodation and location
Dora was an amazing host and extremely responsive. The accommodation itself was beautiful and well equipped for both people and furry friends. Everything was well thought out and it is located close to a lot of cafes and the beach. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotless
Lovely old character quarrymans cottage , great location only about 1 minute walk to coffee shops , spotlessly clean really comfortable lounge and beds , fully equipped kitchen and we (including Clancy our groodle )are looking forward to staying there again ,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seaside Comfort
Thank you Dora for an amazing stay. The amenities, decor and gorgeous garden make the cottage such a cozy and welcoming place to stay. Beds are very comfortable and the location is fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful cottage with great location and great presentation, very enjoyable 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve t.

Liked: Cleanliness
A home away from Home Allwood cottage
The minute we walked in it was so like home and inviting. Dora has styled and welcomed you and our pet with welcome packs and the home is set up very well. Everything you need is there. Location, set up and comfort at our finger tips. We had a great stay, and we totally recommend this cottage a way to unwind and take in Kiama.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little home
Very thoughtfully fit out, great location, enjoyed by us & our puppies
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muy Lang Linda U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed and amazingly looked after!
Felt very looked after by Dora. The attention to detail was really appreciated. It’s the little things that made our stay so relaxing and stress free! I forgot my makeup remover, there were some in the vanity cupboard, things I didn’t even think of this place had. My cat Blue enjoyed his stay as well with the special care package on arrival! So very happy! Dora is definitely a SUPER HOST! Thank you 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Allwood Harbour Cottage
This is such a beautiful little restored cottage with just the right amount of space for our family. The host is wonderful to deal with and is very thoughtful with all the inclusions and the welcome gift for us and our dogs was such a nice little touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kylie y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host, lovely cottage
The host truly is a super host! Very responsive to messages and queries, even when we had a last minute hiccup with travel and I had to text her very late at night and I managed to get a reply. Very kindly offered to move our stay dates due to last min travel delay. House was also spotless, kitchen was more well equipped than my own at home! House on a quiet street which is safe yet not far from restaurants etc. will recommend 100%
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay
Beautiful home, perfect for a stay in Kiama, host was very easy to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coming back again
Our second year in Dora’s beautiful home in the heart of Kiama. Perfect days spent swimming in the continental pool, walking the dogs in the beach and eating The Pines gelato each afternoon. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G., BLAXLAND

Liked: Cleanliness
☆YOUR IN FOR A REAL TREAT WITH THIS PROPERTY!☆
The thoughtfulness of the little things with this property, are what makes it such a joy. The area is a haven of beautiful views, great beaches and a town full of interesting shops.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay as always
I love going to Kiama and staying at Allwood Cottage. It is like a home away from home for me. The house is very comfortable and well appointed and so close to the shops / cafes in Kiama. Our check in process was easy and convenient. Highly recommended :)
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
A great mini break in Kiama
Dora was a great host and the house was lovely. Very central and close to the main strip of Kiama. The house was beautifully presented and very cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful - Mother & Daughter get away.
Fantastic location, gorgeous home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House in a great location
The house is beautiful and spotless. Few minutes walk to main street in Kiama. Dora was fantastic to deal with and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully restored coastal cottage
We really enjoyed our stay here. Kiama is a lovely coastal town, and this cottage is in a great location just a few minutes walk from the town (with lots of great local shops and cafes), and close to scenic landmarks such as the Kiama Lighthouse and Blowhole. The cottage is beautifully furnished in the coastal style, and is a tasteful mix of lovely original features and new comforts. The owner Dora was very helpful and prompt with communication, and provides lots of complimentary items such as shower products, a first aid kid, washing detergent, food basics etc, for use if required. She also left a handwritten note of welcome, which was a nice touch. The only factor that wasn’t full marks for us was that there is actually only one proper indoor bathroom. What is listed as a second bathroom is actually a toilet, sink and mirror in a (clean and tidy) laundry room located just outside the back door of the house. Whilst this would be fine for a small, single family unit, it’s not ideal for staying with extended adult family members as we did, where we were specifically wanting two completely seperate bathrooms. Otherwise, I would totally recommend this charming cottage, particularly for small families. It was very kid friendly (and actually set up really nicely for dogs too!).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen Y., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place for a break
We absolutely loved our time at Allwood Harbour Cottage- really well equipped, great location that’s an easy walk to beaches and the shops in town, and our dog LOVED the garden. Excellent communication with Dora was the icing on the cake. A magical break in every way- we’ll be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beachside Holiday
This was perfection start to finish. The cottage was tasteful and all our possible needs had been anticipated and catered for. The proximity to beaches, ocean pools and shops was more than we could hope for. We loved the garden and outdoor shower; reading all morning, chatting late into the evening under the summer night sky. A wonderful stay. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Belated getaway
The most GORGEOUS cottage with easy walking distance to centre of town and beaches, LOVED it , so relaxing , everything you could ask for was supplied and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trudy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic time
We had a fantastic time at Dora's gorgeous beach cottage. Dora very kindly left gifts for the children and the pantry was well stocked. Thanks Dora!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage was lovely, very clean & everything you need for a stay.
Renting the property was very easy, Dora an excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fransiska I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage close to village
Allwood Cottage is lovely and decorated so thoughtfully with games for the family, surprises for our pooch and we enjoyed relaxing in the sunroom with views of the water. Allwood Cottage is located in walking distance from the village with an array of restaurants, cafes and beaches at our doorstep. Superb location! Thank you to Dora and Allwood Cottage for making our Easter Holiday break so special.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luigi C., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and well appointed cottage
This is a beautiful dog- friendly cottage within walking distance to shops, restaurants and the beach. It has everything you need for a relaxing weekend. It is well maintained and nicely decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Haven in Kiama
It was wonderful to stay in this heritage cottage. Beautifully appointed keeping its historic charm, you immediately relax. A very comfortable bed, with thoughtful touches of throws and extra pillows and cushions. Great shower pressure and a well stocked kitchen. The scenic view spread from water to mountains above the Kiama township. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021