I have never felt to lucky to stay somewhere as when I opened the front door of this home. It was breath taking from the first second. Karen and her family collect art and trinkets and interesting things from all around the world and they are all on display. Every corner has something interesting to look at with bright pops of colour from cushions to dining chairs. The house has a new kitchen and bathroom and opens out in the back to a beautiful garden covered in green vines. It's like a little oasis in the city. There were three bedrooms all with amazing bedding and pillows. We all slept like kings!
There was such a cosy and welcoming feel and seeing the beauty that this family lives in made me wish they were there to meet in person.
Our contact for our stay was Karen's friend Bronwyn who was amazing and helpful with any questions we had and we thank her for that.
Also the home is located in a super convenient spot. There is a park across the street with a playground for kids and plenty of room for older kids who want to run or lay in the sun. Apparently the Rabbitohs practise there too so good for sportstar spotting! There were great cafes and bars all up the street including Breadfern which was great for morning coffee and pastries and the Dock which was great for a late night drink. The owner Dan was super friendly and welcoming too. There is also a Woolies and a bottle shop just down the street so it was easy to get groceries and snacks for the days we stayed at home.
We drove with two vehicles as I was doing an art show and had to transport my artwork as well as my family and we had no problem with on street parking. Every day we were able to basically park right in front of the doorstep. We also were a short walk from both Redfern and Central Stations for inner city trips for shopping and to visit Luna Park. There is also a bus stop out the front so anyone who hates city driving (me!) should get an Opal card and use public transport. Heaps quicker and much more convenient.
We enjoyed our stay so much that we booked another night and would have stayed more except the kids had to go back to school and the cyclone hit!
We would definitely stay again any time and I more than highly recommend this place to anyone checking it out. You will not be disappointed. It was like a home away from home and was perfect in every way.
Thank you so much Karen for having us in your lovely home. It's so appreciated and thank you for having us as your guests! I hope one day to meet in person this amazing person who has created such a wonderful, warm, welcoming creative home!