My wife and I stayed at Julie's cottage for a week during the Sydney leg of our trip to Australia. We truly could not have picked a better place! Our stay was a five-star experience all around.
The Host:
Julie was in the main house when we arrived (fresh from a 15 hour flight) and was as charming and nice as could be. She invited us to enter through the main house with our luggage and offered to help carry items for us. She showed us to the cottage which sits atop a wooden deck behind the house. Throughout our stay Julie was responsive and helpful. She created a "Welcome" manual which helped us get a better understanding of the neighborhood and transit options to other parts of the city. This was extremely helpful and all of her restaurant and cafe recommendations were hits! Julie happened to be around for our checkout and she took the time to come outside and chat with us while we awaited our cab to the airport. She is incredibly friendly and warm. We really enjoyed learning more about her and her family. We found Julie to be a wonderful host!
The Space:
Perfect size for two. The cottage is cozy and has an almost whimsical quality to it. It is arranged beautifully and in a way that maximizes the space. The bed was very comfortable. All of the essentials, like clean towels, food items, shampoo, etc were present. The desk provided a nice place to keep our electronics, cash, books and other items that we needed ready access to. The closet and shelves provided more than enough space to store the contents of our luggage for a two week trip. A well-sized flat screen television mounted to the wall allowed us to unwind after long days exploring the city. Everything was clean and tidy upon our arrival. The AC unit is a nice addition as it kept us cool throughout the night. Access to the cottage is easily made by walking along a brick path alongside the main house. There is an outdoor deck that is perfect for relaxing outdoors. The cottage is also incredibly quiet. Once we shut the door, we were all settled in. It was a great sanctuary from the hustle bustle of the city!
The Neighborhood:
Oh Rozelle. We will miss you. Such a beautiful, quaint neighborhood with access to everything you could need. The space is a quick, slightly uphill walk to Darling St, the main drag of Rozelle and neighboring Balmain. Darling St has a plethora of shops, pharmacies, adorable cafes and great restaurants. There is also easy access to Balmain and the CBD. Truly a wonderful place to experience Sydney!