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The Abode - 2-3 bedrooms - premium, spacious, light-filled and harbour views

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Marina
Beach
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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Birchgrove, NSW
  • Place, Port Jackson Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, White Bay Cruise Terminal
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About this property

The Abode - 2-3 bedrooms - premium, spacious, light-filled and harbour views

This peaceful and spacious retreat sits above Sydney Harbour overlooking historic Cockatoo Island.
With 2 large queen bedrooms on the first-floor, both with private balconies. And a versatile ground-floor Guest queen bedroom/ private office or study or kids chill-out space; the home can comfortably accommodate up to 6 adults.
The generous kitchen/dining/living space seamlessly transitions to a sun-dappled tropical courtyard.
The home also features a fireplace and underfloor heating.

Just 15 minutes to the city by bus or harbour ferry, the home is ideal as a weekday or weekend base for business and leisure travellers.
During your stay at this hotel, you'll be close to Sydney Harbour Bridge. You'll find features such as concierge services and laundry facilities.
  • Services include a concierge, limo or town car service and babysitting
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from International Convention Centre Sydney and 10 minutes from Circular Quay
As a guest of The Abode - 2-3 bedrooms - premium, spacious, light-filled and harbour views, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and concierge services. The Abode - 2-3 bedrooms - premium, spacious, light-filled and harbour views also features laundry facilities and limo service. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sydney hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Washing machine

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Just leave the keys on the kitchen bench. There is no need to lock the door that leads to the side passage where the bins are or the rear glass doors that access the garden.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Fireplace is not to be used after 1st September

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-67120, 2041

Property is also known as

Architect's Abode Premium Spacious Light-filled Harbour Views

The Abode - 2-3 bedrooms - premium, spacious, light-filled and harbour views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Damien G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Iona was an amazing host. She went above and beyond to ensure our stay was comfortable during some very hot Sydney weather. The house is excellent and only a short walk to busses and ferries into the CBD. Iona's restaurant recommendation was excellent. Thanks for a great holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carla M., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
We felt right at home in this charming, artsy, well-stocked cottage. We found it roomy, clean, comfortable and conveniently located. Our lovely and attentive host, Iona, met us for a walk-through and gave us details about the walkable, quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed drinking coffee in the intimate tropical backyard garden while listening to the wild lorikeets and laughing kookaburras. The two large upstairs bedrooms featured comfortable beds and pillows. The master had a portable air conditioner that kept the room cool, while the second room had great airflow. The large upstairs bath included a shower and a separate bathtub, as well as a full-length mirror, plenty of towels and toiletries. We wish we had more time to explore her cozy downstairs library, which included many interesting titles. We appreciated all the kitchen amenities, such as the Nespresso maker, cooking pans, gas stove, full-fridge and condiments - perfect for morning coffee and heating leftovers. We walked to church and several local restaurants where we were treated like regulars. Our favorites were Charlotte's Cafe, GiGis and Crickets sports bar. The bay was literally at the end of her street - a mere five or six houses down - providing views of amazing sunsets and sunrises. We also walked to the wharf and nearby parks, where we watched the spectacular 9 pm and midnight New Year fireworks! We thoroughly loved our one-week stay in Sydney, in large part, to Iona's home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely balmain

Amazing house minutes form the high st and the ferry to circular quay Great to see a different part of Sydney in a house that’s obviously had a lot of care in its renovation Host was very helpful drone army to check to checking on us to make sure all ok
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birchgrove girls getaway

What a great place Birchgrove is. Quiet, charming, lovely places to eat and hang out, water at the end of the street and a delightful property at the Abode. We loved it and will surely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Harbor Side Delight

Amazing home in one of the most beautiful areas of Sydney, close to every beautiful beach and a stones throw from Darling Harbor and all of the attractions that Sydney has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay

Awesome house in great location - loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BELINDA B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sydney Getaway

A wonderful place to use as a base to explore Sydney. Ferry a short walk away, pubs and restaurants also nearby. Very comfortable home, will be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

House was lovely. Conveniently located to Darling Street with loads of cafes, restaurants, bars etc. Bus stop around the corner that takes you to Town Hall/QVB in the city in about 15 minutes.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Nice secure property in a pleasant area, close to Balmain centre and good access to city centre via ferry.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place and perfectly appointed. - couldn't have asked for more.

First class in every respect - but please ignore. I'd like it available next time!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a fantastic home

Loved it!! This house was better than I could have imagined. We really enjoyed our time. The location is incredible and easy access to transport, cafes, shops and restaurants. Everything you need is in the home. This is an eco house and the airflow through the home is incredible. The beds are so comfortable and I just felt happy being there. Iona was a pleasure to deal with and was super helpful with any questions we had. Will stay here again at the next opportunity we get.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was clean, in a great location in quiet street. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

KATE H.

Liked: Cleanliness

This house lovely but experience marred by loud music and then loud drunken conversation till 2am

Make sure there is no party next door
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

benedicte b.

Liked: Cleanliness

very nice place

A very lovely place, decorated with a lot of taste
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019