Carawatha | Private location in Blackheath with a rural feel

BLACKHEATH, New South Wales
$266 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Nestled in the heart of the Blue Mountains, Carawatha is a beautifully renovated 1960s four-bedroom home that captures the essence of tranquility, nature, and charm. Set on former farmland and bordered by native bushland, this unique retreat neighbors the Blackheath Campbell Rhododendron Gardens and is home to a delightful array of wildlife—from grazing kangaroos to the gentle chorus of native birds.

Blending modern comfort with natural serenity, Carawatha offers a peaceful escape just a short 4-minute drive or an 18-minute walk from Blackheath Village. The property features spacious living and dining areas, a fully equipped modern kitchen, and a generous rear deck overlooking the Hat Hill Creek gully. Two slow-combustion fireplaces and gas central heating ensure warmth through the cooler months, while free Wi-Fi and a smart TV add a touch of modern convenience.

Guests can enjoy easy access to nearby attractions such as the Rhododendron Gardens, Baltzer Lookout, and Hanging Rock. With pet-friendly accommodation and space for up to eight guests, Carawatha is perfect for families, couples, or groups seeking a relaxing mountain getaway surrounded by native beauty. Experience peace, comfort, and nature at its finest in this iconic Blue Mountains retreat.


Bed and Bathroom Configuration

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed × 1
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed × 1
Bedroom 3: Double Bed × 1
Bedroom 4: Single Beds × 2 (cannot be converted to a king)
Main Bathroom: Bath, Separate Shower
Separate Toilet


Highlights
- Gas central heating and two slow combustion fireplaces
- Quality bedding, linens, and towels provided
- Surrounded by native bushland and Rhododendron Gardens; views to Hat Hill Creek gully
- Pets are welcome – but cannot be left unattended
- Firewood x 1 bag including matches & Fire lighters - May, June, July, Aug, Sept only
- Free Wi-Fi


Good to Know
Minimum Stay: 3 nights on long weekends, 4 nights over Easter
Public Holiday Rates: All public holidays are charged at the Weekend Tariff
Connectivity: Please note that Wi-Fi and mobile reception may be intermittent due to the bushland location
Parking: Space for two cars plus additional off-street parking
Tariff: Please note the tariff is based on 6 guests. If you have more than 6 staying, please enter the correct number to get the correct tariff up to a maximum of 8 guests.

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    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)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Freezer Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Lucy B.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    Mid century modern decor and kangaroos on the lawn - fabulous location

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    The cottage was large enough for my family but also very cosy. The ducted aircon and slow combustion fire kept us warm the entire stay. We loved the outlook from the kitchen and my granddaughter enjoyed playing with our poodles in the huge backyard. Kangaroos and close proximity to rhododendron gardens was great.

  • Beverley W.

    Submitted May 21, 2023

    Stayed May 19, 2023

    Lovely cosy house in a private setting with lots of wildlife

  • Judith W.

    Submitted Jan 11, 2023

    Stayed Dec 16, 2022

    Responded well to requests very clean and comfortable.

  • Kirsten E.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2022

    Stayed Oct 5, 2022

    We were disappointed with the description and communication about the property. Gas bottles run out and no instruction on how to deal with this. (Emergency phone number was not easy to locate). No pre-warning you have to buy your own wood for the fires. Heating system randomly turns down to 11 degrees, blows cold air and house becomes cold quickly. Birds nest in the tress over the driveway at night and leave an excessive amount of poop on cars. Best part about the place was the wildlife. Kangaroos and friendly Kookaburras.

  • Helga t.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2022

    Stayed Aug 26, 2022

    Overall a very pleasant weekend. Perhaps the neighbours maybe asked to keep their music down...as its so very quite there - their music was heard in the cottage and some of the guests would have preferred not to hear it. It was terribly loud but loud enough to be heard inside the cottage.

  • Paul S.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2020

    Stayed Sep 14, 2020

    Beautiful setting. Easy walk into town while remaining isolated and peaceful.

  • Michael T.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2020

    Stayed Jun 6, 2020

    Lovely stay in peaceful location next to walks in the Rhododendron Garden near Blackheath.

  • Mahin B.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2019

    Stayed Jan 3, 2019

    We especially loved the location of the house . Very clean and comfortable place. Thanks

  • Lindsay S.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2018

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    House was perfect for 8 people Plenty of mountain biking (There is a lot of single track mountain bike trails that have been created by local mountain bikers) and walking without having to drive anywhere We did see the gray kangaroos twice.One had a joey in her pouch Blue Mountains Escapes were most helpful when I added a day to our stay With Airbnb I could not add the day only cancel the whole thing and start again Most unhelpful Rang Blue Mountains Escapes and they sorted it out for me Would book direct next time and not bother with Airbnb Stayed 20/08/2018 to 27/08/2018

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$266+
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