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Werona

self contained in BLACKHEATH, Wombat Street, NSW

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Description

One of the oldest houses built in this hidden corner of Blackheath, Werona exudes a homely warmth, which radiates from its period features, lovingly restored and enhanced to meet modern lifestyle requirements.
The original cast iron fireplace, leadlight windows, doors with lots of old brass, heavy curtains and polished floorboards invite to relax and take in the scenery and fresh mountain air.

What makes Werona unique?

Gone are the 'period features' outside toilet, tiny windows, draughty walls and smelly coal burner - replaced by ducted gas and slow combustion heating, a modern gas kitchen with dishwasher, a large period bathroom (retaining the old bath found in the house). Full insulation and large double-glazed windows under awnings keep the house warm and bright in winter and cool in summer.

Families will love the sand pit, full height basketball ring with separate concrete patch, outdoor play equipment and toy box.

Couples will delight in the romantic 'leadlight room' with open fireplace, library and its own TV, as well as the original cast iron bathtub (seats two - at a pinch).

Nature lovers will become friendly with the parrots, native plants and rhododendrons in the backyard, and can find the track heads to beautiful Porters Pass and Fort Rock bushwalks and well-known rock climbing and abseiling areas 2 minutes from the doorstep.

As an added convenience, Werona is only 15 minutes by foot from the railway station and town centre with its cafes, famous bakery and antique shops. A custom-built wheelchair/disabled ramp can be placed at the front entrance on request to avoid steps altogether.

The property has been restored to conform with eco-property standards: fully insulated, thermally efficient solar design, solar hot water, choice of ducted gas or slow combustion wood heating, rainwater tank, composting facility, recycling encouraged. It is a truly liveable period home.

Room layout

The cottage has 3 queen bedrooms and one large bathroom with separate toilet. One of the bedrooms, the 'leadlight room', has its own cast iron fireplace, library and TV.
A recent addition is the north facing open plan kitchen/dining/living area and covered entertainment deck. Keeping in style with the original house, this area is perfect for groups and families.
Tucked under the house is a comfy and private 'granny flat', which sleeps 2. It has sound insulation from the main house and its own bathroom with toilet.

Feature List

  • Barbeque
  • Bedding (Linen)
  • Cooking Facilities
  • CD Player
  • DVD Player
  • High Chair
  • Inhouse Movies
  • Linen Supplied
  • Microwave
  • Open Fireplace
  • Playground
  • Refrigerator
  • TV Reception
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Non-smoking
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Iron
  • Washing Machine
  • No pets allowed
  • CD/DVD/Books library
  • Ducted Gas Heating
  • Eco Property
  • Board Games
  • Tea & Coffee supplied
  • Herb Garden
  • Toy Box
 

Accommodation Rates

* Pricing is subject to change, and a minimum stay period and other conditions may apply. You should confirm pricing with the property owner.
1 Oct 2008 - 31 Oct 2009
Autumn Special: 30% off till end May (10% school hol's)
  • $1145 / Week
  • $205 / Mid-Week
  • $590 / Weekend
  • Extra Child: $25 / Night
  • Min Stay: 2 nights
  • Max Stay: 59 nights
  • Property Sleeps: 8
  • Number of beds: 4
Price for 1 bedroom. Contact us for rates: 2-4 bedroom, school and pub. hol rates. Last Chance Discount: 30% not available on all weekends - please inquire.

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7 Days, 7 Ways to Enjoy your Stay!

 
  •   Have afternoon tea at local bakery.
  •   Porters Pass bushwalk near the house.
  •   Watch parrots and cockatoos from balcony
  •   Winter: make snowman, summer: go to pool
  •   Enjoy the outdoor play area (adults too)
  •   Light fire and watch the wild weather.
  •   Have a BBQ and wish you could stay on!
 
 

Guest Reviews

 
  • "My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Werona, it was all too brief. Such a comfortable home with a lovely atmosphere, it was exactly the Mountains experience we were hoping to find. "
    Anonymous, February 2009
     
  • "A lovely experience - thank you! The perfect way to spend a week in the mountains. Well-equipped, helpfully furnished. The property managers were very resposive to all our needs and requests."
    Lionel, February 2009
     
  • "Thankyou for the restful and comfortable stay at Werona. Werona had more than we wanted and we will definitely stay again in the future. The kitchen was large and wonderfully equipped, the house snug and warm, even at 8 Celcius outside, we didn't need heating. The bedrooms were wonderful, very pretty and comfortable. Altogether a great weekend."
    Anonymous, January 2009
     
  • "Our stay at Werona was lovely. The house is nice and the exchange of keys etc was easy. Thanks so much for a great weekend! "
    Anonymous, January 2009
     
  • "The property was excellent and our stay was made so enjoyable by the small details-underfloor heating in the bedrooms and bathroom, lovely furnishings. We felt so at home.Would recommend it for a cosy base to relax and to explore the mountains."
    Jan, June 2008
     
  • "We just loved this holiday at Werona. The house was a perfect size for our family... grandparents, couple with 2 small children and adult uncle. The children enjoyed the yard and uncle had the downstairs room to get away if needed. Everything in the house seemed so convenient, clean and bright. We never felt closed in and always really comfortable. Thank you Werona."
    Diana, February 2008
     
  • "I just wanted to say a quick think you. Werona Cottage lived up to expectations - it was a wonderful place to stay. We are likely to be coming back again next year."
    david, May 2007