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Dowling Cottage - Blackheah

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Living area
Room
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Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dowling Cottage - Blackheah

Dowling Cottage is a genuine rustic Blue Mountains weatherboard home, boasting two beautifully appointed bedrooms furnished with antiques and luxury fabrics and bed linen all supplied and made up for you.

Living spaces comprise a fully functioning kitchen, and a large, cozy lounge room with Jet master fireplace and a large, sun dappled bay window. Blankets & throws, TV/VCR/DVD/iPod dock stereo, with a wide variety of movies, CDs, magazines and books allows you to completely relax and soak up an authentic mountains atmosphere. Internet/Wi-Fi is provided and the TV is stream enabled for viewing of platforms like Netflix and Stan (however guest accounts are required).

The huge bay window, as well as two separate sunrooms, allow you to watch and hear local birdlife from the gardens surrounding the cottage, or just watch the mountains mist roll in on a lazy afternoon with a nice, relaxing bottle of wine.

Dowling Cottage is centrally located to all of Blackheath's and the region's major attractions, including the Blue Mountains National Park. Fort Rock and Porter's Pass bush reserve are less than a 5 minute walk away at the end of Gordon Avenue boosting serene waterfalls and nature walks.

Please note - tariffs shown on Stayz only refer to two guests sharing the one bedroom. Please enquire directly for rates applicable to three or more guests.

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Note - we have a 2 night minimum stay policy.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property registration number PID-STRA-8028

About the area

Blackheath

Blackheath is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Mountains National Park and Katoomba Scenic World. Mount Victoria Railway Museum and Blue Mountains Cultural Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Blackheath, NSW

What's nearby

  • Keith Rowe Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Campbell Rhododendron Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Popes Glen Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Vipassana Meditation Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Blackheath Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Blackheath Station - 8 min walk
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Victory Theatre Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Carrington - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blackheath Kebab House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Megalong Valley Tea Rooms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Culture Beer Co. - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dowling Cottage - Blackheah pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Dowling Cottage - Blackheah?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dowling Cottage - Blackheah on 30 Mar 2026 start from AU$250, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Dowling Cottage - Blackheah?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dowling Cottage - Blackheah?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dowling Cottage - Blackheah located?

Situated in Blackheath, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Keith Rowe Gallery, Popes Glen Reserve and Campbell Rhododendron Gardens. Blackheath Golf Course and Govetts Leap lookout are also within 3 miles (5 km). Blackheath Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 29 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sophie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Stay

Everything was there as needed. Plenty of heating!!All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

This is a really nice little cottage. We really enjoyed our stay. The jetmaster fire was excellent a

This is a really nice little cottage. We really enjoyed our stay. The jetmaster fire was excellent and the main bedroom bed was incredibly comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cosy

Rod was v communicative.Easy access.A well positioned cottage in walking distance to Blackheath town and dog friendly bushwalks.2 gas heaters kept us warm.Comfy beds and bedding.Good kitchen for self catering.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Liz d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay in early Blackheath cottage

Dowling Cottage offers an experience of yesteryear set in delightful garden and within walking distance of Blackheath's commercial centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Mountain Escape

Walk to town and waterfalls. The place was cozy, comfortable and quiet. I would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Lovely Cottage Getaway

Was a lovely, old style cottage with character. Felt homely the way it is set up and decorated. Bed was so cozy and comfortable, kitchen well equipped and gas heater was lovely and provided efficient warmth during my stay. Walking distance from the town and short drives to the most beautiful hikes and waterfalls. Overall, had a lovely stay and hope to be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hunting Autumn Colours

A charming mountain cottage in the heart of Autumn colours.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cristina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely hideaway in Blackheath

We felt as if we were pleasantly stepping back in time in this charming, cozy, welcoming traditional cottage. It provided all that we needed to relax and make the most of our mountain stay, including a comfortable bed, adequately equipped kitchen, and gas and electric heating. We loved the whole package and would very much like to return. Many thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in great location

Charming older style cottage kept warm in winter with good gas fireplaces. It’s in a great location close to all my favourite walking tracks and just lovely walking around the local streets. Really looking forward to returning soon. Rod was incredibly helpful and understanding when our plans were changing due to illness.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolanta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage stay

Lovely, cosy older style cottage. Great city escape for a few days. Walking distance to Blackheath’s cafeterias and restaurants. You can confidently take your pup with you. Dog friendly cottage, neighbourhood, coffee shops. Dog friendly tourist spots, markets on Saturday etc. I will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jane M.

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Old cottage with nothing updated/changed in 25-30 years

Whilst the property was generally clean, including sheets it did not make up for the following downfalls- uneven steps/moss leading up to property - lounge was totally collapsed, seemed over 30 years old and non usable- the old gas shower, 1 person could not shower over 4 minutes let alone 3 people @1m each- had to boil kettle to wash up and there was no hot water- the bed was rock hard as old as the lounge and I didn’t sleep for my 2 night duration and considered leaving, only we had nocturnal book the 2nd night.- the doona covers are same as photos, and called the blue room in welcome template, so considered that likley not changed from renters booked previous week.- even though the property was surface clean there was a lot of dust and we were affected by this to a degree- the kitchen draws were hard to open, old wood kitchen- the outside both front and back needs to have overgrown trees, leaves cleared and trimmed. - backyard unusable and furniture mouldy- cannot complete close bedroom window- curtains to sheer for a mountain property - tv you needed to activate via your mobile if you wanted NetflixI feel like the owner doesn’t care about the place and just taking money in before selling, deliberated fence, hole in wall, carpet worn the the ground.Never again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rein V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place but a couple of things can be improved

Overall, we had a nice stay at the house. It was charming, clean, spacious, well-furnished and had a nice garden and attractive location in Blackheath. Two things we think that can be improved are: 1. My wife has asthma, and the perfumes and essential oils used in the house brought on a number of asthma attacks. We had to temporarily move the essential oil sticks to stop the breathing difficulties caused. I can understand the owner wanting to create a certain country atmosphere, but this doesn't work for everyone. Maybe reducing the quantity of perfumes used and checking with clients about breathing health issues beforehand can improve things for those who are sensitive and react to perfume smells. 2. It was very cold when we were there. We had to keep the heaters going strong to keep warm. However, the missing door between the front foyer and the living room and the thin curtains used made it a challenge to keep the house warm. These issues could be rectified. Otherwise, all else was good. Thank you, Rein
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Janet T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Dilapidated Cottage

This property is just an old deteriorated weatherboard house in deplorable condition with health risks. I have sent an email to management, with photographs. To summarize: * Gas was the only heating option in the living room and kitchen. There was a smell caused by the heater in the kitchen possibly a leak causing us to suffer from headaches and sour throats whilst we were in those areas. The gas fireplace in the lounge room was inadequate to heat that area completely. There is no air conditioner to assist with complete heating. The house was always cold; * The lounge chairs weren't fit for purpose. They were way too low to the floor, and the springs could be felt when any of these were sat on and had mismatching seat cushions. They were also very dirty and worn; * The shower was mouldy * The cottage was dirty with stained crockery and leftover food from previous guests. * It was not possible to close the bedroom windows and the flyscreen was broken and propped against the curtain. • The curtains were inadequate for privacy and heat retention to the rooms, * The property was in poor condition, both inside and outside. * The pathway to the property was unsafe with loose paving with uneven
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain Cottage

A great host. Lovely traditional Mountains cottage in a lovely setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Picturesque setting

Very comfy bed in the main bedroom. Good shower. Access to the property and path to the front door was hazardous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blackheath spring weekend

Dowling cottage is a lovely old traditional- style blackheath weatherboard cottage, with lots of character. We had a great stay with our dog, and the cottage is not far from the dog friendly walking track at centennial glen. It’s also an easy walk to the blackheath shops and gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and well located

The house is super cute, a lovely old weatherboard with heaps of character. The bedrooms and lounge are lovely and heating definitely keeps out any chill. Bathroom and kitchen are dated but totally functional. The house is really close to the porters pass walking track and a short walk to the shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas at Dowling Cottage

From the moment we arrived we were delighted with the area (Blackheath) and the lovely cottage. Our Christmas stay was wonderful Relaxing by the open fire of a night with champagne and nibbles. We also explored the surrounding areas and enjoyed a beautiful High Tea at The Majestic which is not far from Blackheath. Highly Recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy getaway

Great stay, although loads of rain we stayed warm with the fire/ heaters and blankets. Traditional original cottage for an authentic mountains visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic and charming

Classic mountain cottage in a wildly romantic garden setting. Loved the fireplace and ambiance of the place. Will be back...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeannette J.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Mountain Cottage

Property very clean, great bathroom and sunny dining nook and comfy beds. Sadly this old property is in need of maintenance, rotting timbers (inside and out) and very overgrown garden making the house very dark inside. Also there is a lack of fly screens which makes the house stuffy. Windows could be opened, I understand, but because of the overgrown garden, there were lots of mozzies so it was not an option to open them. We enjoyed the lovely open fire and position of the property although there is no place for you to park your car on the property. We loved the beautiful fresh flowers which was a lovely gesture and candles and bread, orange juice and condiments were offered as well. With a bit of work this lovely old house could be restored to its former gloryl
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dowling Cottage

Cosy cottage. Very comfortable and close to Blackheath township.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MURRAY L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage

Lovely weekend at a traditional Blue Mountains cottage.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Liz A.

Disappointing

A quaint cottage but the loungeroom was musty and very damp and there was black mould on the ceiling in the main bedroom and bathroom! presenting a health hazard. There was disparity between the photos on the website and the realistic condition of the cottage. The blackheath village is very friendly and the lanscape is breathtaking. Owner needs to rectify the damp and mould problems.
Archival

8/10 Good

Love the open gas fire easy to use and very effective. Liked the secilsion and feeling we were the

Love the open gas fire easy to use and very effective. Liked the secilsion and feeling we were the only people in the world.

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