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Kali Cottage between the Sea and the Ridge

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden island, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.
A rustic outdoor seating area with a wooden fence, a decorative chair, and a round table with two wine glasses.
A room with large windows, a wooden dining table, chairs, a black office chair, a TV, a fireplace, and a potted plant.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a black leather chair, a marble coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Austinmer, NSW
  • Place, Sublime Point Track Trailhead
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Austinmer Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, North Wollongong Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Wollongong

Located in Austinmer, a neighbourhood in Wollongong, this cottage is in the mountains and near the beach. Wombarra Sculpture Garden and Flagstaff Hill Fort are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sublime Point Lookout and Wollongong Harbor. Fairy Meadow Beach Park and Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium are also worth visiting.
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Austinmer, NSW

What's nearby

  • Sublime Point Track Trailhead - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Austinmer Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • University of Wollongong - 20 min drive - 26.1 km
  • North Wollongong Beach - 27 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Wollongong City Beach - 28 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Coledale Station - 3 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Homecoming - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Club Thirroul - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Altitude 1148 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Scarborough Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Earth Walker & Co - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kali Cottage between the Sea and the Ridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kali Cottage between the Sea and the Ridge?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kali Cottage between the Sea and the Ridge on 28 Oct 2026 start from AU$778, 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.

How much is parking at Kali Cottage between the Sea and the Ridge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kali Cottage between the Sea and the Ridge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kali Cottage between the Sea and the Ridge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kali Cottage between the Sea and the Ridge located?

Located in Austinmer, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sublime Point Track Trailhead and Austinmer Beach. Little Austinmer Beach and Coledale Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). Coledale Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds are super comfy, great kitchen with everything we needed. Loved the fire!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is lovely with beautiful views. Very pleasant to spend the afternoon on the deck, or walk in the grounds...where we saw wallabies mid afternoon. Yet still close to the township and beach. Good cooking facilities. Bed very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Stay

Great location, lovely wood fire a great place to relax and enjoy the area. Would definitely recommend this place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything we needed, clean, comfy beds, lovely hosts.The evening birds were expressive!Beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful accommodation

A beautiful property and location, we loved our stay at Kali cottage. Very warm and friendly hosts, very clean accommodation and a great vibe. Would definitely recommend and would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cottage so much, was such a wonderful cozy escape for the weekend and the views and forest surrounding are immense. Great comms with the lovely host and we instantly felt at home as soon as we walked in the door. Definitely want to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

Great property, great stay, friendly local wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway!

Great tree top retreat but with ocean views and an easy drive to the beach! Jo was super helpful and made us feel really welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great few days

Comfortable, great for families, quiet residential area up in the hills. Would love to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

IDYLLIC HIDEAWAY

Peaceful & quiet getaway on 5 acres of bushland. Beautifully appointed accommodation & lovely view to Ocean. The fireplace was fabulous & we enjoyed exploring the property. The hosts were warm & welcoming. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Lovely space to unwind, so quiet and beautiful surrounds. Had all the basics necessities so no great need to rush off to shops!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy winter stay

We loved our weekend in Kali cottage. The kids enjoyed the garden and playground. The cottage has a lovely feel and has beautiful views through the trees to the ocean. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and snug, beautiful view

Despite the rainy weekend, we enjoyed sitting in the lounge room looking at the ocean view. The linen was lovely, soft and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice clean cottage. Comfortable warm beds. Fully equipped kitchen however had a little problem with the cook top. Wol sorted it out for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very clean and tidy home. The only request I would have for next time is to have more lighting around the driveway access. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful spot

We had a lovely stay at Kali Cottage. It is a great spot nestled under the escarpment with views to the sea and the bush. We had everything we needed and we enjoyed the fire. Thirroul is a short drive away with shops etc. We had a lovely meal at South Sailor and also at the Imperial Hotel in Clifton, another short drive away. Walks in the Royal National Park are not far away and the Sea Cliff Bridge is a short drive away and an easy walk across the bridge. A lovely quiet location and our host Jo was great. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Thank you Irene for your review and so happy to hear you and your friends had a wonderful time. Glad you made it home safe and sound in all that rain.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a serene getaway

We chose this accommodation for it's quiet location and beautiful ocean views. Perfect for a peaceful getaway with family or friends. The property is tucked away, yet still conveniently located and in close proximity to beaches, shops and cafes. We have not visited this region in decades. The beach strip is now bustling and very hectic, especially during weekends, so it was great to be able to zip up into the hills to relax in our peaceful accommodation, which was clean and cosy, with a very well-equipped modern kitchen. Check-in was a breeze and communication with the host was efficient. We would definitely stay here again. Many thanks to our host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
They'd imposed their beliefs on others. Cold. Floor was wet in main bedrom?? No curtains Waste of a good weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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