Title: The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds Apartment in Canberra with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds ![Property grounds - The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds (Canberra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100170500/100170462/8c5f9869.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds (Canberra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100170500/100170462/2d165a0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds (Canberra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100170500/100170462/28623fa1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds (Canberra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100170500/100170462/aae059ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds (Canberra)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100180000/100170500/100170462/8b745d88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Tuggeranong Town Centre, this spacious apartment welcomes you to Canberra's vibrant atmosphere. Two massive bedrooms with queen-sized beds, a large dining area and a full kitchen make it perfect for eight guests. Enjoy an outdoor meal on the balcony or relax in the sofa bed while watching TV. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81550 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Perfect Base Camp to Explore Canberra and Surrounds If you draw a circle around this apartment with a 30-kilometre radius, you will embrace almost every major tourist attraction in the Canberra region. This includes Corin Forest Mountain Resort and Tidbinbilla Nature reserve in the south to Cockington Green and the Australian Dinosaur Museum in the north. This makes it a central location and a perfect base camp to explore Canberra. Centrally located in the heart of Tuggeranong Town Centre this spacious apartment has two massive bedrooms with two queen size beds in each bedroom. The upstairs bedroom includes a 5 seater lounge and two small balconies. The lower level includes the kitchen, the bathroom, a large dining / living area and a large outdoor terrace. Step outside the front door and you are in the heart of Tuggeranong town center with coffee shops, restaurants and shopping complexes. The apartment features: Two very large bedrooms with two queen sized beds in each bedroom, sleeping a total of eight guests The ensuite has a large shower plus toilet and vanity. A washer, dryer and a stainless steel laundry tub is also included. A large balcony / terrace which offers plenty of space for outdoor eating and relaxing A full sized kitchen with fridge, oven, hotplates and range hood, and pots and pans for cooking. The kitchen also includes a toaster, microwave, electric kettle and coffee maker. A meals / family area with a table, sofa bed, tv and coffee table. Guest access is via the automatic sliding doors on the street level on Anketell street. There is an elevator to take guests to the apartment located on the second floor. After hours access to the street level currently requires a key. Entry to the apartment is via a pin-code or swipe access smart lock. Once guests are checked in, there is normally only interaction with the host if the guest requires it. We give you your privacy as we would if it was your home. This apartment is located in the heart of the Tuggeranong Town Centre, directly opposite Southpoint (formerly Tuggeranong Hyperdome). Numerous coffee shops and places to eat align the streets as you walk out the front doors. Although there is an abundance of shopping and dining within a few paces of our doors, it is just a short stroll to the Tuggeranong bus interchange, where express busses leave at 10 minute intervals to the other major town centers in the Canberra region. There is free parking on site in the service area on nights and weekends. Daytime paid public parking is available. We do have a limited number of single car lock up garages available. Longer stay guests are given priority on the garages. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center ### Things to do - Fishing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b62825x ## About the area Located in Canberra, this apartment is in the city center. Manuka Shopping Centre and The Cusack Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pine Island-Point Hut and Tuggeranong Hill Nature Reserve. National Arboretum Canberra and National Zoo and Aquarium are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. 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