Title: Kookaburra Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kookaburra Retreat Suburban vacation home with kitchen and furnished balcony ![Self Contained 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom House | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18560000/18554100/18554071/825ae6a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Self Contained 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18560000/18554100/18554071/50cf73ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18560000/18554100/18554071/68cba177.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18560000/18554100/18554071/278a3586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18560000/18554100/18554071/b8d9b1fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Berowra Village and Berowra Waters Marina, Kookaburra Retreat provides free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4194 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Kookaburra Retreat Suburban vacation home with kitchen and furnished balcony Laundry facilities, a library, and a garden are available at this vacation home. Free self-serve breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills and a picnic area. The vacation home has 2 bedrooms and provides free WiFi and free wired Internet. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request. This vacation home offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and washers/dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 46-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels, first-run movies, and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Family friendly - Baby bath - Baby toys - Children's books - Children's games - Children's toys - High chair ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to noon - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Egyptian cotton sheets - Pillowtop mattress - Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 60 per night ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - 46-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels - DVD player - First-run movies - Games - iPod dock - Library - Pay movies ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Furnished balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Change of towels on request - Guidebooks - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Local maps - Luggage storage ### Location highlights - In a national park - In the suburbs - Near a hospital - Near a train station ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Theme park nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: AUD 1000.00 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 60.0 per stay - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 This property accepts cash 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned Property Registration Number PID-STRA-627, 2082 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Kookaburra Retreat House Berowra Heights Kookaburra Retreat Berowra Heights Kookaburra Retreat Berowra He Kookaburra Retreat Berowra Heights Kookaburra Retreat Private vacation home Kookaburra Retreat Private vacation home Berowra Heights ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.60425%2C151.14352&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=goR9QjAiepw2O46bgYv3y2QUQO8=) 78 Lonsdale Avenue, Berowra Heights, NSW, 2082 #### What's nearby - Berowra Village - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Berowra Waters Marina - 7 min drive - 2.6 km - Macquarie University - 24 min drive - 28.7 km - Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club - 32 min drive - 32.6 km #### Getting around - Sydney Berowra Station - 5 min drive - Mount Kuring-gai Station - 13 min drive - Sydney Airport (SYD) - 61 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hideout 2081 - ‬4 min drive - ‪Crofty's Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Ekim Brewing Co - ‬8 min drive - ‪Berowra Village Tavern - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kookaburra Retreat pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Kookaburra Retreat? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Kookaburra Retreat? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Kookaburra Retreat? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Kookaburra Retreat located? > This family-friendly Sydney vacation home is located in a national park, within 3 mi (5 km) of Berowra Village, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Berowra Waters Marina. Asquith Golf Club and Marramarra National Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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