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St Raphael

4.0 star property
Cottage in Leura with free parking

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You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at St Raphael. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Room options

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Comfort Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (The Priest's Cottage)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Exclusive Cottage, Accessible, Garden View (The Chapel)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Exclusive Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Garden View (The Convent)

Highlights

Patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Leura is home to St Raphael. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Mountains National Park and Katoomba Scenic World. Everglades Historic House & Gardens and Mount Victoria Railway Museum are also worth visiting.
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27-37 Britain St, Leura, NSW, 2780

What's nearby

  • Leura Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Everglades Historic House & Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Leura Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Leura Cascades - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Blue Mountains Cultural Centre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Leura Station - 7 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lily's Pad Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Leura - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Freudian Sip - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bygone Beautys - Antique Centre & Tearoom - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Leura Gourmet - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

St Raphael

Cottage in Leura with free parking
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cottage has express check-in and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. All 3 soundproofed accommodations feature free WiFi and private yards. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with DVD players, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. Housekeeping is not available.
St Raphael offers 3 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Leura cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access) nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 units
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and 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 and a security system
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-3603 -4,PID-STRA-3603-4,PID-STRA- 3603-4

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

ST RAPHAEL House Leura
ST RAPHAEL Leura
ST RAPHAEL Leura
ST RAPHAEL Cottage
ST RAPHAEL Cottage Leura

Frequently asked questions

Does St Raphael have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is St Raphael pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at St Raphael?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at St Raphael?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is St Raphael located?

Situated in Leura, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Leura Mall, Fortress Rock, and Everglades Historic House & Gardens. Leura Cascades and Prince Henry Cliff Walk Trailhead are also within 2 mi (3 km). Leura Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

St Raphael Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect for a couple of days in the Blue Mountains. Comfortable bed, great shower, had everything we needed. Easy to walk to Leura for coffee, shopping, walking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, spacious, clean, beautiful gardens
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located a few minutes away from Leura Station, very quiet, nice and clean, old style property, great garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Room comfort, communication

Unique property well located

We stayed in the Priest’s Cottage. Ideal for a couple. Plenty of space and a real homely old fashioned feel. Charming but slightly dated. Nice outdoor sitting area with table and chairs and access to huge large gardens behind the property. The owner was very welcoming and we enjoyed the offer of half price Devonshire tea and a visit to the teapot museum.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
True to description
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful large property. We stayed in the convent, which also had a sun room. Large living area & kitchen, very good heating & a fire. Can be two or three bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall property was run down and in need of maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

vicki, eastlakes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was amazing place to stay the house had everything you wanted. The grounds were great for our grandchildren lot of space to play. Also only 5 mins to Leura Village. We are looking forward to going back next holidays and staying longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Lawrence

Cleaning attention is required

Wall and ceiling cracks, floors are bouncing and making lots of noises even a light footstep, this is really annoying. Also, all the handles at the kitchen need a good clean, they are sticky hence feel dirty, this includes all the cabinets, stove and fridge. The freezer is filthy. The kettle and toaster are rusty. Nice fireplace and sunroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Peter, Kogarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well appointed, quiet location and a short walk to Leura Mall. Internet very slow/non existent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
I am absolutely disgusted at the way the owner (who lives on the property) has treated me during my stay and the rude and threatening text message I have received after checkout. This owner has admitted to following me in my car after checking out!! Who does that!!! We were two women 51 and 42 years old on a weekend away. We DID NOT have any music or anything playing but we were telling stories laughing and having what we thought was a good time only to have this owner BANGING on the door at 11pm threatening to call the police on us for the “noise”. Nowhere did it say that the walls and floors are paper thin and that we had to be silent during our stay. I would NEVER recommend this property to anyone. It’s been hours since I checked out and I’m still upset and disgusted. Who threatens their guests!!! He literally threatened me by text and verbally!! HORRIBLE!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This was a great place to stay! We enjoyed it so much and would definitely come back. Perfect if you’re looking for a little cottage with full privacy and not many other people around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique and beautiful place to stay. It had a wonderful energy and was incredibly peaceful and relaxing- everything you need is there- so well thought out and catered for. The local village in walking distance is adorable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunningly excellent

Excellent stunning apartment with verandah and sun room and huge kitchen full of utensils. Big comfortable beds and bathrooms with a spa bath
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Quiet and convenient

Review for Priest's Cottage Good location on the quiet outskirts of Leura and easy walking distance to the Mall for shops and restaurants (we recommend The Bunker). Easy self check in and well equipped property but we could barely get warm enough as we couldn't figure out the heating from the A/C unit. The bed was too soft for us, but some might like it. It was certainly nicely prepared. The bathroom looked a bit Cell Block H, but the shower was actually one of the best that I've used for a long time - very powerful blast of nice hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, easy to check in, great location. The cottage is VERY comfortable and will not disappoint. One thing that I would suggest is - please do the dusting! I would have liked to know more history - what order of nuns lived at the convent? What was the work of the order? What was the entire time frame of the property?
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a lazy weekend away. Has everything you need for a hassle free getaway. Gas fire was an added surprise which got a workout while we were there
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Very clean. Only issue is that we rented the part of the venue which sleeps 5 - it was advertised as 2 double beds and a single portable. The only issue is that while one of the doubles was in a sealed bedroom, the other was in the open plan living area, so the couple that slept on that had no privacy from anyone needing to pass through the lounge room, and also had the person in the single bed in the same room as them. This is not advertised, and the photos avoid showing that the configuration is like this. I would suggest updating the photos to show this, especially as it’s pretty expensive. Other than that, or if this isn’t an issue for you, the place was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet area but still close enough to walk into Leura in about 5 minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While it is an old religious property, the gardens and cottage were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Sally

Really enjoyed our stay at St Raphael. The Priests Cottage is quirky & cosy. The heater in the bedroom room was very welcome in the cold mornings & warmed the room instantly. Great shower & all you needed in the kitchenette to prepare most meals if eating in. It stands in beautiful gardens & is very quiet. Ideally situated just a short walk from Leura but far enough to feel separated from the hurly burly of a tourist town. We were able to follow several walking trails straight from the property but be warned - if you walk to Echo Falls there is no bus back ! So you need to walk back too - it is far shorter walking along the road but no where near as scenic. If staying with a larger group the other properties onsite looked really good. We also really appreciated the use of a guest laundry as we had been travelling around a lot. Great place to stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul James

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Cecelia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020