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Inner Sydney. Harbour Bridge, Opera House City views

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Private kitchen
Artiist Impression. Currently under construction. Directly opposit home.
Room
Living area
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sydney, CBD, NSW
  • White Bay Cruise Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Star Casino
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Circular Quay
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (RSE-Rose Bay Seaplane Base)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Inner Sydney. Harbour Bridge, Opera House City views

Deep discounts for longer stays.
If this house is already booked for some of your required dates we have two houses listed right next door to each other (interconnected if required for a group up to 12) just search VRBO Listing 618362.
Enjoy spectacular views in this very spacious three bedroom, one and a half bathroom Balmain home. There’s plenty of street parking available, or it’s just a short ferry ride to new shopping precinct, Barangaroo, with easy access from there to Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House and the CBD (Downtown).

The Space:
Enter from the street into a gorgeous, Tuscan style stepped courtyard garden with espaliered fruit trees and herb garden beds. Bi-fold doors connect the courtyard to a large, fully-equipped gourmet kitchen, with dishwasher, gas cooktop, electric fan-forced oven, microwave and coffee maker, as well as a table that seats eight people comfortably. Off this kitchen is a family-sized laundry with WC. Continue on to separate dining area with a table for four and a couple of comfortable armchairs, and then on to a sumptuous living room with a two-seater sofa, two more armchairs and flat-screen TV.

On the next level up, you’ll find three well-appointed bedrooms with reverse–cycle heating/cooling, two of which also have ceiling fans. All three bedrooms have queen size beds and views of either the city skyline, Sydney Harbour or Anzac Bridge. There’s also a bathroom on this floor with a bathtub.

On the third level is a large rooftop terrace with absolutely stunning views of the city, great for entertaining or a perfect view of Sydney’s world famous New Years Eve fireworks display.

The Neighborhood:
Historic Balmain is just far enough away from the main tourist hubs of Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House and the CBD to have its relaxed vibe, but close enough to get to the action in ten minutes if yo need to. With shops, markets and an abundance of eateries in close proximity, it’s the perfect location.

It’s a short walk to busses and Balmain wharf, with regular ferry services across Sydney’s famous harbour to Barangaroo and Circular Quay, both of which are close to Sydney’s CBD and train stations. If you have a car, there’s easy parking on the street outside the property.

Property manager

Giacomo Latella

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This is at our discretion 12 and over. Advise ages
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Events

No events allowed
No Parties or functions, only paid clients.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Trash bins are located on the sidewalk or rear lane. Leave the premises clean , tidy , dishes washed & correctly stowed.used towels on laundry floor.
STRICTLY TOILET PAPER ONLY IN TOILETS. NO biodegradable wipes of ANY KIND, NO makeup wipes, NO hygiene wipes, NO Nappies, NO pads of ANY KIND.
child 12- client agrees to closely supervise re safety, furnishings, furniture. Child not toilet trained to sleep within their allocated portable crib

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
Note from host: No Parties or functions, only paid clients.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property registration number PID-STRA-6767

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sydney

Located in Balmain, a neighbourhood in Sydney, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Circular Quay and White Bay Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit World Square Shopping Centre and Pitt Street Mall. Check out an event or a game at Sydney Cricket Ground, and consider making time for SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Sydney, CBD, NSW

What's nearby

  • White Bay Cruise Terminal - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Star Casino - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Circular Quay - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 12 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Rozelle Bay Light Rail Station - 5 min drive
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 7 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doltone House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Elements Bar and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Fenwick - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Gladstone Park Bowling Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pirrama Park kiosk - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Inner Sydney. Harbour Bridge, Opera House City views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Inner Sydney. Harbour Bridge, Opera House City views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inner Sydney. Harbour Bridge, Opera House City views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Inner Sydney. Harbour Bridge, Opera House City views located?

Located in Balmain, this holiday home is steps from White Bay Cruise Terminal and within 3 mi (5 km) of Star Casino and Circular Quay. Overseas Passenger Terminal is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home away from Home
We were four work colleagues in Sydney for a trade show. the property was fantastic as centrally located to pubs n restaurants only a short walk for dinner after a busy day. Beautiful views and superbly fitted out with old world decor
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best vacation rental experiences
The property is delightful with many decks/balconies overlooking the harbor. Easy to get to via ferry and after hectic days exploring Sydney its a great escape on which to enjoy a glass to wine. The hosts are great and offer many suggestions of place to visit and eat which one might not find in a guidebook. Finally the property has everything one might want in terms of good WiFi, towels, kitchen ware,...
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Very enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gar H.

Fantastic
We loved our stay in Sydney and the Belmain neighborhood. The owners were extremely helpful making all of our arrangements and accommodating our group. The property was absolutely perfect for our family. We had a great time and are looking forward to our next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

A little bit of paradise!
We had a great stay at the Villa! It has wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces with beautiful views! The owners were delightful and very helpful with suggestions of things to do! It is only a 15 minute walk to the ferry and 5 minutes to the buses - transportation system in Sydney is outstanding! I would highly recommend this Villa!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alanya B.

Beautiful, historic home in a great location.
We had a wonderful time in Sydney. This home was charming and interesting with lovely historical touches throughout. Giacomo and Lynn were very professional and helpful. We especially loved the rooftop terrace and great view. We hope to return someday. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Sydney away from the hustle and bustle
Really enjoyed our stay at Giacomo & Lyns place. Away from the hectic pace of Sydney CBD, but close enough to access easily. Balmain East has a great vibe, good restaurants along Darling Street. House is roomy and well maintained. Giaocomo readily available for assistance on best way to get around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place to enjoy Sydney
We have stayed with Giacomo and Lynn before in their other beautiful property, so we were delighted to stay in this house! The home is beautifully decorated, with all modern conveniences. We appreciated the extra adapters for our technology. We loved the peaceful location and easy access to the ferry. Great two pubs in town with exceptional food! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Tuscan Villa Overlooking Sydney Harbor
Great accommodations in a great location in the Balmain East suburb of Sydney. Comfortable house with super friendly hosts that will make you feel right at home. And the views are simply outrageous. There is a balcony and city view from several of the rooms and a bonus roof top terrace. The kitchen is huge and is very well stocked with appliances, pots, pans and utensils. The ferry is nearby as are restaurants and shops. We will return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Beautiful house, excellent location!
We stayed in this amazing property for a girls getaway in Sydney. The location was perfectly located and we were able to get to all of the locations we wanted over weekend, including the city and Bondi. busses and ferries are walking distance. the local area has a great vibe with great restaurants and shopping. The property is a beautiful home with tons of character and charm. The rooftop terrace is breathtaking with a a harbour side view of the city skyline. The hosts are very friendly, welcoming and easy to communicate with. We highly recommend this house.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ed and Bobbie H.

Fantastic. 6 Stars out of 5 :)
We first stayed a week. Then went to other cities. We liked it so much we cam back and rented it again. We would definitely stay here again. 5 min to bus. Then 5 Min to ferry. Under 40 min by ferry to most close in Quays. You could not find nicer people to deal with. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eva K.

Perfect house
Balmain is a very nice area. It's like a very nice village. You can find everything. Shops, cafes, restaurants, groceries stores... Giacomo is a very welcoming host, he explains everythin. The house is a jewel- historic, perfect location, close to bus and ferry and shops and restaurants. We liked the views of the skyline, the Harbour Bridge and the quiet courtyard. Highly recommended! We loved coming home after a day spent in the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne P.

Highly recommend this property!
Giacomo went above and beyond to ensure our stay was comfortable. He met us at the property and walked us thru every room explaining how to operate the awnings and all features of each room. He even supplied us with Opal passes so that we could use the public transportation (ferries, buses, and trains), he asked we give a small fee for this but saved us the hassle of having to get our own passes which require a deposit. Giacomo spent a great deal of time with us explaining the transportation available to us as well as the lay of the land for shopping, dining, location/ times of various terminals. I will be back! Thank you Giacomo.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid P.

Perfect place to stay
We are travellers from Vienna and have visited Sydney for 10 days in January/early February 2019. From the time we booked, everything (check-in instructions, contact information, codes, etc) was communicated with great clarity. At our arrival, we instantly felt welcomed. The hosts are a wonderful Australian couple with a great empathy for travellers. The residence is an amazing villa with a view of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Darling harbour. The house is very clean, with a fully equipped kitchen; we enjoyed preparing our breakfast every day. The location was terrific; the neighbourhood is quiet and safe. We loved our 10 minutes walks to Balmain East ferry every day (stopping for a coffee at café Euphoria), catching a ferry to Circular Quay (15 minutes) or Darling Harbour (8 minutes). The house exceeded our expectations and made our holidays in Sydney very special.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Excellent Location and Hosts!
We had a wonderful experience staying at Lyn & Giacoma's house. Giacoma was great at communicating with us prior to our arrival and with providing us a wealth of information during our stay. He was also extremely accommodating with checking in early after our extremely long journey from the United States. The location is excellent. We loved having breakfast on the elevated front porch while watching the cruise ships dock directly in front of the house. East Balmain has a Woolworth grocery store as well as a BWS liquor store for all your shopping needs. There are also plenty of great local restaurants there. A :20 walk down to the bottom of Darling Street will take you to the ferry where you can catch a quick ride to Darling Harbor, Pyrmont Bay, or Circular Quay. You can walk to just about any place in downtown from those three locations. It's a nice walk to the fish market from Pyrmont Bay. There are also lots of restaurants and bars just south of the Pyrmont Bay station. From Circular Quay you can walk to the opera house and the Royal Botanical Gardens. If you have a car, make sure to go to Bondi Beach to do the cliff walk. The views are absolutely amazing. Another must do suggested by Giacoma was to have breakfast in Manly at The Pantry. It is right on the beach. Both the views and the food are amazing. It is one of the best breakfasts I have ever had. Parking is extremely difficult in Manly, even early in the morning because everyone arrives early to go to the beach. There is a parking garage on Gilbert Street near Belgrave Street that is an easy walk to The Pantry. I highly recommend Lyn & Giacomo's house. We absolutely loved Australia and would most definitely stay at this house again if we ever return to Sydney.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Wonderful space and location
Our family of 5 thought the space was excellent. We spent 5 nights. Nice view of the City. The beds were very comfortable. The place had about anything you could need. Plenty of paper products and soap and laundry soap. The location is about 10 min from the ferry wharf walking. This wharf has a ferry that goes to Darling Harbor as the next stop (7 min) OR go the other direction and in 3 stops you are at Circular Quay (less than 15 min). And you can catch the bus closer to go to wharf or into the City as well. There is a good kitchen set up with all you need. Owner brought a drip coffee pot in for us as they had a couple of options. Instruction/information book is helpful. The info on the HomeAway app that the owners send is invaluable so read it and use it. We took a cab from airport which was about $100 AUS for a maxi taxi (for 5) on the way there due to early morning traffic and construction at airport delays. It was much faster and about $30 AUS cheaper on the way back to airport to leave as we left later in a.m. The outside decks are very neat. If it would have been a little warmer and less rainy we could have used more--such as in different season. One shower and two toilets was good. Heaters in each room were great in the evenings during this time of year. Remember you will need adaptors for the electric outlets. The grocery store was about 10 minutes walking. There are several restaurants between grocery store and apartment. We had Gigi's Italian, Sushi Hub, Gellataria gelato and Joe's Deli for some heat at home Italian. All were good. Bottle shop for beer and wine was in the same area. Owners were very responsive and helpful in setting up the reservation and during the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hilary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect Christmas
This house is awesome. Quiet, peaceful, spacious, stunning view and such a variety of places to sit including the lovely roof garden. We had a lovely 4 days and our hosts could not have been more accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Sahara P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Bugs and Filth in Balmain
We booked this property over the holiday season and chose this property because of the 3 bedrooms and rooftop fireworks. Giacomo was a pleasure to deal with prior to our arrival and very helpful with questions relating to New Year’s. However, upon arrival it became very clear that this property was drastically over represented and over valued for the condition it is in. The towels were stained, and the headboard in the master bedroom also had a huge stain. Disgusting! The whole house has a dank smell (my kids were gagging). The upstairs bathroom had a drainage problem and water pools up on the bathroom floor, making the bathroom difficult to use. We had to take really quick showers to avoid a swamp! There were also dozens of BUGS on the ceiling in the bathroom. When we called Giacomo extremely upset, he offered to send a cleaning lady to come inspect the property. She never showed up! Giacomo also offered to refund a portion of our money and once we checked out, he refused to do so. In short, very disappointed that Giacomo refused to keep his word regarding a discount on the very overpriced rates he was charging during the holiday week. We wound up seeing the fireworks on a boat for the 9 o’clock show which was wonderful and returning to the house to view the midnight fireworks on the rooftop, which was also wonderful. But not worth the price we paid for the conditions we endured during our week of vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE M., Afton, Va

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great base in Sydney
Very well cared for house. Wonderful and gracious hosts. Definitely recommend for family or small group in Sydney.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gemma B.

Beautiful
Always a pleasure to stay here. Amazing views, great location, lovely people!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Thoroughly recommend
Delightful views of the city nestled in a delightful village. Brilliant!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent location, house and hosts
We are travellers from Vienna and have visited Sydney for 10 days in January 2019. From the time we booked, everything (check-in instructions, contact information, codes, etc) was communicated with great clarity. At our arrival, we instantly felt welcomed. The hosts are a wonderful Australian couple with a great empathy for travellers. The residence is an amazing villa with a view of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Darling harbour. The house is very clean, with a fully equipped kitchen; we enjoyed preparing our breakfast every day. The location was terrific; the neighbourhood is quiet and safe. We loved our 10 minutes walks to Balmain East ferry every day (stopping for a coffee at café Euphoria), catching a ferry to Circular Quay (15 minutes) or Darling Harbour (8 minutes). The house exceeded our expectations and made our holidays in Sydney very special.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simone T.

Great house with fantastic views of Sydney, a gem
Amazing landlords offering a great family home for our recent trip to Sydney. A very comfortable property in a super location offering the best views for our new year celebrations. Easy access to everything via boat or bus, the perfect base with great independent shops, cafes and restaurants on the door step. We were made very welcome, given great advise and tips on where to go and how to get around. A big thank you to Giacomo & Lyn, we will definitely be recommending your home to friends and family 👍😀

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Great location, the host Ken was very helpful. Beautiful rooftop patio.
Great place to explore Sydney. The ferry terminal is a beautiful 10 min walk and the ferries get you everywhere. The house is beautiful and very well maintained. The roof top patio is where we would spend our evenings . Nice to see the Cruise ships come and go.. Ken was a great host and very helpful. Just a couple of notes. There is one shower for the 3 bedrooms, but has another washroom downstairs. Also the stairs to the rooftop are quite narrow and might be difficult for anyone who has trouble with stairs. The house was exactly what we were looking for and exactly what is described. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Historic House with Great Harbour Bridge Views
With the idea to visit Sydney for the NYE world famous fireworks I located this place that had such amazing reviews. I was hesitant at first because my choice was for this house with the Rooftop Garden with direct uninterrupted views of the Harbour Bridge or to choose their other house next door without the rooftop garden but with 3 bathrooms and also exceptional reviews. I eventually settled on this one because of the ability to have complete access to the rooftop garden and enjoy the NYE fireworks for the whole family and friends. The best decision I had made for the entire trip. EVERYONE in our party and visitors we had over absolutely LOVED the house and it’s amazing location in the Inner City. The NYE fireworks by the way were just outstanding, more than living up to our expectations. We felt we were right in the action with brilliant view lines right across the city skyline and Harbour Bridge. Spectacular. The house itself creates it’s own energy and warmth as soon as you enter from the kitchen. It is just so interesting and inviting with a beautiful polished terracotta floor. Very Italian / Mediterranean with an abundance of utensils and appliances if you like to cook. Clearly the owners do. The rest of the house is so charming and very comfortable. Linens and other amenities were all first class and we constantly thought how lucky we were to have chosen this house and its great location. This is really Inner City living without all the high-rise. That’s part of the spectacular view and it’s so quiet.   We actually hired a car because we planned a day trip to the Blue Mountains with our children but aside from that trip we did not need a car at all. Public transport is so easy to use and first class and you can’t beat that Ferry trip to the city every day, passing by the Opera House and under the SHB. You can get to all the tourist spots in no time at all. No wonder Balmain is so popular. We had a great time. A memorable time. Don’t hesitate. This is a great place.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

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Hosted by Giacomo Latella

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