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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
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Katoomba, NSW
- Three Sisters4 min walk
- Echo Point Lookout5 min walk
- Katoomba Scenic World3 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Breathtaking Escarpment Views nr Echo Pt
Cloud 9 is the perfect Couples Retreat, or honeymoon destination, with it’s romantic honeymoon suite and sought after secluded location.
This magnificent escarpment property creates immediate impact with breathtaking views in a spacious light filled upstairs apartment with self check in from your private outdoor staircase.
* An 8m viewing deck all to yourself!
Sleeps up to 5 guests.
This is a Retreat for adults to relax and recharge. Young children under 12yrs and babies are not suitable here.
This is NOT a party venue!
* Group bookings of more than 3 guests must abide by our house rules. Please read house rules and understand this before booking.
* We have a 10pm Curfew with no loud talking nor music permitted thereafter.
Dalia's Blue Mountain Retreat also has a ground floor apartment and a studio at the side of house. We ask you therefore be respectful as loud talking and noise travels in the house.
Larger groups can also book the downstairs house listed as Sterling Manor which sleeps up to 5 guests. Enquire at time of booking.
A well maintained, enchanting 1950's two storey house. Literally on the edge of the escarpment in the best location in Katoomba, with 180 degree VIEWS into the distance.
Just 300 meters to the famous 3 Sisters and near the Echo Point Information Centre.
Five major bush walks practically at your door step.
A 5 minute bus or car trip from the railway station or town centre.
A house with history
Externally Cloud 9 is set amidst the "other worldly" landscaped Rhododendron gardens etched into a sloping terraced garden with many steps. It's previous owner, the late Richard Sterling, well known Australian Astrologer, who wrote columns for the Australian Women's Weekly for 25 yrs, author, London concert pianist, studying music with Dame Joan Sutherland. The gardens featured on Burke's Backyard in the 1980's.
Richard opened his gardens and home to evening soirees entertaining his television friends Burt and Patty Newton, Don Lane and Ita Buttrose and for charity events.
An ideal location for a peaceful self retreat - couples, honeymooners, romantic celebrations, writer's and artists to retreat.
The spectacular scenery and the gardens below are a photographer's paradise and can attract a variety of birds including: Sulphur Crested Cockatoo, King Parrots, Crimson Rosellas, Lyre Birds, Fairy Wrens, Red neck Wattle Bird to name a few.
Cloud 9 offers great value with ~ 75 square meters of internal space and another 30 square meters of external deck (that's about 4 times the size of your average motel room with the best view in Katoomba.
* The sun rise in the morning is spectacular and the rock face across the valley, changes colour with magical hues of pink and light blue at sunset, all from the comfort of the lounge room.
Air Conditioned in summer and cosy in winter, with the finest hydronic heating throughout .
BEDROOM CONFIGURATION
Bedroom 1. A romantic four poster queen size canopy bed with luxurious white hotel quality bedding.
Bedroom 2. Located in the sun room
* 2 king single ensembles
* Double sofa bed for extra guests.
* Bookshelf with books, board games and magazines.
* The sunroom is the point of entry to Cloud 9.
The King Single beds can be made up as one super king bed for couples.
This MUST be advised on booking.
* Your nightly rate is inclusive of 2 guests, there is an additional fee of $70.00 per night for each guest thereafter.
FREE Wi Fi (password on fridge)
THE KITCHEN
Equipped with modern appliances and cooking facilities, such as electric stove, kettle, toaster, coffee pod machine with a few complimentary pods, large 2 door fridge, microwave, dishwasher, and front loading washing machine. A washing line is down stairs. A drying wrack is located in the sunroom.
Off street parking is provided for 1 car only on the left side of the driveway. The street has metered parking 9-5 pm with free parking in neighbouring streets.
A 5 minute walk for fine dining at Darley's Restaurant or Echo's Hotel for that special occasion.
**We only offer single night stays mid week **
A tourist information centre at Echo Point is conveniently located 5 minutes away. There is also a hop-on hop-off trolley bus which takes you to all the major sights of the Blue Mountains.
"In all our worldly travels we have never experienced such an expansive, 180 degree breathtaking view...... it will leave you speechless." Werner und Barbara
Finance Analyst - Germany
To show our appreciation we include little extras, and surprises to pamper your soul and warm your heart. ❤️
YOUR INCLUSIONS:
* Air Conditioning
* 65 inch Smart TV with NETFLIX
* A radio/CD player, board games,
books and magazines.
* Excellent Wi Fi
* Hotel quality cotton bath towels - 100% cotton sheets and quality doona.
* Blankets
* Outdoor Bar-b-Que
* Shampoo, Conditioner, Body wash
* Bath Robes
* You are right on the edge of the National Park with 180° Spectacular Views.
* Explore our Richard Sterling "Garden of the Stars" Astrology Gardens below.
LOCATION:
- 7 CLIFF DRIVE ECHO POINT, Katoomba
- Three minutes walk to Echo Point information centre
- Three minutes walk to bus stop into Katoomba township and railway station.
- Three minute walk to The famous 3 SISTERS with many bush tracks,
- Access to Katoomba Cascades bush track from Echo Point,
- Access to Leura Cascades,
- Katoomba Falls,
- the Scenic Railway or soar across the valley on the Scenic Skyway, an aerial cable car with a glass bottom.
- a short drive to the town centre, cafes, restaurants, Aldi, Woolworths, Target, Big W and Coles for your food shopping.
Charming historical Katoomba
Step back in time during your stay in charming, Katoomba, with it's art deco buildings, art galleries, eclectic tea rooms, gift and antique shops that loom up out of the winter mist; or go back many thousands of years with towering ancient rock formations along the lush hiking tracks.
DIRECTIONS
By Car
Turn off the Great Western Highway into Katoomba town centre. Follow the main street, Katoomba St, down past the shops and down the hill towards Echo Point, to the very end. When you come to Lillianfels and Echos, turn left, then turn right into Echo Point road, at the end of which is the viewing platform for the 3 SISTERS.
Turn left onto Cliff Drive, within 300 meters and you are at 'Cloud Nine'. on your right. Park on the left side of driveway.
By Train
Alight at Katoomba and exit on the town centre side of the train station.
A taxi stand is located by the entrance to the train station. You can either:
- take a 5-minute taxi ride to 'Cloud 9', costing approx. AUD$12.00 or
- catch the 686 bus from outside the Carrington Hotel Katoomba Street, getting off at the 3 SISTERS Echo Point, and walking 3 minutes to 'Cloud Nine'.
NO VISITORS are permitted during your stay at cloud Nine to keep noise levels to a minimum.
This is NOT a party house!
"Cloud 9' is STRICTLY NON SMOKING , please use the ashtray on the veranda for smoking.
Off-street parking is included.
Terms & Conditions and House Rules apply to all bookings at 'CLOUD NINE'.
This magnificent escarpment property creates immediate impact with breathtaking views in a spacious light filled upstairs apartment with self check in from your private outdoor staircase.
* An 8m viewing deck all to yourself!
Sleeps up to 5 guests.
This is a Retreat for adults to relax and recharge. Young children under 12yrs and babies are not suitable here.
This is NOT a party venue!
* Group bookings of more than 3 guests must abide by our house rules. Please read house rules and understand this before booking.
* We have a 10pm Curfew with no loud talking nor music permitted thereafter.
Dalia's Blue Mountain Retreat also has a ground floor apartment and a studio at the side of house. We ask you therefore be respectful as loud talking and noise travels in the house.
Larger groups can also book the downstairs house listed as Sterling Manor which sleeps up to 5 guests. Enquire at time of booking.
A well maintained, enchanting 1950's two storey house. Literally on the edge of the escarpment in the best location in Katoomba, with 180 degree VIEWS into the distance.
Just 300 meters to the famous 3 Sisters and near the Echo Point Information Centre.
Five major bush walks practically at your door step.
A 5 minute bus or car trip from the railway station or town centre.
A house with history
Externally Cloud 9 is set amidst the "other worldly" landscaped Rhododendron gardens etched into a sloping terraced garden with many steps. It's previous owner, the late Richard Sterling, well known Australian Astrologer, who wrote columns for the Australian Women's Weekly for 25 yrs, author, London concert pianist, studying music with Dame Joan Sutherland. The gardens featured on Burke's Backyard in the 1980's.
Richard opened his gardens and home to evening soirees entertaining his television friends Burt and Patty Newton, Don Lane and Ita Buttrose and for charity events.
An ideal location for a peaceful self retreat - couples, honeymooners, romantic celebrations, writer's and artists to retreat.
The spectacular scenery and the gardens below are a photographer's paradise and can attract a variety of birds including: Sulphur Crested Cockatoo, King Parrots, Crimson Rosellas, Lyre Birds, Fairy Wrens, Red neck Wattle Bird to name a few.
Cloud 9 offers great value with ~ 75 square meters of internal space and another 30 square meters of external deck (that's about 4 times the size of your average motel room with the best view in Katoomba.
* The sun rise in the morning is spectacular and the rock face across the valley, changes colour with magical hues of pink and light blue at sunset, all from the comfort of the lounge room.
Air Conditioned in summer and cosy in winter, with the finest hydronic heating throughout .
BEDROOM CONFIGURATION
Bedroom 1. A romantic four poster queen size canopy bed with luxurious white hotel quality bedding.
Bedroom 2. Located in the sun room
* 2 king single ensembles
* Double sofa bed for extra guests.
* Bookshelf with books, board games and magazines.
* The sunroom is the point of entry to Cloud 9.
The King Single beds can be made up as one super king bed for couples.
This MUST be advised on booking.
* Your nightly rate is inclusive of 2 guests, there is an additional fee of $70.00 per night for each guest thereafter.
FREE Wi Fi (password on fridge)
THE KITCHEN
Equipped with modern appliances and cooking facilities, such as electric stove, kettle, toaster, coffee pod machine with a few complimentary pods, large 2 door fridge, microwave, dishwasher, and front loading washing machine. A washing line is down stairs. A drying wrack is located in the sunroom.
Off street parking is provided for 1 car only on the left side of the driveway. The street has metered parking 9-5 pm with free parking in neighbouring streets.
A 5 minute walk for fine dining at Darley's Restaurant or Echo's Hotel for that special occasion.
**We only offer single night stays mid week **
A tourist information centre at Echo Point is conveniently located 5 minutes away. There is also a hop-on hop-off trolley bus which takes you to all the major sights of the Blue Mountains.
"In all our worldly travels we have never experienced such an expansive, 180 degree breathtaking view...... it will leave you speechless." Werner und Barbara
Finance Analyst - Germany
To show our appreciation we include little extras, and surprises to pamper your soul and warm your heart. ❤️
YOUR INCLUSIONS:
* Air Conditioning
* 65 inch Smart TV with NETFLIX
* A radio/CD player, board games,
books and magazines.
* Excellent Wi Fi
* Hotel quality cotton bath towels - 100% cotton sheets and quality doona.
* Blankets
* Outdoor Bar-b-Que
* Shampoo, Conditioner, Body wash
* Bath Robes
* You are right on the edge of the National Park with 180° Spectacular Views.
* Explore our Richard Sterling "Garden of the Stars" Astrology Gardens below.
LOCATION:
- 7 CLIFF DRIVE ECHO POINT, Katoomba
- Three minutes walk to Echo Point information centre
- Three minutes walk to bus stop into Katoomba township and railway station.
- Three minute walk to The famous 3 SISTERS with many bush tracks,
- Access to Katoomba Cascades bush track from Echo Point,
- Access to Leura Cascades,
- Katoomba Falls,
- the Scenic Railway or soar across the valley on the Scenic Skyway, an aerial cable car with a glass bottom.
- a short drive to the town centre, cafes, restaurants, Aldi, Woolworths, Target, Big W and Coles for your food shopping.
Charming historical Katoomba
Step back in time during your stay in charming, Katoomba, with it's art deco buildings, art galleries, eclectic tea rooms, gift and antique shops that loom up out of the winter mist; or go back many thousands of years with towering ancient rock formations along the lush hiking tracks.
DIRECTIONS
By Car
Turn off the Great Western Highway into Katoomba town centre. Follow the main street, Katoomba St, down past the shops and down the hill towards Echo Point, to the very end. When you come to Lillianfels and Echos, turn left, then turn right into Echo Point road, at the end of which is the viewing platform for the 3 SISTERS.
Turn left onto Cliff Drive, within 300 meters and you are at 'Cloud Nine'. on your right. Park on the left side of driveway.
By Train
Alight at Katoomba and exit on the town centre side of the train station.
A taxi stand is located by the entrance to the train station. You can either:
- take a 5-minute taxi ride to 'Cloud 9', costing approx. AUD$12.00 or
- catch the 686 bus from outside the Carrington Hotel Katoomba Street, getting off at the 3 SISTERS Echo Point, and walking 3 minutes to 'Cloud Nine'.
NO VISITORS are permitted during your stay at cloud Nine to keep noise levels to a minimum.
This is NOT a party house!
"Cloud 9' is STRICTLY NON SMOKING , please use the ashtray on the veranda for smoking.
Off-street parking is included.
Terms & Conditions and House Rules apply to all bookings at 'CLOUD NINE'.
Property manager
Joss OConnell
Premier Host
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Air conditioning
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Property Registration Number PID-STRA-11005, 2780
About the area
Katoomba
Katoomba is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Katoomba Scenic World and Blue Mountains National Park. Everglades Historic House & Gardens and Mount Victoria Railway Museum are also worth visiting.

Katoomba, NSW
What's nearby
- Three Sisters - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Echo Point Lookout - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Blue Mountains Cultural Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Katoomba Scenic World - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Leura Mall - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Scenic World - 3 min drive
- Scenic Skyway - 3 min drive
- The Yellow Deli - 2 min drive
- Elephant Bean Cafe - 3 min drive
- Canton Palace - 2 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
11 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joseph Z.
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Joseph Z.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
MURRETTE F.
29 June 2017
View is breath taking
MURRETTE F.
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey S.
10 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular views
Jeffrey S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
8/10 Good
Amanda S.
30 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Amanda S.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Nick G.
5 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
After our fourth time staying here, the view still takes our breath away
Nick G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
17 Dec 2018
Stunning well equipped property in the best location
Sarah H.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Madeline F.
23 Apr 2019
Breathtaking views
Madeline F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
JAN & RAY H.
14 Dec 2017
Excellent
JAN & RAY H.
10/10 Excellent
Ryan P.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Ryan P.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martin D.
2 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home and location
Martin D.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ellen H.
15 Apr 2018
Beautiful, restful place
Ellen H.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
Beth S.
19 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful relaxation
Beth S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Linda F., Sydney
9 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The breath taking view!
Linda F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Joseph S.
16 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views, average property
Joseph S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sven S.
4 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic views
Sven S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bruce A., Guelph
9 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A view like no other
Bruce A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Paras F., Sydney, NSW, Australia
14 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Views!
Paras F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ron S.
15 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean simple accommodation with great view
Ron S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
PETER M.
31 Aug 2017
Amazing!
PETER M.
10/10 Excellent
KEN D.
7 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnificent views, quality apartment
KEN D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Doris N., Deutschland Berlin
21 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extraordinary
Doris N.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Greg W.
19 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Wife's dream fulfilled
Greg W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jan M.
17 Nov 2018
Delightful, Relaxing, Amazing View, great location
Jan M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
BRONWYN B.
22 Aug 2016
Amazing! Want to give another star!
BRONWYN B.
About the host
Hosted by Joss OConnell

Having grown up in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney I decided that I needed a change of pace - fresh mountain air and quality of life - and before I knew it, this beautiful 2 storey house and amazing property found me - It was definitely love at first sight. I love the garden and the space it offers. In spring especially, the garden is home to over 8 varieties of birds lots of butterflies a blue tongue lizard and resident Lyre birds who spend their days digging for worms. My favourite pastime is bushwalking and discovering new tracks and waterfalls in the mountains. I enjoy meeting and greeting my guests from all over the world. It brings me so much pleasure to share this "slice of heaven" as it's too wonderful to keep to myself. I came from a corporate background in Recruitment, Sales and training and am very much a people person so my new lifestyle in this beautiful community welcoming my visitors is perfect for me.
Why they chose this property
It had the most breathtaking views of the Jamison Valley and a great location. For 49yrs the property was owned by the well-known Australian Astrologer Richard Sterling whose Astrology columns you may have read in the Australian Women's Weekly. When I was in Recruitment I studied Numerology to help understand the strengths and weaknesses of the applicants I was placing and Richard Sterling was definitely one of my fans in the 1980's so I knew this property had been earmarked for me. It's in the perfect location for tourism and convenience and is the only Astrology sign posted garden of it's kind in Australia.
What makes this property unique
The upstairs apartment is positioned on the edge of the escarpment with a huge deck offering 180 degree breathtaking views of the Jamison Valley and Mount Solitary. In winter especially the northerly aspect means that the sun warms your body throughout the year and into the cooler months. The house is fully appointed with all the comforts of home and so close to 5 major bushwalks and 5 minutes drive to the Katoomba shopping centre. You are very welcome to take a stroll through the "Garden of the Stars" during your stay. I'm sure Richard would love you to find your star sign in the garden below, and also take in the beauty and serenity that surrounds you. The property exudes healing energy which will leave you feeling peaceful and rejuvenated.
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