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A gorgeous high-ceiling living and dining area that wows upon entry.
The region's largest fig tree graces our front garden. A botanical highlight!
Sweeping ground-floor ocean views. After all, you're on a mountain.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kiama, NSW
  • Kiama Blowhole
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kiama Surf Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kendalls Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Kiama's Secret Ocean-view Cottage

4 minutes from Kiama's town centre and beaches.
On 3 private acres of Saddleback Mountain.
Sweeping views of the open ocean, Kiama township and Kiama lighthouse.
Alongside 200 year old stone walls from Australia's convict history
2 master bedrooms and 3 ensuites

Just an easy 4 minute drive from Kiama’s town centre and a short walk from local cafes, shops and service station, The Red Cedar is the perfect family-friendly residence. Enjoy a swim at the various beaches, discover Kiama’s world-famous blowhole, sample the South Coast’s renowned wineries and explore the endemic Minnamurra Rainforest. The Red Cedar is the perfect central residency to access all of this and so much more.


Ground floor:
A spacious master bedroom with a king bed, ensuite and cot, and direct sliding door access to a private deck and peaceful side lawn which has sweeping views of the Kiama township, lighthouse and the ocean below.
A second bedroom with a queen bed and ensuite, spilling out onto the front decking with direct views of the scenery below.
A third bedroom with 2 king single beds, with views into the side lawn.
A generous void-style living, dining and kitchen in one, perfect for entertaining guests.
A bathroom with bath and views of the side lawn.
An extensive driveway and dedicated parking lot with both paved and gravel options.
A double garage and shed residing away from the house.


Second floor:
A second master bedroom with a newly-renovated shower ensuite, study desk and private balcony overlooking the garden and with ocean views.
A fifth, newly-renovated ocean-facing bedroom with private balcony and tatami-style king bed. This room has the property's best views!
A second relaxing living area with TV and couches.


For larger groups:
The Red Cedar sleeps 10 guests in beds, but another 2 guests can be accommodated on floor mattresses, which can be supplied and fitted with linen upon request, for groups larger than 10. For groups of 10 or less, floor mattresses can be requested for a linen fee of $40 each, at least 8 days before check in. We also cater for families with infants, with a cot (fitted with linen) present in the downstairs master bedroom. However, please note that parties are strictly prohibited, and larger groups must ensure to keep noise levels to a minimum; any complaints of noise or other disruptions, or damages, will result in a charge on your security deposit (up to $1000).


Interior design:
We hope you will enjoy The Red Cedar’s unique and newly-renovated interior. The house is composed almost entirely of red cedar wood constructed in a distinctive open-interior design, with powerful ceiling beams and a spacious void that overlooks the lower dining area.

If the dates you'd like are unavailable, feel free to check out our very popular waterfront property, KIAMA DREAM. 3 minutes from Kiama's town-centre, 2 min from two beaches, absolute ocean-front, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, the perfect beach-side family getaway. Copy this link into your browser, https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p9149688 to see this property.

Property manager

Gongdao Zhang
Premier Host

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-5143, 2533

About the area

Kiama

Located in Kiama, this cottage is in the mountains and by the sea. Kiama Bowling & Recreation Club and Crooked River Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Natural Necessity and Jamberoo Action Park. Granties Maze and Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kiama, NSW

What's nearby

  • Kiama Blowhole - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kiama Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kiama Surf Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kiama Leagues Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kendalls Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Kiama Station - 5 min walk
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪By the Sea - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kiama Leagues Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Hungry Monkey - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jaws Seafood - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiama's Secret Ocean-view Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Kiama's Secret Ocean-view Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kiama's Secret Ocean-view Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kiama's Secret Ocean-view Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Kiama Coast Walk, Kiama Seaside Markets and Pilots Cottage Museum. Church Point and Kiama Blowhole are also within 10 minutes. Kiama Station is 5 minutes by foot and Bombo Station is 22 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enough room for 6 adults with comfort
Everyone enjoyed their stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect hideaway
Gorgeous house with plenty of room for all the family. Amazing views and well situated for a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

robyn l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Ocean View Cottage
It was a lovely place but a little rundown in several aspects, and noise from the freeway was noticeable. Great views and location high on the hill. Good communication with the manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marianne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, private escape
We loved the convenient location. Close to Kiama but far enough away to be immersed in the beautiful countryside and have a lovely view of the ocean. The only downside was some road noise from the Prince's highway. The house had plenty of parking and outdoor space for pets to run around in, plus seating in the garden area. Inside was spacious with plenty of rooms and private areas but there were lots of cobwebs and resident frogs that kept visiting. The kitchen was well stocked with glasses, crockery and cooking equipment, however, some utensils needed repair or replacing. Overall we had a fabulous time and would happily stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family house
Great space with large table so we could all comfortably sit together. Good bed space and well equiped kitchen. Perect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October long weekend
Good location and plenty of room. Great views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minh Anh N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cottage
We spent 3 days 2 nights at the cottage and it was lovely. Only minus is some ants running around but Bruce was on top of it quickly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiama mountain retreat
Had a great time at the property, lots of space for the toddlers to play. Close to Kiama and the beaches.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Narelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas family holiday
We had a lovely family holiday at this nice house. Everything you could need is provided and there’s plenty of room for everyone. Fabulous view
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Overall great place. Some bits showing some wear, but great location, good size rooms, good outdoors, good view. Could do with some aircon upstairs for hot days. Comfortable for 9 adults and two kids under 2.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house - We loved it.
I just wanted to say what a beautiful place, even Mr echidna made a surprise visit. We had a wonderful time at the property, it has a beautiful view, the house was amazing and we totally loved it, did not want to leave. The gardens were a treat and we did enjoy the surrounds of Kiama too, beach, cafe's etc. Thanks so much, we will be back again. Regards Sharon
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
Fantastic property with loads of space. We loved the horses in the adjacent paddock. Beautiful views of Kiama township and the ocean down the valley. The house is very spacious with a huge dining table. Plenty of bathrooms and sofas to accommodate our large group. Highly recommended for families.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Leo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful location
Beautiful views. We were a group of 9 adults, but still had plenty of room to move. Well-equipped new kitchen, plus plenty of appliances. Lovely shady side lawn for picnic lunches or afternoon drinks beside the huge fig tree, Only downsides were the hardness of the beds and the BBQ is not gas fueled. Would recommend and stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Denise K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Kiama Christmas
We arrived at the cottage to find that it was a little neglected in terms of cleanliness and maintenance. None of the outside lights worked and in two bedrooms no lights worked so we had to rely on the lamps for lighting. There were well established cobwebs outside and in the house(which was dusty too), with Daddy long legs spiders in every room and we found socks, tissues and dog hairs from previous visitors in the bedrooms. The kitchen was lovely and well equipped . Outside we had to pick up lots of animal dirt off the lawn before we could allow the children to go on it. Beside the first shed a glass door was laid and a large disused weedkiller container left on the ground. The outdoor table and bench was unusable with a plank on the wooden table sticking up and rot in the benches. The red and yellow bins were 3/4 full when we arrived so after two days we had nowhere to put the rubbish and by day 3 the smell of the septic tank would be apparent on an afternoon so we found it hard to enjoy the coastal breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnulfo Jr T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic Cottage
I liked communicating with Bruce even if have not me him personnaly.. he seems to be very accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious
What a gorgeous place to stay. A beautiful house in a Really beautiful location. Gorgeous views. Ample parking. Well equipped kitchen with enough to cater adequately for a full house of guests. Will be back. Loved it. Note: the main bathroom has a bath with a hand shower. So some of us showered in the bedroom ensuites. And if you sleep with the windows open you will hear the freeway.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend
School girls catching up for a weekend of shopping & fun. Great indoor fire kept the house nice & warm, well suited for 4-5 couples, plenty of room. & well equipped kitchen. Would of been helpful to have a broom to sweep the floors, this would be the only criticism as it wasn’t provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Morgan J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing timber home with fabulous views
This property is a very well kept secret. The house was equipped with everything you need. The many rooms and bathrooms accommodated a large group with ease. I would highly recommend this property for a group that want to feel like they are in the country but close to the town. My only thought and not at all a negative suggestion is the beds were hard. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We loved the property. We were a little disappointed that the little things were missing... no wood for the fireplace or for the fire pit, no milk for a cuppa, no tea bags, sugar in a broken bag in top cupboard. Just the small things that make arriving easier.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Faye L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiama
Excellent position and room for our family and friends get together. Safety lock for key was very hard to open. Door from bedroom to ensuite in lower front bedroom needs fixing. Need a few instructions re where firewood is and how to work TV. We couldn't get it to work but it was a very wet weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot in Kiama!
We loved the house, the property, the view! Was ideal for our family catch up - plenty of room for everyone and great location. Feel of acreage 5 mins from shops … and did I mention the view!! Worth a stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect for larger families
Beautiful property. Lots of room for larger families especially of all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Red Cedar Cottage
Good location, lucky with the sunshine and good for large family group.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gongdao Zhang

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Languages:

English, Chinese (Mandarin)

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests