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A staircase leading to a balcony with a blue-striped mat, two wicker chairs, and a white sofa. - Kookaburra down (Coogee)
A cozy bedroom with a bed, a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, a window, and a small kitchenette. - Kookaburra down (Coogee)
A spacious living room with a green sofa, a dining table with chairs, a coffee table, and a large rug. - Kookaburra down (Coogee)
A dining table with a white bowl in the center, flanked by two wooden chairs with carved legs, set against a textured white wall. - Kookaburra down (Coogee)
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a decorative wall with a painting and plants. - Kookaburra down (Coogee)
Kookaburra Down Under is set in a grand 1920's Coogee mansion and offers an eclectic studio apartment perfect for holidaying in Coogee. Enjoy the spacious walk-in bathroom, well-equipped kitchen with an espresso machine, hot plate and toaster, or unwind on the sun-drenched terrace overlooking Coogee Bay Road with water views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Kookaburra down

  • Kookaburra Down Under is situated in a grand 1920's Coogee mansion. The very spacious and eclectic studio apartment has just been renovated and offers guests a unique space to enjoy whilst holidaying in Coogee.

    The apt is approximately 60 sq metres and is surrounded in thick sandstone walls that have been hand rendered to replicate a Greek hideaway.

    Kookaburra Down Under offers a very comfortable king size bed with a cosy feathered mattress topper and feathered pillows.
    The king bed can be split into 2 long single beds offering a great space for friends who are travelling together.

    The walk in bathroom is spacious, easily accessible and designed to suit all age groups. Quality brass finishings with a marble basin are accentuated by a vintage sewing machine base and vintage designed tiles.

    The kitchen is well equipped for travellers who may want to have extended stays. There is an Espresso machine , hot plate , hot pot , toaster , sandwich maker , cookbooks , fridge and microwave and a well stocked pantry.
    Also within the apartment is a laundry with washing machine and second toilet.

    The location is perfect and is located only 2 minutes walk to the beach, shops
    , cafes and transport.

    A few steps outside and you are on a sun -drenched terrace with dining table and chairs. The terrace overlooks Coogee Bay Road so there are water views and it is a great spot for fireworks on New Years Eve. The terrace is shared with my family.

    Other outdoor space to enjoy is our award winning landscaped tropical garden at the rear of the building. The garden has large dining table and chairs along
    with a hot and cold outdoor shower.

    Our property is unique to Coogee. We live on the premises – directly above Kookaburra Down Under. It is perfect for guests who enjoy staying in unique spaces that offer comfort, are well designed and are reasonably priced.

    Please note Kookaburra Down Under is not suitable for young children.
    .........................We have a friendly family dog that lives on the premises...

    Kookaburra Down Under is 1 of 3 of our lovely and eclectic holiday rentals within the 1 large property.
    Our 3 properties are perfect for larger groups who want to holiday together.
    Kookaburra Down Under sleep 2
    Kookaburra Garden Room sleeps 2
    Kookaburra Beach House sleeps 4
    Please feel free to enquire if you have a larger family group
    And click on the links below for Coogee and if travelling to Noosa Queensland have a look at our lovely waterfront property

    Kookaburra Beach House Coogee 2 bed apt
    https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p9151059

    Kookaburra Down Under
    https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p9206432

    Kookaburra Garden Room
    https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p9185085

    Kookaburra On The Water
    https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p4884282

    Kookaburra Noosa
    https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p4944051




Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2034, PID-STRA-7445

We should mention

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

About the area

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Coogee, a neighbourhood in Sydney. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sydney Cricket Ground or Qudos Bank Arena. With snorkelling, sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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Coogee, NSW

What's nearby

  • A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore, a clear blue sky, and a distant town on a hill.
    Coogee Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A coastal area with clear turquoise water, rocky shorelines, and buildings on a hillside.
    Gordon's Bay
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A historic building with arched windows and a large lawn.
    University of New South Wales
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A coastal town with rocky cliffs and a pier.
    Clovelly Beach
    2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Royal Randwick Racecourse
    3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Bondi Junction Station
    4 min drive
  • Sydney Redfern Station
    8 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • X74
    8 min walk
  • Coogee Diggers
    4 min walk
  • Coogee Beach Club
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Flavour of North India
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kookaburra down pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kookaburra down ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kookaburra down ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kookaburra down ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kookaburra down located?

Located in Coogee, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Coogee Beach and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bondi Beach. Sydney Children's Hospital and Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Kookaburra down Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coogee stay

Had a great time at this studio apartment. It’s well kitted out with everything close by. Lots of walkable places to eat and great beach. It’s on a slight hill but very manageable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable accommodation, close to absolutely everything.

Tracy and Deyan are great hosts and have an eye for detail. The space is a generous size and very comfortable, fantastic shower, not even 5 mins walk from Coogee Beach. The area is very eclectic and has a myriad of dining options to suit all budgets, or just eat in at one of the gorgeous alfresco areas at your accommodation. Easy access to the city. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Just loved it , Great Place to stay great location . Very nice and genuine hosts, could not do enough for us. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

peter e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kookaburra down

What a lovely place to stay, Very comfortable and close to the beach, plenty of amenities 2 minutes down the road, including the local supermarket. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lekha A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Suited us perfectly

This is a comfortable space in a great location. It’s convenient to the beach, restaurants and public transport. Tracy and Deyan were wonderful hosts. Recommend the place highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Living the Beach Life

Three things make Kookaburra Down Under a standout. 1. The location so close to Coogee’s beach, ocean baths, restaurants and cafes. 2. The cool calm privacy of the large ground floor flat with its zoned lighting that spotlights spaces as if you had separate rooms. The flat’s whitewashed walls made me feel as if I was in a villa in the Greek isles. There is no view, 3. however you can use the brilliant deck, above the street level, for your outdoor space as well as a lush back garden. The deck is screened by palms, swept by ocean breezes; an outdoor living room w a glimpse of the sea and the chatter of local birds (rainbow lorikeets, I’m looking at you). It’s also a place to chat w your hosts and other guests which I appreciated as a solo traveler. Tracy is a laid back, responsive and helpful host who lives with her family on the floor above (you will hear footsteps - human and canine.) The flat’s kitchen is exceptionally well equipped w a good starter pantry. The bathroom is big enough to be a bedroom (as it once was) and for couples, the laundry has a second sink and toilet. I slept well in the huge king bed. The flat looks just like the photos but they don’t completely convey how very comfortable you will be here.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nobby K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little getaway

Beautiful studio in the heart of Coogee. The space is wonderfully designed and spacious, perfect for a company of two. Will definitely be booking again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, cute unit!

Excellent location. Once parked you don’t need your car; beach, cafes/restaurants, bars & supermarket are all within walking distance. Unit is well equipped with comfortable bed & pillows. Smart TV with Foxtel as well. My only disappointments was the parking and the noise from upstairs that filters through. You can hear wallking and the floorboards squeeking. You can also hear when they shower. With regard to parking, you have to park in certain streets that have all day parking on one side of road only, so we drove around in circles for 20mins then walked 300m with luggage. My suggestion would be to park across their driveway and unpack then go find parking. Then do the same when departing. Overall experience was enjoyable and owners were welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach Location

Enjoyed our stay at Coogee. We were out and about a lot of the time either going into Sydney or down at Coogee beach. Buses were handy and we could catch the Light rail into town from nearby Randwick. Accomodation was good for 2 people. The accomodation was quiet and well equipped and hosts were helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

From start to finish, Tracy and Deyan were quintessential hosts. Their cute studio apartment was perfect for our 8 nights in Sydney, a five-minute walk to Coogee Beach and transit. The apartment had everything we'd need and was very comfortable. We'll definitely stay again if they'll have us!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location is perfect but the small touches make it special

Beautifully decorated with original art n textured white walls that show it off, s one big room studio with several nooks that define spaces within spaces, all the utensils and extras one would put in if it were your own home including toiletries. Tracy lives upstairs and was instantly responsive to any questions or requests. This was our home for close to two weeks and will be again the next time we travel to Australia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Martin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well placed studio apartment.

A very well appointed and comfortable studio apartment near to the beach and shops. Host has thought of everything you need for a pleasant stay. Also benefits from use patio area for relaxing on.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

A little peace of Mediterranean heaven in Coogee, Well thought out apartment beautiful vanities and a shower to die for after a day on the beach which is 5 minute walk recommend it highly stage three days how do wonderful time
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol m.

Fabulous Stylish Apartment

Stayed here for one week.Great accommodation with everything you need. Everything is of great quality and it is great position for everything that you need when visiting lovely Coogee. The owners really make sure you are very comfortable and it's great place to relax
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

Beautiful property and cozy apartment

Kookaburra Down Under is a beautiful apartment ideally located near Coogee Beach. It was spotless and was equipped with all that we needed for our stay. Our host was prompt in her communications, gracious, and very welcoming. The apartment is also close to the major transit lines that allowed us to travel easily around beautiful Sydney. We would highly recommend Kookaburra Down Under for a stay in Sydney.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine P.

Perfect Coogee Hideaway

Great spot, comfortable clean and just moments from the beach and local restaurants. Thanks Tracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

PETER G.

Kookaburra Down Under

We stayed in the single bed apparent that was warm, homely, clean with a quirky design that beats a sterile hotel room any day. Close to all the action of Coogee. The owners are very friendly and welcoming.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy M.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026