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Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games

Waterfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, foosball, books, stereo
Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Entire home

225 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Pyrmont, NSW
  • Place, Star Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in Pyrmont, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Star Casino and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like International Convention Centre Sydney. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Star Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Circular Quay - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • White Bay Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quick Brown Fox Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sokyo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Antidote - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Souks Mediterranean Street Food - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wok Station - ‬2 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.

Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games

Experience the ultimate Sydney group escape! Unwind in your private pool, enjoy a BBQ, and play games with friends. With 5 queen beds and 3 bathrooms, the home sleeps 10 comfortably. Located just moments from Darling Harbour, The Star, and lively cafes, it’s the perfect blend of comfort, fun, and convenience. Your unforgettable city getaway starts now!

Escape to Pyrmont/Darling Harbour — Country Charm Meets City Living

Discover Country in City — a unique 5-bedroom retreat that blends French country style with modern luxury in the heart of Pyrmont. Perfect for families and groups, this spacious vintage-inspired haven offers a private teen suite, a sparkling pool, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen for unforgettable gatherings.

Step outside and you’re moments from The Star, Darling Harbour, and Sydney’s top dining and attractions — then return to your private oasis to relax and recharge.

✨ What You’ll Love:

5 Bedrooms: Each with a plush queen bed for ultimate comfort.

Private Teen Retreat: Separate 5th bedroom with ensuite and private key for added independence.

Poolside Outdoor Kitchen: Entertain with a bar fridge, BBQ, foosball table, and kids’ games.

Garage Parking: Secure and convenient.

Sparkling Pool: Take a refreshing dip day or night under pool lights and the stars.

Sleeping Arrangements:
5 Queen Beds + 2 Queen Air Mattresses (comfortable and convenient).
Fresh linen and towels provided.

Fully Equipped Kitchen:
Gas cooktop, blender, dishwasher, rice cooker, coffee maker/French press, tea & condiments — everything you need to cook up a storm.

Entertainment:

2x 75" Ultra HD TVs (Netflix, Prime)

1x 85" Ultra HD TV (Netflix, Prime, Disney+)

High-Speed NBN Wi-Fi (100Mbps) + Portable Wi-Fi

Board Games: Monopoly, Jumanji, Scrabble, Chess, UNO, Jenga

Bathrooms:
Main bathroom stocked with essentials: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shower caps, razors, hairdryer. Ensuite bathroom in the Teen Retreat.

Laundry:
Washer, dryer, and laundry powder provided.

Outdoor Space:
Relax by the pool, fire up the BBQ in the outdoor kitchen, or lounge in the garden.

Prime Location:

Darling Harbour: 10 min walk (0.8 km)

The Star Casino: 5 min walk (0.4 km)

Pyrmont Bridge: 11 min walk (0.9 km)

Fish Market: 9 min walk (0.7 km)

Barangaroo Reserve: 18 min walk (1.4 km)

Sydney CBD: 25 min walk / 10 min light rail

Sydney Airport: 18 min drive (11.6 km)

Explore vibrant cafes, shops, and local attractions all within walking distance — then unwind in a peaceful retreat that feels like a countryside escape in the middle of the city.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 225 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
-Check-In: Self-check-in via guidebook (sent before arrival). - Keys: Don’t lock bedrooms ($150 fee). Teen Retreat key loss = $70. Garage remote loss = $450. - NSW Code: Follow short-term stay rules.
⏰ Times: In after 3PM / Out by 10AM. Early/late = $150/hr. 👥 Guests: Only approved guests. Unapproved = $300/person/night. 🎉 Noise/Parties: No parties. Quiet hours 10PM–8AM.
🚭 No Smoking: $200 fee. 🗑️ Trash: Sort waste properly. Food in recycling = $50 fine. 🔒 Check-Out: Wash dishes, remove trash, turn off appliances, lock up.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Check-In: Self-check-in via guidebook (sent before arrival). Keys: Don’t lock bedrooms ($150 fee). Retreat key loss = $70. Garage remote loss = $450.
NSW Code: Must follow short-term stay rules. Times: In after 3PM / Out by 10AM. Early/late = $150/hr. Unapproved guests = $300/person/night.
No parties. Quiet hours 10PM–8AM No Smoking: $200 fee. Trash: Sort waste properly. Food in recycling = $50 fine.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number 2009, PID-STRA-69894

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Pyrmont within a short 3-minute walk of Star Casino and also 12 minutes on foot from SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. You'll also find Sydney Town Hall and Sydney Tower Eye less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games?

As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games on Oct 13, 2025 start from $167.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games a good place to stay for couples?

This waterfront vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, private pools in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 7.2 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games?

Yes, every accommodation at Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games comes with a deck.

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