A unique property with Breathtaking Escarpment Views....moments from the 3 Sisters, Echo Point.
The view is better than any lookout!
The perfect Couple's retreat. Celebrate your love with a romantic sunrise and a glass of champagne on your private deck.
Guests love the convenient location central to everything including Echo Point Information Centre * 5 major bushwalks * Fine Dining * Cafes *Katoomba shops & train station.
* Sterling Manor is the ground floor apartment of this two storey country manor with jaw dropping views from the diningroom and newly renovated kitchen in April 2024.
* This large house has been converted into 2 beautifully styled holiday apartments
and 1 studio to the side... for all to enjoy.
* Each has a private entry and rear courtyard/deck to take in the view.
Your grey deck is not shared.
This is a retreat where couples or friends come to recharge and relax.
Children from 14yrs + with adult supervision are welcome.
Bedroom Configurations
Bedroom 1:
* A double bedroom with Queen bed
* Eclectic mirrored wall.
* Original 1970's Axminster carpet
* Main beds fitted with electric blankets
* The rooms are warm in winter - heated with hydronic heating.
Bedroom 2:
(situated in lounge room)
* Queen bed
* Single ottoman sofa bed.
* 2 lounges
* Glass coffee table
* Large quartz crystal
* Bookshelf with books, cards, board games
Dining Room
* Spectacular views
* Dining table
* Sofa bed/lounge
* Smart TV - Netflix
Sterling Manor has it's own ambiance and a peaceful vibe, helping you to relax and feel at home. Sit back and be mezmerised by the colours and silhouettes as they dance across the escarpment.
KITCHEN
* Large galley kitchen
* Dishwasher, microwave, ceramic
cook top, electric oven
* 450L Fridge.
* Staple items in the pantry -
Cooking Oil, Condiments, Herbs
* Complimentary Tea, coffee sachets and coffee pods and UHT milk to start you off.
The view over the valley is far closer than the view from The Hydro Majestic and Lilianfels with more space..... you're in for a real treat!
BATHROOM
Being a period1950's home, it has only one bathroom.
* The art deco bathroom has a deep bathtub, with shower in the tub and heating in winter.
ACCESS
* Private side entrance to the right side of the house.
* Self checkin lock box located beside your entrance door with contactless entry from 3pm.
YOUR GREY DECK
* The grey deck is your own designated area with comfortable outdoor furniture.
Not a shared space.
* The outdoor courtyard and gardens are the only shared area where you may meet guests from around the world, so please say hello as you would in a bed and breakfast.
* We offer off street parking for 1 car. We may have a spare
E Permit for an extra car on the day. Please enquire or you can park in Martin Street, a 5 min walk from the house for free.
There is metered parking in the street as we are in the Echo Point Precinct.
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A Property with a 50 YEAR HISTORY
Previously owned by Richard Sterling, well known Australian Astrologer and his wife Joy, opened the gardens and home to many charities over the years and would often entertain guests and Australian personalities - Don Lane, Burt & Patty Newton, Ita Buttrose, Editor of the Australian Women's Weekly, on his grand piano.
Richard went on to become Australia’s most celebrated Astrologer with his own Television show - “ It’s in the Stars” during the 60’s.
THE GARDENS:
You will absolutely be enchanted by exploring this garden especially in Spring when it comes alive with blossoms. Guests enjoy looking for their sun sign.
Guests come here to rest, recharge and connect with nature walks.
We hope you too feel the love of this unique 1950's character property.