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

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8.8Excellent
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"The location was really convenient, with easy access to transport as well as nearby shops and entertainment.The property mostly matched the description. It’s an older-style home, so a bit dated in pla..."
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12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

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.

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

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

8.8 / 10
Excellent(3 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
The location was really convenient, with easy access to transport as well as nearby shops and entertainment.The property mostly matched the description. It’s an older-style home, so a bit dated in places, but that wasn’t an issue for us. One thing to note is that one of the bedrooms is positioned above the garage, which may not suit everyone depending on your needs.Overall, the place was clean and comfortable. The only downside was the outdoor area, where there was occasionally a noticeable smell from an open wastewater grate.Check-in was smooth, and the host was great to deal with, even allowing us to check in early which we really appreciated.The price felt slightly on the higher side, but in line with similar properties in the area.Overall, a solid stay in a great location with a helpful host.
6 / 10Average·Jan 2026
Pros: House had a lovely old meets some modern charm.Beds beautifully comfortably. Pool was clean and great for kids. Host was polite and friendly and walked through issues.Issues: Plates and mugs were extremely dirty, like someone used mugs for coffee and only rinsed it, so had to wash all dishes and cultery before use.Some issues with garage door which was not relayed in instructions provided but host walked through as best as he could.Recommdations and ideas: need some cooking and baking trays for bbq, oven and grill as none available for large group staying. Gas lighter needs filling as empty. Advertised for up to 12 but not enough room inside to sit on during extremely hot day. Kitchen's dish towels not absorbent- cotton ones highly recommended, we had use paper towel which was not ideal.Low on garage bagsMissing toilettries downstairs bathroom, would be great to maybe provide faces washes aswell.Hand soap in bathrooms needs topping upNeed more dish tablets soonFan not working in middle bedroom upstairs and please check air con as setting was set to cold but it never cooled room.Cleaning equipment would be great to have all together. Mop/bucket, broom, dustpan and brush with floor cleaner put in one area please.Instructions need updating as some points are now obsolete.Thank you

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Family Retreat: Sydney Harbour, The Star | Pool + Games?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.