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Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment

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A room with a large window overlooking a residential area with palm trees and a red-roofed building.
A beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear sky, and the sun setting over the horizon.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a glass-top dining table with four chairs, and two abstract paintings on the wall.
A living room with a black leather chair, a black leather sofa, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of greenery.
A compact kitchen with a window, white cabinets, a gas stove, and a fire extinguisher.

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The current price is NZ$445
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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Manly, NSW
  • Place, Manly Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Manly Wharf
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Harbour National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Sydney

At this apartment you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Manly Beach and Manly Wharf.

What's nearby

  • South Steyne Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manly Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Manly Wharf - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sydney Harbour National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shelly Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney St Leonards Station - 15 min drive
  • Edgecliff Station - 20 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Roast Office - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fishmongers Manly - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Bower Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Manly Fish Market & Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Little Legends - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment

Top-Floor Manly Sanctuary with Stunning Harbour and City Views

- Enjoy panoramic harbour and city views from the gorgeous apartment
- Open plan light filled living and dining bathed with sunshine, capturing magnificent sunsets
- Charming, cosy and airy home
- Just a 11 min walk to Manly Wharf for a 20 minute scenic ferry ride to the city, 12 min walk to the beaches, and footsteps to North Head National Park, cafes and shops
- Perfect for holiday, weekend getaways, or business trips

Your private retreat is a cosy and quiet room within a luxurious top floor Art Deco apartment with spectacular harbour views in Manly's prestigious Eastern Hill. A leisurely stroll takes you to the golden sands of Manly beach, the ferries, vibrant shops and cafes, and nearby Northern Beaches, this wonderful gem is all about convenience and lifestyle.

Your Exclusive Private Room:
- Beautiful and peaceful bedroom with a comfortable double bed
- A dedicated workspace with a table, chair and electrical outlets
- Stylish clothes rack with hangers to keep your clothes neat and tidy
- Portable fan

Shared Spaces & Amenities:
- Bright and spacious living & dining room bathed in northerly sun, with a ceiling fan and Samsung smart TV which you can connect to your streaming accounts
- Sunroom with breathtaking views, gazing ocean and harbour glimpses, city skyline and jaw-dropping sunsets
- Equipped kitchen with a fridge, freezer, microwave, stove, pot and pan, for guests staying more than 1 night. Access to basic cutlery and a kettle for all guests
- Cute bathroom with bathtub and rainfall shower
- Free, unlimited Wifi throughout the property

Guest access

Check-in

- Guests can enjoy a seamless, smooth self check-in through a digital smart lock.
- Early check-in/Late check-out is not a service, but please ask politely if needed and I'll try my best to accommodate if possible at extra cost.

Access

Perfectly located just above the bustle in one of Manly's most sought after position, this unique apartment is on the top floor (up 2 flights of stairs on the second floor) along a steep hill of Darley Road. No lift is on site.

Parking

There's free street parking in front of the building. This is available for 2 hrs between 8am and 10pm, and no time restriction beyond these times, on a first come first serve basis. Limited parking is throughout Manly so please allow extra time to find a parking spot.

Transport

- Car : 3 mins from Manly Beach, 7 mins to North Head National Park for the famous lookouts and Fairfax Walk, 1 hour from the airport
- Ferry : Experience the scenic 20-min ride to the city, with spectacular ocean views of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge
- Bus : To Sydney CBD, neighbouring Northern Beaches, Warringah Mall Westfield Shopping Centre, Chatswood, etc.

During your stay

Feel free to decide how much interaction you prefer -- I'll respect your privacy if you'd like a quiet stay, but I'm more than happy to share my love for Manly with you and answer any questions.

Other things to note
Rules

Kitchen Access

- Access to kitchen is available for guests staying more than 1 night as I don't charge a cleaning fee, but all guests are welcomed to use basic cutlery and the kettle
- No access to the oven and dishwashing machine is available, except for drying your dishes in the dish washer.
- Please wash your dishes after dining.
- Food in the fridge and pantry staples are not for guest use and must not be accessed.

Smoking

Strictly no smoking, vaping or e-cigarette on premises and within all common areas of the apartment building.

Visitors

Guests are not allowed to bring visitors into the home.

Eating, Drinking & Partying

- This home is for conscious, calm and thoughtful living. While lighting drinking is allowed, the place is not a party house and is generally alcohol-free.
- Please do not consume any food inside your room. You're welcome to dine in the dining area.

Quiet hours

- It would be greatly appreciated if you can keep your voice down between 9pm and 9am. - While we'd like you to make yourself at home, please respect our neighbours and do not create excessive noise inside the apartment and within all common areas of the apartment building.

Pets

Pets are not allowed in the property.

Personal items

- All household items not described in the listing are not for consumption and must not be accessed during your stay.
- It is not permitted to remove any household items -- including pantry staples, cleaning products, and toiletries.
- Please bring your own toothbrush and toothpaste as they will not be provided.

Laundry Access

No access to laundry facilities is available, but there are multiple laundromats around. The closest laundromat is only a 1 min walk around the corner.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-80298, 2095

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment?

Yep, Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment is a short 7-minute walk from Manly Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment on 2 Oct 2026 start from NZ$445, including 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.

Does Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment?

No, Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Harbour View Manly Retreat | Private Room in Homestay Apartment?

No, pets are not allowed.

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