The Cottage Ada - Charming - Walk Everywhere
About
The Cottage Ada circa 1875 is a charming family home in the inner city suburb of Cooks Hill. Sleeping 8 across 4 bedrooms, the cottage is the perfect place to retreat after exploring all that Newcastle has to offer. There is also free secure parking!
Good to know
The Cottage Ada is a mix of heritage, classic and quirky! Positioned just behind Darby Streets cafes, restaurants, boutiques and bars, you are able to walk almost everywhere throughout the inner city. Downstairs in the original house you will find the lounge room with Smart TV, leather lounge and gas heater. Large eat in kitchen with dishwasher, gas cooking, oversized bedroom with double bed and second bedroom with two king single beds. There is a bathroom with shower and laundry also on this level. Upstairs in the attic conversion there are two bedrooms. The larger room boasts a queen size bed, air conditioning and toilet room. The second room has a double bed and cute dormer window overlooking the street. The private courtyard has outdoor dining, deck with outdoor lounge and secure carport for one car. We provide our guests with WIFI, linen, towels, basic toiletries and cooking essentials. The beach, Newcastle CBD, parks, playgrounds, shops, restaurants and bars are all within walking distance to the cottage. Unfortunately we do not accept groups under 25 years old. Registration number PID-STRA-32258
Other Details to Note
Upstairs can get quite hot in the summer months, there is a reverse cycle air conditioner with a special wall exhaust fan and small cut out to help move the cold air between the bedrooms. All bedrooms have ceiling fans. Being double brick downstairs tends to stay cool and has fans and heaters. The Cottage Ada is almost 150 years old, the house has some original features and is not recently renovated. It has been freshly painted outside and in. There are signs of age and quirkiness throughout the property which are reflected in the price, however we pride ourselves on providing a clean property with quality furniture, linen and kitchenware. The Cottage has a 'Minut' noise monitoring system which monitors noise levels inside the house. The monitor does not record conversations it only measuring the decibels and alerts us if noise levels are unusually high.
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What this place offers
Amenities
Common
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dedicated workspace
- Dishes and silverware
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Hot Water
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
Common
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dedicated workspace
- Dishes and silverware
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Hot Water
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
Entertainment
- Sound system
Family
- Board games
- Fireplace guards
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
Home safety
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Laundromat nearby
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Free street parking
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
House rules
Accessibility
Neighborhood
Cooks Hill is situated just south of the Newcastle central business district and is known for its vibrant atmosphere and popular residential and commercial areas. Cooks Hill was established in the mid-19th century and has a rich historical background. The suburb’s name is derived from an Aboriginal phrase, “kukkaburra,” meaning “camping ground.” It was originally a working-class area with a mix of residential and industrial activities. Over the years, Cooks Hill has evolved into a highly sought-after suburb with a mix of architectural styles, ranging from charming cottages to modern townhouses and apartments. The suburb is known for its tree-lined streets, heritage-listed buildings, and a lively café and dining scene. It is also a short walk to Bar Beach and coastal walks.
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