Family-friendly vacation rentals in Hartley

Cozy Luxe | 1920s Cottage near Bathhouse & ZigZag

Welcome to Crabapple Cottage, your peaceful and private escape in the heart of Lithgow. Built in the 1920s and fully renovated, this charming two-bedroom home blends old-world character with modern comfort. Whether you’re after a quiet midweek break, working remotely, or exploring the area’s natural beauty, this is the ideal base. Walk to Lithgow’s shops and cafes or take a short drive to local attractions including Zig Zag Railway, Glow Worm Tunnels, Lake Lyell, and the Lost City walking track.

Oliver’s Hut - Hartley Huts

Hartley Huts, 2hrs from Sydney, entry is a 400m dirt driveway. Offers cosy & convenient retreat. A 20 min drive to Lithgow (closest town with shops) & the Blue Mountains. Amazing views, starry dark nights, communal fire pit and peaceful sounds of nature. With 3 beds accommodating 5, amenities include, toilet, shower. Kitchen equipped with kettle, toaster, air-fryer, electric fry pan, fridge, microwave and communal outdoor barbecue. Neighbours of Collits Inn, perfect for those attending weddings!

Bushy Retreat: cosy lower duplex in Mt Victoria

Cosy lower duplex in Mt Victoria. Large house with single retired women upstairs. Separate entry, very large bedroom, living room, bathroom and kitchen. Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, 2 min walk from beautiful lookout, bush walks and rock climbing. Wildlife on your doorstep, including birds, kangaroos and small marsupials. 20 minutes drive from Katoomba, 7 minutes from Blackheath. Access to cafe's, restaurants, Japanese bath house and traditional Finnish sauna.

Coomassie Studio: the charm of a historic property

This accommodation is ideal for those who prefer the rustic charm of a historic property over modern comforts. Warm and cosy in winter, the studio was once a purpose-built kitchen of a house built in 1888. Separate entrance. Recycled furniture, large bed, sofa, original fireplace and bathroom with shower cabin. Tiny veranda and a kitchenette, shared patio. NO KITCHEN. To use the fireplace, please BYO timber. For groups of 4 PLEASE CHECK OUR TINY COTTAGE next door.

Bespoke Straw Bale Studio

Slow down and switch off in this unique straw bale cottage at the top of the mountains. Get out in nature and wander to waterfalls and lookouts, or stay in to soak up the ambience and play board games by the fire. Guests often comment on the beautiful feeling of this earthy building - it is peaceful and warm, organic and snug. The softly curved, breathable walls of straw and earth will surround you and give you a natural Mountains getaway like no other.

Highfields Gatehouse

Enjoy a luxury stay at 'Highfields Gatehouse’, set amongst 5 acres of show gardens. Perfect for two couples wanting to relax and unwind in a unique setting. The property has expansive escarpment views, open fireplace, bath products, WIFI, 65” OLED TV, Netflix, Bose sound system, electric blankets, heaters and quality linen. The ‘show gardens’ include a picturesque walk amongst rare flowers, trees and a Japanese inspired pond.

Bonnie Blink House - Space, views and kangaroos!

Welcome to Bonnie Blink House in the village of Little Hartley. Your private farm house with six acres to enjoy. IG @bonnieblinkhouse Resident kangaroos, rabbits, ducks and loads of birds will keep you company. The perfect base to explore the Blue Mountains or just be away from the city in the quiet of the countryside, but with the convenience of being only 16 minutes drive from both Blackheath and Lithgow.

The Black Barn in Little Hartley NSW

*** Bookings for 2026 are now open *** *** Finalist in the Airbnb Host Awards 2023 for Best Design Stay *** Newly built, architecturally designed modern 'barn' in the scenic valley of Little Hartley, just under 2 hours drive from central Sydney. Expansive views of the Blue Mountains escarpments and the Great Dividing Range on a country farm setting.

Architectural Mountain Eco Pod

The Pod is a newly built, architecturally designed, ecologically sustainable rural luxury retreat for two. Nestled on a rural acreage in the rugged Blue Mountains between Hartley and Lithgow, this stunning studio has sweeping views of the majestic Hassans Walls. Just the place to relax, unwind and recharge.

Hereford House of Hartley Vale

Hereford House is a tastefully renovated self-contained three bedroom "Heritage Listed" cottage. Initially it was a semi-detached workers cottage built in the 1870's as accommodation for the employees of the Hartley Kerosene Oil & Paraffine Co.Ltd which was established in Hartley Vale on July 31st 1865.

Strawhouse - Straw Bale Home with Mountain Views

A modern straw bale home with beautiful views to Mount York and the Blue Mountains. The house is set on six acres with native plants, bush, fruit trees, wildlife and more. Located less than 2 hours from Sydney, Strawhouse is a unique escape and the perfect base to explore the Blue Mountains.

Quiet setting with valley views

Two bedroom house, sleeps 4: queen size bed, two single beds (can be combined for king). Fully equipped kitchen; refrigerator; electric stove; microwave oven; TV, DVD player; radio; CD player; washing machine & dryer; flued gas heating; air conditioner; BBQ.