St. Raphael

Over a century ago, Leura was the site of several large residences built by various orders of nuns on prime sights on the crest of the Leura hill. One of these, St Raphael (circa 1902) remains.  It is a former convent and local landmark. Today it boasts three elegant, self-contained holiday accommodations set in a 6000sq. metre private estate with a rambling Sorenson garden and views to Sydney.

Elegant self-contained accommodation with stylish new renovations, superior furnishings, fittings and linen.

The Convent, The Chapel and Priest's Cottage are totally separate accommodations with no common walls. Each has its own private entry, outdoor seating area and adjacent parking, all stunningly set among rambling Sorenson designed gardens on a 6000 sq. metre private estate atop the hill, central Leura.

Features:

•     stylishly renovated and refurbished
•     quality furniture and fittings
•     new bathrooms with generous corner spa baths (The Chapel & Convent)
•     hairdryers and bathroom products range
•     modern kitchen facilities (Kitchenette in The Priest's Cottage)
•     complimentary tea, coffee, milk and sugar
•     quality linen and bedding with electric blankets
•     large screen plasma/LCD TV's and Blue-Ray DVD players with USB dock
•     free to air TV channels and DVD library
•     heating is generous and efficient, and under guests' control
•     ironing facilities and access to guests' laundry (washing products complimentary)
•     highchair and porta cot (own linen required) available FOC

St Raphael, with its amazing 270 degree views, is centrally located, just a leisurely 5 minute stroll (300 metres) to the heart of the charming Leura village, with its 20+ Cafes, coffee-shops, delis and restaurant venues, a Woolworths supermarket, a tempting variety of contemporary and quaint boutique shopping and art and craft galleries.

St Raphael is a short 5 minute walk from Leura Train Station. If driving up the mountains from Sydney, turn off the Great Western Highway at the Leura Mall exit. At the roundabout, turn right onto Leura Mall. Take the first right onto Britain Street. Continue straight ahead, over the pedestrian crossing and you will find St. Raphael on the north (left) side of the street.