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Reviews of Cosy mountain lake ski retreat, relaxation Scandinavian style

Cosy mountain lake ski retreat, relaxation Scandinavian style
Anglers Reach, NSW

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 163 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 163 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 163 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 163 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stuart D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trout trip
Great place to stay. Warm and cozy. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
Hi Stuart, thanks for the lovely review, glad you had a great stay. Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

ironbark v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to the mountains
We stayed at the Finnish Cottage as we wanted to visit the Snowy Mountains in autumn- it was a great place to have as a base. Loved the sauna and fireplace and the locality.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
Hi Gill, thanks for the lovely review and for staying with us again. Kind regards, Alex

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anglers reach
Great location. Fantastic pizza oven. We have stayed here before so we came prepared. Cooked pizza, slow cooked brisket, crispy, skin pork, pumpkin soup. The sauna was great. Love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2024
Hi David, Great to have you back again. I need you to tell me how you do the pork and brisket in the wood oven. My mouth is watering!! Best wishes Alex

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, loved the spa
Lovely home with character. Super convenient with two bathrooms and loved the spa, now I want one at home! Will definitely come back next time we want a group stay for fishing in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2024
Hi Jen, Thanks for the lovely review- we agree the sauna is great!! Look forward to seeing you again. For some fishing. Alex

6/10 Okay

Dayle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisette P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
We arrived just after sunset. The last 100 meters to the house we were welcomed by many grey Kangaroos and some wallabies. Every morning and evening they came in our back- and frontyard. We loved this Finnish house and it's sauna. In the evening sitting on the deck gazing at the stars and sipping some wine of playing a game inside the house. Lot to explore in the area. My children, who live in Australia are allredy making plans to come back some day. And maybe I will too. Thank you Alex for letting us stay in your beautiful home. Sander, Sophie, Lisette and little mouse (puppy dog)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2024
Dear Lisette, Thank you for your lovely review, I’m so glad you enjoyed the house, hopefully it reminded you of home! We look forward to seeing your family again. Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage in the Snowy Mountains
This 2BR retro cottage has lots of room and all the amenities you need. The sauna was an added bonus after a busy day of walking in the Snowy Mountains. Thanks :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

C K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Finnish house surrounded by kangaroos
We loved the coziness of the house, the quiet and a little remote location yet accessible to conveniences. It gave us the solitude that is much needed in busy life which connects our family better. We enjoyed the sunsets, the lake, watching the Milky Way, the curious kangaroos, and of course the Finnishness of the house. Other than the kangaroos, it felt similar to our experience staying in Lapland.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
Dear Carmen, thank you for the lovely review. We agree it is a great place to slow down (and experience a little bit of Finland! :) Regards Alex

8/10 Good

greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene getaway
This property offers a tranquil setting in a small village within a beautiful location. It’s a comfortable house with good accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
Hi Greg, thank you for the lovely review, glad you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Alex

8/10 Good

Geraldine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and spacious
Our stay at the Finnish cabin was very comfortable. We enjoyed the beautiful wood fire, forest outlook, learning about the local history and visiting some of the amazing Yarrongabily caves.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
Dear Geraldine, thank you for choosing to spend Christmas with us! We agree it is a beautiful area and the caves and thermal pools are a treasure. Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay
The house has a great vibe and a perfect layout. We really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
Hi Michelle, thank you for the lovely review. Glad you enjoyed seeing in a new year in the mountains! Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff Accomadation
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
Dear Elizabeth, thank you for choosing to stay with us for your artist retreat! Please let us know when your studio is ready for visitors! Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Ruth A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend away
We had a great time in the Finnish Cabin. It was clean and well presented and located in a beautiful setting and the indoor oven was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful sanctuary
This was our second stay and it was just as good as the first. We loved the sauna and made great use of the pizza oven, which is such fun to use. We've already booked in for next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Dear Cindy-Lou, thanks for the lovely review and for staying with us again - see you next year! Cheers Alex

8/10 Good

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very quiet, peaceful and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little winter getaway
We really enjoyed our stay here. It had everything we needed for our family ski trip and the sauna and pizza oven were a nice bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Hi Robert, so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for staying with us. Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kristy
Once again we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cabin. We enjoyed fishing in the lake, and it was an easy drive to Perisher to see the snow. This is by far my favourite accommodation in the region and we can’t wait to go back again. Thanks Alex!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Dear Kristy, Thank you for another lovely review! I’m sorry you didn’t have snow closer to home. :( , but so pleased you made the most of your visit. Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday
This place is at a great location and offers lots of benefits for a winter ski trip that all fully function such as the fire, sauna and pizza oven - which our whole family enjoyed. The house is spacious but cosy for our family, comfortably fitting a family of 5.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Hi Jacob, Thank you for the lovely review. I’m glad you enjoyed all that the house and region has to offer. Regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cosy. Comfortable beds. Great pizza oven and fire. Sauna was fantastic. Wildlife everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
Lovely place in as convenient a location as it gets in the area. Great communication from the owner. Couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Dear Christian, thanks for staying with us and for the lovely review! Regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
The house was perfect for our group. Loved the Sauna and the fire place. Check in was easy. Plenty of kitchen equipment which alot of places don't have. I'd certainly stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Linda, Thanks for the lovely review, we look forward to seeing you again! Regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Simon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anglers reach Finnish house
Very good home nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Hi Simon, thank you for your review, we are very lucky to have wonderful caretakers who care for the house like it is their own. Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cosy home
Lovely house with ample room and lots of natural light. We stayed in winter, and the fire had been lit before we arrived so the entire house was toasty warm. The bathrooms look newly renovated and are super clean. The kitchen has everything we needed and it was clean and well organised. The beds even had flannelette sheets making them toasty, and there are plenty of spare blankets in the cupboard should you need them (we didn't). I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Dear Danielle, thank you - what a wonderful review! The flannelette sheets are a new addition - glad they made your visit extra toasty! Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Ifty S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
We recently had the pleasure of staying at this incredible property through Stayz, and I must say, it was an absolute delight! First and foremost, the location is absolutely stunning. Nestled amidst nature's embrace, this hidden gem offers a serene and peaceful retreat short drives away from the snowy mountains. The breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains from the lake were gorgeous. The property itself was immaculate and beautifully designed, showcasing a perfect blend of comfort and style with a country cottage feel. Every aspect of the space exuded warmth, making us feel right at home. My only criticism would be that the stove was a little temperamental and the WiFi was unfortunately not working (which actually made the kids find other ways to entertain themselves and even explore the natural surroundings of the property 😊) Thank you to the hosts for making out stay comfortable and providing beautiful and clean home to embrace us from the wintery cold
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Hi Ifty, Thank you for that wonderful review. Thanks for the advice about the wifi and oven we will check that. I hope the kids enjoyed their digital detox! Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Xiao-Xiao K.

Such a lovely stay, Alex was a gem!
We really enjoyed our stay. The fire was so warm and Alex supplied plenty wood and logs. The pizza/sauna looked great, sadly we didn’t have time to try them. The only complaint is that the cleanliness could be slightly improved (perhaps some of the dishes and blankets). Alex is a wonderful host, answered all of our nagging questions and gave some super helpful tips about skiing at Selwyn!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
Hi Xiao-Xiao, Thank you for your review, I glad you enjoyed your stay and were nice and warm. Thank you for letting me know about the dishes and blankets. I’m sure it was just an oversight and I’m sure our caretakers will follow up immediately. Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Fiona D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy winter stay
We had such a great time. The cabin was lovely and warm and roomy for all of us. A great location for Selwyn.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
Hi Fiona, So happy to hear you had a great time! Thanks for staying with us. Kind regards Alex

10/10 Excellent

Vicki V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love that it was so quite. It is a nice place to get away and clear your head.
Over all loved the place. The only down side we had was, we were hoping it would have snowed well we were there. the day we left it snow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
So fun!
Another amazing stay! This time we spent time at Perisher and also at the caves, which were both an easy drive away and enjoyed by all the family. Snow at the cabin too! So great!! Thanks Alex :0)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We normally rent cabins at the park down the road. For similar money you get much more space with this property. It was perfect for the four of us, plenty of room. The home was very clean and well presented. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We will book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great budget family stay for a snowys trip
We had an enjoyable stay for our ski trip away from the crowds. Anglers reach is a quiet village and we woke up to some snow on the morning we checked out. The house had everything we needed for our trip and we absolutley loved the sauna.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2021
Hi Amanda, thank you for staying with us. Glad you made the most of the sauna! Alex

10/10 Excellent

Giulia O.

Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful.
We had a lovely relaxing time in front of the fire. Playing games and reading books.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Nadine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and cozy
This is one of the most comfortable and best trip I had this year, and one of the best sleeps I have ever had in my life. I stayed in good hotels before, but it was the coziness of this place, comfortable beds, and warmth in winter that brought our experience to the next level. Everything we needed in our stay was here. The only issue we had was the proximity of this place from snow resorts. It would've been perfect if Mt. Selwyn was open. Given the chance, we'll stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2021
Hi Mary, thank you for the lovely review. We hope you’ll be back when Selwyn opens next year! Alex

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing accomodation
Great location for those who like to fish off the bank, also close to shops and the portal.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Once again staying at this property was a fantastic way to welcome the winter. The fire was lit for our arrival and the whole stay was warm and relaxing. We can’t wait to return. Thanks Alex!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
This lovely cottage instantly makes you feel 'at home'. One bedroom had an ensuite queen size bed, extremely comfortable. Bedroom two Bunk beds and a QS bed (Also very comfortable), great selection of pillows. Sauna, laundry, second bathroom, pizza oven, lounge with slow combustion fire with plenty of pre cut wood, well equipped kitchen. Just need to bring your own sheets, towels and food. We will definitely rebook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2021
Hi Mark, thank you for the lovely review. Glad you enjoyed your visit! Regards, Alex

10/10 Excellent

Lia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful
Stunning cabin, Perfect location, beautiful hosts and caretakers! 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time out
Relaxing cozy and easy

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our 2021 Trip
We stayed for three nights and enjoyed our stay. Most notably was on arrival we were greeted by the warmth of the pre-lighted fire. Thanks and hope you found your gift. Looking forward to next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2021
Thanks Luke! I’ll have to ask the caretakers about the gift! Much appreciated. Alex

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Will definitely be back again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house in the perfect location
We once again we had an amazing weekend spent in the Finnish House. Super clean, comfortable and a beautiful surprise to arrive to a roaring fire that had been set up for us. Alex and the caretakers could not be any more friendly and accommodating. Can’t wait to go back :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed. Thank you
Just what we were looking for. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable stay
Heating makes it very easy to book in future. Has everything you need and more. All facilities work and are sensible
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Idris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Trip
beautiful house in a nice location. perfect for a relaxing fishing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

SHELLY A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Finnish cottage bliss by the lake
My second stay here and I love this lovely cottage :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2021
Hi Shelly,

10/10 Excellent

Hayden H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
We spent the majority of time out fishing on the lake and at the end of the day this house was a pleasure to return to. Everything needed to rest and recuperate, the fire kept us warm and amenities comfortable and clean.

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Loved our stay. House was spotlessly clean when we arrived. Back part of the house has lots of glass so warms up nicely during the day and is lovely spot for reading or looking at the wildlife. Fireplace kept the house warm at night. Double glazing on the windows helped with the quiet cosy feel. Beds were the best of our whole 2 week trip. Kitchen and bathrooms were both modern. Would go back tomorrow.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2021
Hi Kara, Thank you for the lovely review! Regards Alex

8/10 Good

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location. Has all necessary utensils etc as well as comfortable best.
Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cabin
Love visiting the Finnish Cabin. So cosy and family friendly. Will be back again. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent cabin
Excellent, clean, nice fire place, great sauna. Close to national park.

8/10 Good

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was better than we imagined. It was clean , cosy , so well equipped.
Loved the warm cosy cabin and location. Hope to return again soon with friends or family. Would and will recommend it to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021