Shepton House is a historic, character filled, sandstone retreat in the heart of Katoomba. It is conveniently located within easy walking distance (10-15 mins) of major Blue Mountains tourist attractions, including Scenic World, Katoomba Falls, walking trails and the Three Sisters. Katoomba train station, shops, restaurants, bars, coffee spots, cafes, bakeries and art galleries are also close by (see our Guidebook accompanying this listing for ideas). The ideal getaway whatever the time of year!
The space
Shepton House is perfect for groups of friends, families and couples.
It is a heritage-listed, four bedroom, two bathroom, sandstone home full of character and charm. Original features include sandstone walls in the casual living area and downstairs queen bedroom, stained glass windows and kauri pine floors. The furniture is a timeless mix of vintage and new.
Shepton House includes:
Four bedrooms (sleeps 8) all with quality bedding and electric blankets:
Bedroom One: 1 x King bed, decorative fireplace
Bedroom Two: 1 x Queen bed located downstairs (all other bedrooms are upstairs) with French doors opening to the back garden. The second bathroom is also downstairs.
Bedroom Three: 1 x Double bed, decorative fireplace, and opens to the front garden
Bedroom Four: 1x Queen bed
Heating/cooling: Air conditioned throughout (heating and cooling). There is also a gas Jetmaster fireplace in the formal lounge room and cozy wood burning fire in the eat-in kitchen (in the cooler months we provide a complimentary small supply of wood to get you started).
Fully equipped eat-in kitchen (including fridge, oven, cooktop, dishwasher, microwave and a Nespresso machine with starter coffee pods).
We also supply cooking basics such as olive oil and spices. Help yourself to fresh bay leaf and rosemary from the garden.
Two bathrooms (the main is upstairs and there is another downstairs). The main/upstairs bathroom has underfloor heating/and a bath. Heated towel rails in both bathrooms. Towels and high quality toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body and hand wash) are supplied.
Two generous, art filled lounge rooms (the formal lounge includes a marble fireplace with a working Jetmaster fire); there is a 55" Samsung Serif Smart TV with Netflix, Stan and free to air streaming (it also supports Apple AirPlay and Google Chromecast) in the casual lounge room.
Formal dining room (adjoins the formal lounge room) with decorative stained glass windows.
Generous back garden with fire pit and outdoor dining table.
Internal laundry with sink and combined washer/dryer.
Getting Around:
In addition, to being within easy, walking distance of many of the Blue Mountains most popular tourist attractions, it is also conveniently located near a Blue Mountains Hop On Hop Off Explorer bus stop (stop 15).
There is free parking on the street.
It is a quick 3 minute car ride to the train station and Katoomba high street, or if you prefer you can walk to/from Shepton House.
About Shepton House:
Shepton House was built in 1904 by Percival and Edith Hammon, whose son went on to create Scenic World, one of the Blue Mountains major tourist attractions. It was named 'Shepton' after Edith's birthplace in England. Rumour has it that the sandstone used to build it came from the nearby Carrington Hotel.
You can follow our journey on insta @ shepton_house
Special Occasions:
For something special, let us know if you would like a recommendation for a massage therapist to visit your small group during your stay; a private chef to come to Shepton House to cook for you; or where to order fresh graze boxes, ready made meals, platters or boards (subject to availability).
If you’re visiting during the school holidays and are looking for creative bush adventures for the kids (age 5 to teens) check out the school holiday programs offered by Wild Ground Creative Adventures.
Guest access
Guests have access to the entire house and garden.
Registration Details
PID-STRA-75470
