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Reviews of Kiama Dream – Absolute Waterfront | Panoramic Ocean Views | Large Groups

Kiama Dream – Absolute Waterfront | Panoramic Ocean Views | Large Groups
Kiama, NSW

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home away from home
Perfect situation overlooking the sea between two good beaches. Lovely views from the top verandah. Bags of space in upstairs kitchen to prepare a big family pre Christmas dinner
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Enormous house. Couldn't be in a better spot on the headland for watching the ocean (hundreds of dolphins) and a 15 minute walk or two minute drive to two wonderful beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Beautiful views great house for girl’s weekend. Would come back again 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loc D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short getaway
Could not fault anything. AAAA++++ Very open and easy communication. House was very clean. Bed comfortable in every room comfortable. View was picturesque. This house was bigger than we expected and is situated in a quiet neighbourhood. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view and very spacious, oddly furnished
House was in a great location and had plenty of rooms. So much space and many bedrooms and bathrooms for a group of friends in town for a wedding. The living space didn’t have enough seating and the beds were incredibly firm. Kitchen had plenty of supplies but could do with a few more bowls. Check in and out was super easy and really clear.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Léna L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs a big deep clean, Outdated furniture, great view
You literally only pay for the view, and it's a great view but... the house really needs a deep clean inside and out, dead cockroach inside the cupboards, dead bugs under the bed, sheets had stains and hair, bathroom wasn't properly clean, floor felt sticky, etc etc. I came worried about the cleaning due to previous reviews and was confirmed cleaner was changed but that was bs. They needs new linen and to upgrade the furniture overall, the living room has 2 small couch barely fits 6 people for a large house... Communication was good before booking then not
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Tonya W.

Kiama Dream
Location and room in this house were excellent. Enough room for two families. Great views. Some of the china and glasses were dirty in the cupboard and no champagne glasses. However linen and towels were good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

TISHA G.

Awesome ocean views
Pros: The views of the ocean from the house are awesome. It is located right next to the Little Blowhole and a short drive to Kiama blowhole. It is a spacious house with lots of bathrooms. Kitchen was well stocked. Good supply of towels. Toiletries like soap and shampoo provided. Kitchen has a pantry with basic items needed. Dishwashing items provided. Has some great beaches located a short drive away, close to Kiama shops and not too far away from Shellharbour and Wollongong for shopping. Cons: Cleanliness of the house could be improved. Was some rubbish leftover from previous people left when we came in- needs to be more attention to detail. Beds are uncomfortable, bed sheets weren’t comfortable either. No air con so on the day that it was humid it was still stuffy in the house despite all windows and doors being open and fans turned on. Was nice on the cooler days though. Is an older house with outdated furniture, has an odour in some rooms. Not enough seating in lounge room to cater for amount of people that the house can accomodate. Overall it was a spacious holiday house that provided the basics- definitely paying for the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Jo B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stunning views
Beautifully positioned home large enough to accommodate two families comfortably. Owner is very obliging and available to address any issues quickly and easily. Property would be stunning with a little extra care with cleanliness and some maintenance and updating of areas
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay. Will be back again.
This property was just what we were after to sit and enjoy the view of the ocean from the huge upstairs lounge room window and the lovely walks along the ocean and having every amenity you need. We will be back with our extended families next time as there is so much room. Gordon was lovely to deal with and easy check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Lynne D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
We were happy with residence & position but the cleaners are not doing a proper job We had a resident rat under kitchen sink who scared the life out of me We were 5 ladies in our 60’s & our mum who is 93. You need to have the pest control people in as we were constantly cleaning up rat poo. Rooms all need a thorough clean Not just a sweep through Beds need to be made correctly with the top sheet tucked in at bottom of bed. I got tangled up as I didn’t notice the sheets weren’t tucked in until it was too late We would not return. We expected cleanliness for the money we spent One more thing, as the house accommodates 12, perhaps another lounge would not go astray in the main living area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
We were impressed and if the opportunity arises, we will stay there again. No hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

roxanne c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
The house is very spacious with excellent uninterrupted ocean views. Plenty of room for our group of 9 people. The kitchen is good, oven works really well and the beds are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great kiama getaway
Perfect place with amazing views. Had everything we needed with lots of space
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Great place, great view and plenty of space.
Very simple process to rent this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Gail K.

Great views
Recently had an enjoyable stay in Kiama. House was in a beautiful location & we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. House was very a accommodating for our large group. We were even more excited when we got to watch the dolphins from the living room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Miranda I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
The property was in a great location and was spacious to accomodate our family
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

Mohan K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Our review
Cleanliness in some areas of the property was very poor. The very first bedroom near the entrance was very unclean. The sheets on the bed had black powder like stuff all over it. Not sure where it was coming from but looking around the bedroom we found that fan above had black dirty stuff on it. Couple who used this bedroom were not comfortable sleeping there,they had very poor sleep due to this reason. Kitchen utensils were not very clean,we had to clean all of them before using them. Bed sheets and blanket covers could be better quality. No mirrors in the downstairs bedrooms makes it hard to dress up. The manager Gong Dao of the property promised us 12 pm check in but just one day before he refused and spoke very rudely and screamed at lady guest which disrupted our plans but he was not apologetic, his attitude was he didn’t care. Lady guest was stunned with his rude behaviour. Over all not pleasant experience compare to the high price we paid for the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2020
Hi Mohan, It's a shame your stay was not as you hoped. It was only promised that you could check in early if no other guests were checking out that day. Since we received a subsequent booking with guests checking out that day, I informed you that an early check in was no longer possible. Repeatedly ringing someone to demand an early check in under these circumstances is enough to frustrate anyone. I understand that you also had high expectations for the home interior; hence you even called me to ask why there were no gas heaters in every single room. But thank you for letting us know about cleanliness; we will continue to improve on that aspect. Best wishes, Gongdao

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Room with a view
The property is in a great location a stones throw from the Little Blowhole on the Kiama coastal walk. The views are stunning and the house was well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with spectacular
This home has spectacular views, and is in a great location. Right on the coastal walk, we enjoyed daily walks, and the Little Blowhole was just a few steps away! The property manager was very responsive to the few issues we had. The only negative was that the house was listed as having air conditioning, but only one bedroom actually had a unit. However, for the most part the wonderful breeze off the water kept us cool enough. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and loved the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
James, glad to hear you had a wonderful time. We would love to host you again! Gongdao

8/10 Good

Carissa B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very spacious holiday home.
This property is very spacious and comfortable for a couple of families, with 2 well equipped kitchens and 2 living areas giving everyone plenty of room. The views from the main living area are breathtaking. The only downside was the extremely hard beds and the cleanliness. Within an hour or 2 of arriving our feet were black from the floors. We mopped 3 times and washed down the balconies before we could feel a difference. Other then that this is a lovely family holiday house.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Carissa, good to hear you had a wonderful time overall. We regret that you had problems with cleanliness - a huge amount of black ash and dust has been constantly blowing in from all the NSW bushfires, and has been very tricky to clean. Regarding the beds, we provide soft mattress toppers in the wardrobes that guests can use if they prefer a softer bed. Thanks again for staying with us!

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical location and home
This property was amazing, so much space and perfect for our needs. It even has 2 fully equipped kitchens so perfect for 2 families. The views are exceptional and we were lucky enough to see a whale and some dolphins. The only debit for us was the queen beds are very hard, so take a mattress topper if you don't like a firm bed!

10/10 Excellent

Colin M., Sylvania, NSW

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a birthday celebration
Excellent overall, with only a few issues that were brought to the notice of the manager. Good response from manager when it was unclear how to turn on the heaters (some written instructions would have been good). Please check legality of fencing on balcony as easy for children to climb.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Thanks Colin for your constructive review. Regarding the balcony design, it is an old one installed by the previous owner in the 1990s when it was council approved. Since acquiring the property, we have been playing to renovate it, so will make that happen quickly. I'm glad you found the stay enjoyable overall! Thanks again, Gordon

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Beautiful property and location. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Well maintained property in quiet area but lovely surroundings for walks and going to the beach. Great views and very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Alexander M.

Beautiful and comfortable home
Lovely house in a nice location. Property wasn't entirely clean when we arrived. Litter scattered around and outdoor area could have used a wash.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Our two night stay was fantastic in this beautiful home.
The house is magnificant with everything you could ask for. Close to town, and restaurants. Great walking trails around the coastline. Just beautiful. We had a leaking hot water tank around the side of the house that we just happened to see, quick call to the owner with a photo of it, and the plumber was out within half hour and fixed within 15 minutes. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

pauline e.

Wonderful views
The size of the house was great for 8 people. I would prefer if linen was supplied. The tables and windows were dirty. Please supply champagne glasses, there were 2. The BBQ would not start, this needs to be looked at. The coffee machine had not been cleaned for some time. The outdoor furniture needed cleaning. Overall a great spot, just some minor matters to report on.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Hi, Pauline Thanks for your review! The day you came was just after the "sand storm " hitting Sydney , incl Wollongong and Illawarra areas, that was the reason caused the outdoor furniture and window were dirty. We will check the BBQ, maybe the battery is flat or ran out of gas. The cleaner was definitely overlooked to clean the coffee machine and we will improve in the cleaning service in the future and put more wine cups and others utilities in the house. Gongdao

10/10 Excellent

Hugh W.

A very comfortable house in a great location
We had seven in our group; all there for the Folk Festival. The house suited us perfectly. It's well-appointed and clean. The view is magnificent and the whales even visited.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018