Spacious Apmnt Near UNSW, SCG & Entertainments Qtr | Apartment in Kensington
1 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington
Summary:
Maisonnets invites you to experience this spacious one bedroom + study apartment in Kensington. Perfectly located just one stop on the light rail from the Sydney Cricket Ground and Entertainment Quarter, and within walking distance to Royal Randwick Racecourse, this apartment offers the best of urban living.
Situated on the second floor of a secure building, it features a queen-size bed, block-out blinds, and a private balcony with stacker doors. Fully carpeted and offering optional parking, this apartment is ideal for both leisure and business travelers seeking a prime location."
The Space:
This well located one bedroom, plus study apartment, on the second floor of a popular security building is only one stop on the light rail from Sydney Cricket ground and the entertainment quarter, whilst also being within easy walking distance of Royal Randwick racecourse. Fully carpeted throughout this spacious apartment comes with stacker doors that open up onto a large balcony overlooking Anzac Parade. There is a comfy queen size bed in the bedroom with block out blinds and plenty of wardrobe space.
The second bedroom is actually a study but contains a fold out sofa bed, large enough for one extra person. The full kitchen has dishwasher, induction cooktop, front loader 7.5kg washing machine, smart TV and a server to the living, dining area.
There is also scramble parking at the side and the rear of the building as well as plenty of street parking in nearby Abbotford Street.
The Neighborhood:
Kensington and Randwick location for not only being close to the city but also to Centennial Park and nearby Coogee beach.
• Convenience store is ideally located (3-min walk, 0.2 km) at 170 Anzac Parade.
• The Kensington Light Rail Stop (L2 Line) is a 3-min walk away, providing seamless connections to the Sydney CBD and Circular Quay.
• Kensington Peking Restaurant (1-min walk, 0.1 km) – Is perfect for for authentic Chinese dishes or take the light rail out Alison Road head towards Randwick where there are a myriad of restaurants and cafes. Alternatively take two stops on the light rail to get off in Surry Hills where there are great cafes and restaurants.
• Take a 10-min walk to Centennial Parklands, one of Sydney’s largest green spaces, for walking trails, cycling, and picnics.
Beach Day at Coogee
• Take a 10-min bus ride to Coogee Beach (Bus 370 from Anzac Parade).
• Enjoy the Coogee Pavilion for lunch, a modern eatery with rooftop views.
• Visit the Sydney Opera House, The Rocks, and enjoy ferry rides to Manly Beach by hopping on the light rail to take you directly into the CBD and to Circular Quay.
• Return in the evening and grab dinner at Chimichuri Kensington (modern Australian, 5-min walk).
• Explore the University of New South Wales campus (5-min walk) and its galleries and green spaces.
• Visit East Village Shopping Centre (15-min bus ride) for grocery shopping and dining.
Westfield Bondi Junction (20 min) for high-end shopping.
Getting Around:
The apartment at 56-62 Anzac Parade in Kensington is well-served by public transport, including light rail and bus services along Anzac Parade and Alison Road.
Light Rail Services:
• L3 Kingsford Line: This line runs from Circular Quay through the CBD and Central Station, then along Anzac Parade, with stops at UNSW Anzac Parade and Kingsford. The UNSW Anzac Parade stop is conveniently located near apartment, providing easy access to the University of New South Wales.
Bus Services:
Several bus routes operate along Anzac Parade and Alison Road, connecting Kensington to various parts of Sydney:
• Route 396: Travels between Circular Quay and Maroubra Beach, passing through Anzac Parade.
• Route 339: Runs from Circular Quay to Clovelly, with stops along Alison Road.
• Route 373: Connects Circular Quay to Coogee, via Alison Road.
• Route 374: Operates between Circular Quay and Coogee, also serving Alison Road.
These services provide frequent connections to the Sydney CBD, making commuting very easy.
Proximity to Sydney Airport:
Sydney Airport is approximately 15-20 minutes in an Uber, Didi or taxi.
Access to the University of New South Wales (UNSW):
The UNSW Kensington campus is within walking distance from the apartment. Additionally, the L3 light rail stops at UNSW Anzac Parade, providing convenient access to the lower campus.
Travel to Randwick:
To reach Randwick from your location:
• Light Rail (L2) on Alison Road also takes you to the upper campus of UNSW and on to High St in Randwick
• Bus Services: Routes 339, 373, and 374 also travel along Alison Road to Randwick and directly into the city.
Other Things to Note:
* Before you arrive you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-inprocess.
* Due to strict noise policies in strata buildings and Australian council by-laws, guests must avoid making loud noise, particularly between the hours of 10 pm – 8 am. Please understand that guests who break this rule may be evicted and financial penalties may also apply, depending on the circumstances.\
* An additional $40 will be charged to your total if a check-in happens after 8 pm, and we require your arrival time as the Concierge does not live on site.
* A mandatory full clean of the property and complete linen change will be done every 4 weeks and added to your total booking amount for any booking longer than a month. This will be added to your total amount and processed separately.
* Extra $40/night will be charged for guests after 3 or if the sofa bed needs to be prepared.
*If you are eligible for a full refund as per our cancellation policy, a processing fee of $50 still applies.
*After check-in, if you choose to shorten your stay, you will receive a 50% refund of the unused nights of your booking.
* Please note that this property has been specifically catered for short-term rentals by MaisonNets and is not a hotel.
This 1 Bedroom Apartment provides accommodation with Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, for your convenience. This Apartment features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Apartment has 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this Apartment has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Kensington. Enjoy your stay in Kensington at this Apartment.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Shower
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1 bathroom
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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1 bedroom
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Bed sheets provided
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Oven
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Coffee/tea maker
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Microwave
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Stovetop
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Elevator
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Golf privileges
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Cycling nearby
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TV
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Unit size: 797 sq ft (74 sq m)
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English
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In a village
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Office
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Balcony
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 2033, pid-stra-75474 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
