Stay Crackenback:

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The Nest and The Crest are perched atop Crackenback Ridge in Thredbo Valley, NSW – just on the cusp of Kosciuszko National Park – the retreat from the city hustle to the hills is roughly a 5-6 hour drive from Sydney, a 2-hour drive from Canberra and an 8-hour drive from Melbourne.

Crackenback is home to an abundance of wildlife and is enclosed by rugged mountains and crisp clear rivers which have formed over millions of years. These rentals sit on a 100-acre bushland property, accessed from The Alpine Way. The land is home to wombats, echidnas, wallabies, lyrebirds, and plenty of other critters. It is a slice of alpine paradise that offers guests an enriching experience regardless of the weather and time of year.

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2 LOFTS / 1 BATHROOM

THE CREST

This off-grid cabin faces out onto your own private meadow with rugged views of the ridge. This tiny house will keep you cozy and safe from the mountain elements while allowing you to fully experience your natural surroundings. The Crest has a full kitchen and bathroom, living area, and bedroom loft.

Step out onto the secluded deck, take a deep breath of fresh alpine air and enjoy the view.

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1 BEDROOM / 1 BATHROOM

THE NEST

This luxury hideaway is a studio apartment attached to our main dwelling, so it’s got all your creature comforts. With a full-sized modern kitchen and bathroom, TV, Wifi, plenty of wardrobe space, and an undercover storage area for your skis or bike - you’ll have everything you need to relax on your mountain vacation.

Snuggle up on the couch in front of the fire and relax in this alpine abode after a big day on the slopes.

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2 BEDROOM / 1 BATHROOM

TYROLA ELEVEN

This classic Thredbo Apartment oozes charm and comfort for your Alpine Holiday. With spectacular mountain views, 2 bedrooms, heated tiled floors and freshly renovated Alpine Style, Tyrola 11 is only 6 minutes walk from the Thredbo Village Square. With parking on the Alpine Way it is the perfect property for a Snow Holiday or Summer season break.

Living room with a sectional sofa decorated with patterned and plain throw pillows, a modern round coffee table, a framed painting of a house with a cross above it on the wall, a wall-mounted light casting a glow, and a window showing an evening outdoor scene.
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We look forward to welcoming you to our 100 acres of rocky alpine bushland. This parcel of land was first purchased by Dick Smith back in the 80s, who picked it for the vistas, easily scouted from his helicopter. Similar to the Wedge-Tail Eagle’s who can often be seen circling the view. In his words, it’s always been a home base for adventurers.

We purchased the property in the early 2000s and have called it home ever since. Our family roots extend back to almost 40 years in Thredbo & Crackenback. Much of that has been spent exploring this rugged terrain and enjoying the mountain lifestyle. The land is home to wombats, echidnas, wallabies, lyrebirds, and countless other native species.

We're excited to share our backyard—and our knowledge of it—with you. It's a slice of alpine paradise that offers an enriching experience regardless of the time of year.

‘EAGLE’S EYRIE’

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  • "We had a wonderful stay at Leah’s place — we truly couldn’t have picked a better spot. The property was absolutely stunning, peaceful, and had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing getaway. Leah was an excellent host — welcoming, communicative, and thoughtful throughout our stay. You can tell a lot of care has gone into making the space feel like a home away from home. We’re already keen on returning. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a perfect escape!"

    RAYWANTH - THE CREST

  • "Pristine, private mountain view stay with nothing but the sounds of nature everywhere. Cute, comfortable studio cottage with a fireplace, fully stocked kitchen and spacious bedroom to rest after a day on the slopes. Jill is lovely and welcoming. Highly recommend! "

    KARYN - THE NEST

  • "We loved our stay, the apartment is really comfortable and gets lots of lovely sunshine throughout the day. The lounge and beds were fabulous, great decor throughout and a very well equipped kitchen. Amazing views of the mountain! It was perfect for our family of four, thanks Jill for a wonderful stay!"

    ERICA - TYROLA ELEVEN