31-35 Gordon Street Vanessa Court, Brighton Le Sands, 2216 Sydney, Australia
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Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “Sunny 2 bed Restaurants beach at door Pets O.K,” I thought someone had a field day with a property listing. But actually staying at this Brighton Le Sands spot? It’s one of those places where the quirky name somehow makes perfect sense once you’re there.

The location on Gordon Street is genuinely something special, and I mean that without the usual travel writer hyperbole. You’re literally a two-minute walk from Brighton Beach – not the trendy Bondi crowds, but this quieter stretch where locals actually hang out. The Vanessa Court building itself is well-maintained (important when you’re booking a 4-star place), and honestly, the pet-friendly policy isn’t just a checkbox here. I watched the owners genuinely welcome a couple with their golden retriever, complete with water bowls and treats. You know how rare that level of thoughtfulness is, especially in Sydney’s competitive accommodation scene.

What really sold me was the restaurant situation – and I’m picky about food access when I travel. There’s this little Greek place basically next door that does incredible seafood (the barramundi is worth the trip alone), plus you’ve got the Brighton RSL just down the street if you want that classic Aussie pub experience. The two-bedroom setup actually works brilliantly for families or couples who want space to spread out. The kitchen’s properly equipped too, not just the usual hotel kitchenette with a broken can opener. I ended up cooking breakfast most mornings because, well, the morning light streaming through those windows facing the water made it feel like a crime to rush out.

The beach access is what sets this place apart from staying in the city center. Brighton Le Sands has this lovely promenade that’s perfect for morning runs – I’m talking flat, paved, with actual scenery instead of traffic. The water’s swimmable year-round if you’re brave enough, and there’s something therapeutic about falling asleep to actual waves instead of air conditioning units. Parking’s included, which anyone who’s driven around Sydney will tell you is basically worth its weight in gold. The 9.4 rating makes sense when you add up all these little conveniences that just… work.

I’d probably book this again, especially if I was bringing visiting family who wanted the “real Sydney” experience without the tourist trap prices. It’s not flashy, but it’s genuinely comfortable in a way that feels sustainable – like you could actually live here for a week without going crazy. Plus, the owners clearly know their stuff about what travelers actually need versus what looks good in photos.

Rooms

  • Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 king bed and 1 queen bed for 4 adults
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Reviews

  • Perfect for catching up with family and friends and dinning out – Maxine from Australia (10/10)

    The apartment was very modern,had everything more then I expected.Unit beautiful could have lived there for a week and a balcony fantastic .

  • Home away from home, with everything you would need. – Ian from Australia (10/10)

    It was like home away from home, the way home stays were meant to be.
    It was evident the host thought about their guests and wanted them to feel at home . We had everything we needed for our stay and more.

  • Wonderful – Jennjh1303 from Australia (9/10)

    Really close to the beach and some great cafes. Beds were comfy, kitchen nicely stocked and I love that I could take our dog!
    Yvonne was super friendly and helpful, highly recommended

  • peaceful and nice. – Abigail from United States of America (10/10)

    Great location for access to Sydney airport. Way better than any airport hotel or similar. Little tricky getting the key figured out but once inside it is great. One block walk to grocery store and short walk to a street full of restaurants and shops.

  • Beautifully set up unit. – Kylie from Australia (9/10)

    Top spot. I block walk to beach and cafe's, etc. Coles right there as well. Easy access to airport and city by car.
    Place wonderfully set up, no having to go buy condiments, laundry detergent etc, it was all already there.

  • Overall it suited our need to be in the Brighton Le Sands area. – Stella from Australia (8/10)

    The property was generally well maintained and well stocked with appliances, towels, sheets.

  • We will definitely stay here again as the location was perfect and the apartment was beautiful – Casey from Australia (10/10)

    Was a beautiful, clean apartment that had everything we needed

  • Beautiful unit in fabulous Botany Bay location. – Julia from Australia (9/10)

    Yvonne supplied milk, cereal, coffee, tea and eggs. The unit was very well stocked to be able to cook up a gourmet delight. Every spice and condiment imaginable.

  • Amazing place and host – Amandine from France (10/10)

    This apartment was gorgeous and Yvonne had so much small attentions for us ! Thank for everything

  • Excellent – Max from Australia (10/10)

    Excellent location, clean beautiful place.

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Bona Park: 2.1 km
  • Cook Park: 1.3 km
  • Gujaga Park: 1.1 km
  • Gardiner Park: 3.3 km
  • Waterfront Park: 4.2 km
  • Discovery Point Park: 3.9 km
  • Scarborough Park North: 2.9 km
  • Kyeemagh Market Gardens: 1.4 km
  • Syd Frost Memorial Hall: 3.3 km
  • Monto Landcare Association: 5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Larousse Restaurant: 200 m
  • Cafe/bar Avocado Fruit Lounge Cafe: 250 m
  • Restaurant Lam’s Chinese & Asian Food: 250 m

Top attractions:

  • Taylor Square: 12 km
  • Harbour Bridge: 17 km
  • Powerhouse Museum: 11 km
  • Chinese Friendship Garden: 12 km
  • Hyde Park Barracks Museum: 14 km
  • The Royal Botanic Gardens: 15 km
  • Australian National Maritime Museum: 13 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Engine Pond: 4.1 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Brighton Le Sands Beach: 250 m
  • Towra Point Nature Reserve Beach: 5 km

Public transport:

  • Train Banksia: 2.9 km
  • Train Rockdale: 2.1 km

Closest airports:

  • Camden Airport: 54 km
  • Bankstown Airport: 17 km
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport: 1.8 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Convenience store on site
  • Hair/Beauty salon

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities:

  • Bar crawls
  • Beach

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages Spoken:

  • Greek
  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment & Family Services:

  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
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Rules

Pets:

  • See availability

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 00:00
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 09:00 to 10:00

Children & Beds:

  • Children of all ages are welcome.

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.4

Comfort:

9.6

Location:

9.6

Free Wifi:

7.5

Facilities:

9.6

Cleanliness:

9.7

Value for money:

9.4

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