LOCATION & COMMUNITY
A cosmopolitan village atop the mountains
Leura is often referred to as The Jewel in the Mountains Crown. With a garden village atmosphere and an abundance of boutique accommodation, speciality shops, galleries and eateries. It is easy to understand why it attracts such attention. Beyond the busy mall you will find superb mountain vistas, inspiring bush walks and historic gardens and homes. The Leura Everglades House and Gardens, owned by the National Trust, features a superb European styled-terraced garden, with magnificent views over the Jamison Valley to Mt Solitary. If you love quaint mountain villages, fine food, boutique shops and galleries, Leura Village is a short walk from your Cascades residence. Designer clothes, accessories, homewares, galleries, gifts and even a fabulous lolly shop are just waiting to be discovered. The distinct seasons in the mountains are beautifully defined by Mother Nature. Spring bursts into colour early September with Cherry blossoms and bulbs on display. Autumn is spectacular with the changing foliage turning from green to deep oranges and reds. Winter is peak time in Leura with annual snow falling, making this a winter wonderland. Complimenting the quaint village vibe, the inspiring scenic walks and the stunning mountain gardens draw visitors back to Leura.
CAFES & DINING
From casual espresso to elegant high tea
The village atmosphere and community centre of Leura is a crisp morning walk from your Cascades residence to Leura Mall, the bustling heart of town, where the hum of neighbourly chatter can be heard over espresso’s at Cafe Leura. Enjoy desserts and pastries from Chelsea Cake Shop, or a sweet treat from Josophan’s Fine Chocolates – all while browsing the many local crafts, homewares and antique stores. By the mid afternoon, the cafes and tea houses give way to fine dining and an assortment of bars and restaurants serving modern Australian, fusion and Asian fare. Fancy a beer? For elevated pub classics and pizza, look no further than the historic Alexandra Hotel.
LIFESTYLE
Play, relax & play again
Poised amongst the sweeping valleys and spectral lookouts of Jameison Valley, you’ll find sports, leisure and tranquil gardens at your doorstep. Leura’s spectacularly scenic golf course, recreation areas and restorative day spas have long been a part of a city dwellers self-care weekender. A shiatsu massage after 9 holes of golf, or a pampering facial treatment at one of several day spas will be part of your weekly ritual. Luera’s many health and wellness specialists will help you relax and unwind. The renowned terraced gardens, winding paths and pools of Everglades House and Gardens are one of many palatial villages open to the public to explore at your leisure.
BOUTIQUES
An array of vintage & modern wares
Reflecting the quaint colonial charm of Historical Leura Village, Leura mall has an array of vintage and modern boutiques to breath local life into your Cascades apartment. From understated modern mens & womanswear at Witchery, to artisanal Australian textiles and homewares at With Max & Me, you’ll find antique and modern adornments and furnishings befitting your beautiful Cascades residence.
LIFESTYLE
Nature’s wonder at your doorstep
Leura boasts spectacular vistas of the world heritage listed Blue Mountains. Only a short journey from your apartment, the Sublime Point lookout, suspended 900m above sea level offers an awe inspiring panorama of the Jamison Valley and the distant Mount Solitary. The 3 walks from Leura Cascades will satisfy your adventurous streak and individual pace, be it a 15 minute scenic stroll or a full day technical mountain climb. The 3 trails at Cascades showcase the biodiversity and geographic splendor of Leura, from the spectacle of the 3 sisters along the Clifftop walk, to lush rainforest gullies spilling into the tranquil pool of Siloam.
Founded by nature, crafted by experts.
