

Lovely in Lyneham – 1bd 1bth Apt Overview
I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Lovely in Lyneham – 1bd 1bth Apt, I wasn’t expecting much from the name alone. But you know what? Sometimes the most straightforward places surprise you, and this little one-bedroom really did deliver on that “lovely” promise.
The apartment sits right in the heart of Lyneham, which honestly took me a while to figure out properly – it’s one of those Canberra suburbs that locals know well but visitors often overlook. What I actually loved about staying here was how genuinely residential it felt. You’re not in some sterile hotel corridor; you’re basically living like a local for however long you’re there. The morning routine becomes grabbing coffee from the kitchen (they’ve got everything you need, proper coffee maker included) and watching the neighborhood wake up through windows that actually open – seems basic, but after staying in sealed hotel rooms, it’s refreshing.
The space itself is compact but thoughtfully laid out. I mean, we’re talking about a true one-bedroom setup, so don’t expect to spread out like you’re in a resort suite, but everything has its place. The bathroom’s small but functional, and the bed was surprisingly comfortable – I’m picky about mattresses, and this one didn’t leave me waking up stiff. What struck me most was how clean everything felt without that overwhelming chemical smell you sometimes get in over-sanitized accommodations. The kitchen really makes the difference here; having a full fridge and actual counter space means you can actually cook if you want to, or at least store leftovers from Canberra’s surprisingly decent food scene. Parking was straightforward too, which in some parts of the capital can be a real headache.
Lyneham itself grows on you – it’s got that quiet suburban vibe during the day, but you’re still close enough to everything that matters. I walked to a few local cafes that clearly cater to residents rather than tourists, which gave the whole stay a more authentic feel. The neighborhood gets properly quiet at night, so if you’re someone who needs absolute silence to sleep, you’ll appreciate that. Honestly, this place works best if you’re looking for somewhere to actually stay rather than just crash between activities. It’s got that home-away-from-home thing down without trying too hard to be boutique or trendy. For the price point and the genuine comfort level, I’d definitely consider staying here again – especially if I was in town for more than just a quick weekend and wanted to feel settled rather than just housed.
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Lovely in Lyneham – 1bd 1bth Apt Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4 | $108 |


Reviews of Lovely in Lyneham – 1bd 1bth Apt
comfortable – Johannes from Australia – 26 June 2025 (8/10)
The apartment was quite comfortable.
What could be improved: There was no top sheet on the bed (just a dooner and a bottom sheet).
The key pickup instruction was somewhat vague and confusing -though we got there after a couple of phone callsVery good – Anna from Australia – 3 April 2025 (8/10)
Ambiance, views, quality of fixtures. Location.
What could be improved: Kitchen equipment inadequate.
Proprietor should update instruction for access, the aspect concerning which elevator to use.
Duvet too hot for this season. Supply light cotton blanket.The property was great but I’ll only remember how frustrating the check- in and the different check out process was. – Linda from Australia – 25 March 2025 (8/10)
The property was clean spacious and comfortable. The location was close enough to everything.
What could be improved: The check-in and check- out process was annoying, confusing, frustrating and there was little signage in basement garage to indicate there were 2 entry points to the different buildings as there was no internet reception in basement car park to follow instructions provided. In the property there was no manual or information with wifi, check out ,garbage and location etc details.Very nice apartment great location. – Rodger from Australia – 3 March 2025 (10/10)
Great location and easy parking
Good – Sharon from Australia – 3 February 2025 (7/10)
The view from the apartment was nice. Kitchen was equipped so suitable for cooking.
What could be improved: 1. Having to pick up the keys from a lock box that was not at the site of the accommodation.
2. Not receiving prompt responses from host, when necessary.
3. Paying $500.00 as a deposit for unforeseen damages.Good value.Thank you. – Deb from Australia – 30 January 2025 (8/10)
Clean, convenient, well appointed with everything you need.
What could be improved: Having to get the keys at a different location.We definitely will book this place again we loved the apartment – Helen from Australia – 3 January 2025 (9/10)
Immaculate apartment, everything in the kitchen that we needed, close to food only a short walk and we really liked the secure parking.
What could be improved: The only downfall was going into town to collect the keys from the office and my keys weren’t in the box.Exceptional – Karen from Australia – 29 December 2024 (10/10)
Very clean and quiet , bed absolutely comfortable , my car was very sucure in underground parking.. Lovely view.. Myself and my young daughter felt very safe as its in a sucure building.. Host was amazing and friendly..
What could be improved: Nothing to faultExceptional – Fiona from Australia – 29 October 2024 (10/10)
Quiet at night. Very new. Very secure. Lots of casual restaurants and a supermarket within 10min walk.
What could be improved: Nothing negative with the property but watch out for cyclists on the walking/cycling paths and the pedestrian crossing at the back of the building where you exit the car park. They fly along and visibility at the crossing is not great.Very good – Jacoby-hogg from Hong Kong – 10 June 2024 (8/10)
Good location with parking included. Easy to catch the tram into Civic. Plenty of space and well equipped. Quiet.
What could be improved: Communication regarding key handover is not timely, only 24hrs in advance which isn't great for a long haul traveler. And that is when we found out that we would need to go to another location altogether to get them! And then they key box code was wrong. We were exhausted and this felt like such a hassle.
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Dickson 1: 1.7 km
- Reid Oval: 3.8 km
- Anzac Parade: 4.5 km
- Commonwealth Park: 5 km
- Regatta Point Canberra: 4.4 km
- Australian War Memorial: 4.1 km
- Norwood Park Crematorium: 5 km
- Waterright Garden Webtool: 550 m
- Cogs Dickson Community Garden: 2.5 km
- Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC): 2.9 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Spilt Milk Bar: 450 m
- Restaurant Dickson Dumpling House: 450 m
- Restaurant Shin Sen Teppanyaki Restaurant: 450 m
Top attractions:
- Questacon: 5 km
- Telstra Tower: 5 km
- Old Parliament House: 6 km
- Royal Australian Mint: 9 km
- National Zoo and Aquarium: 7 km
- National Museum of Australia: 5 km
- National Gallery of Australia: 6 km
- Australian– American Memorial: 5 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Lake Ginninderra: 8 km
Public transport:
- Train Canberra: 8 km
- Train Canberra Railway Station: 8 km
Closest airports:
- Canberra Airport: 9 km
- Goulburn Airport: 93 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Garden
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Mountain view
Room Amenities:
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Carpeted
- Heating
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- English
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
Great for your stay:
- Balcony
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Free parking
- Washing machine
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Other for your stay:
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator


House Rules at Lovely in Lyneham – 1bd 1bth Apt
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- Until 10:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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