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The ski resort of Thredbo Village came of age during the late Fifties and Sixties. a mid-century ode to Austrian Ski villages. Bright A-Frames in primary colours, circular futuristic structures and a timber cantilevered Harry Seidler still stand today.
High up in The hills of Mt Kosciuszko, the winding streets of Thredbo Village are a playground for outdoor activity. Skiing, cycling and hiking.
It’s where tHE OUTDOORS AREN’T JUST A PASSION, BUT A WAY OF LIFE.
when do you release dates for the ski season ahead?
We release dates around six months in advance. the 2024 ski season dates will go live 8am, wednesday 17th jan. Jump on the mailing list to be the first to know.
How far are you from the ski lifts?
Cedar is a Three minute stroll FROM Valley Terminal lifts and Oak is four. Check out the map below for exact detail. Thredbo is a walking village, there’s nowhere to park in the centre of the village, so once you park your car, you won’t need it again during your stay. It takes 10 - 15 minutes to walk from one end of the village to the other.
Thredbo resort provides a winter bus service to get skiers staying in the village, comfortably to the lifts with all their gear. Both Cedar and Oak have a Bus stop out the front or next door. We recommend catching the bus to Valley terminal and jumping on the Merritts Gondola for Friday Flat access.
The complementary busses continually circle the village, so there’s no need for a timetable.
WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?
The EASTERN THREDBO VILLAGE is made up of TWO individual AIRBNB’S IN THE HEART OF THREDBO VILLAGE. Oak is located on the very easterly point of Thredbo’s central village. Cedar is located on the west side, on the banks of Thredbo River.
Cedar is a Three minute stroll FROM THE SHOPS AND BARS IN THE VILLAGE CENTRe and Oak is four.
During the winter season Thredbo hosts outdoor music festivals and dance parties, on most weekends (and some weekdays) in the Village Square and the pool area of The Alpine Hotel. For this reason, we relish being a little bit removed from the epicentre.
What’s the drive from Sydney to Thredbo like and Will I need chains?
Sydney to Thredbo is around 5 and a half hours. The roads are sealed and it’s rare that you’ll need chains. Between Jindabyne and Thredbo the snow falls Mostly above road level.
You’ll be notified by signs at the beginning of The Alpine Way if you require chains to get to Thredbo Village. You can hire chains at service stations around Jindabyne and ski rental stores like Rhythm Cooma and the snow will always be ploughed off the road.
How do I prepare for the conditions?
Regardless of the season, the temperature can rapidly change in the snowy mountains. We recommend you prepare for cold nights – even in summer – and check out the weather on Mountain Watch in advance of your trip.
live snow cams can also be viewed on the official Thredbo Website.
Where are your favourite spots to eat and drink?
On the mountain we love to drop by Kareela Hutte, Eagles Nest and Black Sallees. All mid-century buildings with unreal views. Merritts Mountain House, at the top if the gondola has an outdoor beer garden vibe.
Around the valley, our favourites are Lunch at The Wild Brumby Distillery. best coffee in town from seasn, Jindabyne and Gourmet snacks from Birchwood.
In Thredbo Village, Mexican at House of Ullr, Japanese from Izakaya in Thredbo village. In summer they’re open for lunch only and do excellent sushi.
T-Bar restaurant is our favourite for dinner in the village. Handmade pastas and woodfired pizza.
Where’s the best place to hire gear?
We recommend hiring equipment through Thredbo Sports, they’re operated by Thredbo Resort, which means the collection points are conveniently located at the bottom of the ski lifts.
You can hire gear in a package with your lift ticket on the Thredbo website. book ahead to get a discount.
For beginners we always recommend booking the beginners lift and lesson package. The lessons come complementary with your beginners lift ticket and it will make your time on the slopes much more enjoyable.
For higher end rental you can also check out ESS in Jindabyne and Rhythm Snowsports in Cooma.
HOW MANY PEOPLE can you sleep?
We specialise in accommodation for couples.
The Cedar cabin is perfectly suited for singles, couples or two hiking mates travelling together.
THE Cedar Cabin is a modular space designed to host a maximum of two. It features one double bed in the upstairs sleeping loft.
The Oak Apartment has one double bed and has been designed for singles and couples. It features an incredible view from bed. Find a plan of Cedar and Oak located at the bottom of each property feature page.
How do I find out more about events in Thredbo?
Thredbo has a huge list of events scheduled every winter, from DJ's in the centre of town to pop-up dinners at Kareela Hutte. Check out the full roster of events, released just prior to each season.
