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peter h.
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peter h.
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"Oakwood House" - Large 5 bedroom home with BBQ- perfect for families & groups
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13
Popular amenities
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Internet access
- Bathtub
- Non-smoking
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Bedroom 1 - Cardwellia Room
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2 - Willow Room
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3 - Cherrybark Room
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4 - Grevillea Room
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5 - Eucalyptus Room
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
About this property
"Oakwood House" - Large 5 bedroom home with BBQ- perfect for families & groups
OAKWOOD HOUSE – WILD WOOD PARK, TAMBO 🌿
Oakwood House is a spacious and comfortable home set within Wild Wood Park in the small town of Tambo, Central West Queensland.
It’s a peaceful, open setting with plenty of space around you—somewhere guests can slow down, spend time together, and enjoy a quieter pace.
The birdlife here is something many people notice straight away, and the sunsets across the open sky can be pretty special.
THE HOUSE 🏡
The home is thoughtfully styled to reflect the natural surroundings, with a simple, relaxed feel throughout.
With 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, it comfortably sleeps up to 13 guests, making it well suited to families or groups travelling together.
• 5 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• Sleeps up to 13
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Comfortable living area
• Air conditioning throughout
• Free WiFi
• Fetch TV with popular streaming apps
• Complimentary Netflix subscription
• Quality bedding and linens
• 3 on-site parking spaces
There’s plenty of room to spread out, while still having shared spaces to come together.
OUTDOOR AREA 🔥
The backyard includes a BBQ area positioned in front of the historic Tambo Powerhouse, which sits behind the home.
It’s an easy outdoor space for meals, a drink in the evening, or simply sitting outside and enjoying the surroundings.
A PLACE IN PROGRESS 🌿
Wild Wood Park is something we are actively building and shaping over time. It’s still in its early stages, but that doesn’t take away from how special this place already feels.
We’re gradually bringing new ideas to life here. Some of the things in the near future include the restoration of the old powerhouse as a space for guests to gather, eat, and dine, along with a dedicated stargazing deck and a self-guided bush tucker and edible garden experience.
It’s a work in progress—but one that’s growing in a thoughtful and considered way.
THE SETTING 🌿
Being part of Wild Wood Park, the property offers a sense of openness and quiet, with a natural rural feel.
It’s not busy or built up—just a calm environment with space, fresh air, and wildlife around.
LOCATION 📍
Located in Tambo, Central West Queensland, Oakwood House offers a relaxed small-town setting while still being close to local essentials.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Self check-in
• Quiet property – not suited to parties
• Rural setting (wildlife and insects are part of the environment)
YOUR STAY
Oakwood House is a comfortable, easy place to stay—ideal for groups looking for space, simplicity, and a peaceful base in Tambo.
Oakwood House is a spacious and comfortable home set within Wild Wood Park in the small town of Tambo, Central West Queensland.
It’s a peaceful, open setting with plenty of space around you—somewhere guests can slow down, spend time together, and enjoy a quieter pace.
The birdlife here is something many people notice straight away, and the sunsets across the open sky can be pretty special.
THE HOUSE 🏡
The home is thoughtfully styled to reflect the natural surroundings, with a simple, relaxed feel throughout.
With 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, it comfortably sleeps up to 13 guests, making it well suited to families or groups travelling together.
• 5 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• Sleeps up to 13
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Comfortable living area
• Air conditioning throughout
• Free WiFi
• Fetch TV with popular streaming apps
• Complimentary Netflix subscription
• Quality bedding and linens
• 3 on-site parking spaces
There’s plenty of room to spread out, while still having shared spaces to come together.
OUTDOOR AREA 🔥
The backyard includes a BBQ area positioned in front of the historic Tambo Powerhouse, which sits behind the home.
It’s an easy outdoor space for meals, a drink in the evening, or simply sitting outside and enjoying the surroundings.
A PLACE IN PROGRESS 🌿
Wild Wood Park is something we are actively building and shaping over time. It’s still in its early stages, but that doesn’t take away from how special this place already feels.
We’re gradually bringing new ideas to life here. Some of the things in the near future include the restoration of the old powerhouse as a space for guests to gather, eat, and dine, along with a dedicated stargazing deck and a self-guided bush tucker and edible garden experience.
It’s a work in progress—but one that’s growing in a thoughtful and considered way.
THE SETTING 🌿
Being part of Wild Wood Park, the property offers a sense of openness and quiet, with a natural rural feel.
It’s not busy or built up—just a calm environment with space, fresh air, and wildlife around.
LOCATION 📍
Located in Tambo, Central West Queensland, Oakwood House offers a relaxed small-town setting while still being close to local essentials.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Self check-in
• Quiet property – not suited to parties
• Rural setting (wildlife and insects are part of the environment)
YOUR STAY
Oakwood House is a comfortable, easy place to stay—ideal for groups looking for space, simplicity, and a peaceful base in Tambo.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20143573
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Tambo
Tambo is home to this holiday home.
Tambo, QLD
Getting around
- Blackall, QLD (BKQ) - 83 min drive
Restaurants
- Mary and Martha's Coffee House - 6 min walk
- Fanny Mae's Cafe - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is "Oakwood House" - Large 5 bedroom home with BBQ- perfect for families & groups pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at "Oakwood House" - Large 5 bedroom home with BBQ- perfect for families & groups?
As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Oakwood House" - Large 5 bedroom home with BBQ- perfect for families & groups on 28 July 2026 start from NZ$327, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at "Oakwood House" - Large 5 bedroom home with BBQ- perfect for families & groups?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Oakwood House" - Large 5 bedroom home with BBQ- perfect for families & groups?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "Oakwood House" - Large 5 bedroom home with BBQ- perfect for families & groups located?
This holiday home is in Tambo.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.0/10
Location
10/10
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Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2026
Thanks so much Peter for your lovely review 😊 we appreciate it so much. We are currently doing some improvements and we look forward to seeing you both again on your next trek to Tambo 😊🙏
About the host
Hosted by Michele Frost
We’re a mother–daughter team who share a love of history, nature, and bringing old places back to life.
A lot of our time is spent restoring historical buildings and working with materials that might otherwise be thrown away. We enjoy salvaging what we can and turning it into something meaningful again—whether that’s through restoration, design, or more creative projects along the way.
We’re drawn to spaces with a story, and we try to honour that in the way we approach everything we do. Much of what you’ll see at Wild Wood Park is shaped by that—simple, nature-inspired, and built up gradually over time.
Hosting is something we genuinely enjoy. It gives us the chance to share what we’re creating with others, and to offer a place where people can slow down and experience it for themselves.
A lot of our time is spent restoring historical buildings and working with materials that might otherwise be thrown away. We enjoy salvaging what we can and turning it into something meaningful again—whether that’s through restoration, design, or more creative projects along the way.
We’re drawn to spaces with a story, and we try to honour that in the way we approach everything we do. Much of what you’ll see at Wild Wood Park is shaped by that—simple, nature-inspired, and built up gradually over time.
Hosting is something we genuinely enjoy. It gives us the chance to share what we’re creating with others, and to offer a place where people can slow down and experience it for themselves.
Why they chose this property
We first came across Tambo on a road trip out west, and it’s the kind of place that stays with you.
It’s a small town, but its impact is surprisingly big. There’s a strong sense of history here, and being the oldest town in Central West Queensland made it even more special to us as history lovers.
One of the things we’ve always noticed here is the birdlife—it’s incredible. There’s always something moving or calling in the trees, and the red-tailed black cockatoos visit regularly, which never gets old. It adds to the feeling of the place, which is quiet, open, and genuinely beautiful.
The community is also something special. It’s close-knit, welcoming, and has that rare small-town feel where people look out for each other.
When we saw Oakwood House come up for sale back in 2013, it was quite run down and in need of care—but that’s exactly what drew us to it. We love a challenge, and we could see the opportunity to bring a beautiful old home back to life again.
Over time, we’ve had the chance to speak with people who lived in the house years ago, and every one of them spoke about it with so much fondness. It’s clearly been a place that’s been deeply cared for and enjoyed over the years.
That’s something we’ve tried to carry forward—and something we hope guests feel when they stay.
It’s a small town, but its impact is surprisingly big. There’s a strong sense of history here, and being the oldest town in Central West Queensland made it even more special to us as history lovers.
One of the things we’ve always noticed here is the birdlife—it’s incredible. There’s always something moving or calling in the trees, and the red-tailed black cockatoos visit regularly, which never gets old. It adds to the feeling of the place, which is quiet, open, and genuinely beautiful.
The community is also something special. It’s close-knit, welcoming, and has that rare small-town feel where people look out for each other.
When we saw Oakwood House come up for sale back in 2013, it was quite run down and in need of care—but that’s exactly what drew us to it. We love a challenge, and we could see the opportunity to bring a beautiful old home back to life again.
Over time, we’ve had the chance to speak with people who lived in the house years ago, and every one of them spoke about it with so much fondness. It’s clearly been a place that’s been deeply cared for and enjoyed over the years.
That’s something we’ve tried to carry forward—and something we hope guests feel when they stay.
What makes this property unique
What makes Oakwood House feel a bit different is the mix of space, history, and where it’s set.
It’s not just a house on its own—it sits within Wild Wood Park, so there’s a real sense of openness and quiet around you. It feels a little removed, in a good way, like you can properly switch off.
The history is a big part of it too.
Oakwood House was originally the residence for the first superintendent of the old Tambo Powerhouse, which sits just behind the home. That connection is still very much part of the place, and it gives it a character you don’t often come across.
Over time, it’s been lived in and cared for by different families, and we’ve tried to continue that by restoring it in a way that feels simple and in keeping with its surroundings. A lot of what we’ve done leans on natural materials and repurposed pieces, so it feels grounded rather than overdone.
Then there’s everything around it—the birdlife, the open skies, the quiet. It’s not something you can really manufacture, it’s just what the place is.
Its a place with a lot of heart—and that’s usually what people connect with most.
It’s not just a house on its own—it sits within Wild Wood Park, so there’s a real sense of openness and quiet around you. It feels a little removed, in a good way, like you can properly switch off.
The history is a big part of it too.
Oakwood House was originally the residence for the first superintendent of the old Tambo Powerhouse, which sits just behind the home. That connection is still very much part of the place, and it gives it a character you don’t often come across.
Over time, it’s been lived in and cared for by different families, and we’ve tried to continue that by restoring it in a way that feels simple and in keeping with its surroundings. A lot of what we’ve done leans on natural materials and repurposed pieces, so it feels grounded rather than overdone.
Then there’s everything around it—the birdlife, the open skies, the quiet. It’s not something you can really manufacture, it’s just what the place is.
Its a place with a lot of heart—and that’s usually what people connect with most.
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