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10 out of 10
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4 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 10 420 sq m
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Explore the area

Vacy, NSW
- Tocal Homestead26 min drive
- Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue43 min drive
- Hunter Valley Gardens60 min drive
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)72 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Brumby's Run Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & large groups
Brumby's Run Lodge is suitable for 4 couples, 2 or 3 families, large groups
* All bedrooms with their own en-suites
* Private Recreation Facilities for Banjos guests only
Banjos Bushland Retreat consists of 3 luxury architect designed lodges, and private recreational facilities. Banjos 3 lodges can accommodate 24 guests in beds with the use of extra beds in each lodge. Go to the Links for the details of our other lodges, Swagman's Rest and Clancy's Lodges.
When booking ALL 3 LODGES guests have the advantage of enjoying the ENTIRE RETREAT IN COMPLETE PRIVACY!
All bedrooms have en-suites, king-size beds (convert into singles), as well as 2 extra beds that can be easily accommodated in any bedroom. Bedrooms have ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioning, and electric blankets.
Lodge is extremely spacious with 2 luxurious leather lounges, and slow combustion wood fireplaces, fully equipped kitchen and laundry, large covered decks with BBQ and outdoor furniture, and stunning bushland views from every room make you feel part of nature!
Banjos is small enough to be exclusive, but offers the benefits of a large resort with activities for all ages!
Exclusive Recreation Centre includes:
* Full-size tennis court
* 9-hole mini-golf course
* Indoor spa, (with stunning views)
* Sauna
* Table tennis
* Billiards
* Children's Adventure Playground
* Swing set - undercover on deck of recreation building
* Giant chess set
* Full bathroom
* Kitchen facilities with bar fridge
* All sporting equipment provided
* All facilities at NO EXTRA COST (excluding the sauna, which is coin operated for safety)
* Environmental Centre with literature relating to the flora and fauna that surround Banjos.
Extra Facilities:
* Bushwalking trails;
* Access to salt-water swimming pool, plus lagoon for swimming & picnics;
* Massages and beauty treatments available in the privacy of your lodge;
* Organise a wine tasting in the comfort of your lodge;
* Close vicinity to local wineries, golf courses, heritage township, arts & crafts centre, ballooning.
Banjos Bushland Retreat offers uniqueness to its guests by creating an unforgettable experience in a truly Australian environment. Not only does Banjos offer the "ultimate escape" by providing unhosted 4 1/2 star purpose built accommodation but its surrounds ensure an "up close and personal" encounter with many wonderful examples of the Australian flora and fauna - wallabies, kangaroos, kookaburras, king parrots, crimson rosellas, fairy wrens, firetails, bower birds, possums and lizards will all delight you with their presence.
Full directions are given with confirmation of booking.
TOURISM AWARDS
In 2004 Banjos Bushland Retreat received the highest award in the Unique Accommodation category at the New South Wales Tourism Awards. As a result of winning this category for 3 years, Banjos was inducted into the NSW Tourism Awards Hall of Fame. This is an achievement that only a few organisations have achieved and one that we are extremely proud of. We have won in excess of 35 Tourism Awards since 2002.
UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION - TOURISM AWARDS:
NSW Tourism Hall of Fame 2004
NSW Tourism Awards - Gold Winner 2002, 2003, 2004 & 2006
NSW Tourism Awards - 2011 Bronze Award
Hunter Region Tourism Awards - Winner 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2008
Hunter Region Tourism Award 2011, 2013 & 2014 Silver Award
Hunter Region Tourism Award 2003 Award of Distinction.
Australian Tourism Awards 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2006 - Finalist.
Hunter Business Excellence Awards Winner 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011 & 2013
Hunter Business Excellence Awards - Business of the Year Winner 2006 & 2013 and Finalist 2007, 2008, 2011 & 2014
Hunter Business Excellence Awards - Environmental Excellence Winner 2011, 2014 & 2016
HMAA NSW Unique Accommodation - Winner 2006, 2007,2008 and 2011
5 Star AAA Tourism accredited continuously from 2001 to 2013
Tourism Industry Council -Accredited Tourism Business
Eco Tourism Australia -Accredited Advanced Ecotourism
* All bedrooms with their own en-suites
* Private Recreation Facilities for Banjos guests only
Banjos Bushland Retreat consists of 3 luxury architect designed lodges, and private recreational facilities. Banjos 3 lodges can accommodate 24 guests in beds with the use of extra beds in each lodge. Go to the Links for the details of our other lodges, Swagman's Rest and Clancy's Lodges.
When booking ALL 3 LODGES guests have the advantage of enjoying the ENTIRE RETREAT IN COMPLETE PRIVACY!
All bedrooms have en-suites, king-size beds (convert into singles), as well as 2 extra beds that can be easily accommodated in any bedroom. Bedrooms have ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioning, and electric blankets.
Lodge is extremely spacious with 2 luxurious leather lounges, and slow combustion wood fireplaces, fully equipped kitchen and laundry, large covered decks with BBQ and outdoor furniture, and stunning bushland views from every room make you feel part of nature!
Banjos is small enough to be exclusive, but offers the benefits of a large resort with activities for all ages!
Exclusive Recreation Centre includes:
* Full-size tennis court
* 9-hole mini-golf course
* Indoor spa, (with stunning views)
* Sauna
* Table tennis
* Billiards
* Children's Adventure Playground
* Swing set - undercover on deck of recreation building
* Giant chess set
* Full bathroom
* Kitchen facilities with bar fridge
* All sporting equipment provided
* All facilities at NO EXTRA COST (excluding the sauna, which is coin operated for safety)
* Environmental Centre with literature relating to the flora and fauna that surround Banjos.
Extra Facilities:
* Bushwalking trails;
* Access to salt-water swimming pool, plus lagoon for swimming & picnics;
* Massages and beauty treatments available in the privacy of your lodge;
* Organise a wine tasting in the comfort of your lodge;
* Close vicinity to local wineries, golf courses, heritage township, arts & crafts centre, ballooning.
Banjos Bushland Retreat offers uniqueness to its guests by creating an unforgettable experience in a truly Australian environment. Not only does Banjos offer the "ultimate escape" by providing unhosted 4 1/2 star purpose built accommodation but its surrounds ensure an "up close and personal" encounter with many wonderful examples of the Australian flora and fauna - wallabies, kangaroos, kookaburras, king parrots, crimson rosellas, fairy wrens, firetails, bower birds, possums and lizards will all delight you with their presence.
Full directions are given with confirmation of booking.
TOURISM AWARDS
In 2004 Banjos Bushland Retreat received the highest award in the Unique Accommodation category at the New South Wales Tourism Awards. As a result of winning this category for 3 years, Banjos was inducted into the NSW Tourism Awards Hall of Fame. This is an achievement that only a few organisations have achieved and one that we are extremely proud of. We have won in excess of 35 Tourism Awards since 2002.
UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION - TOURISM AWARDS:
NSW Tourism Hall of Fame 2004
NSW Tourism Awards - Gold Winner 2002, 2003, 2004 & 2006
NSW Tourism Awards - 2011 Bronze Award
Hunter Region Tourism Awards - Winner 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2008
Hunter Region Tourism Award 2011, 2013 & 2014 Silver Award
Hunter Region Tourism Award 2003 Award of Distinction.
Australian Tourism Awards 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2006 - Finalist.
Hunter Business Excellence Awards Winner 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011 & 2013
Hunter Business Excellence Awards - Business of the Year Winner 2006 & 2013 and Finalist 2007, 2008, 2011 & 2014
Hunter Business Excellence Awards - Environmental Excellence Winner 2011, 2014 & 2016
HMAA NSW Unique Accommodation - Winner 2006, 2007,2008 and 2011
5 Star AAA Tourism accredited continuously from 2001 to 2013
Tourism Industry Council -Accredited Tourism Business
Eco Tourism Australia -Accredited Advanced Ecotourism
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 12:30 PM
Check out before 3:30 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-2428, 2421
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Vacy
Located in Vacy, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tocal Homestead and Walka Water Works are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Skipline Park and Lake Saint Clair. Consider Bimbadgen Palmers Lane for a night out or Maitland Showground if you're travelling with kids. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Vacy, NSW
What's nearby
- Tocal Homestead - 26 min drive - 24.5 km
- Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 43 min drive - 40.2 km
- Bimbadgen Estate - 58 min drive - 57.4 km
- Hunter Valley Gardens - 60 min drive - 62.0 km
- Roche Estate - 60 min drive - 62.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Flying Duck Cafe - 11 min drive
- New World Park - 15 min drive
- Aquablu Bistro and Bar - 5 min drive
- Vacy General Store Cafe & Gifts - 11 min drive
- Eaglereach Bistro & Bar - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jenny and Malcolm Patterson

We manage Banjos from our home in Sydney. Our family consists of Jenny, Malcolm and our daughter Alyssa, and our dog Cooper. Malcolm's background is construction, and engineering, and Jenny has a background of Administration and Office Management.
Why they chose this property
We built Banjos from scratch - purchased the 20 acres of land in May 1996, and began building in June 1996, and completing the first stage of our property in March 1998 - consisting of our 2 & 4 bedroom lodges plus the recreation building. Our 3 bedroom lodge was added by June 2005 - completing our retreat. Malcolm wanted a hobby that would keep him busy - Banjos really fits the bill, as there is always lots of ongoing maintenance to keep up with.
Banjos is not just another holiday destination - it has been set-up to make guests feel welcome, comfortable and happy from the very moment they arrive, and is 'our labour of love"!
Banjos is not just another holiday destination - it has been set-up to make guests feel welcome, comfortable and happy from the very moment they arrive, and is 'our labour of love"!
What makes this property unique
Banjos Bushland Retreat is rated 4.5 star, and is very private, luxurious, spacious, family friendly and disabled friendly. Large groups can book all 3 lodges and have the entire retreat in complete privacy. We have won in excess of 35 Tourism Awards since 2002. Banjos is our 'labour of love'!
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