Brumby's Run Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & large groups

Family-friendly lodge with sauna and Hot tub

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Bedroom 1
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
NZ$1,034
avg per night

Explore the area

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Vacy, NSW
  • Place, Skipline Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Tocal Homestead
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Hunter Valley Gardens
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪74 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
The current price is NZ$1,034
avg per night

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About the area

Vacy

Located in Vacy, this lodge 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 cycling, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Skipline Park - 21 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Tocal Homestead - 27 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 45 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 60 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Roche Estate - 60 min drive - 62.0 km

Getting around

  • Martins Creek Station - 19 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Flying Duck Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪New World Park - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Vacy Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aquablu Bistro and Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vacy General Store Cafe & Gifts - ‬11 min drive

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

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 12:30 PM
Check out before 3:30 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Brumby's Run Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & large groups have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Brumby's Run Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & large groups pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Brumby's Run Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & large groups?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Brumby's Run Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & large groups?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Brumby's Run Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & large groups?

Checkout is at 3:30 PM.

Where is Brumby's Run Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & large groups located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly lodge is 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from Skipline Park and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Tocal Homestead. Maitland Showground and Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center are also within 25 miles (40 km).