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Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat

Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat

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Living area
Dining
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Overview of Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat

Reviews
4.3 out of 5 Excellent
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Enjoy the area

Pokolbin, NSW
  • Popular LocationWhite Barn Pokolbin17 min walk
  • Popular LocationBimbadgen Estate18 min drive
  • Popular LocationHunter Valley Gardens22 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat

The first word you will say is WOW when you walk through the door of this Property...

This luxury Architect designed house is tucked away in the middle of open fields full of cows and kangaroos with the Hunter Valley sprawling ahead of you on one side... Olive Groves to the other side and with 25 acres overlooking the Brokenback Range behind you.

Ideal for family and friends gathering... Great for Weddings and reunions.. Pet friendly, so no-one is left out...

Own Escorted Wine Tour Bus on Site from $55 per person.

A peaceful and tranquil setting away from the hustle and bustle of city life and yet it is only minutes away from the famous Hunter Valley vineyards and attractions The loudest noises you will hear are the Kangaroos hopping and the Kookaburras calling!!

As featured in Mail On Sunday!!

What our guests say:-

"Fantastic place for a weekend. Perfect for a group of friends or couples. Everything you need is supplied. Plenty of space to do whatever you want. Really quiet surroundings, great place to unwind, but still close enough to all the wineries, restaurants etc."


Facilities and Pricing

5 double bedrooms (1 with twin double beds), sleeps up to 10 persons with sofa bed can accommodate 4 extra persons if required.

(Bedroom 5 is attached to the main suite and has a double bed, shared bathroom with main suite)

Log fire inside, firepit outside... bring your Marshmallows:)

Reverse cycle air conditioning...lovely and warm!

Swimming Pool and Barbecue areas

Verandahs all round house

Vineyard and Olive Grove Views



Fully equipped luxury kitchen with dishwasher, , breakfast bar, 4 bathrooms and separate WC

Dishwasher

Laundry with washing machine.

Abundant wildlife on property and surrounding areas, including Kangaroos, Kookaburras, Cows and many native birds.

Dams and Creeks (for the Kangaroos)

All linen, cutlery and crockery supplied

Pricing:

Special rates for off peak and longer stays - Just ask!


- minimum 2 night stay may apply, midweek one night stays may be available.

Please note, special rates are available for longer stays and long weekends. A 3 night stay is usually required for long weekends.

A minimum tariff of $350 per stay applies, however, no matter what your requirements please contact us on or , as we always aim to cater to your requirements.


Pet Policy:-

We love animals, however because we have such a lot of wildlife at Kangaroo Creek Retreat/Wallaby Lodge, we do need to be careful as to the kind of animals we allow to accompany our guests, just in case they scare our precious wildlife away.

Please contact us via email or phone and let us know what kind of animal/s you would like to stay with you and we will let you know if we think this is a good mix.



Nearby Attractions

Hope Estate, Bimbagen and Wyndham Estate all closeby and we are on pickup route for buses.

3 Golf Courses including Greg Normans Vintage Club & Cypress Lakes Golf Resort
Chateau Elan Spa
Horse riding through local countryside
Spa and Beauty Treatments
60 Vineyards within 1 - 10 minutes
Hot Air Ballooning
Carriage rides
Nature Walks

Property manager

Andrew and Valerie Haydon

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed
Must be approved in writing

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Must be approved in writing
Property registration number PID-STRA-868-2

About the area

Pokolbin

Located in Pokolbin, this holiday home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hunter Valley Gardens and Belford National Park, while Hope Estate and Australian Army Infantry Museum are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider Roche Estate and Bimbadgen Palmers Lane. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.

What's nearby

  • White Barn Pokolbin - 17 min walk
  • Piggs Peake Winery - 13 min drive
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 18 min drive
  • The Vintage Golf Club - 19 min drive
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Branxton Station - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Huntlee Tavern - 18 min drive
  • Oak & Vine - 25 min drive
  • The Smelly Cheese Shop - 23 min drive
  • Taste of the Country - 22 min drive
  • Harrigan's Hunter Valley - 22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kookaburra @ Kangaroo Creek Retreat located?

Situated in Pokolbin, this golf holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Macquariedale Estate and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lucy's Run Wines and Piggs Peake Winery. IronBark Hill Brewhouse and Tintilla Estate Vineyard and Olive Grove are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.3

Excellent

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Rating 5 - Excellent. 15 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Good. 7 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 3 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 1 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews" "

3.8/5

Cleanliness

4.1/5

Check-in

4.1/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.4/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 day Christmas in July celebrations. The kids, dogs and family had a wonderful time. The property was spacious, a fully stocked kitchen, clean fresh linen and a fabulous farm mountain view with kangaroos and cows on the property. We all had a great time. Thank you Val & Andrew for your hospitality. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

1/5 Terrible

Tayla M.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Unfortunate
Unfortunately I made the mistake of not reading the reviews before booking this accommodation. On the day of arrival I was charged an extra $500 fee incase of damages during the stay, was also charged $15 per guest that was visiting the house during the day time. Nowhere in the booking or original messages was this stated. Inside the house was dusty, full of cobwebs, stained sheets and mould on the air conditioner. The host also did not respect our privacy by walking around the property while we were out. The house is beautiful and could have great potential, but changes need to be made, including the mannerisms of the host
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

5/5 Excellent

Jodi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunter Family Getaway
Large house, well set out for extended family and friends. Excellent kitchen, perfect place to take your pet on holiday too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

5/5 Excellent

Raen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great large home, close to all the Hunter highlights
Our group had a fabulous stay and Val and Andrew’s property the Kookaburra Hideaway. Their home is perfect for a large group, with lots of great seating areas and a well equipped kitchen. It’s a no fuss kind of place where you can feel very comfortable relaxing and taking in the kangaroos and cows next door. We saw some fabulous sunsets and also enjoyed the pool. Would recommend you bring pool towels and some basic pantry items for your stay, other than that the place has everything you need and you are nice and close to some really great wineries. Thanks again to our gracious hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

1/5 Terrible

Renee D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Dirty and terrible
On arrival the location was great however the bedding pillows mattresses had stains all over them a pillows had yellows stains and were ripped and one had a brown stain which looks like someone had a nose bleed on it yellow stains on the mattresses and one mattress was ripped and the springs were sticking out Mould on the window seals Food crumbs and half open milk in the fridge Not sanitary at all would not recommend sorry
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Andrew and Valerie Haydon

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English
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