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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Garden
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Great place for a family break.
Mountain View is a beautiful cabin in a natural setting. You can relax in the spa bath, visit the little creek at the edge of the property or the dam, walk the Lemon tree walk, or just sit and enjoy the views from sunrise to starlight. Dawn and dusk sees the local wallabies gather and the many birds sing & feed on our 100 acres.
Only 10 minutes from Dungog, 2 kilometres from a clear river to swim in or picnic by, 30 minutes drive from the Barrington Tops National Park and one of only 3 buildings on 100 acres (mostly bush, partly cleared) means there is something for everyone.
Come alone, as a couple, a small family or group to enjoy peaceful, panoramic views across the Williams River valley to the Barrington Tops & the surrounding bush here on our 100 acres.
There is a spacious bedroom with a queen-sized bed, disabled access bathroom, a bunk room with single bunk beds, a fully equipped kitchen with full-sized stove & fridge, plus reverse cycle air conditioning, TV & DVD player in the roomy lounge area, and a BBQ outside. So cater for yourself or head into Dungog (less than 15 minutes away) to one of their eateries. The roomy bathroom has a walk in shower and a spa bath. There is a solar hot water system, with a booster switch near the stove. A half hour will reheat the water on those overcast or wintery days, so there is always plenty to go round.
In the cooler months your outdoor fire pit gives you a cosy place to sit under the stars.
Please note: Dungog is a high rainfall area but whenever staying in the country and planning to have a fire it is important to check the local conditions. Search Search' NSW Rural Fire Service- Fire danger ratings and total fire bans' for current fire bans- we are region '3' on the map.
In the interest of health and safety please consider the following:- If in the two weeks before your visit: You or anyone you live with, or someone in your group, has travelled to any areas that have been impacted by COVID-19, or You or someone in your group, has been diagnosed with, or suspect that you have contracted, or have symptoms for COVID-19, or you or someone in your group, currently have travel restrictions in your area due to COVID-19, then you cannot come to our property. We realise people do their best but if due to the covid-19 pandemic you need to cancel your booking (even at the last minute) due to a government health order, with proof, we will try and shift your booking or give you a refund. Please contact us asap.
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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
Note from host: Only registered guests allowed on property.
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
About the area
Fosterton
Located in Fosterton, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Stroud Country Club and Camyr Allyn Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Killarney Nature Reserve and Barrington Tops National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Barrington Tops National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Getting around
Dungog Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Wilderness Cafe - 62 min drive
Dungog Barrington Bakery - 24 min drive
Banks Hotel - 23 min drive
Rosewood Restaurant - 62 min drive
Olde World Charm - 24 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Great place for a family break. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Great place for a family break.?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great place for a family break. on 2 June 2026 start from NZ$214, 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.
How much is parking at Great place for a family break.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Great place for a family break.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great place for a family break.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Great place for a family break. located?
Situated on a river, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Killarney Nature Reserve and Barrington Tops National Park. Bennett Park and Dungog Common are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Mountain View cabin at Fosterton Retreat was a great place to stay. Host Max is friendly and chilled. He met us at check in and after showing us around we had 101 acres to ourselves as there were no other guests. We were planning on driving out to Barrington Tops to do some walks but ended up staying at the property to do their short walks, checking out their labyrinths, wildlife spotting and star gazing. Nearby river is a short drive away which was a cool and refreshing place for a dip. Cabin itself was cosy and comfortable with everything we needed for 4. We really enjoyed our relaxing weekend at Fosterton Retreat.
A peaceful, comfortable cabin in the mountains where we could relax and unwind, enjoy the natural surroundings and explore the country town of Dungog. The cabin has everything you would need for a short or long stay. Max our host was informative, friendly and accommodating and we can’t wait to visit again.
Location was beautiful and quiet. Cabin had everything you needed. Comfy bed, lovely bathroom, aircon, bbq and great outdoor fire pit. Will definitely be coming back. Host Max was fabulous, very friendly and helpful. Unique grass Labyrinths to find on property.
Shantal J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thanks Shantal, glad you had a good stay & nice to meet you both.
Beautiful country retreat to enjoy some peace, quiet and plenty of nature
We had a wonderful stay at the Fosterton Retreat. It was a lovely cottage located on a beautiful block of land surrounded by nature. Many local wallabies hanging out and an easily accessible river for the hot days. Would definitely recommend staying here for a country escape. Max and Bronwyn were very helpful as well, giving detailed directions and local knowledge.
Had a great time over the weekend. We all loved the property and the walks onsite. Bellbirds, Whipbirds, wallaby's, kangaroos, and many more birdlife - just great to get back to nature and unwind. Thanks Max.
Lovely two bedroom farm house out in the bush, situated amongst trees and bushland with kangaroos and wildlife around.
Deck, spa, BBQ and epic fire pit that you can cook over under the stars. Kids bedroom and toys ready to go. Loved it.
The weekend away was more than as planned
It was so nice to take a break from busy lifestyle and just to relax
We enjoyed the bush walk
The kangaroos coming us for the visit
Birds singing and chirping, beautiful butterflies flying around
We would love to go back to use the nice firepit (which we could not use due to the weather)
Love it
We enjoyed the Mountain View cabin. There was everything we needed. The first day weather was rainy and cold, but the cabin was lovely and warm. The spa bath was lovely after our walk around the Dungog Common. The location of the cabin was very convenient, a short drive from Dungog. The bed was very comfortable. Everything was clean and neat. Firewood also provided, which was excellent as the forest was wet due to rain. Gladly recpmmend this place.
Property is in a very peaceful spot.
The bathroom is shared through the main bedroom so probably better suited to family than a group of friends.
The bunk beds were definitely suited to children and not adults again leaning towards a family rental.
Max was very communicative and we had everything we needed for our brief stay. thanks
Returning to fosterton retreat was a delight. The natural beauty around is a marvel, great privacy from the other properties nearby and the cabin itself is still incredibly cute and exactly what we wanted.
Only trouble this time was the water pump having a melt down, and after some emergency repairs the hot water being nothing but a dribble the entire time (making showers or the bath unfeasible). Best to send a message to the hosts to ensure everything is great before you arrive.
Besides this, highly recommend staying here.
Krister L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
About the host
Hosted by Bronwyn/Max Greive
Bronwyn & Max are both amazed with the beauty of nature and the resourcefulness of people. We met out the back of Bourke (country NSW) & been happy living in the city, but are pleased to be able to get back to the country. As you see we are colourful people who are both artists who love to create, Max in wood and Bronwyn in paints, textiles, & lots of other medium, selling their work locally in the Hunter. Some of their work can be found throughout the property as well as Bronwyn's in the local Dungog by Design. Max is also a labyrinth enthusiast & works as counsellor, while Bronwyn is studying & teaching in the art sector at the University of Newcastle. We enjoy and have spent a lot of our lives helping people (ourselves included) connect with community, family, partners, and nature, all while encouraging people to be creative and go deeper. So there are 4 labyrinths on the property- 1 marked out on the slope as you come up to the house another laid into the ground on the left of the driveway down to the cabins. Feel free to walk one or all of them. Take your time. We also run creative nature & creative spiritual workshops & retreats here & elsewhere .
Why they chose this property
This is a 30 year dream come true- we have wanted to have a country place where individuals, families and groups connect with people, nature, creativity and community. We like to gather our children and grandchildren, parents and wider family here and want others to experience that too. Finding a cedar clad place on 100 acres was amazing- there were good 'bones' in place to create a charming, welcoming and artistic feel, a place where there can be nurture of the land, relationships and the soul. Most of the property, while secondary growth, is natural bushland with various habitats; bush, dry sclerophyll and wet gullies, creek, grasslands, steep and more gentle hillsides; so we have cut some walks through for people to enjoy and connect with it themselves. While we and others have spotted over 30 different bird species we don't believe we have seen them all yet. As well as birds the wallabies are so wonderful, grazing most morning and evenings, often with their joeys and these are less skittish the longer we are there. Bronwyn's great grandmother was born around this area, so there are other ways it is a re-connection for us as well. Fosterton Retreat also inspires our creativity and we want to be able to encourage this in others while providing a place and opportunities for personal, relational, communal, environmental transformation & restoration. Fosterton Retreat gives us a chance to do all this.
What makes this property unique
It's hard to go past the clean air, the great views, the wallabies grazing, the numerous native birds & the 100 acres these cabins sit in with different habitats, eg: a wet gully, a hilly grassland & magnificent views. BUT the buildings themselves also attracted us. We fell in love with these cabins as each are based on the traditional Australian settler cabin, with good-sized rooms, dado rails, verandahs to help keep it cool, & provide a place to enjoy the view or the breeze. Being clad in cedar (originally red cedar was common in this area) is a bonus. We are putting our own touch on this place, welcoming, practical touches- like places to put your bags in each room, as well as artistic touches, that make this even more unique- like themed rooms, carefully chosen artworks and colourful doona covers that add to the effect of the decor. As we work to establish more plants in and around the property, these are purposely chosen for their suitability for the area and to attract more wildlife, especially birds. Mostly we are putting in plants indigenous to this area, but there we have included a couple of others for their therapeutic and symbolic nature. This is not a sterile environment and will not look or feel like every other house you've been to (maybe like no other house you've been to) & we think that is great.
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