Vine Lodge- Heritage Getaway in Exeter

The heritage-listed Vine Lodge is located on a large rural property in the picturesque village of Exeter. Our historic homestead is available for short term rental. Step back in time and stay in one of the original homes of the district. Enjoy a private getaway in the beautiful Southern Highlands with incomparable district views, gardens to stroll through and wood fires awaiting you.

The property is ideal for family groups, friends and bridal parties. It is styled with contemporary furnishings, and comfortably accommodates 14 people. You'll find quintessential Exeter and its renowned café at the end of our tree lined driveway.

Venture out into the local towns, wineries or national park to experience the best of the Southern Highlands.

Or just unwind. Forage in the vegetable garden, visit the alpacas, watch the horses or feed the chooks. In the warmer months, enjoy the heated pool.

The Space
Vine Lodge sleeps 14 people, in three connected heritage buildings – the Homestead plus the Outbuilding and the Old Stables wings (circa 1826)

HOMESTEAD
Sleeps up to 10 guests
Contemporary kitchen (ideal for ‘cooking for a crowd’ with ample crockery, pots, pans, toaster, kettle, microwave, dishwasher.)
Refectory-style dining area, with fireplace.
Cosy lounge room, with fireplace.
Five bedrooms (1 double with ensuite, 1 king with ensuite, 3 queen)
Both ensuites have bathtubs
One queen room is accessed via an undercover verandah

OUTBUILDING (included when booking for 10 or more guests)
This was the original kitchen wing outbuilding
Sleeps up to 4 guests
1 bedroom (king bed)
2 single beds
Bathroom

OLD STABLES (included when booking for 14 guests)
The original stable building offers a character filled open plan space
Sleeps up to 3 guests
1 king bed
1 single (raised Indonesian princess bed)
Lounge area
Bathroom
Wifi can be unreliable in Old Stable

We have a cap of 14 guests in total, in line with capacity of living/dining areas

OUTDOOR SPACES
Solar Heated pool with plenty of space for lounging or soaking in the view
BBQ and pizza oven (by prior arrangement)
Covered verandahs
Gorgeous grounds, fruit trees, vegetable garden and chook pen
Parking is plentiful, including carport for 3 cars
Neighbouring alpacas and horses


GUEST ACCESS
Guests have full access to the Vine Lodge house and garden.
Wifi
TV in living room
Board games and library
Washing machine and dryer
Cot and highchair available

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE

• Stroll to the Exeter General Store and grab your morning coffee or lunch
• Tennis court in Exeter Park (at the end of the driveway) can be booked
• Children’s playground in Exeter Park
• Moss Vale and Bowral offer great shopping and eating
• The stunning Morton National Park is a short drive away
• Don’t miss the Vineyards

We are happy to recommend local favourites

LOCAL MARKETS
Exeter Village Markets - 1st Saturday of every month
Bundanoon Makers Markets - 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month
Berrima Schoolyard Markets - 4th Sunday of every month
Bowral Public School Markets - 2nd Saturday of every month

SOME THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND

The Vine Lodge property is a heritage treasure and we treat it as such. Some sections of the building fabric are fragile. Your historic experience may be characterized by floorboards that creek, uneven sandstone paving, steps with non-standard rises, low door openings and flaking lime wash wall finishes.
Enjoy your country experience, away from screens. We have one television in the house.
We love parties and pets, but not at our place.
Most guests bring indoor shoes, pack your best slippers.

Please note that Long Weekends have a minimum stay of 3 nights and the summer period 23 December to 15 January has a minimum stay of 4 nights and will be charged at weekend rates.