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Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges

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Interior
Relax on the pontoon
In summer the lotus covers a lot of the dam
The pontoon looks longer in the photograph
The water level in the dam can vary by about a two metres in this drought!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges

Looking at visiting Bundanon Art Museum? The Boyd Education Centre? The new development at Riversdale? Tapitallee Lodges are the closest affordable accommodation.
Heron's Rest is pet friendly with the restriction being two small dogs. Big dogs, a dam close by, cattle next door and a tiled floor do not mix.
If you need to get away and relax then Heron's Rest is for you, it's also a pretty romantic get away.
After so many marriage proposals here ask us if we can located some roses, champagne and chocolates. Give us a bit of time and we can do a package for that proposal, anniversary, apology or an attempt for Brownie Points.
Built on the edge of a farm dam Heron's Rest has a wonderful pontoon out the front with seating for four, a small fire box and a view which will blow away all those cares and worries.
Inside there is a modern fully equipped kitchen and living room.
Each bedroom has its own large ensuite and queen sized bed. There is a large amount of storage in each ensuite.
Your booking is for the whole cottage. If you require the second bedroom just let us know.
There is only ever one booking at a time in Heron's Rest so you will never have to share with anyone.
Although not built as being wheelchair friendly Heron's Rest has proved easy for a person in a small wheelchair to get around inside. The ensuites consist of a fixed head and a hand held shower head.
As this property is right on the edge of a dam children will need parental supervision.
Berry and Kangaroo Valley are about 20 minutes away and we are the closest accommodation to Riversdale and Bundanon. It is an easy trip to the surf at Seven Mile Beach, Jervis Bay and Huskisson.
Riversdale, the Arthur and Yvonne Education Centre is close by. Bundanon is spending $30 million building a new gallery, coffee shop and education accommodation.
The new close by horse stables and round yards will soon be finished. The Boyd homestead is also open on Saturday and Sunday. It is also worth the trip to the Cambewarra Lookout for breakfast or for my favourite, the curly fries. And if you really want the best of the best go to Flame in North Nowra and ask for their garlic prawns and bread to mop up the sauce. The prawns are not on the menu so you have to ask for them. If you are really hungry try their pork ribs which are to die for plus the Greek salad and pizza. To be really decadent try their pizzas as well. I’m not on commission but these young people are tops. If you are into the best fish and chips, actual awards, go to the Pelican Rocks at Greenwell Point, breakfast and lunch only. How about high tea at Cambewarra Estate? Other than the lookout you will need to book ahead. With Flame you will need to order the ribs and prawns.

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 13/2038

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Tapitallee

Located in Tapitallee, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tapitallee Nature Reserve and Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve, while Nowra Museum and Meroogal are cultural highlights. Shoalhaven Zoo and Nowra Aquatic Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tapitallee, NSW

What's nearby

  • Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Tapitallee Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Bugong National Park - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Cambewarra Estate Winery - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Bomaderry Creek Regional Park - 9 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 23 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪South Yeast Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Nowra Bowling Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges on 6 April 2026 start from NZ$133, 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 Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Privacy space comfort. Visit Bundanon Stay at Heron's Rest @ Tapitallee Lodges located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tapitallee Nature Reserve, Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve and Bugong National Park. Morton National Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Heron’s Rest was peaceful and relaxing. Fantastic setup with everything you need and very friendly hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful getaway

Trevor's hospitality really made this trip - he has wonderful communication and I was welcomed with a warm loaf of fresh bread and other goodies. The place was serene and beautiful. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely relaxing stay

Lovely position, nicely set out and lovely touches from the owners (fresh flowers and home made bread - thanks Trev) .. we’ll stocked pantry and brekkie supplies
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maudud C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accomodation.

I would highly recommend family (also with Pet owner) to stay here. I can assure you will love it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely gorgeous

If your looking for a little slice of heaven then this is the place to stay... Absolutely gorgeous views great location & amazing hosts.... You will never want to leave... We absolutely loved it 😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view from every window.

Very peaceful and quiet location. Very easy to unwind and staying in the present moment without a worry in the world.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angus C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

relaxing country stay

The property is set off a very picturesque lagoon full of beautiful pink lilies. it superbly quiet which made our stay so relaxing. its situated close enough to the local amenities that a quick 15-minute drive you can get supplies if needed. the hosts were fantastic and were available if you needed anything. i would highly recommend Tapitallee Lodges for a relaxing stay
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a perfect stay close to the Arthur Boyd arts centre at Bundanon. The host was very welcoming and the homemade bread was the best. We enjoyed the peace and quiet, although the night song of frogs in the pond did add to the rural scene.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique setting, comfort charm and great bird watching

Heron’s Rest was a great find. It offered a unique setting to relax in comfort and was only a few minutes away from Bundanon and the excellent gallery there. We used it as a base to explore the Shoalhaven Trev and Carol were helpful unobtrusive hosts with good local advice to share. We enjoyed our stay at Heron’s Rest very much. And there were wombats!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Escape

Had an absolutely wonderful stay at Heron’s Rest for 3 nights. We attended a wedding at Bundanon and staying here meant we only had a 5 minute drive! It was a lovely surprise to find freshly home baked bread upon our arrival and we ate it all! We slept serenely at night and enjoyed all the amazing wildlife during the day! Thanks ao much for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Heydar A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Amazing view amazing communication
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tapitalli

Our stay for 3 weeks was so enjoyable, in a delightful and peaceful setting away from the busy Nowra and beachside places. We were very comfortable with owners generously supplying essentials including pantry items. We would recommend this property.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil, recommended

We enjoyed 3 nights. Trevor was very helpful and accommodating. Kitchen is well stocked, with plenty of first breakfast goodies provided. Our miniature schnauzer really enjoyed himself. Recommended 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful get away

Picturesque setting and incredibly well resourced! Left you wanting for nothing. Farm fresh eggs, freshly baked bread all on arrival. As Trevor told me on arrival you will not starve lol :) Great comfy bed. Quiet, can't really fault it. We really recommend a stay here at Herons Rest
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic hosts provide generous and personalized amenities - everything you need. Setting is the most beautiful natural environment you could imagine. Pond immediately out the front door with pontoon pier and patio provided perfect opportunity to be among the birds while enjoying a snack and drink. Spacious rooms to relax, sparking and clean on arrival. Nearby points of interest. We loved it and would highly recommend for a great experience and stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eirenei A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful escape

Trev n carol are amazing people. Our time there was a beautiful escape, it was an escape from the busy life we have. Incredible and relaxing. We celebrated our anniversary there and I can tell you it was perfect for us. We were both delighted with the loaf of bread Trev made which was beautifully made. Thank you Trev n carol we hope to come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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4/10 Poor

Julie J.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Photos are misleading.needs a woman's touch.no cover on the quilt or pillow cases.outdoor table filt

Was expecting a much nicer,cleaner accomodation
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet cottage in a lovely setting

The cottage overlooks the wide section of a creek which is filled with lotus and waterlilies, and it has a wooden pontoon which we found perfect for breakfasts and sundowners. The cottage is comfortable and peaceful, and we liked the facts that the interior is simple and unfussy, that the property is dog friendly and that there are things to do in the area if you're so inclined, but what we really appreciated was the generous supply of breakfast items, especially the fresh baked bread. Thank you Trev and Carol.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace Perfect Peace

We chose to have a very quiet Xmas this year. Staying for 4 nights at Heron’s Rest was peaceful calm and serene. The surroundings and scenery are beautiful with the dam taking centre stage with lotus flowers bobbing and blooming. A glass of wine on the pontoon and watching our dog get control of her ‘Pontoon legs’ was very entertaining! We had everything we needed in the accommodation. The skyscraper loaf of bread was sublime. We would definitely return. Thanks again to our hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Richard F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heron's Rest @Tapitallee Lodges

The impression of the property is pretty much as you see in the pictures, with some more lilli pads out on the water. My eldest son and I stayed for two nights. The hosts, Trev and Carol were a friendly couple. who made our stay Upon entering the holiday house there was a bottle of red and a freshly baked loaf of bread and nibbles. In the fridge were all the fresh ingredients for a hearty breakfast in the morning. A large wombat moseyed across the balcony. We left the windows open both evenings to listen to the chorus of different frog sounds. In the mornings skinks a small water dragons sun baked on the pontoon in the morning sun. I highly recommend a stay at the Heron's Rest @ Tapitalee Lodges. We look forward to going back there again. Thanks Trev and Carol
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant and quiet, as one would expect being 20 minutes out in the country from Nowra. Host was welcoming and not intrusive. Amenities were modern and clean with everything you needed. There was no Wi-Fi and had to rely on 4G phone (1 or 2 bars). Nice view over the dam with lots of water lilies, ducks and frogs in the evening.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

Very welcoming hosts. Extremely relaxing and picturesque property. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always perfection

Beautiful surroundings, amazing property, lovely hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most enjoyable stay

Apart for the exquisite location (3km from Bundanon) and tranquil meals on the pontoon, what stood out for us was the generosity of Trevor and Carol. Fresh baked bread, and a fridge equipped with bacon, eggs, milk. Many more thoughtful touches. There was no WiFi but there was reasonable 3/4G so that was not a problem. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming, comfortable, idyllic stay!

Trevor was extremely welcoming and reached out to ensure that we could find our way as we arrived after dark! The lodge was well stocked, comfortable and had all we needed and extras too to make our stay special. Would highly recommend :D
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Trevor J kilner

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All our cottages are on the one property

Why they chose this property

25 acres in the lower Cambewarra Range. Each of our cottages is unique with plenty of wildlife around

What makes this property unique

Riversdale, the Arthur and Yvonne Education Centre is close by. Bundanon is spending $30 million building a new gallery, coffee shop and education accommodation.
The new close by horse stables and round yards will soon be finished.

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