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Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages

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Queen bed in loft bedroom
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Child Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages

PROPERTY SETTING:
Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages is conveniently close to Sydney yet you couldn’t feel more removed from the hustle and bustle of daily life once you arrive. Set on 40 acres of pristine land near Kurrajong, in the Hawkesbury area, we are tucked away in the foothills of the Blue Mountains. This is the perfect place for anyone looking to relax in the peace and tranquillity of the rainforest listening only to the birds and the gentle breeze in the trees. Take a walk to enjoy the natural beauty of the wild bushland that abounds, sip fine wine picked up on your day’s travel into the valley or sit by the potbelly stove relaxing; do as much or as little as you like.

THE COTTAGE:
Mud Brick Cottage is a quaint two story cottage built as the original family home. It has three bedrooms, two outdoor entertaining spaces and a small kitchen/dining area. The large loft bedroom has a queen and two kid singles; and the bedrooms downstairs are one queen (attached to the outside and accessed via the veranda) and one twin (internal). Fresh linen and towels are provided and the beds have electric blankets. There's a basic kitchenette and private BBQ to cater for simple meals. The cottage boasts a pot belly stove for heating and stays relatively cool in summer due to its position in the trees and the mud bricks. A double spa bath set in a garden conservatory is perfect for unwinding.

THE PROPERTY:
Mud Brick Cottage is one of five secluded, private, self-contained rustic cabins, each in their own separate area of forest on the property. They are available individually or as a group for up to 24 people. A tennis court is available for use up the hill at the main house.

Pets welcome by arrangement.

SIGHTS:
Nearby attractions include the beautiful botanical gardens of Mt Tomah, quaint Kurrajong village, Richmond markets and the historic Windsor all within 10 to 30 mins drive and well worth a visit. On our doorstep are two World Heritage National Parks, the Blue Mountains and the Wollomi, not to mention the Grose River ideal for a quick swim, or the mighty Hawkesbury River for more.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Multiple hazards for small children - contact me.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Pls notify us you are bringing pets, bring bedding

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9205805
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 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 fire extinguisher

About the area

Sydney

Grose Vale, a neighbourhood in Sydney, is home to this cottage. Karu Distillery and Kurrajong Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Muru Mittigar Aboriginal Cultural and Education Centre and Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Penrith Whitewater Stadium or Sydney International Regatta Centre.
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Grose Vale, NSW

What's nearby

  • Karu Distillery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hawkesbury River - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Macquarie University - 55 min drive - 69.6 km
  • Qudos Bank Arena - 56 min drive - 72.3 km
  • Accor Stadium - 56 min drive - 72.3 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Richmond Station - 14 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panthers North Richmond - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lennox St Social - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Gourmet Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪4 Beans Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages on 18 May 2026 start from NZ$380, 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 Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages located?

Located in Grose Vale, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Karu Distillery and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bell Park and Bowen Mountain Park. Devils Hole Creek Reserve and Kurrajong Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

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

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very rustic and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Perfect for us as we were down from queensland to celebrate an 80th birthday

It was close to family that we were visiting and a very beautiful location. Fiona and Mike were really great and we would definitely come back and stay and enjoy the place more as it was so peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2025
Thanks for your lovely review Michelle, so pleased you enjoyed the peace and relaxation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Great 2 day stay

Beautiful landscape, Mud Brick Cottage is lovely and we enjoyed every minute being there. Highly recommended. As a family, we enjoyed the fire pit, hot spa and the beautiful surroundings. Hosts were brilliant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2025
Thanks so much Christine for such a wonderful review. Thrilled you enjoyed some of the cottage highlights.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Second time back

always love it here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2025
Thanks for the 5 star review, and the best compliment of all - your second visit. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James O.

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

Peaceful escape

We had a lovely long weekend away at mudbrick cottage. The kids had so much fun running around the property. The cottage had everything we needed and it was very refreshing being out of mobile range at the cottage to enjoy some peaceful family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2025
Thanks for your lovely review James, so happy to hear your family enjoyed their time at the cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette C.

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

Bush retreat

We had a lovely stay. Gorgeous location, lovely spa and fire pit. We had a wonderful time.Important to know in advance that there is no reception or internet. This wasn't a problem for us, but good to know for preparation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thanks for your kind review Lynette, so thrilled you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

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

Relaxing and Peaceful

Perfect location, tranquil and relaxing, away from the hustle and bustle and close to all local amenities. The cottage was very comfortable, clean and felt like home away from home. Pet friendly. The owners are very nice people and very accommodating. We have now found accommodation to stay in when travelling from Qld and will be visiting again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

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

Perfect bush stay

Just what we needed! Everything for a short stay in idyllic surrounds. Gave us space to just breathe and be. After the initial 'theres no internet' even the teenager made it through the 2 nights we were there. Would stay again in a heartbeat. Hosts are lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2025
Thanks Kathryn for your lovely review. It was an absolute pleasure to host your family. Glad the teenager survived. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

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

Brilliant

Our group of two families absolutely loved staying at MudBrick Cottage. The owners were so warm and welcoming, it is an excellent location, and we enjoyed being off-grid with no internet access! The kids had fun on the tennis court. A terrific winter escape.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sameer G.

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

Cozy house

I love it❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2025
Thanks for staying Sameer, and for your top review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation is amazing. If your thinking about it, do it!! The driveway to the cottage is a beautiful winding gravel path through forest with little rocky caves hidden up higher and follows a peaceful creek. The cottage itself has all the essentials. Minus phone reception so you can really enjoy the place in peace. Close to Richmond if there is anything extra you need. We were luckily enough to get rain while we were there, it was delightful listening to it fall while in the spa or laying in bed. Fantastic Communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katie w.

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

Such a beautiful and relaxing place

We all really enjoyed the break from the hustle of day to day life and relaxing in this beautiful treasure of a place. Spas, reading, picking apples at nearby Bilpin, gazing into the fire at night. Welcoming hosts. Feeling very rejuvenated and refreshed now.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thanks for your kind review Katie! So thrilled you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Venassa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was very authentic and quiet. Fiona and her husband were the best hosts. So approachable, nothing was a problem. So good. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dev P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The dirt road was hard to climb in a heavy 2WD car, it scraped the bottom and damaged the fendersCould use wifi,Just in case of emergency,Also would like if they left some torches and umbrellas.And if there is no wifi, TV should be working at least or should have a wide array of board games or entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

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

Our lovely stay at mud brick cottage

Review by Millie age 12 We stayed in mud brick cottage in the school holidays with a friend and my parents. It was a welcoming, clean, and simple cottage with 3 bedrooms and multiple beds. The living space was comfortable and nice, the bathroom was rustic and hygienic, and all three bedrooms were warm and cosy. Upstairs was the biggest bedroom where me and my friend slept, and it was really big and we had room to play. The spa bath made everything better, it was so relaxing and gave the house a modern touch. Overall, I would give 5 stars and definitely recommend mud brick cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2023
Thank you Millie for your gorgeous review! We're so thrilled you enjoyed your stay and that you were kind enough to write us a lovely review to let everyone know what you liked about Mud Brick Cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina M.

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

Perfect Nature Injection

We loved this rustic, hidden gem!! A super spot for a family getaway with lots of nature time, fresh air and peace. Fiona and Mike were super hosts, extremely helpful, kind and responsive! We loved the simplicity of the place. It was super cosy and a great spot for our family. Our big boys rode their bikes, whacked the tennis ball, toasted marshmallows and roasted chestnuts. We all went apple picking in Bilpin, had a wonder about the Tomah botanical gardens and enjoyed a hot spa! We loved sitting by the fire both inside and out and rock hopping around the creek. Loved it all. Will pack more long trousers and mozzie repellent next time though!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2024
Thank you so much for your lovely review Nina. We are really grateful you have taken the time to share your experience with others. You packed so much in! Great to meet you and thrilled you enjoyed the cottage, our property and our neighbourhood in the Hawkesbury/Blue Mountains area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathi M.

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

The cutest cottage

This mud brick cottage is the cutest, and the entire property is an oasis!!! Fiona and family are wonderful!!! Everything was ready for us, including a welcome breakfast basket. We thoroughly enjoyed our escape from the world ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Really appreciate your review Kathi, it was a delight to host you. So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camilla D.

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

Great place to reconnect

Thank you Fiona. Magnolia cottage had everything we needed for a relaxed, family get away. Kids loved it and are already asking when we are going back. Hope to see you again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Attila M.

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

Peace and quiet in the heart of Hidden Valley

We absolutely loved the property and surroundings: the rustic charms of the Mud Brick Cottage, the daily walks on the dirt road, the peacefulness of the valley, the fireplace, the spa bath... Excellent place to unwind. Will be back for more 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac H.

One of the most gorgeous places I've been

The location was wonderful and we had an amazing time, brilliant amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hi Isaac, thanks for visiting - so thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with us! Hope you can make it our way again one day. cheers
Archival

8/10 Good

Jake P.

Mud brick cottage.

A nice and quiet place to stay when in western sydney. The mud brick cottage would house a party of 4 with no issues. The only issues you may run into is the lack of reception out there and theres no TV or internet (most people travelling here probably won't care about that though). But all in all I'm quite happy with the value here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Communication
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

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