Hawkesbury Country Retreat

Hawkesbury Country Retreat

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The driveway
The front gate
Ducks in the Orchard
Strolling down the driveway
Kids river swingrope at dusk

Overview of Hawkesbury Country Retreat

4.1 out of 5 Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • GymGymGym

Check out the area

Cornwallis, NSW
  • Popular LocationHawkesbury River1 min walk
  • Popular LocationHawkesbury Race Club9 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Australiana Pioneer Village13 min drive
  • AirportPalm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)99 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 26)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed and 2 King Beds

Bedroom 7

+3
2 Single Beds and 5 Queen Beds

Lounge Room

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Toilet Block

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hawkesbury Country Retreat

Our beautiful property, is located on the outskirts of Sydney minutes from the historic towns of Windsor and Richmond in the Hawkesbury area.

You’ll love our place because it is a spacious house on the river front with amazing views, designed for entertaining. This home away from home is for small or big groups who want to relax in comfort, style and privacy with friends and family. It's only a 1 hour drive from just about anywhere in Sydney.

Situated on a quiet country road, and hidden among citrus orchards on the banks of the tranquil Hawkesbury River you will find our place, a luxurious holiday home, ideal for those looking to find the perfect escape from the city.

We can set up a long table to seat 25+ people.

EVENTS:
Please let us know if you want to hold an event at our property. We can host all types of events from 30 to 500 with associated charges available on request. There is a fee for any additional guests who come to the property but are not staying. There is also event fees for 30+ people. Please let us know what you are planning and we can discuss costs directly.

If you are wanting to have a wedding please let us know and we can provide you with an information pack that outlines all we can provide for you and the associated costs involved.

THE SPACE
Enjoy a swim in the large in-ground pool, ride your bikes around the property, kick a ball or fly a kite on the front lawn (350m x 160m long), take a kayak for a paddle down the gentle Hakesbury River, feed the ducks, collect fresh eggs from the chooks, pick your own veggies from the kitchen garden or host a BBQ and party at our riverside entertaining area. Wander through the walk-in bird aviary with over 50 native and exotic birds to feed.

NEW** Play with and feed the baby rabbits, lamb, baby chicks, guinea pigs, quails in our Petting Zoo - your kids will love it!!!

OUTDOOR LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT:
Wander through the front orchard of over 100 trees picking oranges to juice for your breakfast (in season), or you might like to have a picnic in the back orchard of 60 mixed fruit trees... (see pics)

Soak up the tranquillity on the pontoon by the river which has the best views in the whole of the Hawkesbury and is the perfect place to be at sunset.

Enjoy a long lazy meal, a few drinks and a chat with your friends and family in one of the many outdoor settings on the veranda or downstairs on the lawn or amongst the trees of the back orchard.

Go for a gentle pedal on the push-bikes and explore the flat country lanes of the “lowlands” area or ride into town to the cafes, shops and pubs etc.

Go fishing or explore the Hawkesbury river from the pontoon.

There’s loads of outdoor recreational games for adults and older children to keep you amused including a full size table tennis table, pool table, volleyball, cricket, soccer, badminton, bocce, baseball, & kites.

You might like to toast some marshmallows or chill out by the Outdoor Fire in our new courtyard.

Feed the horses in the paddocks.

INDOOR ENTERTAINMENT
Large 55” Full HD LCD TV



Portable JBL Boombox system with ipod/ipad/iphone capability


A wide variety of games for adults and children , many new board games for adults and children, card games, backgammon, and a poker set.

Toys/beds/chairs for babies/toddlers (on request)

Shelves full of recently released books (novels) and stacks of magazines. Phones & Broadband:

Full mobile phone reception



GUEST ACCESS
The whole property is your to access. Let us know if you want to plan an event as we can do weddings and luncheons, family reunions, girls weekends, etc. We are happy to discuss large scale parties for up to 200 by arrangement.

GUEST INTERACTION
We occasionally have a live in property manager/gardener, Gaetan who has a room away from the house. You may see him during the daytime. He can normally help with anything you need.

NEIGHBORHOOD OVERVIEW
You will be surrounded by orange orchards, market gardens, turf farms and private polo facilities. Quiet, flat country roads and lanes to walk and ride around in the "Lowlands" area of the Hawkesbury where our property is located. Beautiful views of pink skies and sunsets over the Blue Mountains and down the Hawkesbury River in the afternoon. Watch hot air balloons fly over head during the early mornings.

GETTING AROUND
We are a 5 minute taxi ride from Windsor Train Station or less than 1 hour drive from Sydney CBD up the M2 Motorway.

LATE CHECK-OUT
We can often allow a late checkout at 5pm, however there is a fee of $500. Please nominate if you would like a late check-out.

GUEST NUMBERS
Please confirm final numbers of guests staying or visiting for your event prior to the commencement of your booking.
Base price is for 6 guests. Additional guest rate is an additional $100pp, per night.

Property manager

andrew brown

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Not inside, only outside

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 2756,PID-STRA-4811

About the area

Sydney

This farm stay is located in Cornwallis, a neighbourhood in Sydney, and is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Australiana Pioneer Village and Rouse Hill House & Farm are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Heartbreak Ridge Paintball and Nurragingy Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hawkesbury Race Club or Penrith Whitewater Stadium. Waterskiing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Hawkesbury River - 1 min walk
  • Hawkesbury Race Club - 9 min drive
  • Western Sydney University Hawkesbury Campus - 12 min drive
  • Lynwood Country Club - 12 min drive
  • The Australiana Pioneer Village - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Windsor Station - 7 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Hut - 7 min drive
  • Subway - 7 min drive
  • Macquarie Park Boathouse Cafe - 9 min drive
  • Windsor Ice Cream Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Gloria Jean's Coffees - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hawkesbury Country Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hawkesbury Country Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hawkesbury Country Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawkesbury Country Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hawkesbury Country Retreat located?

This family-friendly Sydney farm stay is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Hawkesbury River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Australiana Pioneer Village and Western Sydney University Hawkesbury Campus. Hawkesbury Race Club and Windsor Downs Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.1

Very good

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4.4/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting!
Amazing setting with the yard, pool, river access, just a beautiful place to enjoy. Was perfect for our large family group
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

5/5 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hens Extravaganza
Everything was outstanding. The staff and management are so helpful and friendly. It was a perfect weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

5/5 Excellent

Nina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a special birthday weekend away
We booked this place for a special birthday and we’re not disappointed. Only can recommend. If you require a late check out, let the owners know at the beginning of your booking. Don’t wait for them to contact you closer to the date as that might be too late like in our case. Wonderful location to hang out with friends, kids and pets. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

4/5 Good

MATTHEW R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The place was huge! Was very cozy and had many attractions. The property manager was very helpful and friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Eryk B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible property, incredible hosts
This is an amazing property. Anna and Andrew went above and beyond to host our group of 20 after floods came through Windsor. They managed to put the property back into shape in no time at all so that we could enjoy a really special weekend away. I can’t recommend Cornwallis enough. It’s huge, has top notch facilities for a large group and a really welcoming and inclusive atmosphere created by Anna and Andrew. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by andrew brown

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Andrew and Anna diligently transformed the farm from a redundant orange orchard to a sprawling self-sustaining 20-acre farm which now provides the family with most of their fruit and vegetable needs.. The children are also ‘free range’, with chores and responsibility for the farm animals which now also include peacocks, chicken, ducks, horses, a petting zoo and the family dogs Billie and Buddha

Why they chose this property

Its unique

What makes this property unique

Can be used as a family get away or for your next big or small event
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