10/10 Excellent
Sunita K.
2 January 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm Stay
Sunita K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Entire home
Escape to the Country
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
1090 Maitland Vale Rd, Rosebrook, NSW, 2320
- Maitland Showground18 min drive
- Tocal Homestead22 min drive
- Hunter Valley Gardens37 min drive
- Maitland, NSW (MTL)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Main Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Outside Laundry/Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Escape to the Country
ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY AT HUNTER RIVER RETREAT.
If your looking to leave the city behind and unwind on the deck of your own private rustic cottage with stunning views, to sit back and sip a glass of fine Hunter Valley wine and do nothing but soak up the peace and serenity.
Perhaps a picnic on the mountain with a loved one, bush walking on our many trails, spotting local wildlife including our kangaroos and wallabies or feeding our farm animals interest you, then picturesque Hunter River Retreat is for you.
Hunter River Retreat is situated on 110 acres and approx. 2 hrs from Sydney, 15 minutes from Maitland, with boutique wineries close by and the main Hunter Valley wineries approx. 30 minutes away. Full Day Bus Winery Tours can also be organized that pick up from The Retreat - you can taste and not worry about driving.
Goanna Lodge is a private fully self-contained cabin with a huge deck, gourmet BBQ and stunning views which makes entertaining or a family get togethers on the deck a must.
The Goanna lodge has 3 bedrooms, the main bedroom featuring a queen bed, and a glass sliding door leading to the third bedroom, will be loved by the children and features a double bed and a loft bed above, along with a tv and dvd player.
If your looking to leave the city behind and unwind on the deck of your own private rustic cottage with stunning views, to sit back and sip a glass of fine Hunter Valley wine and do nothing but soak up the peace and serenity.
Perhaps a picnic on the mountain with a loved one, bush walking on our many trails, spotting local wildlife including our kangaroos and wallabies or feeding our farm animals interest you, then picturesque Hunter River Retreat is for you.
Hunter River Retreat is situated on 110 acres and approx. 2 hrs from Sydney, 15 minutes from Maitland, with boutique wineries close by and the main Hunter Valley wineries approx. 30 minutes away. Full Day Bus Winery Tours can also be organized that pick up from The Retreat - you can taste and not worry about driving.
Goanna Lodge is a private fully self-contained cabin with a huge deck, gourmet BBQ and stunning views which makes entertaining or a family get togethers on the deck a must.
The Goanna lodge has 3 bedrooms, the main bedroom featuring a queen bed, and a glass sliding door leading to the third bedroom, will be loved by the children and features a double bed and a loft bed above, along with a tv and dvd player.
Property manager
Eloise & Troy Jones
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
With owner approval
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
On outside deck only
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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: with owner approval
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Maitland
Located in Rosebrook, a neighbourhood in Maitland, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mindaribba Weddings and Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Werakata National Park and Columbey State Conservation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Aerohunter or Maitland Showground. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Rosebrook, NSW
What's nearby
- Walka Water Works - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
- Maitland Showground - 18 min drive - 16.6 km
- Tocal Homestead - 22 min drive - 19.6 km
- Bimbadgen Estate - 35 min drive - 37.0 km
- Hunter Valley Gardens - 37 min drive - 40.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lochinvar Hotel Motel - 20 min drive
- Guzman Y Gomez - 15 min drive
- McDonald's - 14 min drive
- KFC - 15 min drive
- D'Artagnan's Cafe - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Parisa H.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, quiet place and a beautiful vintage style cottage
Parisa H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
miriam v.
11 May 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great stay
miriam v.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
23 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and service
Laura B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Prakriti G.
2 April 2025
Prakriti G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gina M.
7 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and perfect for a retrest
Gina M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ryan S.
6 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and secluded
Ryan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
8/10 Good
Rebecca H.
23 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cottage
Rebecca H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Josephine B.
21 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean , comfortable cabin.Large bedrooms & living areas.
Josephine B.
10/10 Excellent
Bianca V.
21 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a chill weekend away!
Bianca V.
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
6 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely spot
Melissa C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Eloise & Troy Jones
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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