Entire home

Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906]

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Almost there, serenity now! 
Access via 5.5km of dirt road, 4WD preferable.
Front Verandah
Property looking magical after snowfall 10 June 2021
Wide hallway entry
Hallway exit
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Map
Hill End, NSW
  • Popular LocationHill End Historic Site9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMudgee Golf Course65 min drive
  • AirportMudgee, NSW (DGE)66 min drive
  • Popular LocationWiruna Dark Sky Observing Site75 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906]

A simple, very rustic [self-contained] homestead, best enjoyed by people wanting to escape the fast paced city life for the tranquility of the country. It is remote, yet only 6km into Hill End town. We offer our guests, space, clean/comfortable beds, spectacular views, peace and quiet!

Access to the homestead is via 5.5kms of dirt road from the highway, 4WD is preferable, however a 2WD will get you to the homestead [in dry weather] and back if you take it slow and easy. Strictly 4WD only in the winter months and after heavy rain.

Bring your pet [maximum of two], relax and just laze around the homestead, enjoy a drink or two around the outdoor fire-pit, go for a walk, practice your photography, paint a picture, take in the bird life [so many!], gaze the amazing star show at night. If you don't want to cook take a short drive into Hill End historic township for great coffee and food at either Hill End Estate, Hill End General Store & Cafe or Hill End Pub, plus don't forget to visit the History Hill Museum Hill and the Hill End Heritage Centre.

Initially part of Gundowda Estate in Hargraves, NSW, the property was later split up for sale and the homestead was purchased by the Graham family in 1976. Having lost their original home to fire, they then spent the next three years lovingly and painstakingly deconstructing the homestead and then rebuilding it plank by plank, brick by brick, onto its present site at Posey Hill, Hill End.

This is a truly unique property featuring, 12 foot ceilings, six fireplaces, four extra large bedrooms [sleeping a total of 12 people], country kitchen with electric and wood-fire stoves, wooden floorboards throughout, wrap-around verandas, federation bathroom with claw-foot tub.

The feeling you get when you enter this property is hard to put into words, but it just feels good to be there.

Only an hour's drive to either Mudgee or Bathurst and three and a half hours from Sydney.

$280 per night, minimum 3 night stay [discounts for return and longer stays].
No All Terrain Vehicles, Quad Bikes, Motor Bikes or Hunting allowed.

Property manager

Bob and Anna Proestos
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 9:00 AM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note open fireplaces and gas heater

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Above 6 people will incur an extra $50 per night

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only

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
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-64416, 2850

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hill End

Located in Hill End, this vacation home is in a rural area. Hill End Historic Site and Wattle Flat Heritage Lands are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Girralang Nature Reserve and Freemantle Nature Reserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Hill End, NSW

What's nearby

  • Hill End Historic Site - 9 min drive
  • Mudgee Golf Course - 65 min drive
  • Lowe Family Wine Co - 69 min drive
  • Wiruna Dark Sky Observing Site - 75 min drive
  • Abercrombie House - 95 min drive

Getting around

  • Mudgee, NSW (DGE) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Shed Restaurant & Cafe
  • Hill End General Store - 10 min drive
  • Hill End Estate - 9 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Posey Hill Winter Family Getaway
Simply superb and everyone can't wait to return
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in the country.
Well looked after farmhouse. Beautiful paddocks surrounding the farmhouse, stretching up gentle hills in all direction- gives plenty of space and privacy (and lots of nice walks/views). Close to Hill End, kids enjoyed the town and gold panning. House much larger than we expected and bedrooms were all a good size. Our dog also enjoyed the large fenced yard around the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant
This was our second stay after 2 years of our youngest recounting the last stay as having been the best holiday we had ever been on (agreed on by his siblings). Anna left a lovely present for the birthday boy which he loved and wrote a reply which he left on the kitchen table. The second stay was even better than the first. The whole family are very happy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Paru S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place on Budget
Very nice and cosy place for the price. We really enjoyed our stay in posey Hill. Bob and Anna were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Schatzi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway to unwind!
What a sublime getaway we had! The absolutely perfect place to unwind, reset and recharge! We had a wonderful 3 nights at Posey HIll. The homestead is beautifully preserved and presented and includes a fully equipped kitchen for all your self catering needs. The wrap around verandah was the perfect spot to relax. I recommend bringing a pair of binoculars as the bird life was pretty amazing once you started looking! Our count from our stay: Red rumped parrot, Welcome Swallow, Weebill , Willy Wag Tail, Gallah, Magpie, Black faced cuckoo shrike, Wedge Tailed Eagle, Superb Fairy Wren, Magpie Lark, Eastern Rosella, Australian Wood Duck, Grey Falcon. We were able to access Posey Hill with our Mazda 3 but we got REALLY lucky because it was quite dry prior to our arrival and during our whole stay. I’d suggest a 4WD (as they recommend prior to booking) is the way to go. BUT grateful I somehow missed ALL those warnings and booked and then just kept fingers crossed that the weather makers would be kind - and they were! When the time came (3 nights goes fast!) I really didn’t want to leave. Anna and Bob are running a beautiful property! With a personalised welcome note, flowers and delicious Mudgee Biscotti - it was the cherry on the top of our fabulous break!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bob and Anna Proestos

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We are tree changes originally from the Southern suburbs of Sydney working way too much. Decided to make a move to Mudgee 8 years ago and are now settled on a 100 acre farm just outside of town with cows, sheep, chickens and dogs

Why they chose this property

We were looking for more land for cattle breeding when we came across this beautiful farm and homestead. We knew we wanted to give it the love and attention it deserves whilst also giving guests a chance to experience its special vibe.

What makes this property unique

Tranquility away from busy city life.
Magnificent landscapes.
Star gazing, bird watching.
Close to the very friendly township of Hill End.

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