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Live like a local in historic Morpeth

Riverside cottage in Maitland with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Property grounds
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Maitland Gaol
  • Place, Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue
  • Place, Maitland Showground
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Live like a local in historic Morpeth

Elendar is a 130 year old cottage in Morpeth, the historic heart of the Hunter Valley. The 2 bedroom home (with sofa bed in lounge) can accommodate up to 6 people and is pet friendly (small dogs only). Elendar is 250 metres from the centre of the village with its historic bridge and buildings, pubs, cafes, shops, a cellar door and restaurants.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 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
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-36291

About the area

Maitland

Located in Morpeth, a neighbourhood in Maitland, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Maitland Regional Art Gallery and Winter Art Bazaar are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Maitland Gaol and Walka Water Works. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Maitland Showground or Aerohunter. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Morpeth, NSW

What's nearby

  • Maitland Gaol - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Maitland Showground - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Walka Water Works - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Hunter Region Botanic Gardens - 21 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • East Maitland Station - 5 min drive
  • Metford Station - 9 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪East Maitland Bowling Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Regal Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Easts Golf & Leisure - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bunga Raya - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Windsor Castle Hotel - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Live like a local in historic Morpeth pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Live like a local in historic Morpeth?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live like a local in historic Morpeth?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Live like a local in historic Morpeth located?

Located in Morpeth, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Maitland Hospital and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Maitland Gaol. Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon Y.

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

Great stay away cottage with everything

Beautifully appointed workers cottage with heaps of great little touches from the owners. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

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

Very comfortable getaway

The property was even more beautiful than the photos, and our host left us a welcome basket of local treats. Was a very comfortable place to stay while attending a wedding in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

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

Great mix of the old and new

Great mix of the old and new. All the modern conveniences in a comfortable historic home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Wonderful!

Elendar is a beautiful and comfortable home with all creature comforts and more! The owners Suzanne and Andrew are warm and inviting and the location is perfect. Could not have asked for a better place to stay. Was clean and bright and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

david j.

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

good place and location

Really good home and owners, felt like home and would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ange c.

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

A wonderful peaceful getaway

All that was advertised and more! Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Great stay

Elendar is a wonderful place to stay, it is beautifully presented and Suzanne goes all out to make the stay special. We had such a relaxing time and would definitely recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki V.

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

Memorable Morpeth

We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Beautiful goodies supplied by the host on arrival. The house is decorated with such style, everything you could need for a short or long stay and all within walking distance of Morpeth's main centre. Sad to leave! Thank you Suzanne & Andrew for letting us stay in your beautiful home. Just a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Great stay

Was our second stay in this beautiful cottage. Felt at home from the second we arrived, especially when the air con had been put on on a very hot afternoon. Thanks again Suzanne and Andrew.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRETT F.

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

Morpeth weekend 👍

Brilliant restored historic cottage in Morpeth - wonderful gift basket on arrival - enjoyed a cool night around the outdoor fireplace with a bottle or two of local wine - terrific weekend experience- local delis - bakeries - cafes - pubs- and restaurants a real treat - thoroughly recommend… 5 ⭐️’s ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely cottage, with a friendly feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Wonderful old world getaway

Excellent. Very clean and well maintained and equipped. The hosts went that extra step. A great place to stay with our tiny dog- Ziggy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Suzanne and Andrew

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Andrew and Suzanne are originally city dwellers (Suzanne from Sydney and Andrew from Yorkshire in England). We made the tree change to Morpeth many years ago and we truly love it here. We live and work in Morpeth but we are fortunate to have work that takes us all over Australia. Our love of travel (domestic and international) has given us vast experience as guests in all types of accommodation. What we love most is cultural immersion - where you can really get the feel of what it's like to live like a local. Using our travel experience and, taking ideas from some of our favourite hosts (such as in Tasmania, the south of France and Vermont in the USA) we have fashioned Elendar as an immersive, authentic village experience. We hope you will love it!

Why they chose this property

Elendar has loads of historic appeal and features on the local walking tour of notable historic homes (available from the Museum). Elendar is decorated with an eclectic mix of antiques, modern furnishings and photographs and artefacts from our travels. It features reverse cycle air-conditioning and back-up gas heating for very cold nights. The kitchen has an authentic rustic feel but we have installed a new Smeg oven and modern appliances with plenty of cooking utensils and basics for those of you who would like to sample our local produce.

What makes this property unique

Elendar is 250 metres from the centre of the Morpeth village. A 3 minute walk will take you to the Heritage Listed Morpeth bridge, specialty stores, a supermarket, a doctor and a pharmacy. There are loads of cafes, two pubs, two bakeries (including the original Arnott's bakehouse), a cellar door and a couple of good restaurants as well as the award winning UAINE Candles which manufactures beautiful soy candles on the banks of the Hunter River.

Morpeth is also a great location for those of you wanting to explore the wineries and the region. Pokolbin (the winery centre) is about 40 minutes away by car. Newcastle (with its beautiful beaches and buzzing nightlife) is 35 minutes away; Port Stephens is less than an hour away and around Morpeth there are loads of little villages (such as Lorn, Bolwarra and Paterson) which are definitely worth exploring.

Languages:

English, French
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