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Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1.

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Welcome to Alkira Lodge number 1 in Parkes
Main bedroom King bed
Main bedroom King bed
Main bedroom
Main bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 Victoria Suite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Charlotte Suite

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 Kate Suite

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4 Elizabeth Annexe Suite

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2 Annexe Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom Main House

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1.

Alkira Lodge on Orange is definitely the best stay in Parkes all 5 star reviews and a super host managing this great home. This gorgeous heritage style bungalow house built in the early 1900's has been beautifully restored and boasts the heritage integrity as well as the more modern requirements of living today.
Enjoy a short stroll down Orange Street to access all you needs for your stay. Our home caters for 10 as couples but 6 singles. Our property has a great backyard with a Pizza oven, BBQ and outdoor fire pit all complimented by a manicured garden.

The Space: 3 generous bedrooms - Main House 1 king bed, 2 queen beds and 1 double and single (bunk bed)and our Annexe Suite 1 queen bed with its own en-suite which is a separate space from the main house and located in our backyard.

The house is surrounded by beautiful, manicured gardens, BBQ patio, with a plumbed BBQ, a Pizza Oven and outdoor fire pit.

As you enter the home the kitchen is modern and well appointed, with a six burner cooktop and oven, double door fridge, dishwasher, and microwave with everything you will need to make your stay enjoyable. We offer all that you may need with the basic kitchen tools to whip up a meal. We also supply basic condiments, along with coffee pods,tea, hot chocolate. The Kitchen opens out to a dining room where you can enjoy both casual and formal dining. Attached to the dining room is our library room which has its own tv, books and games.

We offer a large flat screen tv in the main lounge, along with a tv in the kitchen area, 1 in the main bedroom and 1 in the annexe room. NBN and wifi is available.

Our living area is a generous size and can easily seat family groups, we have added our touches to reflect the homes era and selected pieces that can be enjoyed.

A modern bathroom is shared between 3 well-appointed bedrooms. The main bathroom has underfloor heating and boasts a beautiful hot shower with amenities provided. We provide plenty of towels for your visit

The house is heated/cooled by a ducted heat/ air conditioning unit in the main house. We also have smoke alarms,fire blankets, fire extinguishers and a fire plan, lock box entry to the main house with keys to access the main home and Annexe Room, with a monitored outdoor security system for the entire property.
Our Annexe room has a modern feel, with exposed brick and beams, but super cosy. It’s own heating/cooling unit. A queen bed in this space along with its own ensuite. A small seating area to enjoy a coffee/tea. We have a small coffee/tea station area in this space.
* Please note that the Annexe Suite has the laundry area.

Car Parking is easy under the carport or park in the driveway or out the front.

OUT AND ABOUT
Clarinda Street is the main shopping centre for Parkes it is within walking distance but is also only a short drive away. Main supermarkets available: Coles,Woolworths, Aldi and Big W, with an array of boutique shops and restaurants. The Services Club and the Leagues Club are situated close or on Clarinda Street and the famous Cooke Park which host the Parkes Elvis Festival each January. The showgrounds plays host to the Parkes Show in August and the famous Dish is also located in Parkes and is a half an hour journey to visit. If you want to explore further
Dubbo Zoo is a couple of hours away, along with wineries and other sites that surround. We love Parkes and all that it has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We are happy for children but do not have cots.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Let host know if you have used the oven, pizza oven or Bbq, so cleaner can be informed.

Main bins, Monday pick up. If guests are able to place bins on Naturestrip

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Damages: If by accident something breaks, please tell us and we will decide the necessary compensation if any is required.

No onsite parties or group events are permitted, be very mindful of our neighbors and keep noise to a reasonable limit

Preserve energy: please switch all appliances, lights, heating and cooling off, each time you leave

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2870, PID-STRA-54801
Property # 9864963
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

About the area

Parkes

Parkes is home to this holiday home. Bushmans Hill Reserve and Goobang National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Parkes Showgrounds and CSIRO Parkes Observatory.
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Parkes, NSW

What's nearby

  • Memorial Hill Lookout - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cooke Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bushmans Hill Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Parkes Showgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • CSIRO Parkes Observatory - 19 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Parkes Station - 19 min walk
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fu Yuan Chinese Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bella's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Parkes Services Club - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪French Taste Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1.?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1. on 19 June 2026 start from NZ$378, 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 Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Alkira Lodge on Orange is the best in Parkes, consistently number 1. located?

Situated in Parkes, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cooke Park, Memorial Hill Lookout and Bushmans Hill Reserve. Parkes Showgrounds and Henry Parkes Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km). Parkes Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

dean c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owner has had great effort to make the house a lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Great property

Great property was very well appointed and comfortable They had board games , colouring in books etc for the kids Great set up outside
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raj S.

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

Nice and cosy

We found the place very clean and comfortable. Close to the shops and easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ashleigh m.

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

Peaceful

Amazing property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Country hospitality

What a wonderful house, so well appointed with everything you could want for the perfect stay. Our first trip to Parkes but definitely not our last. High quality appliances and everything to make our stay perfect. Great communication with Angela made our stay seamless. Will definitely be staying at this property again. Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Angela Wijeratne

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We have been hosts for 4 years and very much enjoy sharing our house with our guests. As we reside in Melbourne we manage Alkira lodge remotely. We have a great team in Parkes that assist us in providing the best experience we can

Why they chose this property

We love Elvis, so we came to a festival many years ago and discovered Parkes. Parkes is a great country town and we feel in love with the wide streets and unique properties.

What makes this property unique

Alkira Lodge on Orange is a beautiful period home built in the 1920’s. The home has been fully renovated to ensure modern day living can be enjoyed without losing its period charm.
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