Whether you’re after a romantic weekend away, an escape with friends or catching one of the many concerts the Hunter Valley is now famous for, Madigan has a cottage to suit.
The Barn was never actually a barn, it was simply styled on a barn. It is one of our most popular cottages as it suits couples equally as well as suiting a small family or some friends.
A queen-sized bedroom downstairs and a cosy loft area with 2 queen beds provide all the sleeping comforts you desire. Quality linen and towels are all provided and the kitchen has all you will need to cook with. You’ll also find a gas BBQ on the veranda. Just bring your food and drink and you’re all set.
Room Configurations:
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed Loft: Two Queen beds
The barn is a freestanding, self-contained cottage.
Madigan is a self-check-in property with a check-in time after 3pm. After booking, details of the check-in process will be sent to you. We always strive to accommodate early check-in and late check-out requests, so please inform us if you plan to arrive earlier than the set check-in time.
Madigan Cottages has 5 self contained cottages on 100 wide open acres. We also have Stomp! Wine operating their cellar door on site. You`ll find lots of nature including kangaroos and rabbits as well as waterbirds on our dams. We have some paddocks with agisted horses - to look at not touch :)
We are centrally located to all the Pokolbin and Lovedale area cellar doors, restaurants, golf courses etc and are a pick up point for all Hunter Valley concerts.
You will need a car to travel around Hunter Valley. However, there are small bus operators that serve the wine region and are willing to pick you up in Madigan.
There is plenty of open land for walking, biking, or simply relaxing on the verandah (or at the cellar door located on our property) to enjoy the tranquility and beautiful sunsets.
Important: Before you arrive you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Superhog. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Superhog will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process. You will also be given the choice between a security deposit or a non-refundable damage waiver. By booking with us you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in our Rental Policy and agree to follow our HOUSE RULES: - No smoking anywhere inside the property - Report any breakages or damage - Check-out by your agreed time - Portacot and high chair are available upon request. - Respect our neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum after 10pm - Follow our STRICT NO PARTY POLICY. If you are in any doubt as to this policy, please contact us immediately. Breaking these rules may result in charges being incurred as detailed in our terms and conditions. If you respect the property as you would your own home, you can relax and enjoy your stay.
Important: Before you arrive you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to receive check in instructions. You will be given the choice between a security deposit or a non-refundable damage waiver.
In the event of a cancellation by a guest, refunds will be processed according to our cancellation policy, minus any applicable credit card processing fees.
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Property # 9949361
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
About the area
Lovedale
Lovedale is home to this cottage. Hunter Valley Gardens and Werakata National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hunter Valley Wildlife Park and Binnorie Dairy. Ready for a night out? Consider Bimbadgen Palmers Lane and Roche Estate.
Peterson House - Hunter Valley Winery - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
Hunter Valley Gardens - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Branxton Station - 11 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
NINETEEN Hunter Valley - 7 min drive
Chocolate Fudge Factory - 6 min drive
Brokenwood Wines - 8 min drive
Blaxlands Inn - 7 min drive
Gather - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Barn - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Barn - Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Barn - Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Barn - Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Barn - Pet Friendly located?
Situated in Lovedale, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Moorebank Vineyard, Horner Wines and Lucy's Run Wines. Hungerford Hill and Peterson House Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A really cosy cottage with plenty of space in a fantastic setting for pets. Our Cavoodle loved being able to run around ourdoors
Ian H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lynne G.
4 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The property interior needs urgent maintenance, kitchen door handles loose or doors missing , painting required and intensive clean required. Outdoor areas are not inviting 3 very old chairs and a bbq with no gas at our stay . Overall not as listed .
My family are having a very happy time here. It's a truly beautiful, peaceful place. As soon as my daughters got here they screamed because they loved it!! The sunset here was fantastic. My teenage daughters, my dog Winnie, and my husband and I had a very peaceful and relaxing time. For city dwellers, a place like this is a much-needed escape. Elena was also very friendly and easy to contact, so there were no inconveniences.
yun kyung l.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt K.
14 September 2025
Matt K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
About the host
Hosted by Elena
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests