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Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage

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Homestead Cottage
Living area
Patio view
Wildlife abounds at Madigan
The mist rises at Madigan

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Lovedale, NSW
  • Place, Peterson House Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Peterson House - Hunter Valley Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hunter Valley Gardens
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage

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.

Originally built as the owner’s house, The Homestead is perfect for large groups and families.

The Homestead was originally built as the owner`s residence and is ideal for accommodating large groups and families. It can comfortably sleep up to 12 people, with 3 queen bedrooms, 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, and a 5th bedroom featuring a queen bed and 2 single beds. Quality linen is provided for guests` comfort. Additionally, guests can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and streaming-enabled TVs. The spacious kitchen/dining area is perfect for communal meals, and there is an additional lounge room for relaxation. Furthermore, guests can unwind with a pool table and use the gas BBQ for outdoor cooking.

Room Configurations:

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
Bedroom 4: Two Single Beds
Bedroom 5: One Queen bed and 2 single beds
Additional beds can be booked by contacting the managers.

The Homestead is free standing, self contained house. There is a large area around to kick a ball, go on a nature walk to see kangaroos, rabbits and lots of bird life. You can see the horses agisting in the paddock next to The Homestead.
There are also seats on the dam which are lovely to sit on as you watch the sunset.

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 lot 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 :)

You`ll need a car to get around Hunter Valley, however, there are small bus operators that service the wine region and are happy to drop into Madigan to pick you up

There is lots of land to walk, ride or just sit on your verandah or the dam wall to read a book or watch the sunset.

Important: Before you arrive you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. 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. Truvi 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.
Before You Arrive
- We offer convenient self check-in so you can arrive at a time that suits you.
- Before check-in, all guests are required to complete a quick online verification through our Guest Portal.
- Once completed, you`ll receive your check-in instructions, digital house guide, local recommendations, and the option to request early check-in or late check-out (subject to availability and additional fees).

During Your Stay
- Our home is located in a peaceful residential neighbourhood, so we kindly ask that you respect our neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum, especially during quiet hours between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am.
- To ensure everyone enjoys a relaxing stay, parties, events, commercial activities and excessive noise are not permitted.
- Smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on the property.

A Few Housekeeping Notes
- We ask guests to treat the property with care. Any damage, missing items, lost keys or excessive cleaning required after your stay may incur additional charges.
- Serious breaches of the house rules may result in your reservation being cancelled without a refund.
- If you need to cancel your booking, refunds will be processed in accordance with the cancellation policy that applies to your reservation. Please note that any applicable credit card processing fees are non-refundable.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Before You Arrive - We offer convenient self check-in so you can arrive at a time that suits you.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9949362
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 Roche Estate and Bimbadgen Palmers Lane.
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Lovedale, NSW

What's nearby

  • Peterson House Winery - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Peterson House - Hunter Valley Winery - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hungerford Hill - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Roche Estate - 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
  • ‪Brokenwood Wines - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sabor Dessert Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Deck Cafe at Gartelmann - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Redsalt Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage?

As of 10 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage on 7 December 2026 start from NZ$911, 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 Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Madigan Cottages | Homestead Cottage 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

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was incredibly helpful and accomodation was lovely.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
Thank you for staying at our place, Laressa! I'm glad to know I was helpful during your stay! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prabesh P.

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

It was very good

So good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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