The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage by the Barrington River - remember how to relax - Barrington

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Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:30 AM

Explore the area

Barrington, NSW

Saint Clements Historic Park13 min drive
Gloucester Country Club14 min drive
Barrington Tops National Park15 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)119 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage by the Barrington River - remember how to relax

The Old Schoolmaster’s Cottage on the Barrington River is nestled cosily in the picturesque Barrington River Valley. Built in the late 1800's our heritage Cottage is one of the oldest original residences in the Barrington Valley. The history of the Cottage has been enhanced by recent renovations which highlight its old-world charm.

The Cottage enjoys a breathtaking position right on the banks of the Barrington River with an outlook over productive working river flats which change colour with the seasons. Sit on the verandah, listen to sounds of the river and overlook the magnificent Bucketts Mountain Range, all of which add to the unique atmosphere of the Cottage.

Swim or go tubing down the Barrington River which is less than 100 metres away, or sit comfortably near the slow combustion fire in the winter months. All year round, the Cottage provides a unique escape into the heart of the countryside.

Canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, horse-riding, fishing, tennis and golf are all nearby. Fifteen minutes in a car takes you to historic Gloucester with cafès, pubs, museums and parks as well as extremely friendly locals.

FOR ACTIVE HOLIDAYS

On site - bush walking, swimming in the Barrington River or just relax

Off site - within a 10 minute drive - kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, abseiling and golf

Within a 30 minute drive - horse riding trails thought the Barrington Tops.

LOCATION

Our Cottage is in Barrington New South Wales which is a comfortable 3 hours drive north of Sydney and under 1.5 hours drive from Newcastle.

The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage is the ideal location for those seeking tranquility and relaxation. The Cottage is also ideally located for those who wish to explore the World Heritage listed Barrington Tops and Gloucester Tops to marvel at the extreme natural beauty of the area.

DETAILS

Bedding configuration – the Cottage has 3 bedrooms with 2 single beds in one room, the other two bedrooms each have a queen bed.

Linen and guest toiletries are provided

Slow Combustion fire in loungeroom – firewood supplied during the winter months.

Reverse cycle aircondtioning throughout the Cottage and ceiling fans in bedrooms.

Gas BBQ with hood (located on covered return verandah)

Kitchen - fully equipped with a Miele oven and dishwasher, large fridge, microwave and cooktop. The kitchen also has some basic provisions.

Bathrooms - The cottage has two bathrooms - one is a full bathroom with bath, shower recess and toilet and the second is a separate toilet

Mobile phones – please note that there is very limited unreliable mobile phone access. For those who must stay within reach - FREE WIFI, local calls and satellite television are provided.

Sorry - we are not pet friendly

Property manager

Jenny Baker

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Sorry - no pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Barrington

Located in Barrington, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Billabong Native Garden is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Crossing Reserve and Copeland Tops State Conservation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Barrington, NSW

What's nearby

Billabong Native Garden - 11 min drive
Gloucester Folk Museum - 11 min drive
Saint Clements Historic Park - 13 min drive
Gloucester Country Club - 14 min drive
Barrington Tops National Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

Gloucester Station - 13 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cafe 57 - ‬11 min drive
‪Blakey's Chicken & Take Away - ‬11 min drive
‪Roadies Cafe - ‬12 min drive
‪Perenti Cafe - ‬11 min drive
‪Hebby's Bakery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage by the Barrington River - remember how to relax pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage by the Barrington River - remember how to relax?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage by the Barrington River - remember how to relax?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage by the Barrington River - remember how to relax located?

Situated on the riverfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Rocky Crossing Reserve, Billabong Native Garden and Gloucester Folk Museum. Gloucester Farmers Market and Saint Clements Historic Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

22 Aug 2023

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

Relaxing

Very relaxing few days , just what we needed

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lily M.

7 Feb 2023

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

Super help, lovely location; Peaceful and perfect!

Lovely cottage just out of town. Simply great hosts too, we can't thank you enough for arranging our stay so fast and ensuring our stay was beyond our expectations.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA H., Glebe

12 Sept 2022

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

Perfect cottage

A fabulous cosy cottage in a tranquil environment.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

2 May 2022

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

Country Bliss

Clean, comfortable and cosy house in a lovely rural location but also close to Gloucester. Lots of things supplied - linen, a well stocked pantry (basics but handy), great television set up and fire was ready to go! The verandah with excellent outdoor furniture was our favourite place to sit and take in the landscape and local fauna (lots of birds). We loved the big tree in front of the house (great for climbing). The gorgeous Barrington River was easy to access from the property and the kids enjoyed skimming stones and playing on the shore (the river was raging!). Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

3 Jan 2022

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

Charming cottage

Fantastic cottage right next to the river. Very peaceful, spacious and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Y., Sydney, Australia

6 May 2021

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

A Taste of Paradise

Easy to find, this beautiful cottage with its fantastic verandah was a wonderful place for us to relax and unwind.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M., Warrimoo

12 Oct 2020

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

Loved it - hope to come back

We had a couple of nights here and just wished we had more. Fantastic spot right by the Barrington River. Super relaxing, full of character and very comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brett L.

7 Oct 2020

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

What a beautiful property everything you need for a peaceful getaway

From check in to check out every thing was perfect Could not recommend this property for highly to anybody looking to getaway for a while

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B., Sydney Australia

23 Sept 2020

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

Picturesque Cottage by the river

A well-presented house in a picturesque setting. The property has all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. Great deck to soak in the views. It is a very short stroll down to the river which if we had stayed longer would have made a lovely picnic spot. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

14 Sept 2020

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

GB Review

Great property, well set up & fantastic owners - lots to do in the area, but do nothing if you want. Can definitely recommend if you're after peace & quiet.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Graeme T.

24 June 2020

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

Fabulous location

We had a most relaxing time in this beautifully renovated cottage. Given our stay was mid June it was so good to have a wood fire. Being close to the Barrington river we enjoyed walking in the semi rainforest with its abundant birdlife.We look forward to returning.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rose S.

16 Sept 2019

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

Relaxing getaway

Gorgeous house with everything you need. Comfy beds with beautiful linens. Breakfast on the verandah listening to the sounds of the Barrington river which is a 1 min walk through the paddock a great spot to sit and read, have a picnic and a swim.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., Sydney, Australia

21 July 2019

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

Excellent place, lovely location.

Was easy to find, the place was exactly as described. Amazingly clean. We had a lovely time. Would recommend to others.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna I.

30 Mar 2019

Cottage Bliss

A beautiful place to stay if you just want to put your feet up and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Stunning views across cow studded paddocks with the occasional fox and kangaroo popping in for a peek! Still very close to the township of Barrington or Gloucester, if you need extra supplies or a meal. The cottage itself is amazing, very well equipped right down to the stocking of extra goods in the pantry. Beds were very comfortable as was the lounge area. The river was beautiful a photographers paradise, but we left the swimming and raft riding for the more adventurous. A very restful weekend was had and found it very hard to leave.Will definitely be booking again soon. Thank you Jenny for your kind hospitality, and you attention to responding to emails so promptly!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

28 Nov 2018

Great weekend of memories and laughter of growing up in the beautiful cottage overall a fantastic

Had a fantastic weekend of laughter, fun & memories growing up in the Cottage, great to see little has changed a overall great weekend

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

4 Nov 2018

Comfortable rustic base for exploring or relaxing.

We only stayed a few days but we were impressed. Our boys cooled off in the river and then later we watched a storm come in over the mountains on the lovely verandah. It was convenient for exploring the Gloucester tops and close to Gloucester itself. The old character, but comfortable, living area and modern bathroom were nice features. It was a nice way to give our city slicker kids a slice of the country.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA M.

26 Oct 2018

Beautiful Riverside cottage

A lovely, well kept cottage with lots of attention to detail. We had a very comfortable stay and the river itself is very special.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

11 June 2018

Peace, perfect peace...

We didn't want to leave....ever. So peaceful and quiet, it was as if we had finally come home after a long break. Sitting on the verandah listening to the river babbling away at the end of the garden, birds serenading us, even though it was rainy we were lucky enough to not get wet whenever we went out. The Cottage was very neat and tidy and fully equipped with everything you need and the fireplace kept us warm all night - very cosy! At night the clouds cleared enough so we could see the stars - so many stars that you never get to see in suburbia! So many things to visit and sight-see you can never get bored with the scenery! A walk along the river will re-energise your batteries and relax your soul. We came home so rested and relaxed and can't wait to go back again.....Thank you Jenny for the perfect break away!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jane C., Blacktown

17 May 2018

Comfortable and Charming Property.

We spent 5 days at Old School Masters Cottage during a very cold spell in May. The cottage was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. It is set in peaceful rural surroundings , just a short drive from Gloucester. Beautifully furnished with an open fire and quality bed linen you will feel spoilt from the moment you walk in. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we' were sorry to leave the property . Highly recommend this property if you are looking for a city escape for a few days .

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ANNE A.

7 Aug 2017

Excellent property

Beautiful cottage with everything you need, cosy and homely. Amazing countryside and set on the river makes a perfect weekend

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

27 Mar 2017

Excellent propert!

Well appointed property. Good kitchen facilities. New bathroom with lots of room. Beds were comfortable. Ate outside for all meals which was great. Despite the wet we were able to do some exploring and managed a nearby walk. This was a very relaxing weekend but could also have been a very outdoor weekend. Would love to come back for a week!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER A.

13 Mar 2017

Perfectly peaceful

This cottage was the perfect meeting place for my friend and I to catch up. Very peaceful and relaxing, yet only a short drive to cafes etc. The decor is really lovely, cozy and comfortable. A dip in the river was also a pleasure with easy access from the cottage. The hosts here have thought of everything, so all that's left for you to do is enjoy! We only stayed for a weekend, but wish we could have stayed longer. Highly recommended.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K., SYDNEY, Australia

13 Sept 2016

Beautiful and Tranquil

We absolutely enjoyed our weekend at the Old Schoolmaster's Cottage - Jenny was very thoughtful in sending us Things To Do whilst we were there and touching base with us on how we were enjoying our stay. The cottage is clean, and like a home away from home, with everything you need for a perfect family getaway. The surrounding fields offer a perfect playground for the children and the short walk to the river provides a little adventure and picturesque walk for everyone. We will definitely be coming back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle H.

1 Aug 2016

Tranquil and beautiful

We recently spent a weekend for a mum's weekend away at the Old School Masters Cottage. The cottage is so cute and suited our group perfectly. It was clean, tidy and well appointed. Plenty of firewood made the cottage cosy on a cold winter's night. Sitting on verandah in winter sun listening to the river and enjoying the rural landscape an absolute treat for the soul. Perfect. No mobile phone range was awesome. Free Wifi provided all the communication we needed. We'll be back.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michell P.

18 June 2016

Beautiful country escape

We spent four nights and did not want to leave. The house is well appointed, cosy and great for lounging in front of the fire. Very peaceful with lovely scenery, amazing mountains and the sounds of the river. We enjoyed the winter sun on the verandah watching Mum and calf and abundant bird life. It was a perfect place to really relax and get back to nature