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9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Kangaroo Valley, NSW

Pioneer Museum Park2 min drive
Kangaroo River Nature Reserve2 min drive
Kangaroo Valley Golf Club7 min drive
Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)102 min drive

Most relevant reviews

4/10 Poor

we appreciated the lady owner inviting us to check in at 12pm instead of 3pm. we appreciated the Christmas tree for Chri...

Aline M.

Dec 31, 2023

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool

Visit Melross farm for more information

The Rye House is a luxury self-contained farmhouse set on the historic property "Melross" in Kangaroo Valley. Situated on 200 acres, Melross is widely considered one of Kangaroo Valley's most beautiful properties. Breathtaking views from the house look out across the hills into the spectacular cliff escarpment that surrounds the entire property.

There are so many ways to enjoy your break at The Rye House on Melross - take long walks around the property and down to the river, wander across the lawn to collect some freshly-laid eggs from the chickens, lounge by the swimming pool and sip on a latte from the Aldi Expressi coffee machine, create a feast on the barbeque and enjoy your meal with a glass of local wine, cuddle up by the fireplace, or just sit back and watch the animals graze and soak up the stunning views from the veranda. Come evening time, there's nothing better than a home-cooked dinner enjoyed outside on the deck gazing at the perfect valley stars.

However, they choose to spend their time all our guests say the same thing: we never want to leave!

Only 5 minutes' drive and you are in the charming township of Kangaroo Valley, which features the lively Friendly Inn and a select choice of cafes and restaurants.

Please note that there is a two-night minimum stay.

The House

You will instantly fall in love with The Rye House on Melross. The house features generous veranda's, perfect for breakfasts overlooking the stunning Valley.

The Rye House has five bedrooms - two with queen size beds, two with double beds and one with two king single beds - and two bathrooms. We also have a porta cot and highchair for guests with a baby. The house is perfect for families or a weekend away with friends.

The open plan, air-conditioned dining and lounge area creates a perfect area for socializing or sitting back and watching the large-screen television. For those who enjoy their cooking, the well-equipped kitchen will help you cook up a storm!

The outside deck overlooking the swimming pool is perfect for dining day or night. At night, our guests love to have a candlelit dinner on the deck while marveling at the Valley stars.

Surrounding areas

At Melross you will feel as though you have the world to yourself, yet you are only 5 minutes' drive or a 25-minute walk from the town where you can enjoy browsing the shops and watching the world go by in one of the charming cafes.

If you're feeling active, the Valley features a golf course, horse riding trails, tennis courts and canoe hire. Further afield, you can enjoy the township of Berry (only 1/2 hour away) and the scenic beauty of Jervis Bay where you may be lucky enough to spot a dolphin! In the other direction, you can enjoy the majestic falls and two scenic bushwalks at the Fitzroy Falls national park (15 minutes drive).

Property manager

Terrene

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioning

Pool

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property registration number PID-STRA-12978-2

About the area

Barrengarry

Located in Barrengarry, this farm stay is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kangaroo River Nature Reserve and Barrengarry Nature Reserve, while Pioneer Museum Park and Berry Museum are cultural highlights. Shoalhaven Zoo and Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk are also worth visiting. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Kangaroo Valley, NSW

What's nearby

Pioneer Museum Park - 2 min drive
Kangaroo River Nature Reserve - 2 min drive
Kangaroo Valley Golf Club - 7 min drive
Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk - 38 min drive
Budderoo National Park - 38 min drive

Getting around

Moss Vale Station - 28 min drive
Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

‪Maddison's in the Valley - ‬4 min drive
‪Friendly Inn Hotel - ‬4 min drive
‪Terra & Mare - ‬4 min drive
‪Kangaroo Valley General Store - ‬4 min drive
‪Southern Pies - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool located?

Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is within 3 miles (5 km) of Pioneer Museum Park, Kangaroo River Nature Reserve and Barrengarry Nature Reserve. Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve and Morton National Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sinead M.

1 May 2024

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

Lovely place to stay on a beautiful property

We had a lovely time at the Rye house

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Aline M.

31 Dec 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

not as described- dirty pool

we appreciated the lady owner inviting us to check in at 12pm instead of 3pm. we appreciated the Christmas tree for Christmas day and the arrival gift of chocolates and wine bottle. However, we expected the pool would be useable particularly that the property was described as having a swimming pool and we paid for it. But the pool wasn't clean and had sand and dirt sediments with a dead frog in it. we turned on the pump to attempt to clean it but realised quickly the water was reducing in the pool so we turned it off. we messaged the owner immediately. the lady owner replied a few hours later saying that her son cleaned the pool on the Thursday. I acknowledged that there were storms since Thursday. Later that day the male owner came on a quad bike and was abusive towards my husband accusing him of breaking the pump. The male owner then told us to pack our bags and leave! ( twice he said that). we were stunned! His son turned the hose on to refill the pool and the pump at the same time but the pool wasn't filling up and the dirt wasn't going away. the adult son then returned later that evening and acknowledged that the pump was broken and the pool was out of action. but apologised on behalf of his dad and asked us to stay. we stayed but we couldn't fully enjoy the holiday knowing the owner didn't want us there and we couldn't use the facilities advertised that we paid for. Also some of the outdoor furniture was very dirty so we couldn't use it. We left 2 days early.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Karina D.

15 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful property

Beautiful property surrounded by well looked after, manicured gardens. We really enjoyed our stay at the Rye house. Only thing to note was the walking times listed into Kangaroo Valley in the description of the property state 25min walk. It is more a 40min walk with the first part being on a thin stretch of road along the highway. The hosts were very responsive to any questions before and during our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

5 Apr 2023

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

Beautiful getaway

Cute and well set out house located on a beautiful property was perfect for our little family getaway. Fresh eggs from the chickens in the morning were a nice bonus. Definitely enjoyed our stay

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Don M.

17 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Spacious. 2 bathrooms difficult for our group

We had expected more animals for the children to interact with. They loved the chickens, The pool was wonderful for the kids. Peaceful environment The twin bedroom smelled very damp/musty

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN D.

13 Jan 2023

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

Fun family Christmas

Our family really enjoyed staying in Rye House. The facilities are fabulous, a large living area, decks front and back, the comfy beds and the pool. Best of all was the sense of privacy and being in nature, the garden and the views. We were very grateful for the Christmas tree! This home is highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Angela S.

10 Jan 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic location

Comfortable stay for our whole family. The property was just as described, however the surrounds were even more beautiful than imagined.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Peter M.

27 July 2022

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

Improvements

Although the property and gardens were lovely, we found there were a few things missing that should have been provided: there were no Serving spoons in the kitchen - i.e. nothing to serve a soup or casserole with; there was no scrubbing brush or similar for the kitchen sink; with the type of couches in the lounge area, there should have been cushions for lumber support. Other than that, all was fine.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

21 July 2022

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

Beautiful home

A very relaxing and peaceful holiday with loved ones. We’ll be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Danika G.

20 June 2022

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

Beautiful

Great place to stay! Everything was perfect as it was clean and tidy. A few light switches did not work but besides that it was lovely :)

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Joan G.

21 Jan 2022

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

Great area

Overall very good when the dishwasher was faulty arrange for it to be fixed same day.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Australia

16 Jan 2022

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

Nice and secluded

Exactly what we needed, a chance to get away but remain secluded away from the pandemic madness. Property had everything we needed. Great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

7 Jan 2022

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

Family holiday

Great communication. Such a beautiful and serene place to relax and have fun

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

22 Nov 2021

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

3 nights stay with friends

Fantastic stay for a long weekend, this place is so quiet and secluded but has so much to offer. Kitchen was well equipped and all rooms very comfortable. Check in process was very easy, and only a short drive to the town Kangaroo Valley.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Min C.

16 June 2021

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

Beautiful place!

Great and beautiful stay!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon L.

3 Feb 2021

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

Lovely Farmstay

Nice house in a beautiful location. The kids had great fun collecting eggs every morning. Lovely pool with amazing views. Great for families.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

john s.

22 Jan 2021

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

Excellent stay. clean and slient place

Good morning family. No shops near the farm house

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

14 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Getaway

Spacious home, great views although we didn’t see the cows grazing from our windows as on the website. Good quality linen and comfortable beds. Kitchen could be better stocked with a few extras for example platters salad bowl and cheese knives, unfortunately the dishwasher did not work effectively and the BBQ was not clean. Child friendly, loved collecting the eggs and feeding the horses and seeing the occasional kangaroo and wombat. Great family getaway next time will take loads of insect repellent as the flies were relentless. Was surprised there was no wifi included, selection of DVDs were good especially when our grandson needed rest time. Overall a very relaxing and peaceful time with the family.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

16 Nov 2020

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

Family weekend

Great house for a family get together, Very clean. well equipped, comfortable beds good linen and towels. Lovely grounds , the hen house and collecting eggs was a hit with the grandchildren, The pool is handy and a good size. Unfortunately we had atrocious weather but the house coped well with our group of 10. BBQ was a good size perhaps being undercover could be a benefit. Would definitely recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

anil harsha g.

16 Nov 2020

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

Great property

The property was greatly maintained and in a fantastic location. It was kind of location we were looking for and throughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you for having us.

10/10 Excellent

Pattiya S.

1 Oct 2020

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

Unforgettable experience

Seemed like our holiday was too short. Great place to relax and get away from our busy schedules. Kids enjoyed petting farm animals, specially collecting eggs in the morning. Definitely return for more lengthier stay next time.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

27 Sept 2020

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

Family getaway

We had a wonderful weekend with extended family. The house was well set up, allowing everyone to have their own space. Kids could roam freely and safely around the property exploring the animals, pototoe farm, pool etc..and adults could relax and enjoy peace and quiet by the Fire. 5 min drive to kangaroo valley. Perfect. A fantastic weekend had by all, thanks to Terrene and John

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hassan L.

27 Sept 2020

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

An amazing place

Its a very good holiday destination for families. Variety of activities within the farm: - river - animals - picking eggs in the morning - beautiful scenary from the top of the hill - nice walks The owners are friendly and beautiful people. I would go back again Highly recommend it

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate O.

16 Aug 2020

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

Beautiful house perfect for a Christmas in July getaway. Would stay again and recommend!

Comfortable beds, hot water, great layout and beautiful surroundings.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

LAWRENCE W.

13 Aug 2020

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

FAMILY GET TOGETHER MY 70TH BIRTHDAY

EVERYBODY ENJOYED THEIR STAY @ THE RYE HOUSE, THE GRANDCHILDREN WERE THRILLED TO BE ABLE TO COLLECT THE EGGS EACH MORNING. THERE WAS LOTS OF WILD LIFE TO SEE, WOMBATS , RABBITS, FOXES & THE BIRTH OF A LAMB. THE WEATHER WAS VERY UNSETTLED BUT THE HOUSE HAD AMPLE ROOM FOR IT'S 10 OCCUPANTS. WOULD LOVE TO COME BACK IN SPRING OR SUMMER.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020