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Hermitage Cottage
Property grounds
Room
Room
Interior
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Grose Vale, NSW
  • Popular LocationHawkesbury River11 min drive
  • Popular LocationHawkesbury Race Club19 min drive
  • Popular LocationPanthers World of Entertainment35 min drive
  • AirportPalm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)91 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hermitage Cottage Kurrajong

Hermitage Cottage has been restored and furnished to cater for your needs and comfort.The cottage is self contained,air conditioned and your home away from home,with a fully equipped kitchen and pantry.Continental breakfast provisions are provided.Your hosts live on the property in a seperate cottage and are available to assist you as much or as little as you require.


Comments from previous Guests

"What a place.A great place to recharge the batteries,wanted to stay longer"

"We loved the cottage,the views, the garden & huge comfy bed"

"Just what the doctor ordered,thank you for a great long weekend in a supremely comfortable cottage & for providing everything we could possibly have wanted"

"A wonderfull relaxing & peacefull place for us to spend our first night as husband & wife.Thank you"







Attractions

The cottage has a large garden with 80acres of bush & farmland to explore.Cattle graze the grass,bushwalks to Little Wheeny Creek Rainforest,nestled into the foothills of the World Heritage Listed Blue Mountains National Park all without leaving the property.
Other local attractions are the Hawkesbury River,Open Gardens,Mt Tomah botanic gardens and Mt Wilson gardens.Golf,Macquarie Towns History walks and markets.
Horse Riding.
Just 3 mins to Kurrajong Village with cafes,resturants,baker,butcher,pharmacy,supermarket,ATM
,Apple bar Bilpin ,Lochiel House Kurrajong Heights,Village Kitchen Resturant Kurrajong.


“For your added security, this property is only managed in Australia and we never request payments be made to overseas bank accounts”

Property manager

John Mahaffy

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Must be supervised at all times

Events

No events allowed
For your exclusive use only.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
If indoors a $30 cleaning fee applies

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only .

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
Note from host: For your exclusive use only.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sydney

This cottage is located in Grose Vale, a neighbourhood in Sydney, and is in a rural area and in the mountains. The Australiana Pioneer Village and Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Mountains National Park and Matherson Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hawkesbury Race Club or Penrith Whitewater Stadium. Waterskiing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and cave exploring nearby.
Map
Grose Vale, NSW

What's nearby

  • Hawkesbury River - 11 min drive
  • Hawkesbury Race Club - 19 min drive
  • Wollemi National Park - 26 min drive
  • Panthers World of Entertainment - 35 min drive
  • Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney Richmond Station - 15 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gloria Jean's Coffees - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Panthers North Richmond - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪North Richmond Charcoal Chicken - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Gourmet Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The River Orchid - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hermitage Cottage Kurrajong pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Hermitage Cottage Kurrajong?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hermitage Cottage Kurrajong?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hermitage Cottage Kurrajong located?

Located in Grose Vale, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bowen Mountain Park, Kurrajong Memorial Park and McMahon Park. Kurrajong Bark Park and Matherson Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jenny G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Really dirty unsealed house with spiders
Not as expected. Nothing was clean and the entire place and everything in it needs serious cleaning. I picked up a glass and it was grimy and sticky. The kitchen had a musty smell. I opened the 'guest guide' and bits of cheese fell out. We expected to be able to use the wood burning stove as it was very cold and were told it wasn't available for use. There are large gaps around windows&doors making it freezing cold as well as having so many uncleaned cobwebs and spiders, even in a box of tissues. There was an electric oil heater in the bedroom which was totally inadequate particularly with big gaps and draughts in the house. The 'generous provisions' described in the listing consist of used jars of peanut butter and jam. We opened the jam and it had mould in it!! We also had the owner walking in while we were trying to sort some dinner, came into the kitchen and proceeded to get dog food from the freezer and leave again. The doors here don't lock so this was a weird interruption to have. The bathroom is accessed via going outside and crossing the verandah and has no lock. It had huge gaps in the ceiling full of cobwebs, and the shower curtain had black mould on it, which was the final straw for me. I chose not to shower in this place. We were meant to be staying for 3 nights. After one freezing night we got up early and left without showering in that dirty bathroom, finding somewhere normal to stay. I'm sorry, but this place is in no way suitable to be rented out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
Great views - so easy to sit back & relax. John & Peter were very friendly & helpful, look forward to the opportunity of a return visit
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

john p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hermitage Cottage Kurrajong - excellent
Great meeting you both – I, and my friends, are captivated by your property, its history, the interesting conversations, and your generosity as hosts. I love the cottage, setting, and the wonderful change of pace it provides. All the best to you both - i will be back John
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A comfortable little cottage
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We loved our stay but had believed the property was fully fenced for dogs but that was not the case. It was just the most beautiful location with the most stunning gardens. John and Peter was wonderful hosts we would definitely recommend it. Perhaps my only comment would be was that the kitchen could do with a few more dishes and utensils
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charm8ing place and lovely hosts
A rustic and charming 2brm cottage that's tranquil and the valley is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam B., Sydney , Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great peaceful location
Very helpful and friendly owners who (together with their two even more friendly dogs) made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

KATE F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what was required
Had a most relaxed and enjoyable three nights in quaint cottage splendour. A short drive into the village, beautiful scenery to wake up to each morning and courteous friendly hosts made this the perfect get away from city life (while only just outside it). Highly recommended getaway.

6/10 Okay

Giovanna R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice property, historic house, good hosts
The property grounds we nice to walk about. The hosts were really attentive and communicative. The only downside we had was that cleaning could be greatly improved. Spent good part of one day removing webs that appear to have been there.for weeks, dusting walls, ceilings and windows. Even the bin of the bathroom hadn't been emptied from the previous tenants and the pan needed to be rewashed before being able to be used. Kitchen counter tops were very sticky so had tondo a good scrub. The property also allows pets which is great but the couch has a dog smell and the carpet is covered in dogs hair. Other than that the little cottage is comfortable and great to see a 104 property in that state. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Serena D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
Thank you to our host for the loveliest stay. We really need to unwind and that’s exactly what this place will do to you :) we loved the long walks and the pups had the most amazing time. I’m sure the poor cows don’t miss them at all :) thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic location. Perfect Getaway
Stunning views. Peace and quiet. Peter and John made us feel incredibly welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
John and Peter (along with Topsy and Jellybean) are the warmest and most welcoming hosts and we enjoyed their company immensely. The cottage is really nice, cozy, well stocked and located on a beautiful property with cattle, deer, wallabies and great views. This has been our favorite place to get away for some peace and quiet and we look forward to our next visit. Thanks John and Peter! Jim & Kylie
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gavin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend haven
We had a wonderful weekend in a warm, cozy 100 year old cottage near the village of Kurrajong. The cottage is clean and well stocked and has a wonderful garden. Peter & John are excellent hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jyoti L.

Very relaxing stay
Could not have asked for anything better !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, John and Peter were great hosts. Our accommodation very comfortable
Great place, felt very much at home. Our pup Panda enjoyed Jellybeans company also.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Charming and very special
We loved our stay Our privacy was respected and we were well catered for. Great hosts.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

CECILIA B.

Awesome holiday
My sister and I are from North Queensland and stayed at the cottage for 8 nights and thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The cottage was very comfortable, set on a beautiful property with everything we needed for our stay. It was such a joy being able to have family come visit and be able to cook for them. Peter and John were quick to help with any request and made our stay that little more special. Thanks again for a wonderful time. Lou and Celie
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Alyson J.

Bed & Breakfast
The continental breakfast cereals we had to choose from was out of date, some packets were open also the jams had been used before. Yes it is an old place but it was dirty. The best part about our stay was the view
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherene S.

Absolutely Beautiful
my family and I stayed here over the ANZAC long weekend and cannot stop thinking about Hermitage. The property is vast with lots of walking and farm experiences. The cottage is delightful and my boys absolutely loved the fireplace. Thank you John and Peter for your kindness and hospitality. As a family it was a well earned break from Sydney and we will be back to hear those amazing bellbirds.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherene S.

A beautiful city escape
We just spent the ANZAC long weekend at Hermitage and what a magical escape it was. Thank you to our hosts John and Peter for their hospitality and for sharing the wonderful history of the property. Our sons thoroughly loved the farm and especially the opportunity to enjoy a fireplace. Comfortable accommodation and well equiped for a family get away.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jann B.

Magic!
Enjoyed the serenity, the small touches owners supplied like fresh eggs, and the bed was heaven. This a charming little cottage with views for miles. Loved it!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Perfect weekend retreat
This little slice of heaven was exactly what we needed. My husband, our puppy and I needed a break away from the hustle of city life so booked a 2 night stay at Hermitage Cottage and we are so glad we did....it was perfect. I didn't want to leave! The cottage was country quaint and comfortable with everything you need for a relaxing stay. We loved the beautiful walks on the private land and the cosy log fire in the evenings. The scenery was absolutely stunning. John and Peter were great hosts, lovely people who made us feel very welcome. We will definitely be back. 10/10!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place and kind hosts
My daughters and I really enjoyed our time at Hermitage and in particular the kind nature of John and Peter.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dru P.

Amazing weekend!
We stayed here recently and had one of the most relaxing and comfortable stays ever. Peter & John were great hosts. The cottage was incredibly clean, cosy, cute and well stocked with a few treats. It was so peaceful and beautiful. We took a few walks through the huge property - it was fantastic!! If you're looking for a quick getaway to somewhere out of the city, time to recuperate, get some peace of mind, THIS is the place to go. We'll definitely be back again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sharon G.

will definately return
thank you peter and john for our warm welcome.....

About the host

Hosted by John Mahaffy

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We run the B&B as well as a wholesale nursery,& have cattle on the 32ha farm.
As experienced travellers we understand what people are looking for to have a relaxed, peacefull experience & will be available to help with local advice or help if necessary.

Why they chose this property

Only 1 hour from Sydney at the end of a quirt country lane, the 32ha farm is ideal if you want to relax, recover from the pressures of city life & rebalance your energy.
Bushwalks on the property, lovely valley views with no traffic noise only the sounds of birds.

What makes this property unique

A private 32ha valley, with bushwalks, large garden to sit in , drink coffee on the terrace, or in winter sit in front of the log fire & sip a red wine, read a book, relax.

Languages:

English
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