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Kookaburra Hideaway Hunter Valley

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Huge Lounge Dining and Kitchen combined
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Pokolbin, NSW
  • White Barn Pokolbin
    11 min walk
  • Piggs Peake Winery
    12 min drive
  • IronBark Hill Brewhouse
    12 min drive
  • Cessnock, NSW (CES)
    18 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1..

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Lounge

1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Kookaburra Hideaway Hunter Valley

Stunning views over Hunter Valley, large windows all around and cathedral ceilings...

Nestled into the beautiful Hunter Valley bush countryside on 25 acres with views to the Brokenback Mountains, open countryside and neighboring vineyards. VERY PRIVATE...NOBODY WILL KNOW YOU ARE THERE...

Surrounded by indigenous wildlife and grazing cattle.

This is a fabulous 5 bedroom luxurious, architect designed house with cathedral ceilings, reverse cycle air conditioning and fans plus a wood fired combustion stove and firepit outdoors during winter months. 4 bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms (2 with spa baths) and there are enormous verandahs all round.

Sleeps up to 14 persons with Sofa Bed or Shared Room.

Whether you want to enjoy your own space or be part of a group of people sharing, there is plenty of room to relax.

A peaceful and tranquil setting away from the hustle and bustle of city life and yet it is only minutes away from the famous Hunter Valley vineyards and attractions. The loudest noises you will hear are the Kangaroos hopping and the Kookaburras calling!!


What our guests say:-

Hunter Getaway: kookaburra
5/5 Stayed Jan 2023
Amanda M.
Great family getaway. Perfect place for a getaway with plenty of space and privacy for everyone. Amazing views and very peaceful… nicely located in a private setting.

Will most likely be returning for another family getaway.

Thanks Kookaburra 😊

Published 19 Jan 2023
Host’s response:
We would love to host you again. Thankyou :)

Will take your breath away
5/5 Stayed Nov 2022
Amee B.Sydney
The perfect (much needed) getaway for our group of 12. Everyone had so much space, the main living area was huge and perfectly accommodated our larger group.

The views from the back deck are picture perfect, we have visited the hunter valley a few times but this stay takes the cake.

Published 28 Nov 2022
Hunter Valley Experience
5/5 Stayed Jan 2022
Erwin E.
Great place to have a break!

Published 11 Feb 2022
Host’s response:
Thankyou Erwin … it was lovely having you stay. Glad you had a good break :)

Stay with friends
5/5 Stayed Jan 2021
Samuel A.
Our group enjoyed our stay and the open space.

Published 5 Feb 2021
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"Fantastic place for a weekend. Perfect for a group of friends or couples. Everything you need is supplied. Plenty of space to do whatever you want. Really quiet surroundings, great place to unwind, but still close enough to all the wineries, restaurants etc."

Jill and Richard, Sydney, August 2017

"This house is fit for a film star!! Check out that enormous lounge... this is going to be a great spot for our wedding"

Angela, NSW, September 2017

This property is fantastic, great location and just beautiful layout for our group of friends. A fantastic house to stay in. Best in Hunter Valley, reasonable priced.

Jackie and friends, Sydney, September 2016



Peaceful and Tranquil

A light and airy house, with lots of private spaces for families or groups of people sharing.

Fantastic retreat where you can get away from everything and just immerse yourself in peace and tranquility.

In house massage and spa facilities can be arranged.

Great location for a private party or intimate wedding celebration, subject to management permission.

Facilities and Pricing

5 double bedrooms with 4 ensuite bathrooms (3 baths, 2 of which are spas, plus showers)

2 x Sofa beds can accommodate 4 extra persons if required.

Specially designed disabled bathroom and access.

Swimming pool with views over open countryside

Plenty of parking.

Pets welcome, with prior approval.

Barbecue areas

Verandahs all round house

Vineyards and olives closeby

Reverse cycle air conditioning...lovely and warm in winter, cool in summer!

Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, lounge rooms, dining breakfast bar, 4 bathrooms.

Large flat screen Smart TV included

Dishwasher

Laundry.

Abundant wildlife on property and surrounding areas, including Kangaroos, Wallabies, Kookaburras, Cattle, indigenous Australian wildlife.

Dams and Creeks (for the Kangaroos)

All linen, cutlery and crockery supplied.









Property manager

Andrew and Valerie Haydon

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed
Parties and events need to have written permission

Pets

Pets allowed
Please advise if bringing pets

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is only allowed outside in designated area

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Parties and events need to have written permission
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property registration number PID-STRA-868-2

About the area

Pokolbin

Located in Pokolbin, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Macquariedale Estate and Lucy's Run Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Singleton Square and Singleton Plaza. Consider Bimbadgen Palmers Lane for a night out or Hunter Valley Wildlife Park if you're travelling with kids. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like winery tours.
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Pokolbin, NSW

What's nearby

  • White Barn Pokolbin - 11 min walk
  • Piggs Peake Winery - 12 min drive
  • The Vintage Golf Club - 16 min drive
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 17 min drive
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Branxton Station - 16 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪4 Pines at the Farm - Hunter Valley - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Leogate Estate Wines - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪NINETEEN Hunter Valley - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Amanda's on the Edge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪IronBark Hill Brewhouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Kookaburra Hideaway Hunter Valley have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Kookaburra Hideaway Hunter Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kookaburra Hideaway Hunter Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kookaburra Hideaway Hunter Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kookaburra Hideaway Hunter Valley located?

This family-friendly Pokolbin holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Macquariedale Estate, and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Vintage Golf Club and Lucy's Run Wines. Piggs Peake Winery and IronBark Hill Brewhouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described in description - Great place for a weekend away
Stayed here for a bucks weekend. Great communication with owners and was very private so noise wasn't an issue! as described in ad - 5/5 stars :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Gorgeous Property
My stay here was faultless. Super clean and open and beautiful. Hosts were lovely. Easy to check in and check out. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

ANGELA B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty and had active rats in the house every night
Summary: While spacious with a good open main room and private picturesque setting, it was dirty and unhygienic, had insufficient cooling in the bedrooms, and a serious rat infestation. (Normally we give an owner a chance to fix any issues with direct, non-public feedback. This time we made a different decision to be public, to ensure accountability) When we first arrived there were rat droppings in the living area, the kitchen and the bedrooms. Not sure how this got through “cleaning” as there were both fresh droppings and many that had clearly been there for quite some time. The rats came into the house every evening and left fresh droppings even though we left out no food. The rats repeatedly kept people awake with the noises as they knocked over and chewed non-food items. One evening when one bedroom door was closed the rats visibly chewed the carpets to get out of the bedroom under the doors. There were many unaddressed rat entry points as the ground level flyscreens were all chewed through (when we first arrived we opened the windows at night because there no was working air-conditioning in the bedrooms). After using the BBQ one evening the rats very quickly appeared on the BBQ itself before we had finished our meal (in daylight) – this was the only time that we saw the quite large rats. The owner had known about the rats before we arrived as he warned us about not leaving food out on our arrival day. The place also had dust in many places including dust that brushed off curtains. There were stained and uncovered doonas, stinky blankets, active cobwebs and dead bugs throughout the living areas and bathrooms. The bathroom needed to be swept of bugs on arrival. Windows were dirty and smeared. This is a build up that the owners haven't bothered to deal with. One evening a cocoon/nest fell from the living room rafters onto the lounge. At least two bathroom doors would not latch and just blew open with a gentle breeze or with the rush of air as someone walked past. A mother and child were stung by wasps, since – as we discovered - there was a large nest in a plant just outside the living room door on the deck. We later discovered another nest near the front door. One air conditioning unit was broken and the “evaporative air conditioning” for the bedrooms was a complete waste of time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunter Getaway: kookaburra
Great family getaway. Perfect place for a getaway with plenty of space and privacy for everyone. Amazing views and very peaceful… nicely located in a private setting. Will most likely be returning for another family getaway. Thanks Kookaburra 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amee B., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will take your breath away
The perfect (much needed) getaway for our group of 12. Everyone had so much space, the main living area was huge and perfectly accommodated our larger group. The views from the back deck are picture perfect, we have visited the hunter valley a few times but this stay takes the cake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erwin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunter Valley Experience
Great place to have a break!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stay with friends
Our group enjoyed our stay and the open space.

6/10 Okay

marian b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
hunter valley weekend with the family (8 adults/6 children) 40th birthday celebrations
The property is huge! The living area of this house is awesome and again huge, the kitchen was fabulous and well stocked in terms of crockery, glasses, pots pans etc, cannot fault it. The wrap around verandah was awesome for the children to ride scooters, and the bbq and bar fridge, futsal table were great additions to this property. Also the pool was fantastic, especially given that it was 45 degrees upon our arrival. The thing that let this property down was the misleading bedroom arrangements. Stayz website clearly stated there was 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. There was a description of the bedrooms and it stated that bedroom 5 had 4 queen size beds, the other 4 bedrooms had one queen size bed. This was definitely not the case, not even close. Yes, there were 5 bedrooms, but one of the bedrooms was directly off the master suite......not even a door to separate the 2 rooms. None of the rooms had 4 queen size beds in it, and this let us down very much. Our plan was the 6 children (cousins aged 3-9) were to sleep in the bedroom that held the 4 q/s beds. thereby leaving the remaining 4 bedrooms for the adults ( 4 couples) Upon arrival, it quickly became evident that the children would all be sleeping on futon with their parents. The children were disappointed to learn that they wouldn't be having the "sleepover"with their cousins, and the parents weren't to pleased about it either. We still enjoyed our stay as the purpose was for us all to be together for our eldest sons 40th birthday celebrations, however I do feel totally mislead regarding the the bedroom arrangements, and had I have known what was actually going to be presented would not have stayed at this property. Also the bathroom we had did not have a shower, just a spa bath, so we had to share someone elses shower, considering the money that we paid for 2 night stay and i am left feeling rather miffed.

10/10 Excellent

Fiona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for families
We stayed here for an extended family getaway with 6 adults and young 5 kids. Plenty of space, very comfortable accommodation and configuration but the best part was being in the middle of the bush - absolutely beautiful scenery and the kids ran wild. Would come back again for sure. Outdoor fire pit is awesome

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
We had a wonderful weekend. The owners were very accommodating and helpful and the place was just divine! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

zena F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every thing we hoped for and more.
I honestly dont know where to begin.. The booking process was easy and the communication with Andrew and Val even easier. Andrew was so accommodating to our requests and made us feel so welcome. We arrived just after sunset so the lights had been turned on for us on arrival.. we made use of all aspects of the house and its surrounds except for the pool because it was a chilly weekend. The fire pit was especially loved by myself and the rest of our family as it allowed us to spend time outside in the fresh air making memories and telling stories.. The beds were so comfortable and bathrooms super clean. Everything you need in a kitchen is provided just bring your ingredients. We are planning our next trip and are so excited to make this home our second home! We will definitely be here often. We come to the hunter every 3 months and usually stay at the crowne. For me I can definitely say I wont be going back to the crowne plaza while this hideaway is available. Big kudos for making such an amazing home stay! Thanks guys X
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

daniel h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place amazing hosts
Beautiful place awesome hosts nothing was to much trouble for them 100% recomend and stay again thank you so much

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the middle of nowhere!!!!
Fabulous venue and great set up! We loved every aspect of this venue and will be back.

8/10 Good

Julie D.

Relaxing, quiet, and peaceful
There were eight of us staying here two couples and our four adult children. I had stayed here before so knew the property was big and spacious and had enough bathrooms for us all! It is very peaceful and overlooks fields with cows and at dusk and dawn the kangaroos come out into the fields. It is well equipped, has everything you need . The hosts Andrew and Val are very welcoming . The pool was very welcome as the weekend was very very hot. It’s an easy two hour drive from Sydney, we are home now and wish I was still there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bernard H.

A great weekend for the entire family
Plenty of room for adults and children. The main bedroom is in a great position away from restless children. Our only criticism was the lack of cutlery and dish washing detergent, but we managed to borrow some from the adjacent wedding shed. The pool and spa baths were very handy. Great to see so many kangaroos in the adjacent paddocks. The late checkout was very welcome, would not hesitate to recommend the property to interested guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

Awesome property
The house was perfect! It is so private and had everything you could ever need. It was so relaxing and our dog also loved exploring the property! We did a wine tour with Andrew which was also great, but I did feel bad that he had to put up with a bunch of wine filled friends singing Daryl Braithwaite on the way home.. Thanks Val and Andrew!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Fantastic Property
Such a great location and the gorgeous house has everything you need for a fabulous stay. Adults, kids and one dog all stayed here and it suited and accommodated for all of us perfectly.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

BRAD M.

Wonderful Property
Kookaburra hideaway is a great place to stay in the Hunter. Close to the wineries, well appointed and run by friendly owners I will definitely return here in the future!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Troy P.

Excellent property
This place was so awesome, best location, best service. A group of 12 of us stayed here with heaps of room. We are already organising another weekend here.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kate B.

Lovely property, great for 8-10 people
Lovely spot 15 mins drive from the heart of Polbokin, but with a lot to see and do between the house and there. Very secluded and quiet with fantastic views and surrounded by wineries. The house is very large with a fabulous living area with a gigantic table, perfect for entertaining, and lovely big and cosy sofas. Very warm with heat pumps and a fire for the colder months. Too cold for swimming when we were there but the pool area is lovely and would be great in summer. We had 11 people in our group but that was a bit many, as one of the rooms has two double beds in it and the double sofa bed too, so that means that if you have more than 10 guests some people will have to share. No curtains in the living area so not really an option to bring the sofa bed out. Fine for some groups obviously, but something to be aware of! The small room off the master is very small and basic compared to all the other rooms, three of which are very big with king/super-king beds (super comfy too!) So, perfect for 8 people, alright for 10 if you don't mind sharing. Also be aware that while 4 of the 5 bedrooms have an ensuite one has a (lovely) spa bath but no shower, so if you're not in the mood for a bath you'll have to jump into someone else's bathroom! Andrew, one of the hosts, is a lovely guy, and next time we are back we will hopefully be able to go on a winery tour with him, which would be really fun. Thank you for having us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dagmara H.

Great property!
This is a great place to stay, beautiful view, peaceful, private and tranquil .It had everything we needed and wine just down the road. Definately coming back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Fabulous retreat
This was our second stay at Kookaburra Hideaway and once again we had a great stay. We loved finishing the day with a swim in the pool, the well appointed kitchen made self catering simple and we loved chilling with a wine and taking in the view.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

Stunning Property
My daughter's wedding was in the Hunter and this property was perfect for our extended family to stay during the 3 day wedding celebrations. The disabled bathroom was a blessing as one Nana had just left hospital after major surgery and the other Nana is wheelchair bound. All the beds were comfortable and the main living area was fantastic. Plenty of space, fantastic views and we utilised the BBQ each day. Kitchen was well stocked in all areas. The temperature was high during our stay and we made full use of the swimming pool. If I was to make a suggestion, it would be to have airconditioning in all of the bedrooms as we did struggle to sleep with the heat. The main living area has air con which was a blessing unfortunately it doesn't flow through to the bedrooms. I would definitely return and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Irene T.

Marvelous!....
Our stay was absolutely fabulous! The house is spacious and very private - the perfect location for us usual city dwellers to completely get away and recharge. The kitchen drawers and cupboard were very well stocked - not missing a thing! We all thought the large disable-serviced bathroom was excellent and very empathetic. One of the guests had back surgery 12 months ago and has some mobility issues so was very happily surprised at this feature of the house. The lack of shower in one of the en suites probably did seem a little odd however the guests made use of the great spa bath instead! Will definitely make a return visit (soon we hope)!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Valerie C.

Good but not great
The house is very nice but we were disappointed that one of the en-suite bathrooms does not have a shower. Yes there was a bath but no shower. There were a few small annoyances like a lack of towel rails - there was a hook over a door and no waste paper bin in main bedroom and bathroom. It has a good entertaining area and the view in the morning was lovely. It was raining so we didn't use the barbecue but it appears to be a very basic grill. The kitchen is well equipped. In all it was a pleasant place to stay but not the level of luxury which is promised on the website.

About the host

Hosted by Andrew and Valerie Haydon

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Have lived in the Hunter Valley for 30 years and love Australian wildlife and countryside.

Why they chose this property

If you love nature and Australian wildlife, this place is for you.

What makes this property unique

Tranquil and peaceful... and very spacious... great for large groups.

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English
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