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Water Gums Retreat, Barrington River, Barrington Tops area, perfect for groups

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Exterior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Bindera, via Barrington, NSW
  • Barrington Tops National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Saint Clements Historic Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Gloucester Country Club
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

+2
6 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Water Gums Retreat, Barrington River, Barrington Tops area, perfect for groups

Love the wilderness but can't do without the comforts of home? Then Water Gums is for you.
This unique four-bedroom fully self-contained mudbrick and cedar house is right next to the Barrington River, only a short drive from Gloucester.
The property enjoys a 320m frontage to the Barrington River. The house is in a secluded sanctuary, surrounded by trees and bushland which are full of birds and other wildlife. A place of peace and tranquility. There is a billabong just below the house where platypus and other aquatic life are commonly sighted.
Two of the bedrooms have queen-size beds, one has a double and one has three single beds, plus some mattresses for the extras. Two of the bedrooms are downstairs where the main bathroom and two-person spa are located. The other two bedrooms are upstairs along with a second bathroom. Linen is not provided but can be arranged at an additional cost if required.
Satellite wi-fi is available for guests.
Water Gums Retreat is the ideal getaway for couples, families and small groups seeking a secluded natural retreat within easy range of the Barrington Tops.
It features beautiful billabongs - one with an outlet to the river, wonderful wildlife and secluded bushland charm. Platypus are commonly seen in the early morning and around dusk.
The slow combustion log fire keeps the house lovely and warm during winter and the large covered deck is an ideal spot for summer outdoor dinning. Fully equipped kitchen and BBQ on the deck.
The house was largely built from locally made mudbricks and features timber slab detailing fashioned from trees felled and milled onsite.
Platypus, wallabies, echidnas, goannas, bats, waterfowl and many other creatures are commonly seen here.

Abundant wildlife
Water Gums is a bird-watcher's paradise, with the pre-dawn chorus an amazing daily treat. Nestled among the treetops the house looks out into the branches and greenery, with glimpses of the billabong and river in between the dense branches.

Property manager

Greg and Sylvia Ray

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
$300 bond and no pets allowed inside the house.
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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
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
Property Registration Number 2422, PID-STRA-19391

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bindera

Located in Bindera, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Saint Clements Historic Park is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Crossing Reserve and Barrington Tops National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing, rafting and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Map
Bindera, via Barrington, NSW

What's nearby

  • Barrington Tops National Park - 18 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Saint Clements Historic Park - 22 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Gloucester Farmers Market - 24 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Gloucester Folk Museum - 26 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Gloucester Country Club - 29 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Water Gums Retreat, Barrington River, Barrington Tops area, perfect for groups pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Water Gums Retreat, Barrington River, Barrington Tops area, perfect for groups?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water Gums Retreat, Barrington River, Barrington Tops area, perfect for groups?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Water Gums Retreat, Barrington River, Barrington Tops area, perfect for groups located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Rocky Crossing Reserve and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Barrington Tops National Park. Gloucester Folk Museum and Saint Clements Historic Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property, everything you could need for a family getaway
We had a wonderful time at Water Gums. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed.We spent our time swimming, floating down the river on lilos and playing games in the cool of the house.We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb relaxation
Beautiful property and a great place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Moana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Watergums Retreat
Peaceful and relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Hideaway
Watergums is a pleasant place to relax. Staying there felt like being in a treehouse, a very comfortable one, and this is a nice experience even if one does nothing else in the area. It is a great place to stay out in nature, with the sound of the river flowing, yet it is not too far from the town of Gloucester, which was handy for us to get supplies for dinner and also enjoy a pub lunch the next day. The only negative was the fact that linen was not included in the cost of the accommodation, but in our case we had one guest that was not able to join us and the hosts kindly refunded us for this at short notice, and the refund covered the cost of sheets. I would recommend this place for anyone that needs some time out from their hectic life, regardless of whether they want to explore the region or just sit back and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Stacey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Beautiful quiet location, wildlife
Gorgeous area, abundant wildlife, fantastic property with everything you could need. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic Riverside Retreat
Water Gums is a real slice of paradise, quiet and peaceful with lovely pockets of nature to explore around the property. Very comfortable and cosy no matter what the weather. The evidence of past floods is quite remarkable, seeing the debris caught so high in the trees. The river was flowing extremely rapidly so unsuitable for swimming, but listening to its sounds at night was very relaxing. No platypus seen on this trip as the billabong was very murky due to recent heavy rains, although we did spot quite a sizeable eel. Water Gums is a great way to detach from the hustle of the city, we only had a few days but feel re-juvenated by the tranquil break. Sylvia answered every enquiry promptly and we would definitely recommend Water Gums.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew k.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet location
Private
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Odette T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful retreat in the bush
We had the most relaxing and lovely holiday at Bindera. the house was so well appointed with everything we could ever need, tucked away in the treetops, right next to the river. Having no TV was an added bonus - we played games from the game cupboard, read books, drank wine on the hysteria covered deck and just really enjoyed being away from it all and in nature. Thank you for such a perfect holiday!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil hideaway
Such a lovely, beautifully built home and in a great location. We loved seeing all the birds and the platypus, turtles, eels and fish could be spotted at dusk while quietly sitting on the hidden bench near the billabong.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naomi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little get away
Lovely property that forces you to relax. Beautiful vista, great exploring to do with young kids. We were only there for 3 nights but came back to the hustle all refreshed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa B., Manly

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful escape
Lovely house nestled in the trees with just the sound of the river and the birds. Very peaceful! We enjoyed canoeing in the billabong, exploring the property, swimming in the river and when it rained there was a fascinating selection of books for both kids and adults and great games. Nice big kitchen and amazing balcony. Such a beautiful area! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total seclusion 👍
Great place to stay if you are wanting a nice quiet relaxing break. Loved it will definitely be back. Thank you to Greg and Sylvia for everything.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S., ANNA BAY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic Beauty
Location was perfect for a much needed getaway. After the shock of the 4 klm unsealed road to arrive at such a beautiful spot was well worth it. Bonus of air conditioning on the 40 degree day much appreciated. We survived 4 days of no TV by playing games, bushwalking, swimming and fishing. Explored the area and a quick trip to Barrington Tops. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your own mountain stream
Comfortable property in nature
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in an awesome spot
What a wonderful place with lots to do. We loved Bush walking and exploring. The house was perfect for our family. Greg and Sylvia were very helpful and quick to respond to emails.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat
Very easy to book and instructions very easy to follow
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Trevor D., Sydney

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfy and spacious house close to the river.
No hassles and trouble free
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hayley S.

Private and tranquil
We wanted a quiet and relaxing break from it all and this gorgeous property was just the thing. We loved the extensive surrounds, covered verandah/deck, wood burner and tastefully rustic decor. Thank you Ray and Sylvia.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

luke a.

Hidden gem!
This was an amazing little getaway over the holiday period, lots of swimming and such a cute house and deck to relax and share time with friends. I would recommend for anyone wanting to enjoy nature and a wholesome homely vibe.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Akhil V.

Great place to spend the vacation
Nice place to stay and to do some fun activities in the river .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

watergums retreat
Loved the location and the house was amazing will return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Excellent
Great for the nature lover peaceful and quiet.....
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Katherine B.

Warm and inviting...
We had a lovely stay, great place to base ourselves to explore The Barrington's! Finally got to see and play in the snow there!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Danny Y.

Pretty much everything you need in a Bach!!
What a lovely place to retreat to. It rained when we stayed - but that's why we chose this spot. Log by er, trees right there, and the deck was surprisingly large and quite useable even in the rain. For a South Island kiwi outdoors person like myself, this was just perfect. Will likely stay again :-)))))
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

SARAH B.

An escape from it all
A lovely spacious house, with a well equipped kitchen, very comfortable beds and in a quiet, peaceful location. If you have access to your own kayaks or lilos, there are beautiful trips you can make down the river from The Steps a few km upstream. We hope to return again.

About the host

Hosted by Greg and Sylvia Ray

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Languages:

English