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*Barrenjoey Hideaway*

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Our entrance on beautiful Winton Road
Cottage and house
View from above - cottage and attached house
Gazebo to sit and laze away the day
Gorgeous views from our 
Gazebo to enjoy

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Forreston, SA
  • National Motor Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Big Rocking Horse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Adelaide Oval
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

*Barrenjoey Hideaway*

Welcome to the heart of the Adelaide Hills at beautiful Barrenjoey Hideaway! Our charming property provides guests with the perfect opportunity to experience a wonderful farm stay surrounded by magnificent countryside and superb gardens, while being a short 40 minute drive from the Adelaide CBD.

Barrenjoey offers a fabulous escape for up to 6 adults and 3 children and features spacious, relaxing accommodation, with three separate sleeping areas with queen beds. There are extra bunks for children (at the end of the main part of the house), along with a fully equipped kitchen and laundry, plus two bathrooms and toilets.

Couples can experience the romance of a beautiful four-poster bed in our 1880s cottage, which incorporates olde world charm with the more modern attached house. Barrenjoey is also a perfect escape for families, with huge outdoor areas to explore along with cubbies and swings for kids, as well as plenty of indoor fun. We also welcome dogs to Barrenjoey; our accessible areas provide great play opportunities, along with a dam to swim in.

Barrenjoey is an active AgroForestry concern and our focus in those areas has been maintaining our native gums. Surrounding the house and cottage are acres of gardens; they are a combination of large, mature trees, smaller native shrubs and potted colour, and expansive areas of lawn. We also have developed a small orchard, plus we have a large veggie area for vegetables and herbs (which guests are welcome to use - produce is seasonal). There are multiple areas around the house to sit and simply enjoy the solitude and the view, and to hear and watch the beautiful selection of birdlife. Our two ponds provide a wonderful home to different varieties of Adelaide Hills frogs. And the distant calls from cows and sheep can often be heard from our neighbouring properties.

Barrenjoey is situated on historic Winton Road, which lies between Gumeracha and Birdwood. It is a very scenic, quiet dirt road and in many parts is lined with massive, old river red gums. There are many attractions within easy reach of Barrenjoey, including the Motor Museum in Birdwood and the Big Rocking Horse in Gumeracha. Further afield there is the Gorge Wildlife Park, an easy 15 minute drive to Cuddly Creek. There are also many fantastic wineries in the surrounding townships and beyond, such as Lobethal Road, Golding Wines and Glen Ewin Estate. The Barossa Valley lies a very reasonable distance away, about 25 minutes drive through some gorgeous countryside. During the summer months, one of the biggest cherry farms in the Southern Hemisphere, Torrens Valley Orchards, offers unlimited supplies of sweet cherries. We are lucky to have them situated at Forreston, right at the turnoff to Winton Road. The farmers market at Mount Pleasant, a short 15 minute drive away, is open every Saturday. Artisans, growers and producers from the area meet between 8am and 12 midday to provide visitors and locals with a unique and affordable food shopping experience.

Whether you are visiting Barrenjoey as a couple, a family, a group or even for your wedding celebrations, we always prioritise your unique requirements, ensuring your stay is a special one!

PROPERTY FEATURES:

* Welcome wine and chocolates
* 3 bedrooms with queen beds
* 2 bathrooms and toilets
* 3 extra bunks for children (end of main house)
* Complimentary guest amenities
* All linen and towels provided
* Fully equipped kitchen with Miele Dishwasher and Bosch oven
* Reverse cycle air conditioning
* Washing machine and clothes dryer
* Filtered rainwater to the house
* Coffee maker plus coffee and tea etc provided
* Sony flat-screen TV and DVD player
* Large outdoor BBQ
* Comprehensive library
* Complimentary Port-a-cot and high chair
* A place of comfort and relaxation
* Ideal for a romantic getaway for couples
* Catering for families and children
* Perfect location for parties and weddings
* Acres of gorgeous views, gardens and a forest to explore
* Pets welcome - check with owner

JUST FOR KIDS: Outside - Large cubby house, plus tree house, tree swings, ponds to catch tadpoles; nets supplied for yabbying in the dams with the adults - from September to December - and heaps of fun places to explore.
Inside - toys, books, movies, games, activity books with pencils and textas for colouring and drawing.

PLEASE NOTE: OUR TARIFFS ARE BASED ON A TWO ADULT, TWO NIGHT MINIMUM STAY. Charges for extra guests are then added to the tariff.

FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12 - TAKE 50% OFF THE NIGHTLY TARIFF PER CHILD. We're happy to alter the total once you let us know that you have children coming.

We welcome parties, functions and weddings at Barrenjoey; however they are STRICTLY PROHIBITED without prior arrangement with the owners in writing.

Functions/weddings available 1 April - 30 November (unavailable 1 December - 30 March). Maximum 80 guests. Prices start at $4,500 (includes 2 nights accommodation for 6 adults).

A security deposit will be applicable for any and all events, long stays and bookings over Christmas and New Year.

Property manager

Robin & Garry Dawson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Explore gardens, forest, enjoy cubbies and swings
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Weddings from $4,500 (inc 2 nights accom for 6)
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Dogs are welcome - check with owner to confirm
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside, inside is smoke free

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80
Note from host: Weddings from $4,500 (inc 2 nights accom for 6)
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Forreston

Located in Forreston, this holiday home is in a rural area. Talunga Estate Winery and Protero Celler Door are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Porter Scrub Conservation Park and Watts Gully Forest Reserve. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Forreston, SA

What's nearby

  • National Motor Museum - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Big Rocking Horse - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Adelaide Oval - 41 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Adelaide Convention Centre - 42 min drive - 41.6 km
  • Adelaide Zoo - 42 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Elizabeth Womma Station - 31 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lovells Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blumberg Hotel Birdwood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gumeracha Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cudlee Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pomegranate Cottage - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *Barrenjoey Hideaway* pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at *Barrenjoey Hideaway*?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *Barrenjoey Hideaway*?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is *Barrenjoey Hideaway* located?

This family-friendly Forreston holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of National Motor Museum and Big Rocking Horse. Porter Scrub Conservation Park and Watts Gully Forest Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Very quite wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome 4 days in the Adelaide Hills
Totally awesome place to stay We were very happy as was our female Rottweiler
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing location and property.
The property was very accommodating, very clean and tidy. Our hosts left basic essentials and since we we’re celebrating a special birthday a complimentary bottle of wine and chocolates.Highly recommend staying here. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alysha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at Barrenjoy!
We had a short, amazing stay at Barrenjoy! The property is incredible and creates such a relaxing environment. It is a close drive to some great spots such as Gorge wildlife park. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natajshia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property & Wonderful Hosts
Our stay was wonderful. We booked last minute for a getaway but also host a Christmas lunch. Robin and Gary’s communication and assistance was so incredibly helpful. The property is stunning, the gardens gorgeous, the cottage so cosy and beautiful, the kitchen well equiped to cater for our family lunch. The cottage and four poster bed was such a delight to stay in. The gardens with the various birds was so tranquil. Perfect for families and children with a cubby house, plenty of room to run, horses to feed. We were so delighted with our stay we extended it a night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene
Absolutely beautiful..so peaceful, long walks in nature,lots of relaxation.perfect in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway!
Such a lovely property, great location and wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem in the Hills!
Barrenjoey is a lovely well-appointed property close to Barossa and Adelaide Hills. Serene, private and very spacious grounds. Loved watching all the birds fly around the garden, fireplace and walks in the attached forest. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Relaxing, well catered, very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our three day stay.
Our stay was very nice and comfortable. The house was warm and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Birthday Get away
Lovely well equipped with everything that is needed for a wonderful stay. Beautiful gardens surrounding the house and lovely views on top of the hills. I would recommend this listing to my friends. Many thanks Robin & Garry
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
The property is so serene, the birds, trees just wonderful. And the house has everything that you ever want.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barrenjoey retreat
Barrenjoey was a complete delight, everything a family would need for a comfortable stay. Fresh bread, milk, butter etc all there on your arrival, would stay there again any time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
country getaway
property was clean , welcoming and everything we could have hoped for and more magnifico !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sergio D.

An amazing place , stunning gardens , peaceful and quiet
We arrived at Barrenjoey Hideaway, we were taken back by its peaceful beauty , the gardens were amazing lots of different areas to enjoy and relax , beautiful throughout and allowed our small dog Bella to enjoy as well , we give 5 stars , thank you we will be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley O.

Perfect place for a family getaway
The perfect place for families, great attention to detail, clean and beautiful complete with breakfast provisions. Our family including 5 kids had a fantastic time and we are sure to return in the future. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful accommodation in a beautiful setting
We originally booked to stay here for three nights, and ended up extending it an extra night we were so taken with the property. Well appointed, generously stocked, full of character and lovely hosts. We would definitely recommend this as a family or romantic getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend getaway
We really enjoyed staying and exploring the property. The house is very clean and comfortable, and super well equiped! The hosts are really thoughtful and kind, great communication. Thank you so much Robin and Garry!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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So many birds!
The property was very welcoming, well-maintained , well-equipped and attractive.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful well equipped home
Everything you need for a home away from home and the perfect rural getaway with picturesque gardens and forest to explore. Cosy wood fire made our stay so enjoyable in the cold. Ziggi loved the puppy treats 🐶. Robin is a wonderful host who has thought of everything. Ruby loved spending time with the ponies. We will be back! Thank you Robin and Garry for sharing your special home. 🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maretta C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful place!
What a beautiful place! We really enjoyed our stay. We will definitely be back. It was so lovely to sit by the fire and enjoy a glass of red. So many places to explore and our bulldog loved going for walks multiple times a day. We just loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD H.

Beautiful cottage in Perfect Surroundings
Robin and Gary’s beautiful cottage and fully equipped house was well above expectations. The homely wood fire and the country settings with manicured gardens was amazing. Our time was too short and we will definitely be coming back for a longer stay. Thankyou to Robin and Gary for their hospitality and having the fire well stoked even on our very late arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A stunning property with everything included
Barrenjoey is a wonderful property in a beautiful location. It is truly idyllic, with virtually no passing traffic, delightful gardens, abundant wildlife (especially birds), and peaceful views in every direction. The house itself was exceptionally well prepared - nothing has been forgotten. I've never stayed anywhere with such an extensive array of kitchen utensils and appliances, not to mention toiletries thoughtfully located where needed, bowls and waste bags for the dogs, and an impressive selection of games and DVDs for the evenings. While we enjoyed being without WiFi, it was comforting that phone reception was good (4G on Telstra) in case we had needed it. Truly a special place, made magical by the thoughtful touches of the lovely hosts, Robyn and Gary.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W., Palm Bay FL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, Quiet and had everything I could ask for
Robin and Garry provided a quiet, well maintained and exceptional house and property for me to unwind with maybe the exception of wifi. I had service on my phone, but not with my laptop, so I bought a wifi service and a router in Adalaide and had no issues. They went out of their way to ensure i had everything else I needed including milk, bread, butter and all the basic's and then some! I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen B., Morphettville

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Sanctuary
Didn't want to leave. So envious, I never met a farmer when I was younger and get to live among the gum trees. Plenty of birds, saw a hare, kangaroos and got to meet the horses. Nothing can compare to a warm fire and creature comforts. What a lovely property and humbled that it is offered as a holiday location. We looked at this property two years ago and finally got here. Brought Mum up here for her 86th birthday, had a wonderful couple of days. Thank You
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robin & Garry Dawson

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Why they chose this property

Garry and I first saw and fell in love with Barrenjoey Hideaway in June 2009 and have been passionately running our beautiful 42 acre farm as holiday accommodation since June 2010. Since then we have seen thousands of wonderful guests drive in to experience an unforgettable farm stay. We also love to welcome back our many return guests who over the years have seen the farm evolve. They delight in the many changes they see from year to year and season to season.

To discover and study the history of Barrenjoey from its beginnings way back in 1856 - when Johann and Maria Muller found themselves in Adelaide all the way from Germany and built their first little cottage, now just a ruin -we can see how this farm has been loved; we are fortunate enough to now call her ours.

Garry and I put as much into Barrenjoey as we take from it. We delight in being able to share it with you all!

What makes this property unique

Simply said, we think there is no other property like it! We waited a long time to find the right place for us, and this 42 acre, historic farm has everything one could wish for.

Barrenjoey is set on a beautiful, quiet dirt road, but not too far off the beaten track, being only 3.5km from Birdwood; it has magnificent views from every aspect of the house and its surrounds, and it has sprawling gardens which we spend every spare moment maintaining and improving.

Native birdlife is abundant, from sulphur crested cockatoos and other parrots to kookaburras and to small, fragile finches, and our resident blue wrens are testament to how one can become quite mesmerised with bird watching! Frogs happily croak nearby in our ponds, and our resident mob of kangaroos are at home wherever they may be grazing on the property.

There are many varied areas of our farm to explore, from the acres of gardens to our untouched, native hill area, to our forest with 3 dams. Fragile ruins indicate her age. And our front verandah is perfect to just sit and listen, watch and enjoy. You will discover something new each time!

The house and cottage are roomy, with three large sleeping areas, all set a reasonable distance from each other, along with two bathrooms and toilets. Bunks for 3 are at the end of the main house. The kitchen is superbly equipped with every type of utensil and crockery/cutlery item you will need, plus many extras. The laundry is fully equipped with washing machine and dryer.

Our combustion heater keeps the house warm and cosy during winter, and all timber is cut, stacked and free of charge from our agro forest. During the summer months the house and cottage stay cool with two reverse cycle air conditioners.

An undercover area gives unparalleled views and is ideal for drinks, meals and small gatherings. A large gas BBQ is provided, along with ample seating for up to 20.

As one of our very early guests commented in an online review many years ago, "Barrenjoey Rocks!"

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