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Bedroom 2 - Queen bed and also a set of single bunk beds

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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Rosebrook, NSW

Maitland Showground18 min drive
Tocal Homestead22 min drive
Wyndham Estate35 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)75 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We liked the seclusion of Bluegum Cottage. Lots of wildlife and a lovely view from the deck. Furnishings were comfortabl...

Phil D.

Nov 23, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Bluegum Cottage - Private jacuzzi , very private bush views.

ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY AT HUNTER RIVER RETREAT.

If your looking to leave the city behind and unwind on the deck of your own private rustic cottage with stunning views, to sit back and sip a glass of fine Hunter Valley wine and do nothing but soak up the peace and serenity. Then a visit to Hunter River Retreat is a must!

Perhaps a picnic on the mountain with a loved one, bush walking on our many trails, spotting local wildlife including our kangaroos and wallabies or feeding our farm animals interest you, then picturesque Hunter River Retreat is for you.

Hunter River Retreat is situated on 110 acres and approx. 2 hrs from Sydney, 15 minutes from Maitland, with boutique wineries close by and the main Hunter Valley wineries approx. 30 minutes away. Full Day Bus Winery Tours can also be organized that pick up from The Retreat - you can taste and not worry about driving.

Bluegum Cottage is a private fully self-contained cottage with Jacuzzi spa on the deck. It has two bedrooms, with a queen in each bedroom and a set of bunk beds (2 singles)in the second bedroom which offers splendid views of the valley and Hunter River.

Property manager

Eloise & Troy Jones

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Parental supervision required

Events

Events allowed

By agreement and minimal noise after 10.00pm

Pets

Pets allowed

Bluegum Cottage now has a fully fenced yard

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking only permitted outside

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: By agreement and minimal noise after 10.00pm

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maitland

This cottage is located in Rosebrook, a neighbourhood in Maitland, and is in a rural area. Walka Water Works and Maitland Gaol are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Werakata National Park and Columbey State Conservation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Maitland Showground, or check out an event or a game at Aerohunter. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Rosebrook, NSW

What's nearby

Maitland Showground - 18 min drive
Tocal Homestead - 22 min drive
Bimbadgen Estate - 35 min drive
Wyndham Estate - 35 min drive
Hunter Valley Gardens - 37 min drive

Getting around

Telarah Station - 15 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪D'Artagnan's Cafe - ‬15 min drive
‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬15 min drive
‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
‪Oporto - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluegum Cottage - Private jacuzzi , very private bush views. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bluegum Cottage - Private jacuzzi , very private bush views.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluegum Cottage - Private jacuzzi , very private bush views.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bluegum Cottage - Private jacuzzi , very private bush views. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Winter Art Bazaar, Maitland Showground and Walka Water Works. Maitland Regional Art Gallery and Maitland Gaol are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina C.

3 May 2024

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

Lovely cottage

The cottage itself was very comfortable and clean, fully equipped with everything, all was thought of for an amazing stay. Surroundings were awesome, very spacious for our cavoodle, kids loved the experience including the horses and the donkeys that were so friendly. Thank you for this wonderful experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil D., Charlestown NSW

23 Nov 2023

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

Quite and secluded cottage

We liked the seclusion of Bluegum Cottage. Lots of wildlife and a lovely view from the deck. Furnishings were comfortable and all the appliances worked perfectly. We'd like to see a screen door added to the entranceway to allow for good air flow. It took a bit of getting used to to only drink bottled water, but we got by. We did all of our own cooking in the well appointed kitchen. We rate this property to be the best we have found within a couple of hours from Newcastle for our two cavoodles, completely safe and secure. Would recommend this location for a quiet getaway. This was out first stay but we will be returning.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

kylie w.

3 Oct 2023

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

Amazing

Just a beautiful location and property. Even though there are other cottages on the property it was so quiet. Loved the spa on the deck and my daughter helped feed the animals

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Cameron H.

25 Sept 2023

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

Australian fishing tournament stay

We stayed in bluegum cottage while fishing a tournament apart of the national series We had 2 16ft + boats and were catered for beyond expectations We were offered access to power from their own workshop to charge batteries as well as our last night were driven into the local pub for free Will be back if we ever go to that venue to fish again!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juliana A.

15 June 2023

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

Miss

Had a great time

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kristy P.

21 Apr 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Pleasant stay

Spent 2 nights at Bluegum Cottage, lovely cabin.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

16 Apr 2023

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

Lovely Spot for a Getaway

Comfortable cabin in a lovely location. Great place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheridan M., Australia

3 Nov 2022

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

Ahhhh The Serenity

This gorgeous rustic cabin was just perfect for our 3 night stay. The view and the bird noises were so relaxing. It was so much fun feeding the horse and donkeys carrot and apple. So funny they would make a beeline for the cabin as soon as they saw someone there. So peaceful and quiet. Eloise was so friendly and helpful. We highly recommend and will return if ever we are in the Hunter Valley again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tadeo C.

21 Apr 2022

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

Just what we needed

Ticks all the boxes for a weekend getaway. Eloise was so helpful and easy to work with. Thank you very much for preparing the place for us and for thoughtful arrival gifts.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen W.

2 Mar 2022

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

Very good accommodation but raining when we were there which limited our ability to get out.

Very easy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sian M.

3 Feb 2022

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

Fantastic honeymoon

We stayed for 3 nights in the Bluegum cottage with our small dog. The place was fantastic as it has everything we needed. We loved the walks and all the animals on the farm and the spa in our cottage was just perfect after a day out Exploring.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Silvia B.

19 Dec 2021

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

Wonderful spot to relax

We stayed at Bluegum Cottage for 4 nights. Lovely deck with a spa, surrounded by nature. Very clean and spacious. The AC was much appreciated Ona very hot day! We had a small dog and it was great to be able to bring him. The yard is small but enclosed. There are a number of bush tracks to explore. Clear and quick communication with hosts. We had to postpone our booking twice because of lockdowns and Eloise was very kind and accommodating. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

10 June 2021

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

Perfection

Amazing place to just breathe. The stay was amazing. Arriving to gifts is a fantastic welcome!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leanne H.

23 May 2021

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

Very relaxing

A wonderful place to relax and enjoy the jacuzzi. Very friendly horse . Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

19 May 2021

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

Beautiful home in the Hunter

This house was all that we needed and more. From the spa, fireplace to complimentary treats and wine on arrival. The check in process was also seamless. Thank you Troy and Eloise!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

James T.

23 Apr 2021

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

Great accommodation and good location.

Very good dog friendly accommodation.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mitch M.

15 Mar 2021

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

Beautiful

Absolutely amazing. It was a surprise for my wife and I 1 year anniversary. She thought it was amazing. Exactly what we were after. Thank you so much

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K., Sydney

19 Dec 2020

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

A Lovely Rustic Secluded Getaway

This is a small but well appointed cabin that feels very private. The horse greeted us on our first morning, super friendly and very gentle. Even the Highland cattle came to say a quick and friendly hello. Eloise was brilliant. She really went out of her way to help. Everything was as described. The property was spotless. The bed was very comfortable. If you’re looking for a secluded getaway, this is a good one. Thanks Eloise!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

23 Nov 2020

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

Beautiful peaceful relaxing cosy just exactly what we needed. We all loved it and wanted to stay.

We will be back for our next break. Even though it rained we just loved it.

10/10 Excellent

Nadia B.

4 Oct 2020

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

Beautiful

The property was presented absolute pristinely and had everything we could need. Beautiful locator with beautiful views - highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracee H.

5 Sept 2020

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

An amazing place to stay that ticked all the boxes .

Eloise and Troy are welcoming and accommodating hosts. The cabin was spotless and very inviting. It was quiet, clean and cosy... With everything you could hope for some quiet time. The location is gorgeous and peaceful. Close to many Hunter Valley delights so you can so many things. The property is stunning and has its own special delights . We loved it and would definitely recommend for everyone from families, friends, couples. It will definitely draw us back again .

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

28 July 2020

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

Great Stay!

This property is highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Isra E., Syd eyebrows

7 June 2020

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

Relaxing and peaceful

Lovely little cottage, with all the essentials needed for a retreat into the countryside. Eloise is very helpful and was able to accommodate us at the last minute with no trouble at all! I would recommend to anyone looking to escape the big city for a few days. Beautiful peaceful and great access to the hunter region. Thanks!