10/10 Excellent
Kathryn P.
4 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect bush stay
Kathryn P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 875 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Grose Vale, NSW
- Hawkesbury Race Club18 min drive
- Hawkesbury River19 min drive
- Panthers World of Entertainment34 min drive
- Bankstown, NSW (BWU)70 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 2 Child Beds
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Mud Brick Cottage @ Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages
PROPERTY SETTING:
Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages is conveniently close to Sydney yet you couldn’t feel more removed from the hustle and bustle of daily life once you arrive. Set on 40 acres of pristine land near Kurrajong, in the Hawkesbury area, we are tucked away in the foothills of the Blue Mountains. This is the perfect place for anyone looking to relax in the peace and tranquillity of the rainforest listening only to the birds and the gentle breeze in the trees. Take a walk to enjoy the natural beauty of the wild bushland that abounds, sip fine wine picked up on your day’s travel into the valley or sit by the potbelly stove relaxing; do as much or as little as you like.
THE COTTAGE:
Mud Brick Cottage is a quaint two story cottage built as the original family home. It has three bedrooms, two outdoor entertaining spaces and a small kitchen/dining area. The large loft bedroom has a queen and two kid singles; and the bedrooms downstairs are one queen (attached to the outside and accessed via the veranda) and one twin (internal). Fresh linen and towels are provided and the beds have electric blankets. There's a basic kitchenette and private BBQ to cater for simple meals. The cottage boasts a pot belly stove for heating and stays relatively cool in summer due to its position in the trees and the mud bricks. A double spa bath set in a garden conservatory is perfect for unwinding.
THE PROPERTY:
Mud Brick Cottage is one of five secluded, private, self-contained rustic cabins, each in their own separate area of forest on the property. They are available individually or as a group for up to 24 people. A tennis court is available for use up the hill at the main house.
Pets welcome by arrangement.
SIGHTS:
Nearby attractions include the beautiful botanical gardens of Mt Tomah, quaint Kurrajong village, Richmond markets and the historic Windsor all within 10 to 30 mins drive and well worth a visit. On our doorstep are two World Heritage National Parks, the Blue Mountains and the Wollomi, not to mention the Grose River ideal for a quick swim, or the mighty Hawkesbury River for more.
Hidden Valley Retreat Cottages is conveniently close to Sydney yet you couldn’t feel more removed from the hustle and bustle of daily life once you arrive. Set on 40 acres of pristine land near Kurrajong, in the Hawkesbury area, we are tucked away in the foothills of the Blue Mountains. This is the perfect place for anyone looking to relax in the peace and tranquillity of the rainforest listening only to the birds and the gentle breeze in the trees. Take a walk to enjoy the natural beauty of the wild bushland that abounds, sip fine wine picked up on your day’s travel into the valley or sit by the potbelly stove relaxing; do as much or as little as you like.
THE COTTAGE:
Mud Brick Cottage is a quaint two story cottage built as the original family home. It has three bedrooms, two outdoor entertaining spaces and a small kitchen/dining area. The large loft bedroom has a queen and two kid singles; and the bedrooms downstairs are one queen (attached to the outside and accessed via the veranda) and one twin (internal). Fresh linen and towels are provided and the beds have electric blankets. There's a basic kitchenette and private BBQ to cater for simple meals. The cottage boasts a pot belly stove for heating and stays relatively cool in summer due to its position in the trees and the mud bricks. A double spa bath set in a garden conservatory is perfect for unwinding.
THE PROPERTY:
Mud Brick Cottage is one of five secluded, private, self-contained rustic cabins, each in their own separate area of forest on the property. They are available individually or as a group for up to 24 people. A tennis court is available for use up the hill at the main house.
Pets welcome by arrangement.
SIGHTS:
Nearby attractions include the beautiful botanical gardens of Mt Tomah, quaint Kurrajong village, Richmond markets and the historic Windsor all within 10 to 30 mins drive and well worth a visit. On our doorstep are two World Heritage National Parks, the Blue Mountains and the Wollomi, not to mention the Grose River ideal for a quick swim, or the mighty Hawkesbury River for more.
Property manager
Fiona Macrae
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Multiple hazards for small children - contact me.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pls notify us you are bringing pets, bring bedding
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Sydney
Grose Vale, a neighbourhood in Sydney, is home to this cottage. Karu Distillery and Kurrajong Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum and Nepean Naval Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hawkesbury Race Club or Penrith Whitewater Stadium.
Grose Vale, NSW
What's nearby
- Western Sydney University Hawkesbury Campus - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
- Hawkesbury Race Club - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
- Hawkesbury River - 19 min drive - 16.0 km
- Sydney International Regatta Centre - 34 min drive - 32.6 km
- Panthers World of Entertainment - 34 min drive - 33.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Panthers North Richmond - 12 min drive
- KFC - 14 min drive
- Domino's Pizza - 11 min drive
- Mountain Grill - 12 min drive
- Chutney Cafe - 15 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Victoria F.
6 Feb 2025
Liked: Communication
Victoria F.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joanne H.
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and Peaceful
Joanne H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us as we were down from queensland to celebrate an 80th birthday
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Venassa
27 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Venassa
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine F.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 2 day stay
Christine F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nina M.
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Nature Injection
Nina M.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sameer G.
27 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house
Sameer G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Liz B.
29 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our lovely stay at mud brick cottage
Liz B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
James W.
19 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time back
James W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathi M.
19 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cutest cottage
Kathi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
katie w., Stanmore Sydney Australia
17 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful and relaxing place
katie w.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Camilla D., Sydney, Australia
25 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to reconnect
Camilla D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Attila M., Dover Heights, Australia
6 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet in the heart of Hidden Valley
Attila M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Isaac H.
10 Mar 2019
One of the most gorgeous places I've been
Isaac H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Jake P.
19 Sept 2017
Mud brick cottage.
Jake P.
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