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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bellingen, NSW
  • Bellingen Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Old Butter Factory
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Dorrigo National Park
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cascades - Couples Sanctuary


Cascades cottage is a separate, fully self contained, spacious one bedroom timber cottage. It is bright, clean and airy and has a private veranda with expansive views of the surrounding Promised Land and World Heritage mountains. The cottage shares five acres, with the timber house we live in, but is completely independent from our house. It has a very comfortable queen bed with quality linens and is best suited for two people. However, there is a comfortable sofa in the lounge room if you have one extra to squeeze in.
The cottage has a flat screen TV, DVD player, a vast number of DVDs, ceiling fans, combustion stove, electric towel rail and a large powerful hot shower.
The fully equiped kitchen with cooktop, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee plunger and blender. It is well stocked with essentials like olive oil, salt, pepper, tea, coffee, milk, and we are always happy to supply anything you may need if we have it. Quality toiletries are also provided.
As much as possible, everything we provide for you is locally produced and organically grown. You are welcome to take fruit and herbs from our garden and orchard.
We're a ten minute drive from Bellingen on an all tarred road and beautiful walks around the Promised Land area are on our doorstep.
The property is a bird watchers paradise. We have an abundance of native birds including Regent Bower Birds, Black Cockatoos, Cat Birds, wrens, finches and parrots. Every morning is welcomed by clans of Kookaburras, Magpies and Whip birds. Over sixty varieties have been spotted. We also have occasional visits from Bandicoots, Pademelons and Quails.
This is a peaceful and restful location but also close to many amenities.

Other things to note

No pets allowed.
We can arrange pick up from the airport.
No minimum stay required, except for school holidays.

Property manager

Peter Tarabay
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-17917, 2454

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Gleniffer

Located in Gleniffer, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Hammond & Wheatley Emporium and Old Butter Factory are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bellingen Golf Club and Bonville Golf Resort. Raleigh International Raceway and Coffs Harbour Butterfly House are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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Bellingen, NSW

What's nearby

  • Bellingen Park - 21 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Bellingen Community Markets - 22 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Old Butter Factory - 23 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Bonville Golf Resort - 37 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Dorrigo National Park - 47 min drive - 44.4 km

Getting around

  • Coffs Harbour Station - 45 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Butter Factory Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bellingen Brewery & Co. - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hyde Bellingen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Bellingen Gelato Bar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Bruno’s - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cascades - Couples Sanctuary have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Cascades - Couples Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cascades - Couples Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cascades - Couples Sanctuary?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cascades - Couples Sanctuary located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Gondwana Rainforests of Australia and within 9 miles (15 km) of Bindarri National Park and Lavenders Bridge Park. Bellingen Museum and Hammond & Wheatley Emporium are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Isabel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing stay
Pool was beautifulBed very comfortable Kitchen well appointed and stockedCould do with a new fridge that has an icebox in the topPossibly a coffee machine for podsMaybe a SMART TV, would be good to watch movies/tv series on different streaming services.. particularly in the winter months curled up in front of the
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kerrie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet location
Perfectly quiet with mountain views, clean, comfy, all you could want.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janeen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow factor and value for money
This cottage is open and allows natural light in, yet is small enough to be cosy and warm. The hosts provide lots of extras and access to explore the property. A warm welcome on arrival and the privacy to just sit and enjoy the atmosphere was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Little Getaway Location
Out of the way of the hustle and bustle, we had a great escape to be alone and do something or nothing. Good luck watching all the DVD's in a week - the place has everything you need to enjoy your time away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Quite, relaxing enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Fantastic new garden accommodation
Beautiful and secluded accommodation with welcoming and friendly hosts
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfull Property
We really enjoyed our stay. Cabin was very comfortable and on a beautiful property. Peter was a great host. We would highly recommend booking cascades.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joice T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Love the place! We were so lucky to witness the storm coming in and the lightning. We have got what we needed during our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My stay at Cascade
I really enjoyed my stay Peter is a wonderful host. I'll be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peacefull getaway
Inside the cottage was much bigger & better than I was expecting. The hosts were welcoming, friendly & helpful. Even though when we stayed the weather was bad ,the surrounding hills & mist were lovely. We would visit there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

john t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quiet time
nice quiet property .very nice owners Enjoyed using the pool. Included everything we needed and was great location for wedding we were attending.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet escape & bird lovers paradise!
Well presented, clean, spacious & cosy. Friendly, generous hosts who love & encourage the natural bush surroundings of their property. Highly recommended bnb. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whisper quiet, spotlessly clean, heaps of space, great host
What a find in Bellingen! Private large cabin with amazing views and birdlife. Had every mod con appliance and heaps of space. A wonderful host who even lit the open fire for us before we arrived!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

HELEN K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just beautiful
We enjoyed our 2 night stay in this beautiful cottage in what is aptly named The Promised Land. It had everything we needed plus so much more. Of an evening we could lay in bed and see the stars and of a morning have a coffee outside dwarfed by the distant mountain range. Perfect generous host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
promised land
thank you for sharing your beautiful property Peter and Kathy and for the many thoughtful extras' Such a quiet Setting full of bird life and peaceful surrounds It was a privilege to stay and to meet with you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gleniffer
Beautiful setting and friendly hosts. Thank you for opening your property to us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet weekend getaway
Very comfortable getaway . The wood heater was a bi t of a novelty and worked very good 👍. Well equiped self contained kitchen .. Everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traudi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home!♥️♥️
We didn’t want to leave! For us it was the PERFECT location, as we attended a 100th birthday party at Gleniffer Hall! Thank you Cathy and Peter!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
The area exceeded our expectations. There is a stunning backdrop from every advantage in the cottage. The cottage was clean, well equipped and tasteful. The supply of some essentials was a wonderful surprise. We enjoyed our stay immensely. Thanks Cathy and Peter.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ok.
Ok for a couple of days.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheree F., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gleniffer stay.
A beautiful stay with gorgeous views and serenity. A windy road approach from Bellingen , wouldn’t want to approach in the dark, but otherwise flawless. Very gracious hosts leaving us eggs, milk bread and butter and many oranges and lemons from their own trees. Fresh orange juice each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, will be back!
Peter's property is immaculately clean and modern, and set amongst some beautiful scenery outside of Bellingen. A short drive to town, local swimming holes, and stocked with everything we needed for three nights, we will be back...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

rob d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aug '20
excellent location and neat and tidy cabin with all requirements. very helpful owners who although are located close by, felt like we had property to ourselves and were undisturbed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Peter Tarabay

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