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TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 7154 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Brunkerville, NSW
  • Watagans National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake Macquarie
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • John Hunter Hospital
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires

Two story country pole frame barn with 2 queen bedrooms, 2 single beds in upstairs sitting area large undercover upstairs deck kitchen bathroom open plan living with combustion fire and outdoor campfire amongst the gum trees and native wildlife. See our resident Kangaroos It has the feel of being isolated. But its only 30 mins from vineyards 20 mins from Lake Macquarie10 mins from M1.
8km Mountain bike trail on the property .Family friendly
45 mins from Newcastle.
A peaceful space for a relaxing getaway
Wifi ...DVDs and smart tv & selection of board games

Property manager

Jan and Garry Brown
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
ALL extra guests to pay $100 per head per night
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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
Note from host: ALL extra guests to pay $100 per head per night
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-4927, 2323

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brunkerville

Located in Brunkerville, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Lake Macquarie and Watagans National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground and Hunter Ice Skating Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Brunkerville, NSW

What's nearby

  • Watagans National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Macquarie - 34 min drive - 15.0 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 43 min drive - 29.0 km
  • University of Newcastle - 44 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 60 min drive - 47.2 km

Getting around

  • Teralba Station - 30 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Holmesville Hotel
  • ‪Old Oak Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • Blue Bell Takeaway
  • ‪Holmesville Takeaway - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Fitz & Chips - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Watagans National Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area and Lake Macquarie. Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area and Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 144 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natasha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil indeed!!!
A beautiful place to stay! It was wonderfully quiet and had so much space! And the hosts were absolutely lovely!!! Offering to help up with anything we needed. We are definitely going to be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful bush location
I needed a ‘time out’ and this place was absolutely perfect. Private and peaceful, surrounded by stunning bushland, birds and wildlife. Walking trails have been thoughtfully created around the property, where you can stroll for hours. The accommodation itself is spacious and has everything you’ll need. Plenty of room inside, with a big enclosed deck upstairs, and front and rear verandas. I will definitely be back to this little gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brunkie Barn at Christmas
We stayed two nights and were very comfortable. The property is quite lovely and well kept. All in all a pleasant stay which we would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

clint e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Relaxing Trip Away
My Family and i really enjoyed the long weekend staying here..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Best place to relax and enjoy time with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort in the wild.
We were very comfortable and enjoyed our visit. Beautiful accommodation with bathroom downstairs. Well appointed, I loved the tea/coffee selection. Not the deafening cicadas so much. They did pipe down for our delicious barBQ. Thanks Garry
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the perfect nature retreat
excellent and just what I needed and imagined, fire hearth inside that Garry had prepared for us as well as the fire pit. This had everything we needed and was simply perfect thank you Garry and Jan!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mehdi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place
This was my second stay here, and it was just as wonderful as the first. The place is amazing—clean, welcoming, and perfect for relaxing. It’s also a great spot for enjoying fireworks. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect winter escape
Generous but cozy barn-style accommodation in a rural setting, surrounded by forest. Great outdoor fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic retreat
What a fantastic place and well looked after. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, as always.
Has been my third time at the Bush Retreat and I'm looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break away. Beautiful setting.
Good place to stay. Well equipped home from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camellia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a place of calm and peace
Jan and Gary truly have a beautiful little stay and the surrounds are special and very healing to sit amongst the trees. The camp-fire is magical and inviting. Love this place. Thanks for the memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

indika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr
really good nice and quiet location we enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Tranquility!
Gary and his Wife were very accommodating! Very pleasant and personable. I would highly recommend and would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C., Noraville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
Property was great and in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway for Kids Birthday
Jan and Garry were the perfect hosts and their property is stunning. We stayed for 4 days for the kids birthday and had a great time. Everything was as described and the couldn't have been made feel more welcome. I would highly recommend a stay at this place. Jan and Garry thank you so much for having us and fingers crossed we'll be back at some point.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend
A beautiful relax place for a weekend. Lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two nights wasn’t enough, we will be back
Great place to stay with family, Plenty of space, more than I thought it would be, very close to the hunter valley. Jan & Garry was so beautiful and welcoming We will definitely come back! Thank you very much ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Brunkie Barn
Delightful property set in beautiful natural bush lands.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful weekend away
Great place to stay. So remote and we were able to really unplug from the rat race. So quiet and the place was just ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Our family really enjoyed relaxing here in peaceful bushland. We loved the bike trails and really enjoyed having a fireplace, and fire pit too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property
Had beautiful stay with my Aunty very peaceful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape to the bush
Fabulous to spend time in the bush- wildlife, fire pit, fire place and no distractions.Thanks Garry and Jan
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bush sanctuary.
We loved our stay. Place was beautiful and clean, had all the amenities and plenty to entertain the kids inside and out. Jan and Garry were wonderful hosts and very helpful when needing assistance with our trailer. It was very peaceful and lovely being surrounded by nature, will definitely return in the future. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jan and Garry Brown

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We have lived here for 30 years and recently completed our Barn to be able to share our 40 acres with others who love the bush and sitting around a campfire or simply relaxing by the indoor combustion fire.
We take pride in our presentation and cleanliness and our 5 star reviews we receive from satisfied guests

Why they chose this property

A lovely space to getaway from the hustle and bustle of city/suburban life to enjoy the peace and wildlife and recharge

What makes this property unique

8km of mountain bike trail on site

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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