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A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access.

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Back Deck of House
Get up close with one of our Angus Cows.
Swimming Pool
Back Deck
Fire Pit

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
AU$750
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Clarence Town, NSW
  • Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Tocal Homestead
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Newcastle Beach
    ‪62 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Granny Flat Room #1

1 Double Bed

Granny Flat Room #2

1 Double Bed

Kids Room

1 Queen Bed

King Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Sun Bed Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

Room

  • 250 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds, 3 Queen Beds, 2 Single Bunk Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Futon
Price is AU$750 avg per night,

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About the area

Clarence Town

Located in Clarence Town, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a river. Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue and Karuah and District Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Columbey National Park and Wallaroo National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 25 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Tocal Homestead - 41 min drive - 36.7 km
  • University of Newcastle - 48 min drive - 48.6 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 49 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 62 min drive - 56.9 km

Getting around

  • Wirragulla Station - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clarence Town Sport and Rec Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Clarence Town Bowling Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Williams River Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shaw's Williams River Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Adams R&P - ‬15 min drive

About this property

A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access.

Property Highlights
- 250M frontage to the Williams River with private pontoon - enjoy kayaking, water skiing, fishing or a picnic by the water.
- A beautiful saltwater swimming pool.
- Large outdoor fire pit with log seating.
- Spacious house with everything you need to entertain.
- An abundance of local wildlife including kangaroos, koalas and native birds.
- Our gorgeous, Angus Cows that you can feed, pat or snap a selfie with.

The space
The property includes a spacious 5-bedroom, 2 bathroom home with views in all directions.

Features include:
- Fully equipped kitchen with crockery, cutlery, glasses and everything you need to entertain.
- Modern appliances including oven, cooktop, microwave, dishwasher Aldi coffee pod machine and rice cooker.
- Expansive lounge room, sunroom and 2 separate dining areas (includes highchair).
- Large deck with outdoor setting, lounge and BBQ.
- Private patio with 6 burner BBQ.
- Fans, air conditioning and indoor wood fire.
- Laundry with washing machine, dryer and iron.
- TV and Wifi to relax after a long day outside.
- All linen, quilts and towels provided.

Main House Sleeping arrangements:

Bedroom 1: King Bed and Trundle Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Bunk Beds
Bedroom 4: Queen Bed
Bedroom 5: Queen Bed

Bathrooms: 2 x Full size Bathrooms (one bath)

For larger groups we also offer the option of the Granny Flat, which provides an additional 2 bedrooms, loungeroom, bathroom and kitchen.

Granny Flat Sleeping arrangements:

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Double Bed
Lounge: Sofa Bed

Location
Peppercorns Riverside Farm Stay is located in beautiful Clarence Town (approx. 1 hour from Newcastle or 2.5 hours from Sydney).
The property is on the banks of the Williams River and has magnificent views to the surrounding ranges of Wallaroo National Park.
- Clarence Town village is a 5-minute drive with a supermarket (IGA), café, liquor store and pub (Erringhi Hotel).
- The Clarence Town boat ramp is close by, and you can tie up on our private pontoon.
- Raymond Terrace is located 20 minutes South of the property with Woolworths, Dan Murphy’s, Aldi and Big W.

Guest access
The entire property is for your exclusive use during your stay.
You can walk down to the river or through any of the paddocks, but we just ask that you close the gates behind.
Please note: There is a small pantry locked in the house for our personal belongings and the garage is not accessible to guests.
Other things to note
- Unfortunately, the property is not able to be booked for parties or large events. We ask that you please keep noise to a minimum at night as we are in a very quiet valley and don’t want to disturb our neighbours.
- Dogs are allowed but please keep them away from the cattle and animals on surrounding properties. Your dog is welcome in tiled areas of the house, but we do ask that they are kept off the furniture and carpet.

We really want you to enjoy your stay so please contact us if you have any questions or would like to discuss any of the above.

Property manager

Glen
Premier Host

Amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Long-term renters welcome

Frequently asked questions

Does A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access. pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access. located?

This family-friendly Clarence Town farm stay is located on a river, 1.9 mi (3 km) from Columbey National Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wallaroo National Park and Columbey State Conservation Area. Seaham Swamp Nature Reserve and Karuah National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay on the river
Was the right place for a relaxing weekend with family on the river. Beautiful setting for get together. Loved kayaking up the river. Saw a koala and plenty of kangaroos, birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Megan
We had a wonderful time
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Erin L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River, pool, farm
We enjoyed kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding on the river. Kids loved the pool. The view is beautiful and the house has plenty of space for large groups. Kitchen is well-equipped and there were plenty of cleaning supplies, toilet paper, linens etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

SAMANTHA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Lovely spacious home. Beautiful surroundings and peaceful. Pool was very nice but underwater light was hanging out exposed wire. Lawn could have used a mow as made it more difficult to keep house clean as feet getting wet all te time. Also harder to play cricket. Outdoor lounge has seen better days. Beds were comfortable. Everything you need in kitchen. Second fridge not working properly in house. Overall we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peppercorn
The setting is beautiful and we greatly enjoyed our stay. Our host Glen was helpful, approachable and accommodating. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyla T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends stay
My friends and I came here during our uni break for a lovely relaxing holiday. It was the most beautiful property with so many fun things to do. Perfect for accomodating a large group. I couldn’t recommend this property enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peppercorn Farmstay
The perfect country setting for a big family to come together. We loved the property and the accommodation both the little house and the big house, it was perfect for our family gathering. Loved the outlook from the front of the driveway and the back of the property so picturesque. We had perfect weather for a fire pit and just lazing around on the verandah. Was very happy with the whole weekend, would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Stay
Great place for the family to unwind and relax. Stayed here for 2 nights and Glen was an awesome host. Easy to contact and very understanding of our situation. Kids loved the pool, plenty of space for them to run around House and facilities were great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Farm Stay
I’ve stayed at the property a few times and as always, we had such a great weekend away. There’s always something to do during the warmer or colder seasons. Fits everyone comfortably. Overall great accomodation and no issues with checking in or checking out. Looking to book again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hieu B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing get together with extended family
The property is perfect for our 3 families of 12 in total + a golden retriever (I think he enjoyed it the most!). We played cricket over sunset, swam in the pool under the mid-afternoon sun, cooked a bbq for lunch and dinner, the kids played board games in the living area whilst the adults chat or watch tv on the sofa. At night, we lit up a bonfire and roast marshmellows under a full moon. It was a great setting for my 3 sister's families to reconnect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vineel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Host and Great Property!
Glen was an absolute pleasure to deal with. He was communicative, kind and went above and beyond to ensure all our needs were met. The property listing was accurate and was perfect for our group of 10. All the equipment was functioning well. There were plenty areas to hang out. the place was stocked with everything we needed from condiments to board games. 10/10 experience, would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unforgettable Riverside Retreat at Peppercorns
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Peppercorns, located just 2.5 hours from Sydney on the picturesque Williams River. The property offers a delightful walk or a short off-road drive in a 4x4 to the river. Each morning, we were greeted by the sight of numerous kangaroos along the way. We brought our boat and found a convenient boat ramp just a couple of minutes’ drive from the property, along with a jetty at the bottom where we picked up our guests for an exciting day of wakeboarding. The stretch of river available for wakeboarding was perfect, offering plenty of flat water and minimal traffic. The property itself is fantastic, with numerous entertaining areas, a cozy fire pit, and ample bedrooms and beds to accommodate everyone comfortably. Our evenings were spent around the fire pit, creating wonderful memories. A special highlight was meeting Eddie, the adorable 9-week-old calf, whom we had the pleasure of feeding—an unforgettable experience for all our guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Pleasant stay in the Country
Our family recently stayed at this Clarence Town property for a weekend to celebrate 2 birthdays (one for 80 and one for 42). The group consisted of 6 adults and 4 children (aged 3 - 13) with the layout of bedrooms perfect for our needs (we did not require the 5th bedroom or granny flat). The bathrooms, kitchen and family rooms provided us with comfort and spaciousness with appliances, utensils and condiments completing our requirements. Being June the weather was not conducive to swimming in what looked like a fun place to be however the BBQ on the verandah was a winner. Our host (Glen) was more than helpful and his responses to our queries was exceptional. I can recommend this property to anyone seeking a pleasant and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebrating 80 years
We had an amazing stay for our father's 80th birthday. We stayed for a long weekend and enjoyed our family getting together as we did when we were kid's ,now all with our own. This home has plenty to offer from chill out spots to big spaces to be together for meals and games, Plenty of fires and blankets for outside sing alongs, and a great space to enjoy playing pool and playing beer pong. when the weather is on your side the pool is perfect for a swim after a walk down to the river with the cows and kangaroos. My whole family said this was the best weekend away we have ever had and we HAVE to do it again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Family catch up
Great area , the young ones enjoyed the lovely pool, fishing and the outside area all having great time together. Good size home for a large family gathering and well equipped in all areas with lots of room for all, Little disappointed with some cleaning aspects -Bar B Q , Dishwasher had very bad smell we needed to run a hot/ long cycle through it , trays in oven with food still on them Freezer in fridge had blood in it, and some items needed attention as wire door and draw broke blinds of runners etc, Our family had very enjoyable time together catching up with good space for all , we appreciated the late checkout given . Well done Thank you Patricia
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024