Title: Shalimahs Secret-Beautifully Designed Luxe Cottage *10min to HV Gardens Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shalimahs Secret-Beautifully Designed Luxe Cottage \*10min to HV Gardens Holiday home in Aberdare with kitchen and fireplace ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98520000/98510900/98510832/c2ec1504.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98520000/98510900/98510832/fcf24be1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98520000/98510900/98510832/b188bcaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98520000/98510900/98510832/1ccf9fbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98520000/98510900/98510832/feb2b957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Shalimah's Secret, in the heart of Hunter Valley, offers a beautifully designed space to entertain and unwind. Relax by the timber wood fire or play pool and table tennis in the shed with friends and family. The living spaces are perfect for creating memories around our handcrafted timber and resin slab table. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shalimahs Secret-Beautifully Designed Luxe Cottage \*10min to HV Gardens Perfectly designed to entertain, relax and enjoy. Private and Close to everything. Msg us any questions for instant reply. 10mins from the world-famous Hunter Valley restaurants and cellar door and 2 mins from the local shops and supermarkets. \\ Shalimah's Secret is the perfect Hunter Valley getaway. Bedroom 1 King or 2 x singles. Bedroom 2 King or 2 x singles. Bedroom 3 King or 2 singles. living room Queen sofa bed. living room double sofa bed. sleeps 10 or 8 in separate beds The property was designed and fully renovated for accommodation the living spaces are perfect to entertain and spend time laughing and making memories you will love sitting around our beautifully handcrafted timber and resin slab table with all your friends and family. or snuggle around the timber wood fire with a glass of red while everyone is playing pool and table tennis in the shed there is a space for everyone and we can't wait for you to come and enjoy it. if you have any questions at all please msg us we will instantly reply we also offer discounts to our guest for wine tours and cellar door tastings. Guest access Entire property. Other things to note 14 Minutes away from he heart of the Hunter Valley Vineyards 14 Minutes from The Hunter Valley Gardens 4 Minutes from major super markets Fully Fenced 1000sqm block ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Golfing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23910000/23902400/23902338/0502466a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sascha's Retreat The Hunter Valley -Pokolbin - Pet friendly- Unlimited NBN Wi-Fi Pokolbin - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 135 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=23902338&PinnedHotelID=23902338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99480000/99478600/99478544/2150c7a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Florence Cottage, 10 minutes from Hunter Valley Vineyards. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 2325, PID-STRA-4830 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-32.84090%2C151.37418&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aHDkdXF7RSuKej0LHRmzzqzV5Wg=) Aberdare, NSW #### What's nearby - Hunter Valley Wildlife Park - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles - Hunter Valley Golf Club - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles - Roche Estate - 15 min drive - 9.6 miles - Hunter Valley Gardens - 15 min drive - 9.8 miles - Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club - 19 min drive - 11.2 miles #### Getting around - Branxton Station - 22 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive - ‪Caledonia Hotel - ‬5 min walk - ‪Oporto - ‬4 min drive - ‪Railway Hotel Cessnock - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shalimahs Secret-Beautifully Designed Luxe Cottage *10min to HV Gardens pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Shalimahs Secret-Beautifully Designed Luxe Cottage *10min to HV Gardens? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shalimahs Secret-Beautifully Designed Luxe Cottage *10min to HV Gardens? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shalimahs Secret-Beautifully Designed Luxe Cottage *10min to HV Gardens located? > Situated in Aberdare, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Werakata State Conservation Area, Werakata National Park and Oaks Golf Course. The Valley Brewhouse and Saddlers Creek Wines are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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