Title: The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=105385837&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape Cottage in Belford with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape ![Smart TV, fireplace - The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape (Belford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105385900/105385837/bb382fef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape (Belford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105385900/105385837/20a697f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape (Belford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105385900/105385837/87384222.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape (Belford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105385900/105385837/e261edfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape (Belford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105385900/105385837/302241b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Caretakers Cottage, a tranquil haven nestled in the heart of Hunter Valley. With its fully-equipped kitchen and cozy lounge area featuring a wood fire, unwind in style while enjoying sunset views on the patio overlooking rolling countryside. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape Welcome to the Caretakers Cottage. A tranquil and stylish two bedroom, two bathroom brick cottage located on 10 acres of private countryside in the heart of the Hunter Valley. With all the comforts of home, close to world-class vineyards, wedding venues, restaurants and event locations, it is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The Space: Rich in character, cosiness and comfort- the Caretakers Cottage features a fully equipped galley style kitchen with premium appliances, leather chesterfield lounges sit in front of a gorgeous wood fire, with central air-con and ceiling fans on-hand for the warmer months. An open plan living area with double French doors, allows natural light to flood into the cottage from the outdoor patio. Perfect for a sunset wine, the patio has a well equipped BBQ and outdoor dinning space which overlooks rolling country landscape and you will be sure to spot the local wildlife. The property has two generous-sized bedrooms each with its own ensuite and luxurious bath. Towels and linen for your stay is included. Bedroom 1 - 1 x Queen, Bedroom 2 - Super King OR 2 x King Single. Local vineyards, world-class restaurants and event venues all are within a 10-15min drive. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Grey water recycling system - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108722600/108722543/3594b160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hunter Explorer - Games Room & Outdoor Spa Cessnock - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=108722543&PinnedHotelID=108722543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111880000/111878400/111878363/17aa6e97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bellbird Hideaway Bellbird Heights - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning £303 includes taxes & fees 3 Feb - 4 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=111878363&PinnedHotelID=111878363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95260000/95255700/95255699/fd3a1e34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nomad's Nest- on the Hunter Valley door step Cessnock - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 14 reviews £129 includes taxes & fees 8 Feb - 9 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=95255699&PinnedHotelID=95255699&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60440000/60432200/60432174/4af2b5db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing, secluded twenty-five acre property - yet close to everything you need! 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Please be aware that there is dam near the accommodation. This unfenced dam services the property and swimming is strictly prohibited. Caution is advised around the dam and with any wildlife you may come across. Please respect the natural wildlife and keep a safe distance. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property uses a grey water recycling system 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 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 2335, PID-STRA-59691 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Belford, this cottage is in a rural area. Hunter Valley Wildlife Park and Binnorie Dairy are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Lovedale Smokehouse Cafe, Charcuterie & Majors Lane Cooking School and Singleton Square. Ready for a night out? Consider Bimbadgen Palmers Lane and Roche Estate. [Visit our Belford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belford.dx6348343) [View more Cottages in Belford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belford-Cottages.d6348343-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-32.694115,151.28981&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:buofEixkz%5B%3FQ%3FS%3FO%40S%40S%3FQ%40S%40Q%40QBQ%40QBQ%40SBOBSBODQBQBQDQDOBQFQDODQDMFSFMDQFOFOFMHQFOFOHMFOHMHMHMHOHKJOHKJOHKJKHKLKJKHKJKLKJILKJILKJGLILGLIJILGLILENILCLILENELENELELCNENELANCNELANCNAL%3FNCNCN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBNBN%3FN%40NBL%40NDNBL%40NDLBNDLDNDLDLDNDLHLBLHNDLHJFLHLHLFJHLFLJJHLJJHJJJJJJJJJJJJJJHJJNHJJNHJHNHLHLFLHNHLFNFNHLFPFNFNDPFLDRFLDPDNDPDPDNBPDPBPDPBN%40RBNBRBP%40P%40PBP%40P%40R%3FP%40R%3FR%40N%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FPAP%3FRAR%3FPARAPCPAPAPCPCRCPAPCLERCPEPCPENEPEPENEPGLERGLEPGNGNGPILGNGNILINGNIJILINIJKNIJKLILKJKJKJKJKJKJKJKHMJKFMLMFKHMFMHMFKHMHODMFMDMHODMDMDODMDODMBODMBO%40ODM%40OBO%40O%3FOBMBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCOCM%3FOAOCMAOEOAMCOEOEMCMEOEMEOEMEMIMEOGMEMIMIKGMIMGMIKGMMKGMKKIMKKKIKKKMKIKKKIMKMIKKOIKIOIMIKIOGOIMGOGOIQGMGOGOEQGMGSEMEQEOGQCQEOEQCQCQESCMCQCQASCQAQCQAQAQAS%3FQASAS%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2KVGKHFJCrcuixNHdv_RUBfvV1A=) Belford, NSW ### What's nearby - ![Hunter Valley Gardens featuring a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6147909/9c50b802-86cd-4299-bee1-0e11aa146327.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hunter Valley Gardens 26 min drive \- 9.9 miles - Macquariedale Estate 7 min drive \- 0.9 miles - The Vintage Golf Club 22 min drive \- 6.6 miles - Bimbadgen Estate 23 min drive \- 7.5 miles - Roche Estate 26 min drive \- 9.9 miles ### Getting around - Branxton Station 18 min drive ### Restaurants - Branxton Fish & Chippery 18 min drive - Sidecar Roasters 18 min drive - Huntlee Tavern 16 min drive - Maitland St Collective Cafe 18 min drive - NINETEEN Hunter Valley 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape? ### What time is check-in at The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape? ### What time is check-out at The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape? ### Where is The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Caretakers Cottage- Tranquil countryside escape Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janelle R. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We really enjoyed our stay at The Caretakers Cottage, Belford. It’s a lovely, spacious, neat and clean house with a great outlook, and so quiet and peaceful.Would definitely recommend, and the great communication from the host, Jacqui, was much appreciated. Thank you. ##### Janelle R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin M. 17 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great layout and amenities and host extremely helpful. ##### Benjamin M. 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