Title: Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin 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 cabin # Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33570000/33569986/535d1c2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33570000/33569986/20feed79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33570000/33569986/48335a25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33570000/33569986/ce600fb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33570000/33569986/feb12558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in Bellingen, Potters Cottage offers a peaceful retreat with a timber verandah under a majestic mango tree and mountain views. Explore the nearby Dorrigo World Heritage National Park Rainforest, Never Never River in the Promised Land or Darkwood where the Bellinger flows. The cottage is equipped with reverse cycle air-conditioning and features comfortable hardwood furnishings. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - - - Kitchen £175 includes taxes & fees 20 Oct - 21 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin ABOUT THE COTTAGE A quiet comfortable self-contained cottage. It has a reverse cycle air-conditioner, super comfortable king size hardwood bed and a good size timber verandah nestled under a big mango tree looking north to the Dorrigo range across the Bellingen Valley & mountain views. ABOUT HOSTS I am an artist, a painter/potter I have a studio next to our home. I have a delightful 9 year old daughter called Minh-Chau. As your hosts we would like to ensure your stay in the area is enjoyable. If we can provide any assistance, our pole house is only 50 metres from the cottage so please give us a bell or come to our home if you need information or anything and we will do our best to help. LOCATION Potters Cottage is located at 8 Short Street Lane, Bellingen. It is a quiet, comfortable and fully equipped space with a good size verandah under a large old mango tree looking north past the studio to the Dorrigo ranges and Bellingen Valley. The cottage is just a minute's walk to town centre where you will find cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping. There is also a great Alternative Book shop. The property fronts the river park which is just a five minute walk to the Bellinger River. The park has picnic areas, swimming spots and more gorgeous views. The cottage is a 20 minute drive to the Dorrigo World Heritage National Park Rainforest and only a 15 minute drive to the spectacular Never Never River in the Promised Land and is also close to Darkwood where the Bellinger flows. Urunga is a 15 minute drive where you will find beautiful quiet beaches and a boardwalk at the mouth of the Kalang and Bellinger rivers. Bellingen is about 30 minutes drive south of Coffs Harbour airport, and about a 10 minute drive off the Pacific Highway along Waterfall Way. ABOUT BELLINGEN Bellingen is an interesting town, famous for its many musical festivals and cultural-arts events. The monthly community market is also a highlight and is held on the third Saturday of each month The growers market is held every Saturday at the showground whilst the farmers market takes place each Wednesday on the south side of town. Welcome to Bellingen. We hope you have an enjoyable stay. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### 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 - In a village - In the mountains - On a river ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25140000/25137800/25137722/ef92a934.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casuarina Cottage - walk to town - Mountain views. 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 PID-STRA-15437-2, 2454 ### Property is also known as Fully Detached Centre Located Quite Private Open Plan Cabin 183160 ## About the area Located in Bellingen, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. 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 Raleigh Winery. The Honey Place and Raleigh International Raceway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Bellingen travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bellingen.dx180384) [View more Cabin rentals in Bellingen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bellingen-Cabins.d180384-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-30.45060%2C152.89566&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Vlcg3jkkGFtJffKipENGD--QoBQ=) Bellingen, NSW ### What's nearby - Hammond & Wheatley Emporium - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Lavenders Bridge Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Bellingen Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Bellingen Community Markets - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Old Butter Factory - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Nambucca Heads Station - 29 min drive - Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Diggers Tavern and Motel Bellingen - ‬6 min walk - ‪Old Butter Factory Cafe - ‬19 min walk - ‪Black Bear - ‬5 min walk - ‪Federal Hotel - ‬4 min walk - ‪Habitat Coffee House - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin? > As of 19 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin on 20 Oct 2025 start from £175.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bellingen-Hotels-Fully-Detached.h33569986.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin located? > Situated on a river, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Lavenders Bridge Park, Bellingen Museum and Hammond & Wheatley Emporium. Bellingen Park and Bellingen Golf Club are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fully detached, centrally located, quite, private, open plan cabin Reviews 9.6 ### 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 55 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Bernhard V. 5 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location John is a great host and the accom was so close to everything from cafes to top quality dining yet his place was quiet. Bed is super comfy too! ##### Bernhard V. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul S. 1 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and friendly host Great location. Would love to have stayed longer ##### Paul S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Bruce Q. 20 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bellingen Great property, quiet and fantastic location ##### Bruce Q. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen F. 13 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful getaway Absolutely perfect cottage with everything you need to relax and enjoy the environment. ##### Helen F. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny B. 28 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved Our Stay! The Potters Cottage was great! Quirky, quaint and very comfortable. Our host John was friendly, helpful and welcoming. We enjoyed Bellingen and our lovely stay. ##### Jenny B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle F. 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot for a few days Loved the little cottage perfect location walking distance to everything. Fabulous Host. We will return. ##### Michelle F. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shayleen H. 1 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem Quite peaceful but only a step or two away from Bellingen Main Street with all it has to offer. Highly recommend a few night’s stay at this venue. Owner John a pleasant host 😀 ##### Shayleen H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Susanne W. 3 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bellingen treehouse vibes Great little hideaway just behind Main Street . A cute little nest a bit like a treehouse, so glad for air conditioning as we arrived to a heat wave ! Overall good for a short stay. ##### Susanne W. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meredith H. 20 Feb 2019 #### Wonderful Comfortable peaceful really homely ##### Meredith H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Razz B. 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Comfortable, quiet and charming. ##### Razz B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crolina S. 3 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Piece of tranquility in the middle of town Beautifully appointed cabin in the centre of town, yet tucked away from the tourist bustle. So many things to see around the town...highly recommend the waterholes! John was very welcoming and friendly. We will definitely be back and highly recommend! ##### Crolina S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Helen R. 26 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cabin Clean and super well located in town. Some aspects of decor could do with updating but it is a pleasant, welcoming and comfortable place . Everything is clean and works well and we enjoyed our 2 night stay- pity more eateries not open in town - .winter? ##### Helen R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise G. 26 May 2018 #### Compact apartment in the heart of town. Ideal for a couple this place is private, well appointed and comfortable. Just a short stroll to all the fabulous eateries in town, or stay in and cook your own meal and sit outside on the deck overlooking the valley. Also an ideal location to go exploring the National Parks and waterfalls near Bellingen which is a must. ##### Louise G. Stayed 3 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Avril B. 16 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Cozy Treehouse We had a wonderful five day stay in John's Cabin, embraced by a cool and leafy mango tree. So conveniently located close to town, yet quiet and serene. Watching all the birds and lizards going about their business right next to us. We will be back! ##### Avril B. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ash C. 27 May 2019 #### Flying Visit We drove up from Sydney to visit family. Lovely cosy accommodation. All amenities as in the house specification. ##### Ash C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANGELA N. 18 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tree House It was lovely to be amongst the trees and look out onto the valley. The location was very central to Belligen town yet not too noisy. John was very very friendly and down to earth. ##### ANGELA N. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jani C. 24 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect perfect ##### Jani C. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary R. 28 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem We had a wonderful 4-night stay at John's cottage. It is located just steps away from the main street so we were delighted to find a pasture with horses, cattle and birds just a few minutes away, leading to the river and bridge. Sitting on the deck under the mango tree was very restful, watching the lizards and birds, and listening to nature. It is a quaint yet comfortable place with everything we needed and John is a friendly host. If we are lucky enough to return to Bellingen, we'll be returning to John's cottage. ##### Mary R. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra G. 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique Cosy, comfortable and a bit different. Friendly, helpful host. Thanks. ##### Sandra G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michell P. 12 Feb 2019 #### A peaceful retreat in the tree top We had such a lovely stay here for three nights. You couldn't guess what is hiding behind the gate on a lane back from the main street. John is a wonderful host and welcomed us on a warm evening. He had opened it up and we stepped into a cool interior with its deck sitting amid a big ole mango tree top. You felt a world away yet everything is only a few steps away. The bed is very comfortable and you have all you need to cook if you feel in the mood. The bathroom is modern and well appointed. Lots of restaurant options if you are wanting to eat out. Highly recommend the Japanese a short walk away as well as the Brewery hidden behind No 5 on Church Street-entry via the car park on Short St. Would love to come back. Thank you John ##### Michell P. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven P. 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bellingen hideaway Was just what we needed after being to Sydney & cramped in a cbd hotel! Town has a welcoming spirit & that's what we got from John too! Would go back for sure! ##### Steven P. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Roslyn R. 26 Jan 2025 Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Good location, cleaning could be better ##### Roslyn R. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashleigh G. 21 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in ##### Ashleigh G. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simone M., Tamworth NSW 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simone The property was clean and tidy and had every thing we needed, it was close to the main street with shopping and dining facilities. Once inside the property you could not hear traffic noise. John our host was lovely and very welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. ##### Simone M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig K. 7 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Potters Cottage Beautiful and peaceful ##### Craig K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023