Title: THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6035249&destination=Bilpin%2C+New+South+Wales%2C+Australia&selected=71080523&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! ## Photo gallery for THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! ![Dining - THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! (Bilpin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71080600/71080523/e85f39ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! (Bilpin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71080600/71080523/78861e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! (Bilpin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71080600/71080523/a8d614c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! (Bilpin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71080600/71080523/e7f84d93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! (Bilpin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71090000/71080600/71080523/1f7b2d48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! provides amenities, such as free breakfast and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Mountain view ## 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. ### THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! SPECIALS ON NOW ! Single night stays available - Sunday - Thursday (conditions apply) The Old School Bus offers guests a truly unique accommodation experience. Overlooking the Wollemi National Park with views to Mt Irvine, the Old School Bus provides everything you need for a relaxing break away. \* Please note that only registered guest numbers are allowed at the property. Sorry NO Pets allowed. Transformed from its original layout, the bus provides – \- Two luxurious single beds with electric blankets (beds are fixed and cannot be pushed together). \- Shower with hip bath. \- Reverse cycle air-conditioning. \- Smart TV and complimentary guest internet. \- Small kitchen with fridge, microwave, dual (plugin) electric hotplates, electric frypan and Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee machine. \- Outdoor area with BBQ and fire pit. \- Access to the courtyard herb and vegetable garden – guests can pick and enjoy the produce. Guests are also provided with the following breakfast items in order to prepare their own breakfast/s- \- Farm fresh eggs, bacon, bread, individual cereal packs, fruit, yoghurt, jams, milk, tea, coffee and additional incidentals located in the fridge and on kitchen shelf. \- Located only three minutes from Bilpin Village (Grumpy Baker) and central to all the wedding venues. \* ONE Night Stays ARE NOT Eligible FOR Late Check Outs \- Sorry the property is not pet friendly. \- During adverse weather conditions the use of the outdoor fire pit will not be available to guests. iRIS Property prides itself on providing Eco-friendly stays throughout the mountains. We endeavour to reduce our footprint by sourcing water via roof rainwater collection and recycling waste via onsite septic facilities. Additionally, power and hot water are solar generated. Note - Full reservation payment is due seven days prior to check in. For Christmas & Easter periods full payment is due thirty days prior to arrival. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Dining - Free breakfast available ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 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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 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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-638, 2758 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. ### Property is also known as THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! Bilpin 78\_26 ## About the area Located in Bilpin, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Mountains National Park and Bellbird Hill Reserve, while Bellsridge Cottage and Yengo Sculpture Garden are cultural highlights. Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah and Windyridge Garden are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking and other activities like birdwatching. [Visit our Bilpin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bilpin.dx6035249) [View more Holiday homes in Bilpin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bilpin-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6035249-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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-33.50193%2C150.49919&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tJyITnkuzgvUrsAMdVvWTegUeSc=) Bilpin, NSW ### What's nearby - ![🌿 #BestOf5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350518/d0214fe1-9e23-4bc3-8565-db0a71f0617b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wollemi National Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Alamy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197891/587677fe-cbe0-44f9-a86f-3de4a7fd586e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hawkesbury River 28 min drive \- 21.7 miles - ![Sydney Motorsport Park always has some great Motorsport action, from club events through to national races. #motorsport #racing #sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131867/a39bc653-5915-4beb-bc99-19059a95e952.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sydney Motorsport Park 56 min drive \- 44.9 miles - ![Katoomba Scenic World which includes a gorge or canyon, a gondola and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215912/2d5bd506-158c-4a7e-bee5-9322e2340d99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Katoomba Scenic World 59 min drive \- 47.1 miles - ![Three Sisters showing landscape views and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186451/2ed4b9da-fc75-4dba-9c19-d6d733ac16ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Three Sisters 64 min drive \- 47.3 miles ### Getting around - Bell Station 30 min drive - Sydney Airport (SYD) 92 min drive ### Restaurants - Mountain Bells Cafe 7 min drive - The Grumpy Baker 3 min drive - Pie in the Sky Roadhouse 9 min drive - Bell Bird Cafe 10 min drive - Cottage Orchard Caffe 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is THE OLD SCHOOL BUS - a truly unique holiday experience! 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