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Fernridge Farm Cottage

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Perched on a hill in Bellingen, this charming cottage offers a serene retreat with mountain and valley views. Unwind on the expansive veranda, cook up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen or relax by the fireplace; enjoy Netflix and free NBN WIFI.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fernridge Farm Cottage

This is a beautiful, well appointed fully self contained cottage located on a Bellingen 120 acre hobby farm. It has two bedrooms, sleeping 6 people, and two bathrooms. All household linen is provided.

Verandas wrap around the cottage, and are sun-drenched throughout the day in winter, shaded in summer, with a very large, covered front veranda. Expansive and spectacular mountain and valley views will keep you on the veranda for hours at a time. Gardens have been designed with an emphasis on bird attracting plants.

The living room has a fireplace, ceiling fans and air conditioning. There is a flat screen digital TV with Netflix installed and a DVD player. NBN WIFI is free in the cottage. The kitchen has a full sized stove and fridge, microwave and there is a gas BBQ on the veranda. You will only need to bring food and personal effects. There is an attached laundry with washing machine and dryer. The cottage was extensively upgraded at the end of 2019.

There is an ensuite to the main bedroom, and the main bathroom has both a large shower and a laundry tub.

It's a perfect place for children - half a kilometre away from the road, not near any water source, well away from neighbours and surrounded by a large flat lawn - a perfect playground for active children (and adults).

Small dogs are welcome but please confirm first. You must clean up after your dog, for the comfort of yourselves and other guests. Dogs are not permitted on furniture or in beds for health reasons. If there are indications that this has occurred, you will be charged $50 per dog per day for your stay.
The cottage is only a five minute drive from Bellingen, and is well off the road on top of a hill. The cottage offers peace, privacy and an opportunity to get away from it all. But not so far away that you can't access the cafes, restaurants and shops of Bellingen when you want to.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please confirm that your pet will be welcome before booking. You must to clean up after your pet, and keep him or her off furniture and out of beds.
Dogs that are permitted on furniture or in beds will incur a fee of $25 per dog per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs are to be kept off furniture and beds.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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-1848-2

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fernridge Farm Cottage Bellingen
Fernridge Farm Bellingen
Fernridge Farm
Fernridge Farm Cottage Cottage
Fernridge Farm Cottage Bellingen
Fernridge Farm Cottage Cottage Bellingen
27727

About the area

Map
Bellingen, NSW

What's nearby

  • Bellingen Park - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Hammond & Wheatley Emporium - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Bellingen Community Markets - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Old Butter Factory - 15 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Dorrigo National Park - 38 min drive - 20.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nambucca Heads Station - 32 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Diggers Tavern and Motel Bellingen
  • Three Blue Ducks
  • ‪Old Butter Factory Café - ‬6 min drive
  • Habitat Coffee House
  • Bellingen Brewery & Co.

Frequently asked questions

Does Fernridge Farm Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Fernridge Farm Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Fernridge Farm Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fernridge Farm Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fernridge Farm Cottage located?

This family-friendly Bellingen cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hammond & Wheatley Emporium and Bellingen Museum. Bellingen Park and Gondwana Rainforests of Australia are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Fernridge Farm Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic return visit

I try to book in every year - Fernridge and Bellingen are just beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Nice,quiet place & close to town
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Very relaxing stay with beautiful views of the countryside. Thoroughly enjoyed our little break.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

Property has incredible views! We stayed with our little one, dog and grandparents. Everything was wonderful - we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oksana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

We had very peaceful and very private stay in the cottage. We enjoyed nature and quitness of the location. Cottage provides everything you need for holidays in the nature .
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks

A great place to stay very comfortable clean welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The 4 of us really enjoyed this beautiful home in Bellingen. Perfect in every way. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay again

Very happy with our stay. Well stocked with everything needed, and with quality products. All our needs were accommodated, and hosts always friendly. The view from the back deck is stunning, and the town close by. We enjoyed a swim daily in the pool, and would love to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

The cottage was gorgeous and was so much more than we expected. Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jade Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Bliss

Beautiful property and cottage with so much history and character, it was so lovely and cosy. Hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Our 1 yr old daughter loved playing hide an seek in the cottage and running free in tge front yard. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

What an amazing property and cottaged. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ester S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay at Fernridge. The house was immaculate and comfortable providing all the amenities we needed for our 12 night stay. Judy takes extra care in ensuring her guests are well looked after. There is so much to do in the area with great beaches and other sights. Thank you Judy for providing a relaxing and wonderful stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful little getaway

This cottage is in the perfect spot, only minutes from town, but with the feel that you are very much away from it all. We loved sitting on the verandah having dinner and drinks, and our 5 children loved the flat lawn area and going for little nature walks around the property. The cottage was very cosy and clean, would definitely recommend to other families. Check in and out was very simple and the hosts were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ainslee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil solitude

We love staying at the cottage, this is our third stay. The cottage is perfectly located, quiet, tranquil and sitting on the balcony is our favourite thing to do. My kids love the wildlife and front yar space. The pool is fabulous and I love the fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Contentment

Very comfortable accommodation with highlights being the huge verandah furnished with comfy couch and chairs looking out over the beautiful countryside and indoor fireplace to snuggle around on a cool night. The night sky was also fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Green Oasis

Lovely place. View unbelievable and SO quiet. Worth coming from the UK! Still able to visit beaches, shop In Bellingen then retire to lovely cottage. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve C., Croston, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic near Bellingen

What can we say? An idyllic cottage in an idyllic setting. It is more than we ever could have expected. Clean, well equipped and spacious in the most beautiful of settings. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A private haven for tranquility and rejuvenation

Excellent accommodation, very hospitable host, nice little touches of things you might need like wood coffee milk soaps shampoos etc, lovely private bush setting with lots of little birds like wrens and honey eaters on native shrubs in the garden, cosy wood heater, comfy beds and well equipped kitchen. Very close to town and lots of interesting things to do in the area. If you need tranquility to rejuvenate you this is a great cottage to escape to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B., Clovelly, NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat with magnificent views

A beautiful cottage fully renovated with a nod to a bygone era. Comfortable beds, quality linen, and full amenities to make our four night stay one of our best. We loved spending the day on the generous balcony and soaking in the winter sunshine and unbelievable views. (Occasional visit from resident Alpaca on front lawn just made it more special) Just on the outskirts of town, so a super location for many great restaurants & cafes, and we plan to come back again to go and see more of the local sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Tranquility

Fernridge Farm Cottage is very elegant and cosy with a wonderful wood fire for the cold winter nights. The views of the mountains are beautiful and as you sit on the verandah, taking in the wonderful surrounds, you are wrapped in sunlight from dawn to dusk. The cottage is very close to Bellingen and the coast making it an ideal base to explore the local area. Wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Third time

This is our third stay, As I type this we are on our way home planning when we can come back. The house is very comfortable and homely, everything you would hope for …… and more. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rob

We would have no hesitation to recommend this property to family and friends. The Cottage was well maintained, perfect outside deck with a great view for an afternoon cuppa or drinks before dinner. The bbq was a handy extra to enjoy the outside eating place on the deck. Our daughter joined us for 3 nights and she really enjoyed her stay. The Bellingen Show was on at the time, plus the perfect weather helped make the stay memorable. Rob
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

ANGELA C.

Beautiful views

A very beautiful spot looking up at the mountains and across the valley however the second couch was most uncomfortable, making relaxing by the fire difficult for two of us at once, one of the main purposes of our stay. Bathroom and kitchen a bit dated considering the the price of the accommodation, though the deck was a lovely spot to sit when weather allowed. Good to have a full oven and full size fridge and fire.

10/10 Excellent

Trudy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and private

We had a very quiet relaxing time. Even a power outage made for a more romantic evening. Everything worked and was easy to use. Comfy couch and bed. The busiest thing we did was watch the clouds go by.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return visit to Bellingen

Love returning to Bellingen and this house! So relaxing sitting out on the verandah looking across to the mountains with a glass of wine. Then an open fire to enchant when you retire inside
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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