Title: Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway 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 # Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116490000/116487800/116487774/f04c1610.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116490000/116487800/116487774/ed2bd797.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116490000/116487800/116487774/41e055bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116490000/116487800/116487774/a4d8cd3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116490000/116487800/116487774/6c382676.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway provides everything that you need. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway Nestled in the heart of the New England Tablelands, Platypus Bend Eco Retreat has been created as a haven for all who visit. Situated on a knoll overlooking the head waters of the Severn River with a back drop of granite rocks & bush the cabin is private & quiet. Designed by ourselves, builders with over 35 years experience, we have endeavoured to keep the feeling of camping but in luxurious comfort. The cabin is totally off grid but with sufficient power to meet all your the needs. Our farm is approximately 500 acres in size with the Severn River running along our southern & western boundary. The landscape is a combination of bush and granite rock along with areas of grazing country. Being off grid, the cabin runs on solar with battery back up. Gas is utilised for cooking & hot water. We have allowed sufficient solar panels and batteries to ensure that whilst you have to watch your power usage we are able to offer fridge, microwave, coffee machine and toaster. Inside we have a super comfy king sized bed with hotel quality mattress topper. The kitchenette is set up with all you need to cater for yourself. The deck at the front houses the Webber Baby Q for outside cooking whilst inside you have the convenience of a gas cook top. A wood fire inside will keep you warm on the coldest of nights. The rear deck overlooks the wood fire pit and down to the river. The cabin has been securely fenced which allows you to bring your furry friend - dogs only. They are welcome in the cabin as long as they have their own beds and keep off the furniture. They can go on walks with you - leased or unleashed if you feel they won't run away. Be aware that it is unlikely you will see any platypus if you have your dog with you. They can stay in the fenced yard if you feel they won't dig out while you go platypus watching. Dog minding is available if you wish to venture out to the local National parks. Please Note: The solar system is not sufficient to recharge an electric vehicles or additional plug in heavy use electrical appliances. . ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### 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 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 Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 PID-STRA-77838 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-29.620127,151.95642&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:thwsDs%7Em%7E%5B%3FQ%3FQ%40S%3FQ%40Q%40M%3FS%40QBQ%40Q%40QBOBQ%40QDQBOBQBQDOBQDODQDODQDMFSDMFOFMDOFQFOHMFKFOHOHMFOHKHOHKJMHMHIJOHKJKJMJKJKJGJMJKJGLKJILGJILILGLILGLILGLELILELELENELENELENGLANENCLANENCLANCN%3FNANCL%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%3FNBL%40N%3FNBN%40LBNDN%40LBNDN%40LFLDNDLDNDLDLDNDLHLDLFLHLFJHLFLHLHJFJHLJJFJJJLLFHJJJJLJJHJJNHHJLHLHJHNHJHNFLHNFJHNFLFNFPFNFLDNFLDRDLDPDNDPDNDPBNDPBPBNBPBP%40PBN%40PBP%40P%40P%40R%3FL%40P%40P%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPARAP%3FLAPARAPCPAPCNAPCPCPCNCPEPCNEPENEPENENENEPGNELGNGNGPGNGLINGJINGLINIJILILILKJIJKNIJKJKJKLIJMFKJKJKHMJKHKFMHMFMHKHMFMHMFMDMHODMDMDODMDOFMBMDOBODM%40OBODMBO%40O%40O%3FMBOBO%3FO%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOCOCO%3FOAMAOCOEMCOAOEMCOEMCOGMEOEMEMEMEMIMEMGMIMGMIMIMGKIMGKIMKKIKKKKKGKKKMKKKKIKKOIKIKKMIMIMIKGOIMIOGOGKIMGOGQEOGOGMEOGQEOEOEOEQEOCQEOCQCQCOEQAQCQCOAQAQCQAS%3FQAMAQ%3FSAQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ccjHL7nDSTS0CF715jzyFQOvcbs=) Dundee, NSW ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway located? > Situated in Dundee, this cabin is in the same region as Butterleaf National Park, Mann River Nature Reserve and Butterleaf State Conservation Area. Regional attractions also include Bezzants Lease Private Nature Reserve and Beardy Waters Bicentennial Woodlands. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - Off Grid rural hideaway Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damian T. 3 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Gorgeous property and accommodation. Perfect ##### Damian T. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025