Hunter River Retreat, a serene haven in the countryside, offers private rustic cottages with stunning views. Unwind on your deck and sip Hunter Valley wine while taking in the peaceful surroundings. You can also indulge in a picnic on the mountain or bush walking on our many trails.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Laundry room
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About this property
Cedar Cottage - Amazing views, private jacuzzi
ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY AT HUNTER RIVER RETREAT.
If your looking to leave the city behind and unwind on the deck of your own private rustic cottage with stunning views, to sit back and sip a glass of fine Hunter Valley wine and do nothing but soak up the peace and serenity. Then a visit to Hunter River Retreat is a must!
Perhaps a picnic on the mountain with a loved one, bush walking on our many trails, spotting local wildlife including our kangaroos and wallabies or feeding our farm animals interest you, then picturesque Hunter River Retreat is for you.
Hunter River Retreat is situated on 110 acres and approx. 2 hrs from Sydney, 15 minutes from Maitland, with boutique wineries close by and the main Hunter Valley wineries approx. 30 minutes away. Full Day Bus Winery Tours can also be organized that pick up from The Retreat - you can taste and not worry about driving.
Cedar Cottage is a private fully self-contained cottage with Jacuzzi spa on the deck. It has two bedrooms, with a queen in one bedroom and 2 singles and a set of bunk beds (2 singles) in the second bedroom and fantastic views of the valley and Hunter River.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Smoking only permitted outside cottage
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Parental supervision required
Events
Events allowed
By agreement and minimal noise after 10.00pm
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking only permitted outside cottage
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: By agreement and minimal noise after 10.00pm
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
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.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Rosebrook, a neighbourhood in Maitland, this cabin is in a rural area. Walka Water Works and Maitland Gaol are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Stockland Green Hills Shopping Center and Lovedale Smokehouse Cafe, Charcuterie & Majors Lane Cooking School. Maitland Regional Art Gallery and Maitland Showground are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Maitland travel guide
Does Cedar Cottage - Amazing views, private jacuzzi have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Cedar Cottage - Amazing views, private jacuzzi pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cedar Cottage - Amazing views, private jacuzzi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cedar Cottage - Amazing views, private jacuzzi?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cedar Cottage - Amazing views, private jacuzzi?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cedar Cottage - Amazing views, private jacuzzi located?
Located in Rosebrook, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Winter Art Bazaar, Walka Water Works and Aerohunter. Mindaribba Weddings and Maitland Regional Art Gallery are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Cedar Cottage - Amazing views, private jacuzzi Reviews
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A fantastic place to stay Neat and tidy Amenities are great Watching the sunrise from the verandah is spectacular The spa was a great addition to this property I will be going back for certain
Thanks so much, we had such a wonderful time and it was a million times better as we got to enjoy it with our dogs. Accommodation that is truly dog friendly! 🐶
We thoroughly enjoyed staying in a comfortable, clean, private cabin with a beautiful balcony. The animals and birds on the property were a delight. There was ample space to stretch our legs. A lovely few days
Absolutely amazing weekend away at the hunter river retreat. Exceeded all of our expectations and Troy and Eloise were always available to answer any questions. The true highlight was not just the cottage but having the animals around us. Would definitely go back in a heartbeat.
Amazing little getaway! Cabin was so cosy had everything that you needed. We were cooking up a storm. Ah and all the beautiful animals on the property from alpacas to donkeys to horses all so friendly. Kids loved feeding them. It was the best. Thank you so much opartWdefinitely be back. Th
A simply gorgeous spot with a beautiful view. The spa bath on the deck is a fantastic way to unwind. Cute, rustic cabin surrounded by both domestic animals and wildlife which is nice. Lots of nice little touches in the cabin to make it feel homely. Eloise is an excellent host who is easy to communicate with and replies to messages promptly.
The stay at cedar cottage was sensational, amazing views, awesome animals and the cottage was beautiful and clean. The hosts were amazing and super friendly, we definitely will be back.
My friend and I were trying to get away from the busy life of the city and we found the perfect place. We would surely love to come back to this place.
Great time, relaxing. Expectations were met.
Place was clean and no complaints. Thank you both.
Peter S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Clare P.
25 Apr 2019
Serenity Plus
We very much enjoyed our stay in this snug, spotlessly clean, cedar lined cottage perched on poles and overlooking the lower Hunter. We were looking for peace and we achieved it. The spa was a plus. Many thanks.
The pictures on the website hardly do justice to the real experience. The location is fabulous, so scenic and secluded at the same time. The hosts are friendly and there are adequate instructors in and around the property. The cabin is rustic, but beautiful, just what you’d want for a stay of this nature. The spa is great and amazing for relaxing after a winery tour. The only problem was that our stay got over too soon !! Highly recommend this place
This was a perfect spot for a girls' getaway weekend (though we left trying to figure out if we could come back with the kids sometime too as they also would have loved it). We loved the casual animals around the property and the jacuzzi on the deck. Overall a great place to just settle in with some wine and cheese. The long steep driveway up from the street was damaged when we came so a little scary in my small car but all good in the end and they were fixing it as we left anyway.
The view is absolutely amazing. That, plus the animals that you can see and touch at your doorstep. If you like cooking, bring your own frying pan though, the one at the cabin was about 100 years old. The jacuzzi is great. There’s only a small couch so not everyone can lounge at the same time but we were out most of the time so it wasn’t a problem. Did I mention the view? AMAZING
An easy 2 hour drive from Sydney and you find yourself on this amazing property. A lovely cottage (Cedar) nestled in a beautiful setting and to-die-for views. Friendly animals close by that you can feed if inclined. I found out you just can't have enough carrots!! In and out of the jacuzzi all day and life was pretty good. Our dog had a ball and we're already planning our return.
Kate, Rick (and Tyson) Ford
My friends and I had such a lovely time at the Hunter River Retreat. The accomodation had everything we needed and the location was stunning.
I hope to come back again soon.