Title: Exceptional country holiday, wedding, event venue on magical riverfront acreage 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 home # Exceptional country holiday, wedding, event venue on magical riverfront acreage ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34099100/34099089/20a3e9d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34099100/34099089/2162c579.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34099100/34099089/436613a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34099100/34099089/19b1e890.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34099100/34099089/643395d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Orchard House, a luxury homestead nestled within a private citrus orchard. Enjoy a rejuvenating spa on the shady veranda, dive into the 15-meter lap pool amidst 200 fruit trees or indulge in an outdoor kitchen with wood-fired pizza oven and grill. Each morning collect eggs from our chickens, while evenings offer hot spas and cozying up by the wood fire. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82691 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - - - Dryer ## 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. ### Exceptional country holiday, wedding, event venue on magical riverfront acreage Orchard House. 1\. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a country holiday with a group of friends. 2\. Gorgeous riverfront pavilion for weddings and events. 3\. Outdoor kitchen with woodfired pizza oven and grill. 4\. Pet friendly accommodation for 2 to 15 adults and kids. 5\. Disabled access. Orchard House is a luxury settlement style enticing homestead nestled within a citrus orchard, part of private beautifully landscaped 25 acres. Enjoy a relaxing spa on a shady wrap-around veranda or dive into the 15 metre lap pool in the middle of the orchard. The orchard boasts 200 fruit trees fruiting mandarins, finger limes, oranges and lemonades for your enjoyment during May to October. In winter indulge in a hot spa and then cosy up to the wood fire. Each morning collect newly laid eggs from our chickens. Tea, coffee, olive oil, soaps, and washing powder provided. The homestead is furnished with antiques, original artwork and Persian rugs. There are 5 comfortable bedrooms including two Queen rooms, one with ensuite, 1 double and a single plus two singles adjoining the double room making it suitable for families with young children. Quality feather quilts, bath towels, gowns, slippers, pool towels and crisp linen is supplied. The eat-in gourmet kitchen is fully equipped with an 8 seater antique table, wood stove, 90 centimetre cooktop and oven, dishwasher, microwave, espresso machine and much more. The lounge room has the finest wood heater, a sumptuous 6 seater sofa, huge flatscreen TV with Netflix, books, board games, toys, DVD'S, CD'S and formal dining table. An adorable bathroom has a claw foot bath, vintage marble-top dresser and shower. There is a separate laundry with washing machine and dryer. The veranda has a 6 burner stainless steel barbecue, perfect for the Sunday roast seasoned with fragrant rosemary from our rosemary hedge. The alfresco dining area overlooks the river and orchard with floodlights to light the garden. Relax by the pool, take a moment for some peaceful fishing off our private jetty, wander the grounds to enjoy river views, the parklike grounds with many picturesque secluded spots, native trees, flowing creek, exceptional bird and wildlife and dams. Keen birdwatchers are likely to see ever present kookaburras, blue wrens, finches, swallows, rosellas, king parrots, wedge tail eagles, cranes and ducks and occasionally at dawn and sunset wallabies and kangaroos venture into the garden. Billabong Writer's Cottage 1\. Only available for guests of Orchard House who need extra accommodation. 2\. Three queen rooms one with ensuite, 1 single and 2 bathrooms. On the opposite side of the orchard sits Billabong Writer's Cottage which consists of a spacious veranda with river views, eclectic furniture, pristine interior, fully equipped kitchen comfy beds and claw foot bath. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - In-room accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,691 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90270000/90264700/90264634/e5c854d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A rural retreat on 15 acres with swimming pool and direct river access. 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A wonderful way to wake up. Paterson - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included 10 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=34006100&PinnedHotelID=34006100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 2324, PID-STRA-79717 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as House 160913 ## About the area Located in Seaham, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Paterson Court House Museum and Maitland Regional Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and The Rail Motor Society. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. [Visit our Seaham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seaham.dx3000358729) [View more Holiday homes in Seaham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seaham-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000358729-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-32.66302%2C151.73040&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T9cQv8MeTkqTH4cvj8m4R2MreAg=) Seaham, NSW ### What's nearby - Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 12 min drive - 7.9 miles - Tocal Homestead - 30 min drive - 18.1 miles - University of Newcastle - 34 min drive - 23.6 miles - John Hunter Hospital - 38 min drive - 26.4 miles - Newcastle Beach - 44 min drive - 28.8 miles ### Getting around - Mindaribba Station - 18 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 27 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Erringhi Hotel - ‬14 min drive - ‪Happy Ever After Coffee - ‬11 min drive - ‪Shaw's Williams River Bakery - ‬14 min drive - ‪2012 - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ducks in the Field - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Exceptional country holiday, wedding, event venue on magical riverfront acreage pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Exceptional country holiday, wedding, event venue on magical riverfront acreage ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Exceptional country holiday, wedding, event venue on magical riverfront acreage ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Exceptional country holiday, wedding, event venue on magical riverfront acreage located? > This family-friendly Seaham holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Seaham Swamp Nature Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of Wallaroo National Park and Columbey National Park. Columbey State Conservation Area and Nargoon Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question