Hunter Valley Country Vineyards 2 Homes Pets Heated PoolGames Room

Plan your next Family escape at our beautiful country acreage.
Lots of space for large group stays of up to 19 guests.
Fun for the young and the young at heart with a dedicated games room which includes pool table, ping pong table, darts, guitar and a 1100 in 1 multi sided arcade machine.
Take a dip in the pool which is sheltered in a fully enclosed pool shed with no need to worry about the kiddies getting sunburnt or windblown.
If you love puppies as much as we do then bring them with you.

Sandy acres is a peaceful escape set on 31 acres of private country side on the edge of the beautiful Wine Country.

The two homes are the perfect accomodation to reunite or bring together a group of friends, large family/s or business hideaway.

Our property is also PET FRIENDLY within reason, so please feel free to enquire with us about bringing your furry loved one with you as they will love the country stay just as much as you!

The property has lots of entertainment so no need to leave unless you want to explore the local Wine country via car or local tour buses.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:

GAMES ROOM- Pool table, Arcade machine (with 1100 classic games built in), Table tennis, Darts and Guitar for the musical entertainer.

POOL- Indoor pool great for keeping out of the harsh country sun, very spacious with pool noodles for guests use. Pack some extra towels as we only provide house towels for your stay.

FIRE PLACE- Indoor wood fire for the cooler months

FIRE PIT- Outdoor fire pit to enjoy some marshmallows and star gazing.

STREAMING SERVICES- Netflix, Disney, Prime TV

WIFI.


MAIN HOUSE INCLUDES:

Bedroom 1 - 1 x Queen bed

Bedroom 2 - 1 x Queen bed

Bedroom 3 - 1 x Double bed & 1x Single bed

Bedroom 4 - 2 x Single beds & 2x Double Futon beds (accessed through bedroom 3 or via its own private entrance at the rear of the house.

Bathroom 1 - Bath, Shower, Vanity, Toilet

Bathroom 2/Laundry - Shower, Vanity, Toilet, Washing Machine.

Seperate WC - Standalone Toilet

Open plan living - Kitchen, Dining, Reading and Lounge area with wood Fireplace.

Kitchen - Large fully equipped kitchen with 4 x burner electric cooktop, electric oven, microwave, large fridge, dishwasher, coffee machine (pod style) toaster, kettle, sandwich press and double sink. Stacks of crockery, glassware, cutlery, cookware and the like.

Media/games room - This room doubles as the 4th bedroom in the main house which also includes board games, books, toys and Play Station 4 with a verity of games.

Wrap around verandah with BBQ and tables


COTTAGE INCLUDES:

Bedroom 1 - 1 x Queen bed

Bedroom 2 - 1 x Queen bed

Bathroom - Shower and Vanity

Seperate WC - Standalone Toilet

Open plan living - Kitchen, Dining and spacious Lounge area.

Laundry - Washing machine and Dryer

Carport

Patio with BBQ and table

GUEST ACCESS:

A unique access code will be sent to your mobile phone via SMS just prior to your check in.

Guests are able to access all areas of the homes and surrounding acreage except the cleaners cupboards in both homes.

We leave you in peace at Sandy Acres and respect your privacy whilst you are at the property. If you should you need us for any reason we are only a short Airbnb message away.

Sandy Acres is 31 acre property consisting of 2 farmhouse dwellings, 1 pool shed, 1 games shed and 1 tractor/work shed in Whittingham.

The property enjoys a real country life feel with the privacy and seclusion that one would expect from an acreage property.

We enjoy both sunrise and sunset views over the surrounding paddocks and rolling hills. In the distance views of mountains and endless skyline to be soaked up.

Due to the property being out of town a little and away from excessive artificial lights, you can enjoy a beautiful stargazing on a clear night sky.

We are on the Golden Highway less than a 10 minute drive to Hermitage Road where you can begin your vineyard adventure on the Hermitage Food and Wine trail as you roll into Pokolbin.

Singleton town centre is also only a 10 minute drive to get any supplies that you may need including Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, Butchers, Bottleshops and much more. There are also several pubs and restaurants if you wish to eat out and delivery options for both food and groceries.

If you wish to try the vineyards less travelled, Broke is only a 17 minute drive to start your wine tour with the less busy but ever friendly vineyards which are quickly growing in popularity.

Nearby place`s of interest and things to do include:
* Hunter Valley Gardens
* Australian Army Infantry Museum
* Hunter Valley Wildlife Park
* Rose Point Park
* Horse riding
* Luskintire Airfield
* Hot air Ballooning
* Bike and Electric Bike Tours
* Segway Tours
* Wine Escape Room
* Helicopter Scenic Flights
* Aqua Golf
* Golf
* Day spas
* Cheese Tastings
* Chocolate tastings
* Endless Vineyards and wine tastings
* Renowned Reasturant`s
* Pokolbin State Forest
* Day trips operate to Port Stephens from Pokolbin (Whale watching, Quad Biking on the Sand Dunes and so much more...

Easy vehicle access to and from the property from wherever you are travelling from.

Pulling off the golden highway and onto the off road leads you directly into the properties driveway where you will travel on a gravel driveway for approximately 410m to reach our home.

The gravel driveway is in great condition and has been freshly gravelled in January 2023.

3 x undercover car spaces are available, 2 x in the tractor shed/carport and 1 x under the carport for the cottage but there is plenty of yard parking near both properties for at least another 20 + vehicles.

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT!!

Our property has been managed by other hosts over the past 3 years due to our other commitments but as we now have more time available and a desire to self host we are now managing the property ourselves.

Unfortunately this means that we have lost all of our positive reviews for that period. Rest assured you will have a great stay at our property as have so many others over the years.

INCLUED IN YOUR STAY:
Both homes are stocked with everything you need for entertaining with a variety of cooking utensils, cutlery, glassware, crockery, dishwashing and laundry supplies.
We also supply you with coffee pods, coffee, tea, sugar, milk, shampoo, conditioner, body wash & hand wash.

We are PET FRIENDLY but please note there is no pet enclosure area on the property to stop your pets from roaming should they choose to.
The acreage is fenced with a combination of Post and Rail fencing and wire fencing, there is also 2 x cattle grid upon entrance so please keep that in mind if your four legged friend is a wanderer.

The fire place and fire pit is available for use but we ask that you respect any local fire restrictions and do not light the fire pit in windy conditions due the long grass in surrounding paddocks.
We supply some fire wood for your stay including matches, fire lighters.
House Rules

We want you to have a fantastic stay. Please read and respect these rules so everyone (including our neighbours) can enjoy the property.

Check-in & Check-out
- Check-in from 3:00 pm (earlier only if agreed in advance)
- Check-out by 10:00 am sharp (later only if agreed in advance)
- Please lock all doors and windows when leaving the property during your stay and on departure (including the games room and roller doors)

Cleanliness
Please leave the property in a reasonably clean and tidy condition. A standard clean is included in your booking. Extra cleaning charges may apply for excessive mess beyond normal use, such as:
- Dirty dishes left out
- Rubbish left inside the house
- Uncleaned BBQ
- Cigarette butts left in the grounds
- Significant rearrangement of furniture or games left scattered
- No daily housekeeping service is provided
- Please do not remove towels or linens from the property
- We do not supply pool towels – please bring your own
Any additional cleaning required will be charged at $75 per hour based on the extra time and materials needed.

Noise & Behaviour
- Quiet hours:
- Midnight to 8:00 am on Friday, Saturday and public holiday nights
- 10:00 pm to 8:00 am on all other nights
- No excessive noise or unruly behaviour. Noise travels easily across the open acres
- Unauthorised parties or events are not permitted and may result in eviction or additional charges
- Maximum number of overnight guests is as per your booking. Additional overnight guests must be approved in advance (fees may apply)

Smoking
- Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the house
- Please smoke outside only and use the ashtrays provided
- Guests will be responsible for the full cost of professional smoke remediation if required

Pets
- Pets are welcome once approved
- Guests are fully responsible for any damage caused by their pets
- Please bring all food, bedding and supplies for your pet (some bowls are provided)

Pool, Games Room & Outdoor Areas
- Please leave the pool cover on when the pool is not in use to help maintain the temperature
- Pool and games room are available for your use at your own risk
- Children must be supervised at all times
- Children under 12 may not use the pool table or darts
- Please do not touch the pool pump, switches or any equipment nearby
- Do not stand or dance on the pool table as this damages the felt and repair costs will apply
- Fire pit must be kept at least 2 metres from any building
- Treat all equipment and furniture with care. Damage or misuse may incur repair/replacement costs

Property Care & Security
- Outdoor security cameras monitor access to the property and firewood supplies (no cameras inside the houses, patios, pool area or games room)
- Please do not move, switch off or interfere with WiFi modems, extenders or cameras. A call-out fee may apply if they are disturbed
- The property is on a septic system. Only flush the three Ps (pee, paper, poo).