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TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 7154 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires

Two story country pole frame barn with 2 queen bedrooms, 2 single beds in upstairs sitting area large undercover upstairs deck kitchen bathroom open plan living with combustion fire and outdoor campfire amongst the gum trees and native wildlife. See our resident Kangaroos It has the feel of being isolated. But its only 30 mins from vineyards 20 mins from Lake Macquarie10 mins from M1.
8km Mountain bike trail on the property .Family friendly
45 mins from Newcastle.
A peaceful space for a relaxing getaway
Wifi ...DVDs and smart tv & selection of board games

Property manager

Jan and Garry Brown

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 1,658 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: ALL extra guests to pay $100 per head per night
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 PID-STRA-4927, 2323

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Tranquil Bush Retreat
Tranquil Bush Retreat Brunkerville
Tranquil Bush Retreat Private vacation home
Tranquil Bush Retreat Private vacation home Brunkerville

About the neighborhood

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Brunkerville, NSW

What's nearby

  • Watagans National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Macquarie - 34 min drive - 15.0 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 43 min drive - 29.0 km
  • University of Newcastle - 44 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 60 min drive - 47.2 km

Getting around

  • Teralba Station - 30 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Holmesville Hotel
  • ‪Old Oak Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • Blue Bell Takeaway
  • ‪Holmesville Takeaway - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Fitz & Chips - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Watagans National Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sugarloaf State Conservation Area and Lake Macquarie. Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area and Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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TRANQUIL BUSH RETREAT with aircon wifi indoor and outside fires Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 144 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brunkie Barn at Christmas
We stayed two nights and were very comfortable. The property is quite lovely and well kept. All in all a pleasant stay which we would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

clint e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Relaxing Trip Away
My Family and i really enjoyed the long weekend staying here..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Best place to relax and enjoy time with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort in the wild.
We were very comfortable and enjoyed our visit. Beautiful accommodation with bathroom downstairs. Well appointed, I loved the tea/coffee selection. Not the deafening cicadas so much. They did pipe down for our delicious barBQ. Thanks Garry
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the perfect nature retreat
excellent and just what I needed and imagined, fire hearth inside that Garry had prepared for us as well as the fire pit. This had everything we needed and was simply perfect thank you Garry and Jan!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mehdi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place
This was my second stay here, and it was just as wonderful as the first. The place is amazing—clean, welcoming, and perfect for relaxing. It’s also a great spot for enjoying fireworks. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect winter escape
Generous but cozy barn-style accommodation in a rural setting, surrounded by forest. Great outdoor fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic retreat
What a fantastic place and well looked after. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, as always.
Has been my third time at the Bush Retreat and I'm looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break away. Beautiful setting.
Good place to stay. Well equipped home from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camellia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a place of calm and peace
Jan and Gary truly have a beautiful little stay and the surrounds are special and very healing to sit amongst the trees. The camp-fire is magical and inviting. Love this place. Thanks for the memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

indika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr
really good nice and quiet location we enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Tranquility!
Gary and his Wife were very accommodating! Very pleasant and personable. I would highly recommend and would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway for Kids Birthday
Jan and Garry were the perfect hosts and their property is stunning. We stayed for 4 days for the kids birthday and had a great time. Everything was as described and the couldn't have been made feel more welcome. I would highly recommend a stay at this place. Jan and Garry thank you so much for having us and fingers crossed we'll be back at some point.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C., Noraville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
Property was great and in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend
A beautiful relax place for a weekend. Lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two nights wasn’t enough, we will be back
Great place to stay with family, Plenty of space, more than I thought it would be, very close to the hunter valley. Jan & Garry was so beautiful and welcoming We will definitely come back! Thank you very much ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Brunkie Barn
Delightful property set in beautiful natural bush lands.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Our family really enjoyed relaxing here in peaceful bushland. We loved the bike trails and really enjoyed having a fireplace, and fire pit too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful weekend away
Great place to stay. So remote and we were able to really unplug from the rat race. So quiet and the place was just ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property
Had beautiful stay with my Aunty very peaceful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape to the bush
Fabulous to spend time in the bush- wildlife, fire pit, fire place and no distractions.Thanks Garry and Jan
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bush sanctuary.
We loved our stay. Place was beautiful and clean, had all the amenities and plenty to entertain the kids inside and out. Jan and Garry were wonderful hosts and very helpful when needing assistance with our trailer. It was very peaceful and lovely being surrounded by nature, will definitely return in the future. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Property was exactly as described and was absolutely beautiful! We got to see kangaroos and wombats on several occasions. We can't say enough about Gary and Jan, they are wonderful hosts! Very friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable about the surrounding area.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't wait to come back
The place ticked all the boxes and we had a wonderful time. Looking forward to going back, hopefully soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021