A wonderful, secluded home in the bush. You are surrounded by natural beauty- parrots on the deck, possums on the roof and kookaburras laughing in the trees. The kitchen is very well appointed and there are bbqs. Ross is a wonderful host... we will definitely be back again!

Ross est juste incroyable. Avant même de se rencontrer Ross a pris soin de voir ce qui nous convenait comme horaire, la route à prendre. Ensuite comme nous sommes arrivées tard, Ross est venu nous chercher à la sortie de route et nous a accueillies à notre grand étonnement comme si nous étions des princesses: fromage, toasts et une bouteille de vin. Immédiatement Ross nous a fait sentir comme si nous étions chez nous. L endroit est juste magnifique, sublime, en pleine nature, même sous la pluie c était merveilleux et enchanteur, tant que nous sommes restés un jour de plus. Ross ne s est pas contenté de juste nous accueillir comme des princesses, il s est prête à la fonction de guide pour nous faire découvrir une chute d eau après une splendide ballade dans la forêt, le lendemain ce fût une dégustation de vin dans des vignobles, bref Ross nous manque deja et à jamais nous le garderons lui, sa magnifique nature, son atmosphere, sa superbe maison en mémoire. Mille mercis Ross du fond du cœur, we love you, Kate, Victorine And Rachel

Ross's house is a unique place in a setting that you find it impossible not to relax in. There is plenty of character and privacy galore. Make sure you bring your supplies as it's not a walk to the corner store and you won't want to leave the peace and solitude once you arrive. The house is well equipped and has many of the basic pantry items so you'll be able to find the odd thing you may forget. Ross was a great host who knows the importance of privacy for some guests while others may enjoy his willingness to show you around - he will simply ask which works fine. Great work Ross on a fantastic place to stay and we had a memorable weekend we can't wait to repeat. We'll be back!

Ross was the best host we could have asked for. Very helpful, informative and friendly! We enjoyed our stay immensely - the house has everything you could want for a peaceful weekend away. The property has lots of wildlife and Ross was lovely enough to bring the alpacas around for us to feed in the mornings ! We throughly enjoyed our stay and recommend it to everyone :)

A fantastic personable experience from a natural host that goes above and beyond to satisfy guests. From a fully equipped residence to the breathtaking scenery and hands on experience that offer city folk a sublime escape. Highly recommended on all accounts.

What an amazing place and awesome host! We were looking for a special place to relax outside of the city and this place exceeded all expectations. The house was perfectly set up for a couple or even two couples and the outdoor area overlooking the stunning rainforest and creek was just magical. Everything you could possibly want from a break from the city has been catered for (campfire, spa bath, BBQ, excellent kitchen, numerous seating areas, Alapacs! Etc.) Ross is a great host and even drove us around to really experience the many treks, waterfalls, 4WD tracks that are on its doorstep. Really enjoyed Ross's company and he massively helped us plan our ongoing trip - that being said he knows when to respect privacy as well. The only negative we have is that we hadn't planed ahead as would have loved to stay an extra night. Lovely place, lovely host and we cannot recommend enough. Thank you Ross!

Ross's place was a amazing! we loved the architecture, the surrounding nature, the animals. It was a very nice stay in Ross's place! comfortable and relaxing. It was a family road trip for mum's birthday. we took a lot photos in Ross's place and really had so much fun! need to take friends to come back again!

Staying with Ross was just an amazing experience. I didn't expect such a beautiful house in the middle of this beautiful nature. We arrived and were welcomed by Ross who was really open and friendly. The house really feels like a home and it has all necessary accommodations that clean and most of all with personal touch with I really like. We only stayed for 1 night but I'm sure that we will come back soon because there is much more to explore at Brinawa Birds and Bush Retreat.

Beautiful house with an amazing view of the Hunter Valley, especially with the horses and goats! The photos do not do it justice. Would stay again in a heartbeat

Plenty of useful information supplied before we arrived. the cottage is even better than it looks in the photos. As soon as we opened the front door couldn't believe how great this place is. Lovely wooden floors and 3 spacious bedrooms all made up and with tasteful, thoughtful finishing touches . So much room for our family to relax in without being on top of each other. everything in the kitchen is so clean and everything works! All the little essentials were there and even plenty of up to date novels and DVDs to use too. Its winter so we didn't use the pool but we will definitely come back in the summer to try it out. The views are fantastic, horses and cows during the day and a clear view of the stars at night. So quiet and secluded, felt like there was space to breathe!! Highly recommended.

We had a really great time and will definitely recommend to our friends and family for their next trip to Hunter. The house was very cosy and we enjoyed the countryside as well. Thank you

We had a fabulous time, can't wait to come back, thank you Fiona

We had a wonderful stay at Oaklands. Everything we needed was there for a great weekend out of the city.

Fiona was prompt and friendly in all her correspondence with us. Oakfields is exactly as described - a beautifully restored country farmhouse with lots of curios and inclusions to delight - with the added bonus of being much more spacious than we anticipated. The home was spotlessly clean and the linen fresh and sumptuous. It was an absolute joy to wake up to the young horses frolicking in the paddock close to the house and watching the wag tails and other birds darting from tree to tree. The best treat for us though was the pool - we used it as much as we could - and after a long hot day of wine tasting and a very hot concert event at Bimbadgen it was the perfect antidote for exhaustion. Thank you Fiona for opening up your beautiful farm house.

This is the third time I have stayed here and we're already planning our next trip! Super comfortable, so well equipped and FiFi is a pleasure to communicate with. The pool is fantastic and we made good use of the BBQ. Thanks so much!

Great place, beautiful garden which the kids loved. Great being on a farm away from everything but only 10 minute drive from Cessnock (which has everything in the way of shops and restaurants etc).

I have already booked a return trip after my first trip at the Hunter Hideaway Farm. That says a lot :)

We chose the Hunter Hideaway Farm for a nice, secluded getaway from the busy city and it exceeded our expectations! The house was the perfect size for the six of us, very clean, the beds were very comfortable and the free sparkling on arrival was a great addition. Vicki and her husband left us to our own devices but offered any help when needed which was perfect! A great experience and the perfect first impression for one of the couples as it was their introduction to the region. We'll be recommending this place to all and will be coming here again in the future. Thank you for the perfect weekend getaway!

Vicki's place is awesome and welcoming. Everything you could want is there to make your stay comfortable. We were originally meant to stay two nights but had to head back early for personal reasons. Would we be back? Absolutely!

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: We loved our stay here. It's such a comfortable house, clean and everything we needed. There were four of us with so much space to just spread out and lounge, eat meals together and the aircon was a blessed relief on super hot days. It was private and so easy to book. The hosts are just next door but we never saw them again after they welcomed us and check us in.

We loved our time at hunter hideaway! The owners made us feel very welcome and were always around if we needed anything (as they live on site). It's secluded and serene but still close enough to restaurants and other amenities. Perfect for a weekend getaway!!

What a beautiful place to spend a weekend. Roger and Vicki are the perfect hosts - attentive and helpful yet respectful of the privacy of their guests. As a group of work colleagues looking to get away from the hustle and bustle, it was a comfortable and relaxing stay. I'd happily and wholeheartedly recommend this listing.

We chose the Hunter Hideaway to spend our honeymoon and we did not regret it! Vicki and Roger were beautiful warm hosts and provided a very private, well set up cottage on a little slice of paradise! The views from our verandah were very picturesque, the spa was great and we were lucky enough that while we were there there was a three week old foal which got plenty of pats! Their recommendations were also very good. We received a congratulatory bottle of sparkling, and biscuits on arrival- and lovely Vicki even made us a special pottery wedding present! Coffee pods and machine were also very much appreciated! Couldn't recommend the Hunter Hideaway highly enough- whether it be for a quiet weekend away to escape the city- or a leisurely few days for your honeymoon- it is great! Thank you so much Roger and Vickie- hopefully we will be back one day soon! Cheers, Matt and Em

Great hosts. Perfect location to escape the Sydney for the weekend, I will be back.

We really enjoyed our stay at Paul's place. House was big and had everything we needed. It was everything we were hoping for.

Modern residence with comfortable bed

Honestly, we could not have had a better experience with Tenille. The space was gorgeous. Very clean and spacious. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. Tenille went above and beyond for us. We were greeted by a little goodie bag of toiletries in the bathroom with everything we needed (and had forgotten) in there! The bathroom was stunning. Tenille was also a fantastic host. So helpful and kind and friendly but not overbearing at all. Internet was fast and reliable. I told her I would be coming back with my boyfriend in a few months time. Can't wait to come back! Five stars and more!!!

Tenille and Bradys house is the tidiest house I've ever seen. Tenille was so friendly, and made my stay very comfortable. I would highly recommend their Airbnb to anyone considering staying in the area. I'll be back next year for work.

The pictures do not do this place justice it was an absolutely beautiful place to stay. It's located in a nice and relaxing area and the contacts provided for wine tours was spot on! Thanks Crystal we loved staying there and would highly recommend it!

Amazing house, lovely design and well equiped. I Highly recommend as one of the best airbnb stay.

This is better than the pictures, each bedroom is huge with beautiful bedding. The entire place is gorgeous and roomy. Our stay was comfortable and plush, we would definitely recommend. It is a bit away from the town center but if you have a car or organized a tour then no drama. The host is very responsive and we would stay there again.

Beautiful home set far enough away from the town centre but close enough to get dinner and all the other necessities. The wine region is also a stones throw away, and this is where we spent most of our time. The beds and pillows are super comfy! which to me is a big plus! There is nothing worse than an uncomfortable nights sleep. House is convenient, comfortable and has everything a family with small children needs.

A fantastic stay in Hunters area! Very elegant and beautiful modern farm house

Beautiful house and great location. Would stay here again. Crystal was very helpful with recommendations. Great stay

Absolutely beautiful property, the photos don't do it justice! Very spacious, clean and confortable. Well equipped and stocked, perfect for a city escape.

This home is perfect for a mini break away at the hunter valley. Gorgeous home with all amenities perfect to fit a large family. Crystal recommended a brilliant wine tour who provided my family with a wonderful tour of the vineyards. As the home is surrounded by predominantly empty land (so beautiful in the daylight!) it can be a little creepy at night as there are no blinds or curtains in any of the rooms or bathrooms

She is great and helpful

Cindy's place was a great place to stay with our two boys and our two dogs. It had everything we needed and was wonderfully peaceful with the lake just down the road. I woke up to my youngest writing away at the desk in his room with the notepaper and pens that had been thoughtfully provided. Thank you!

We absolutely loved this gorgeous lake cottage. The cottage was beautiful, clean and tidy and had everything we needed during our stay. We stayed with our 1 year old son, 3 year old daughter and labrador at Christmas time. When we arrived on Christmas Eve, we walked in to find a little Christmas tree with cookies, mini puddings, chocolates for the kids, bubbles for the kids and even a little glad bag with Christmas paper stapled on containing 3 dog bones. These little touches really set the tone for our stay and we are so grateful to you both. The whole of Lake Macquarie is so beautiful... We all loved staying here. Thank you Dom and Cindy...you are amazing x

Nice little pet friendly cottage close to the lake and close to the Toronto town centre in a family friendly neighbourhood. Really enjoyed the two-night weekend stay at Cindy and Dom's place - great hosts!

My family and I have just had a two night stay at Cindy & Dom's cottage as we had a sporting event to attend during the weekend. We picked this property as it was close to Speers Point and were not disappointed to the close proximity the property was to the fields. We were a bit dubious in staying in this area but found the street to be very quiet, we were at sporting fixtures for most of the time but never had any issues with noisy neighbours. The property has been renovated and the décor throughout was very nice. We found the additional touches left in the fridge/kitchen and bathroom to be a pleasant surprise, many thanks for them. We did not get to meet Cindy or Dom but found their communication with us to be outstanding and answered all our questions with prompt attention. We would recommend this property to others.

Lovely accommodation in a quiet neighbourhood with friendly, helpful owners. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

Lovely place with everything you'll need for a get away. Comfortable beds, couch and lots of space to relax. Would highly recommend

Cindy's place was very clean and tidy. Unfortunately we stayed here only for two days and it rained the whole time but it was the perfect spot to relax and have a good time! :)

Perfection. Comfy, quiet, great communication, easy access even with a late arrival. Couldn't say enough good things about this lovely stay.

The house was clean and tidy and exactly like the photos and description. Our host wasn't home so we had the house to ourselves during our stay.

Louise is a excellent host, i didn't get to meet her in person as she was away for the weekend meaning we had the place to ourselves!! However she gave me all the advice required over the phone. The place was the cleanest airbnb i had, and her house backyard was remarkable. Overall extremely pleasant experience.

The home was even more comfortable than expected. It felt like a resort with its great back garden. Very quiet location. Great facilities and a comfortable bed

Louise made us feel very welcome, I would recommend Stoney Creek to anyone, very quite, clean and relaxing place. Easy to find, close to the town easy walk.

Great stay, really smooth check in, friendly and warm welcome from Louise. We had everything we needed for a fly in, fly out visit to Toronto. Our room was beautifully done; very clean and tidy! The bathroom is great, I wish we stayed longer to have a good soak in Louise's huge bath tub. The shower had the perfect water pressure. Louise was a lovely host, it would have been great to spend more time with her. I would highly recommend this listing to anyone wishing for a comfortable, homely break with a gorgeous host in a nice quiet neighbourhood!

Beautiful quiet location with great gardens and birdlife. Easy stroll to restaurants. Friendly host with impeccable communication. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Louise is a great host. Nothing was to much trouble and we were made to feel welcome. Great location and everything you could ask for in a bnb.

Great location, spacious, Very clean, all u need is there , quiet , nice neighborhood and the area great, close to every thing We gonna come back again Karoline and Alex

A lovely home, centrally located for touring the area. Lots of space & quiet area close to the walking path to the shopping area. Having our own vehicle made it easier to get around.

Such a beautiful home in a fantastic location! Joy is an excellent host and I would happily recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet, cosy yet central getaway.

Very clean and comfortable house with everything you need for a stress free stay. Great communication with Joy, will stay again.

Stayed here for a few nights with hubby and 1yo daughter and loved it! Spacious, very clean, quiet comfortable home. It has EVERYTHING you need!! Home away from home, it exceeded our expectaions by far. I hope we get a chance to stay here again. Joy was wonderful to deal with. Highly recommend this place.

Lovely big house with a yard

Thanks for having us Joy!! Appreciate your prompt reply and neat appartment to have a kid free time!

Joys place was great. Would stay again.

A group of friends and I stayed at this house last weekend and it was amazing. The photos don't do the property justice. The house is massive and stunning, and perfect for a weekend away with friends. It's hard to be bored in a place like this with the pool, spa, garden, Foxtel and so on. Vanessa was really helpful and available throughout the weekend. Would definitely recommend this property to anyone!

Fantastic place. Great bush walks near by. Pool and spa were fantastic, spa always warm temp. The house was so relaxing, spacious, clean and perfect for our getaway. Thanks

Vanessa was a very good host, she was well organised and kept in touch when we needed her. Her house was amazing, we all had a great time there and would definitely come back!

Lovely home and perfect for large groups. Thankyou Vanessa!

Myself and 10 friends stayed at Vanessa's home in martinsville for 2 nights. The house and surrounding were absolutely amazing. The pics on air B and B really don't do the house justice. The house was clean and tidy and had everything you could possibly need for a weekend away! The pool and the hot tub were fantastic! The weather was brilliant. We took a trip to the hunter valley on the sat and went for a walk around the local area on the Sunday. Vanessa greeted us the Friday night. Such a lovely and helpful lady! Would definitely like to return there soon and highly recommend this property. Thanks again!

We stayed in Vanessa's house for two nights and were very impressed. The photos are good but the house is better. The property is huge and everything was perfect. There was so much space. The house was well stocked and had everything we wanted or needed. Would recommend this house for anyone.

I agree with previous reviews on the pictures not doing the house justice, it was huge! We were 4 couples with 4 kids between us and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend away. They provided childproof gates and a massive kitchen for home-cooked meals, and the pool kept us entertained. the heated outdoor spa was the cherry on the cake. Highly recommended for a group holiday

The listing description was perfectly accurate and the house was exactly what we were looking for. The spa was amazing and the house had multiple choices of spaces for entertaining. The pool was even used! Aircon was also appreciated, and the fire pit was great. The house was very private. Thanks for having us Vanessa. Would visit again.

Great place to relax. Really clean and a great homely feel. The pictures don't do it justice.

A better place than a cool space picture.The host is a kind and comfortable place to rest.

Jedda managed to accommodate us at very short notice and was lovely to deal with. The house was awesome. Super clean, comfortable, well equipped and a short drive to lots of cool spots around Lake Macquarie. We had a great stay here.

Jedda is a perfect host. Her place was beautiful, spotless, tidy, and complete (utensils, shower gel, handwash, toilet paper, etc.). The bathroom was spacious, really enjoy the water pressure of the shower. She was flexible in relation to check in and check out time which was a real bonus as we managed to get couple extra hours of sleep. We really enjoy our stay at Jedda's and appreciate her hospitality. We highly recommend her place to anyone who is looking for a place to stay around Hunter Valley area. Thank you for making our stay enjoyable and memorable Jedda.

Jedda is very flexible, considerate and responsive. We had an amazing 31st night at this beautiful place and I would not hesitate to recommend this place to anyone.

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The house is very clean, comfortable and nice. Quiet place to relax. The space outside is cool to have a meal and to observe the birds. Jedda was very welcome.

Very clean & tidy.. Lovely house.. Highly recommend! Thank you very much, Jedda~! :)

Lyn went out of her way to make us feel welcome. Her place is fantastic - very quiet location right on the edge of the lake and only a short drive to some great restaurants looking over the lake. We had a great time Lyn!

Lyn is a wonderful person and a great host. We had a great stay in her big house full of nice things and with an amazig view to the lake.

Awesome! Lyn was a great guest: the house is fantastic, right in front of the lake. Clean, comfortably, smeells of family and love for life in every stone. The room is great, and perfect! Thank u Lyn!

Close to the rail line but secluded from noise. A lovely way to enjoy Lake Macquarie and all its amenities.

Lynne was very hospitable and accommodating. We appreciated the pool and the bedroom ceiling fan on a day with temperatures of over 40ﹾC. Would like to have had more time to explore the lake at the doorstep.

Easy access to the area.

Lakeside Retreat was a fabulous place to stay on my way further south. Beautiful location and Lyn, the host, made me feel very welcome. Definitely recommend. Cheers Linda

Lyn is a very good host, she made me feel home from the very start. The location is perfect with amazing lakeside view. I didn't want to leave this gem at the end of my stay - will try to book here again if I will travel to the area later!

Such a beautiful home on the waterfront in Lake Macquarie. Peter is a great host and easily contactable. He and Julie have thought of everything needed to enjoy a relaxing break. Close to shops, restaurants, and everything else the lake area has to offer. Top marks for cleanliness, lots of space, absolute waterfront, quiet area, plenty of parking, fully fenced yard, a beautiful experience. Great for couples, friends or large families. I would stay there again.

Beautiful home, very clean and tidy. Would definitely recommend!

Fantastic well appointed house right on the lake! Lots of space, lots of activities - perfect house and space for a large family group. We all had a lovely time - thanks Peter and Julie.

This was a great Airbnb! We were a large group and we could all be accommodated. The house was very spacious and clean. The porch and backyard were also really great. We didn't have a car with us during our trip, so accessing a town was pretty difficult as it's farther than walking distance. There is a pizza place just a few minutes away which was sufficient for us! Overall REALLY GREAT! HIGHLY recommend!

Great hosts to a beautiful house in an amazing setting. Spent most of the afternoons on the lake. Either fishing off the jetty or out on the kayaks, which is literally in the back garden. If the weather isn't to great or you just don't fancy being outside, the living room is very homely with large sofas and a big tv for movies. Couldn't fault it

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Great place to stay! The house was neat and tidy, and easily slept the 7 adults we had on our trip. Good location & had everything we needed for a great weekend away. Would recommend!

Great place for young families - very helpful hosts and everything set up perfectly.

All queries and questions answered very quickly, nothing was a problem, very helpful and flexible. House was in a great location, comfortable, homely and spacious. Would certainly stay again.

Fantastic

Great place right on the water. We stayed there with 2 kids (aged 2), very family friendly complete with cubby house and trampoline. The large deck out back was perfect for the warm summer evenings, we had a BBQ whilst watching the cricket! Would recommend this place to anyone,

Lovely stay and stunning view

Jess was very accommodating right from the start with my situation and very fast with her replies. The view is beautiful from the backyard and the home is a central location.

Alison's place was clean and comfortable for a short getaway and included all the necessities including a fridge, kettle, cereals, milk and juice. It was a good base to visit Hunter Valley and other coastal cities and is a few minutes drive to Toronto. The area is quiet and the lake is only down the driveway where you can watch the sunset. Thanks Alison and David for your hospitality!

I love that the photos and description are accurate. Alison was very helpful with our questions and we appreciate that the space was kept clean! It is also a few minutes drive to Toronto where you get an amazing view of the lake and there are many restaurants and cafes available. Definitely recommending Alison's place as a base while exploring the surroundings!

Everything at Alisons was perfect a great place to stay and unwind and relax.

Great for a couple who want to get away and explore what lake Macquarie has to offer. Alison's place is very cosy and clean. We stayed there for a concert in the Hunter and it wasn't too far to drive. It's right beside the lake, close to shops and amenities. We would definately come again.

Great place with a huge shaded terrace, very close to the lake where you are more or less alone, cause this idyllic place is only shared by some houses. Toronto is only a 3min drive away with the car - and Alison is a very good host, she made our stay very comfortable. We definitely would come back.

Seriously was the best spot for chilling out. A very clean and comfy room in a very quiet area. Thanks Alison and Dave..you guys are great hosts.

Tremendous location and high quality accommodation space. Close to the lake's shore and just a short drive from the cafe's at Toronto. The host has taken much care to make the space really nice and we felt pretty comfortable there. A small tip: one needs to take care with parking as the road the accommodation is on is incredibly steep (it wouldn't be hard for an inexperienced driver to fail to secure their car properly while parking on the hill) and a walk up this road is quite the workout too. But all-in-all highly recommended.

This was a great couple's getaway! Alison was a very helpful and accommodating host, offering us tips on where to eat, etc. The place was really modern and had lovely furnishings - we will definitely be back!

The room is cozy and private. The drive to shops and restaurants is very short and restaurants in the area are great.

A beautiful and cozy studio - we had an absolutely lovely time, would definitely stay again :)

Jess and James provided a nice secluded studio which was very modern and clean. Great for a quiet getaway highly recommend

The place was clean, cosy and well equipped with appliances!

Awesome accommodation. Sensational hosts!

Jess and James were perfect hosts. Thank you!

Lovely, Cute and Clean. Nice stay for a weekend away!

Beautiful flat in lovely serene surroundings and an easy drive to Newcastle - highly recommend.