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“A Secret place to slow down”

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

“A Secret place to slow down”

Designed to give couples a get-away-from it all feeling the Eco-Cabin offers rustic luxury, privacy and an up-close-to-nature experience. Amongst the trees and in the shadows of “The Bucketts” the views of the Barrington and Gloucester River valleys and surrounding mountains are wonderful. The Eco-cabin is about 300 metres from the nearest house. So bring your sense of adventure and leave your alarm clock behind.
This Eco-Cabin provides a unique style of couples accommodation steeped in rustic luxury and surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Its is fully self contained with solar power and rainwater storage; a luxurious king-size bed, a bath with idyllic views and a fully equipped kitchen. There’s BBQ on the large deck and an outdoor fire drum for cooler nights under the stars.

Property manager

Dan Buckley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Alarm clock
  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Parents bring own travel cot & bedding for infants

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
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 2422, PID-STRA-2025

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
NSW, Gloucester

What's nearby

  • Billabong Native Garden - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Gloucester Folk Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gloucester Farmers Market - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Saint Clements Historic Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gloucester Country Club - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 4 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadies Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Perenti Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hebby's Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blakey's Chicken & Take Away - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 57 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “A Secret place to slow down” pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at “A Secret place to slow down”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “A Secret place to slow down”?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “A Secret place to slow down” located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Billabong Native Garden, Gloucester Farmers Market, and Gloucester Folk Museum. Saint Clements Historic Park and Gloucester Country Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

“A Secret place to slow down” Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Fiona G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heatwave stay
The property is well appointed (but not luxury) however the description of ammenities is misleading. The aircon is completely inadequate for the place and when you need it most in a heatwave it is useless. There is no washing machine or drier despite the description stating that. The property is heavily reliant on solar and the batteries between two cabins are connected. We had the misfortune of the occupants of the other cabin draining our battery as well as theirs leaving us with no power. You can not run the aircon and use the kettle, toaster or microwave at the same time otherwise it shorts it. The back up generator failed to operate when the solar battery was drained and no one was sent to fix this leaving us with minimal power during a heatwave. When we flagged some issues with the manager/host we were advised “a cool change should come through later”… well meant but not helpful when we were sweltering in 35’C+ heat. We were repeatedly woken the first night by the faulty smoke alarm. When we advised the manager/host of this we were told “it’s ok to remove it” no one sent out to replace it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic peaceful getaway
Property just outside of town so you can grab anything you need quickly. Beautiful setting, woke to the sounds of all the local bird life and the beautiful foggy valley while watching the sunrise coming up from the mountains. So many animals from the cows grazing to the little magpie that would come for a snack to the green tree frog that would come and croak at night plus rock wallabies that would be hopping past. The surrounding Barrington tops National Park was spectacular views and bush walks. Thanks to all the lovely locals that welcomed us into their beautiful town and a very special thanks to Dan for sharing this little piece of countryside with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax, do nothing and enjoy the view
New, clean and all that we need was provided. Fantastic outlook and a wonderful taste of the country.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right
Great property for a couples getaway. Amazing location, wow views and the town nearby. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful vistas
The Ridge is a lovely little spot for a getaway. Far enough away from everything but also close enough to everything. Just lovely for 2.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property,wonderful views
We had a wonderful stay. Amazing views, the bath was a hit, and the weather cooled down overnight in the middle of summer. The cabin is able to be kept quite cool in the middle of the day too. We spent a few days there without needing to go out. The birds nearby were wonderful. Very happy it's pet friendly, as our two small dogs had a great time too. The local coucal blessed us with its interesting call and we briefly spotted it once! Besides a local crow giving us a 5am wake up call, overall it was a wonderful stay. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be staying again
The cabin is well appointed and has a neat layout which made our stay very comfortable. It has a beautiful view of the town from the hilltop and was so quiet. Really enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute peace and serenity. Driveway is a bit tricky but adds to the remoteness while still being close to town. Well designed with lots of thoughtful touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020