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St Albans Tranquil Escape

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Private kitchen
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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Upper Macdonald, NSW
  • Hawkesbury River
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Wollemi National Park
    ‪75 min drive‬
  • Australian Reptile Park
    ‪102 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

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About this property

St Albans Tranquil Escape

Nestled on the beautiful MacDonald River, Thompson’s Cottage is the perfect place for those seeking a tranquil escape or an active family away from devices.

Surrounded by World Heritage listed national park and the MacDonald River, enjoy wildlife and nature at its best. A mixture of open space, native bush and national park on your doorstep.

The two acres block with a traditional farm cottage is an ideal holiday away from the hustle and bustle of Sydney but within a relatively short drive.
The space
Thompson's Cottage is a charming heritage farm cottage fully furnished with two bedrooms, kitchen, lounge, balcony and bathroom.
Features include:
- Two bedrooms one with a queen size bed and the second with two single beds both with outdoor access
- Wood-fuel pot belly fireplace for winter heating
- BBQ and outdoor fire pit (subject to local fire restrictions)
- Main bedroom with adjoining bathroom
- Well equipped kitchen
- Outdoor table and chairs on balcony which is bathed in the northern sun and overlooks the river and the valley
- Ceiling fans in each room and split system air conditioning in living area
- Cottage is fenced and has an adjoining 2 acre paddock
- Pet friendly
- Borders World Heritage listed National Park, natural bush and the river which is wonderful for walking and wildlife
- Nestled on the beautiful MacDonald River
- Ample parking
- Access to the property is via a good river crossing however a 4WD vehicle is required alternatively leave car on roadside and it is short 100m walk to the house.
- Property is on the power grid so has electricity
- The house is on tank water and so we ask that you conserve water
- Remember the country golden rule - leave all gates as you find them as there are cattle in and around the property
- Note: Please note there is no telephone, no internet access, no TV and no mobile phone coverage in the MacDonald Valley. One of the many attributes to the area as it provides the rare opportunity to truly escape the hustle and bustle of Sydney and the ability to relax and recharge.
Other things to note
A few things to note - there isn't mobile coverage in the area and you will need a 4WD to cross the river or alternatively many guests leave car on other side and it is a short 100m walk across the shallow sandy river to the house.
Registration number
PID-STRA-70811

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 2775, PID-STRA-70811

About the area

Upper Macdonald

Upper Macdonald is home to this holiday home. Wisemans Ferry Golf Club and Jubilee Vineyard Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dharug National Park and Popran National Park.
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Upper Macdonald, NSW

What's nearby

  • Hawkesbury River - 38 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Brisbane Water National Park - 74 min drive - 70.9 km
  • Wollemi National Park - 75 min drive - 77.1 km
  • Australian Reptile Park - 102 min drive - 86.5 km
  • Central Coast Stadium - 104 min drive - 94.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Settlers Arms Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Fickle Wombat - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Housemoving Contractors - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bush Bites Takeaway Cafe - ‬59 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is St Albans Tranquil Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

Where is St Albans Tranquil Escape located?

Situated in Upper Macdonald, this holiday home is within 25 miles (40 km) of Wisemans Ferry Golf Club, Hawkesbury River and Hawkins Lookout. Grass Tree Circuit and Marramarra National Park are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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