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A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, wicker chairs, and hanging pendant lights.
A wooden deck with a glass table and two wicker chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape with trees and hills.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a metal bed frame, white bedding, and a window with a view of greenery outside.
A spacious kitchen with a dining area, wooden beams, a large TV, and a view to the outside.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a white table, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Rosebrook, NSW
  • Place, Winter Art Bazaar
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Walka Water Works
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Maitland Showground
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Maitland

Located in Rosebrook, this lodge is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Winter Art Bazaar and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Walka Water Works. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Winter Art Bazaar - 13 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Walka Water Works - 15 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Maitland Regional Art Gallery - 18 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Maitland Showground - 19 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Tocal Homestead - 21 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Telarah Station - 15 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rutherford Hotel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lochinvar Hotel Motel - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bliss Coffee Roasters - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Escape to the Country

ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY AT HUNTER RIVER RETREAT.

If your looking to leave the city behind and unwind on the deck of your own private rustic cottage with stunning views, to sit back and sip a glass of fine Hunter Valley wine and do nothing but soak up the peace and serenity.

Perhaps a picnic on the mountain with a loved one, bush walking on our many trails, spotting local wildlife including our kangaroos and wallabies or feeding our farm animals interest you, then picturesque Hunter River Retreat is for you.

Hunter River Retreat is situated on 110 acres and approx. 2 hrs from Sydney, 15 minutes from Maitland, with boutique wineries close by and the main Hunter Valley wineries approx. 30 minutes away. Full Day Bus Winery Tours can also be organized that pick up from The Retreat - you can taste and not worry about driving.

Goanna Lodge is a private fully self-contained cabin with a huge deck, gourmet BBQ and stunning views which makes entertaining or a family get togethers on the deck a must.

The Goanna lodge has 3 bedrooms, the main bedroom featuring a queen bed, and a glass sliding door leading to the third bedroom, will be loved by the children and features a double bed and a loft bed above, along with a tv and dvd player.
Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms.

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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Books
  • Communal pool
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: On outside deck only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Fenced private pool
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
With owner approval

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
On outside deck only

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: with owner approval
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8.
  • Note from host: with owner approval
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Escape to the Country Maitland
Escape to the Country Private vacation home
Escape to the Country Private vacation home Maitland

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this lodge?

This lodge is situated in Rosebrook, close to Tocal Homestead, Wyndham Estate, and Aerohunter. You'll also find Mindaribba Weddings and Winter Art Bazaar nearby.

Is parking available on site at Escape to the Country?

No, this lodge doesn't offer parking.

Is this lodge associated with a casino?

No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Escape to the Country?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lodge include a kitchen, a smart TV, and meal delivery service.

Are there hot tubs at Escape to the Country?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does this lodge offer breakfast?

This lodge offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Will this lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Escape to the Country?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this lodge?

The closest major airport to this lodge is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is about 23.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Escape to the Country?

Yes, every guestroom at Escape to the Country comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.

Escape to the Country Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Parisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, quiet place and a beautiful vintage style cottage

Overall we had a fantastic experience, the place was very cosy, comfortable and beautiful. The host also very responsive and helpful as we lost the power and they had fixed it with less than 5 minutes. Price wise was also reasonably cheap for the long weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunita K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farm Stay

We loved staying at Hunter Valley Retreat, kids and adult both enjoyed being so close to animals and feeding them. Eloise is a very warm and welcoming host and we all loved how much time she takes out to ensure you get close to animals. Its a beautiful spot
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

miriam v.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great short stay. The house has everything you need. Kitchen essentials needs to be upgraded and cleanliness of property was poor. Overall had a good stay with my husband and 5 kids. Very remote and private property which we loved.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

daniel t.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kids loved all the farm animals and the pool. The host communicated well leading to our holiday there. Unfortunately, the place (Goana lodge) needs a bit of attention (wooden deck boards are loose with nails coming out, dusty generally and dirty under beds). There is also a few possums nesting in the wall caveat and roof which needs addressing. All up a memorable stay.
Lama Friends
Sunset of the balcony
Friendly horse wanting a pat
Lookout views
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay and service

Eloise and Troy were the best hosts you could ask for. We had a blackout and within 20mins, they were able to get it fixed and the house was up running. The most gorgeous cabin to stay in with great facilities and not too far from the wineries either. Definitely recommending this to all my friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and perfect for a retrest

Communication from Eloise was great from booking date to end of the stay. The property was clean and in a great location, the retreat is a great place to stay to escape the city and enjoy nature. The facilities were amazing and we had no issues with our stay. Thank you Eloise! xx
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and secluded

We loved our stay here! Troy and Eloise were fantastic hosts and were just a phone call away. The accommodation was amazing! We will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage

Great entertaining space inside & out. Good facilities, but a little bit more up keep would be beneficial. Beautiful view & location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean , comfortable cabin.Large bedrooms & living areas.

Easy transaction, everything matched to what was offered.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for a chill weekend away!

Had a great weekend away at the Hunter River Retreat. The hosts were amazing with their communications and put us in touch with great options for wine tours in the region. Would definitely stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely spot

We had a lovely stay at the cabins, prompt response from our host Eloise and anything we needed was shortly made available. Very peaceful Surroundings and the animals were so sweet! We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prakriti G.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025