Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Robertson Nature Reserve, this cottage places you within a few miles (5 km) of Macquarie Pass National Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Robertson Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 0.9 miles
Bendooley Estate Book Barn - 37 min drive - 24.6 miles
University of Wollongong - 57 min drive - 41.8 miles
Wollongong City Beach - 57 min drive - 41.8 miles
North Wollongong Beach - 59 min drive - 43.2 miles
Getting around
Robertson Station - 4 min drive
Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Burrawang Village Hotel - 11 min drive
Southern Rise Bakery - 4 min drive
Rockabellas - 4 min drive
Robertson Public House & Kitchen - 4 min drive
Pecora Cheese and Wine - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Applegarth Cottage - Cozy Little Slice of Robertson w/ Fascinating History
Our family loves Applegarth and we hope that you do too. It is five acres of seclusion, yet only 800 metres down the road from the iconic Robertson Hotel. You get the whole acreage to yourself. Whether it’s a brilliant blue day or it’s shrouded in atmospheric ‘Robertson mist’ you feel like you have escaped from the world into a slice of Highlands calm.
We are a company that does a lot of travelling so our best means of contact would be either through the app or please email us and my Team will respond as soon as possible!
Owner Tips:
a) We love Pizzas in the Mist on the main street – the Peking Duck Pizza (with broccoli!) is particularly amazing. Its opening days are patchy though.
b) There are a number of good cafes on the main street, but Moonacres is the local favourite.
c) If you walk down further down Fountaindale Road the view opens up beautifully towards the coast within a few minutes. If you walk down the road for a few more minutes and then turn right onto Maugher’s Lane, you get a variety of beautiful views.
d) The small Robertson Rainforest Walk on South Street is a quick and easy walk- it is beautiful, very close to town and there is often no one there. It gives you a sense of what the local Yarrawa Rainforest was like when it covered the land around Robertson.
e) Just a little further away, Carrington Falls and Belmore Falls are both beautiful. You can swim around Carrington.
There are views from the back balcony across Robertson and down into the Kangaroo Valley - the sunsets from here can be magnificent. They look particularly good with a glass of wine or a slice of cheese, (from the nearby ‘cheese factory’ specialist store perhaps) in your hand. The balcony also looks down onto our own small patch of Robertson’s native Yarrawa Brush temperate rainforest. On the property, there are many grassy areas for strolling or playing as well as other Yarrawa remnants. Somehow there are also two iconic Wollemi pines growing strong near the House too.
In the house itself there an open fireplace (atmosphere plus!) and a combustion stove (atmosphere, plus practicality). The kitchen is fully stocked to create your own country meals, or you can order takeaway from the iconic ‘Pizzas in the Mist’. There are plenty of places to curl up with a book, play a game or watch TV. You may want to explore the local sights of Robertson and the beautiful surrounding area. Or you may just never want to leave.
Either way, we hope you enjoy Applegarth.
HOUSE RULES * Check-in: After 3:00 pm * Checkout: 10:00 am. On Sundays checkout at 4:00 pm. * No smoking * No parties or events * Pets are allowed (special requirements are in place for this. Please refer to the additional rules below). * The home can accommodate up to 8 guests with the sofa bed upon request, with a fee of $140. Please let us know upon booking if this option is required.
ADDITIONAL RULES *As per the Short Term Legislation Act 2020 NSW, all guests are required to obey these rules. For extra guests/day visitors, we must be informed for liability purposes.
*To comply with local regulations, all guests are kindly asked to review and accept our booking Terms and Conditions in the Pre-arrival check-in form. For everyone’s security and peace of mind, we also require a valid ID and card details for a temporary pre-authorisation, which is held as a security deposit for the duration of your stay.
*This strictly is a no-party property. We do not allow parties/events of any sort. The maximum amount of guests allowed to sleep in this property is EIGHT people, however, we do allow day visitors of up to FOUR people. No more than a maximum of TWELVE people are allowed in the property at any given time.
*Only the guests staying at the property are permitted to be present. If you wish to have visitors in addition to booked guests, you must advise us in writing prior to your stay and ensure you receive written permission.
*This home is a strictly no-smoking property. If any of our cleaners find any form of cigarette ash, butts or smell cigarettes in the apartment, we could issue a $500 fine.
*This is a domestic residence and we love our neighbours. We do not allow loitering or loud noise outside of the premises or inside of the premises. We ask for minimal noise especially after 9 pm.
* Pets - We are a pet-friendly property. We ask all our guests to contact us for approval of pets before booking and include your request in the reservation form as there is a pet fee of $110 per stay to cover the cost of extra cleaning and disinfection. Please do not allow your pets to do on the furniture.
*STRA Rules - By booking this home you automatically agree to all the STRA terms and conditions that are applicable to guests. You also agree that if you do break any of the house rules you will be asked to leave and no refund of the unused nightly rates will be returned.
*Check-in/Check-out - We cannot stress enough the importance of checking out on time. Our regular check-in time is after 3 pm and check-out time is before to 10 am. If you wish to have an earlier check-in or later check-out, please reach out to us first. Please note, there may be a charge.
*Changing of Dates Terms & Conditions - Requests to change booking dates may only be accommodated if check-in is more than 1 month away. - This is subject to approval and we reserve the right to decline any requests. - Please note that there may be a surcharge to change the dates. - Any changes to bookings are subject to approval and we ask all guests to reach out to us first.
THINGS TO KNOW * Checkin details will be sent either the night before checking in, or the morning of check-in for security reasons.
* We only provide 1 set of keys for each stay. We do not have extra sets.
*This home is family-friendly and we provide a cot and highchair, however, we do not provide the linen. You are welcome to bring your own. The cot and highchair are kept in the laundry room for you to set up when needed.
* The home can accommodate up to 8 guests with the sofa bed upon request, with a fee of $140. Please let us upon booking if this option is required.
* There is ducted heating/AC in the common areas and master bedroom. The other 2 rooms have portable heating/cooling fans.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
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
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Unit size: 1,905 square feet
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
2 total (218 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number 2577, PID-STRA-52311
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
getawayz-nsw-FOUNTAINDALE-82
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this cottage?
This cottage is located in Robertson, close to Budderoo National Park, Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk, and Macquarie Pass National Park. Robertson Nature Reserve is also within a driving distance of 1.8 mi.
Will I be able to park at Applegarth Cottage - Cozy Little Slice of Robertson w/ Fascinating History?
Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Is Applegarth Cottage - Cozy Little Slice of Robertson w/ Fascinating History a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.
Are there hot tubs at Applegarth Cottage - Cozy Little Slice of Robertson w/ Fascinating History?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage offer breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at Applegarth Cottage - Cozy Little Slice of Robertson w/ Fascinating History?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.
How far is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Shellharbour, NSW (WOL), which is 17.3 mi away (29 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Applegarth Cottage - Cozy Little Slice of Robertson w/ Fascinating History?
Yes, every cottage at Applegarth Cottage - Cozy Little Slice of Robertson w/ Fascinating History comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.
Applegarth Cottage - Cozy Little Slice of Robertson w/ Fascinating History Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
cathy s.
Nov 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the quiet area and the small town, water falls, The only thing we had was trouble finding the please, need a bigger number and not cover over with plans.
cathy s.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Wendy W.
Aug 11, 2025
Whilst I would recommend this property I had to waste time recording all the damage to be sure that we were not held responsible. We had two toddlers with us but no crayons etc and found one of the dining chairs with drawing all over it.The presented well on initial
Wendy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Suzanne O.
Dec 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
A Perfect location for peace and quiet with plenty of space for children and dogs to run around. The house is very comfortable and well appointed.