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Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome

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A modern dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen island with stools, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A two-story brick house with a garage, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with drawers, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123552 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Rothbury, NSW
  • Place, Lucy's Run Wines
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wandin Estate Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, The Vintage Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lovedale

Located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Wandin Estate Winery, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Gartelmann Wines. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Lucy's Run Wines - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Wandin Estate Winery - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Gartelmann Wines - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • The Vintage Golf Club - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Greta Station - 12 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Huntlee Tavern - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sabor Dessert Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blaxlands Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Fudge Factory - ‬17 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.

Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome

The accommodation is a large 5-bedroom home with 3 newly renovated bathrooms 2 living areas one with large screen Tv, other with bookshelf full of books, games and puzzles. Large dining table, a games room with Tv and pool table. A full gourmet kitchen, and an outside screened dining area with BBQ large outdoor table and outdoor lounge.

The master King Suite has a newly renovated ensuite.
All living areas and one bedroom are located downstairs.
The home offers ducted air conditioning, full kitchen with new appliances, laundry, 2 TV'S and internet.

Our property offers shady gardens featuring an avenue of mature Magnolia trees, a sparkling Inground pool, private playground with cubby house and huge trampoline. Fully fenced yard so parents can relax.
We also have a home gym, dart board/ arcade machine 5000 games / variety of games garage.

As a guest you will have access to the whole 5-bedroom house, pool and 5 acres.
There are 2 large storage sheds which guest don’t have access to , but please enjoy a stroll around.
You can say hi to our 3 beautiful Alpaca's Vinnie and Prince and Raffles

We are also lucky enough to have Rover coaches pick up and drop off for lots of different local events and concerts at our Gateway.
Such an easy stress-free form of transportation.
Can highly recommend them.

In Bedroom 4, we have a bunk bed with a double mattress on the bottom and a single mattress on the top. This is not two separate beds.
And a single trundle bed.

❤️5-acres 330sq m private home
* Visit Hunter Valley Lights & Zoo
* In House wine tasting available on request
✶Views Broken Back Mountain
✶Sleeps 12/ 5bdrm king bed
✶3 Bathrooms
✶Firepit in winter months
✶Pets welcome🐶
✶Pool table/ Arcade machine 5000 games
✶9mtr pool
✶Fully fenced yard & playground/cubby/sandpit
✶Large trampoline
✶kids footy field🏉⚽️
✶plenty of parking
✶Smart TV/Netflix/ Stan
✶Wi-Fi
✶Ducted air
✶Pet Alpacas 🦙
✸Plenty of room for kids to ride their bikes 🚴
✸5min- Wandin Valley vineyard/ restaurant, Lillino's Italian
bar/ restaurant.
✸15 min- Hunter Valley Wildlife Park/ Vintage golf course.
✸20min Roche Estate/ Hope Estate/ Hunter Valley gardens and Harrigans.

Fires and Firewood: Firewood will be provided after the NSW Easter school holidays up to before the NSW September School Holidays has commenced, In line with the NSW State fire restrictions.

Please note there is a security camera on the front of the garage and house.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,552 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive lockbox information
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

Rules

No food, drink or shoes on the carpet. No glass in the pool area. No parties, yelling, screaming or shouting. No offensive noise outside after 8pm.
Please respect our neighbours. Maximum of 2 pets. MAXIMUM of 12 guests including children. Exceeding this limit can cause damage to septic system.
Only paying guest on property, undeclared guest will be charged $100 per day/night after 2hrs. Security cameras for our safety and yours.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: No pets upstairs, No pet left inside when out.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: All children need to be added to booking .

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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 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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Lovedale, close to Hunter Valley Gardens, The Vintage Golf Club, and Bimbadgen Estate. You'll also find Gartelmann Wines and Wandin Estate Winery within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome?

As of Sep 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome on Sep 9, 2026 start from $607, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the vacation home. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is about 29.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome?

Yes, every house at Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Lovedale Escape Large family 5 bedroom home with pool, playground, pets welcome Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

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

Fantastic family get away!

Wonderful family friendly property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very family friendly, clean, well maintained. Perfect size for our family of 12.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharni

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home had everything you could think of for an amazing extended family getaway. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, with every amenity we could think of to make our stay memorable. The 5 children in our group had so many activities to keep them happy - pool, playground, trampoline, table tennis, soccer pitch, etc etc. We also had a dog with us, and the enclosed outdoor space was wonderful. I would thoroughly recommend this fantastic house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PETER W.

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

Lovedale Family Weekend

Excellent property and location. Very well equipped with plenty of space and activity possibilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thuma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had nice experience in this place with peaceful environment.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johnny M.

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

Great place.

Great location, easy access and an amazing host, lots of entertainment. Thank you Mardi!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Family gathering

This property was perfect for our needs and would love to stay again for a longer time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M P.

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

Fantastic property for family getaway

Great property. The place was very clean and immaculately presented The layout works well and areas are generously sized. Good location just off lovedale road and on the same road as some good wineries
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Love J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property. Host are very pleasant to deal with. Pool was great to have. The property overall was very clean and all stocked up. Kids loved it. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erin D.

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

Beautiful property

Stunning big home, very spacious for the whole family. Short drive out of town in the country side.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neal S.

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

Perfect!!!

Perfect property, had everything we needed and more, will highly recommend to anyone heading to Hunter Valley, stunning location, peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alina M.

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

Beautiful house

The house was beautiful and was suitable for both the adults and kids. We look forward to hopefully returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nelson L.

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

Perfect Family Hunter House with it all....

Rare find to have a house with a Pool, Snooker Table, Arcade Games, very comfy beds, clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional home and location. It was everything we could have wished for . Our family of six stayed for a weekend stay and the place was everything in the description and more. My 3 year old grandson is still asking to go back , the cubby house gave him hours of entertainment and he now wants his own alpacas after delighting in feeding them every morning. The home and grounds are amazingly large and clean the pool was awesome for the hot days and the host Mardi-Jane was a delight to communicate with. I highly recommend this stay and would definitely love to stay again.
Alpaca friends
Easy access to wineries
Wineries
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Amazing friends getaway

This property was an amazing getaway location for the vineyards. We had 7 guests on a girls trip and had an awesome time. The house was amazing, clean and had all the amenities we needed! Whether your trip be couples, families or friends; this rental is very highly recommended. We look forward to visiting again, especially in the warmer months so we can make use of the beautiful pool . The owner was so easy to communicate with and very accommodating. Extremely happy 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

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

Everything you need

What a beautiful home/property, we spent 3 nights here and made lovely memories. We spent hours in the pool and enjoyed the alpacas coming right up to the fence while we swam, the massive cubby house and swing set was also utilised and again visits from the alpacas while we played there. The enclosed/ outdoor dining area was perfect and so spacious for us to enjoy meals. Everything you need is provided, the how the have really made this a beautiful place to escape, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Amazing space to relax in the Hunter Valley

Our family group of teenagers / parents / grandparents had a wonderfully relaxing few days here. The house is spacious, well designed, and very well appointed with many lovely little touches like extra books, games and outdoor toys. Our teenagers loved the pool table and played many games. We all loved the alpacas, and getting to feed them was a special experience. Many thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robina I.

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

Lovely house In Hunter Valley

It was a lovely house we had for new years eve . Very clean and seemed like it has just been refurbished. The pool was great and has some comfy sunbaking beds which was a bonus . The pool was little dirty - had litte bugs and grass from jumping in and out of the pool. It was a lovely catch up with family for 3 nights. Thank you Mardi-Jane for a nice home. Definitely recommended the house. Until next time
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

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

Amazing

Mardi's house is absolutely amazing! I booked the house for my Nan's birthday and it was perfect for our family. The kids loved the park, the footy field, the alpacas and the pool. They were entertained all weekend and had such a great time. The house was so clean and tidy and the kitchen had everything you need. We spent most of our time in the pool and the beautiful garden under the trees. It was also so great that we were able to bring our dogs with us and that the yard was fully fenced. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your property, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mercy V.

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

Perfect and spotless

All 11 of us — three families with children aged 4-15 plus two furbabies — absolutely enjoyed our stay. There was always something for the kids to do (cubby, pool, pool table, sports field, alpaca-feeding) and for the adults to relax in. We loved that there was a large fully fenced area for our dogs to explore without running away! The highlight of our stay was the prepared firepit where the kids enjoyed roasting marshmallows on it. The kitchen had everything we needed and the whole place was perfect and spotless. Thank you, Mardi! We will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Uiatu T.

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

Paradise.

Hands down BEST property we’ve stayed in. Very clean. Complimentary local wine. Owners are great and reply promptly. We’re a large family, with many different age groups. Every one was happy. Children didn’t touch their devices. There was food for the alpacas. Playground, cubby house, pool, footy field and pool table kept the children and adults busy. Lastly, sturdy and comfortable beds to sink into at the end of long days. We were reluctant to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Great location

A lovely place to stay with our adult children and our grandchildren. Space big enough to occupy all the grandkids. Kitchen cupboards well stocked, no need to bring anything extra. Hosts very pleasant and accommodating. Had a truly wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylah R.

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

Great Property

Loved our stay - great location and great spot for a family event or group.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANNIKA H.

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

Fantastic family house

We had a great time here as a multi-generational family group. The young children played non stop in the playground and cubby house, plenty of space for adults to relax. The property was clean and well presented, with a lovely homely feel. Hosts were lovely and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend for your next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022