This lodge places you within a 15-minute drive of Glen Innes & District Historical Society and Land of the Beardies History House. The guestroom includes a kitchen and a fireplace and guests can enjoy free breakfast.
Glen Innes & District Historical Society - 19 min drive - 13.9 miles
Land of the Beardies History House - 19 min drive - 13.9 miles
Anzac Park - 20 min drive - 14.1 miles
Australian Standing Stones - 22 min drive - 15.3 miles
Frazers Creek Sapphires - 48 min drive - 37.8 miles
Getting around
Glen Innes Station - 14 min drive
Inverell, NSW (IVR) - 29 min drive
About this property
Fabulous Country Stay on New England cattle & sheep property
The Shearers Lodge is set in a wonderful location fronting the Wellingrove Creek. Sitting on the front verandah, the quaint Matheson Uniting Church is in full view with the backdrop looking down the Matheson Valley between the Waterloo Range. The accommodation was originally the shearers quarters for the working shearing teams on Waterloo Station property. The building is now fully restored, with of course, much more luxury!
The space
The Shearers Lodge is set in its own private surrounding, and close to the old historic shearing shed. The accommodation is perfect for couples or family and group bookings. A group minimum of 4 rooms (8 guests in 4 rooms) is required for exclusive use of the Shearer's Lodge. With the perfect combination of classical style and contemporary comforts, there is access to a fully equipped modern kitchen and lodge room with an amazing stone fireplace. Relax and enjoy what this historic rural property has to offer. Waterloo Station is a great place to explore, with plenty of short walks or for the more energetic, hiking around the hills and ranges wildlife spotting or perhaps you would like to try your hand at fossicking, fishing or enjoying the beautiful Wellingrove Creek flowing through the property. Plenty of lovely swimming holes with turtles, platypus and various fish species in abundance. Fantastic for keen photographers or artists, yoga, well-being groups as well as cycling, car or any other special interest groups. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram @waterloocountryaccommodation A sympathetic restoration undertaken in 2017 on the authentic shearers accommodation has retained the original ambience from a bygone era. The "never been painted walls" add a wonderful ambience to every room. - Ducted air conditioning/heating - Linen - Private verandas - Breakfast & pantry provisions provided
Your stay includes use of all kitchen facilities, with large dining and lodge room, verandahs and outdoor areas for relaxation. The property is wonderful for couples, families and larger group bookings. For group bookings, the shearers lodgings has 7 bedrooms all with ensuited bathrooms. The lodge room has seating for up to 60 people for group functions. More information about the property and accommodation can be found on our website waterloo-station
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
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Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Permitted outdoors. Be mindful to extinguish
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Food and drink
Chef service
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
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Air conditioning
Dryer
Fireplace
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Living room
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
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
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: 14
Note from host: Please contact regarding events
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-20079-2
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.
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: 14.
Note from host: Please contact regarding events
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Fabulous Country Stay on New England Cattle Sheep Property
Frequently asked questions
Will I be able to park at Fabulous Country Stay on New England cattle & sheep property?
No, there isn't parking at this lodge.
Is this lodge next to a casino?
No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this lodge?
No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.
Is Fabulous Country Stay on New England cattle & sheep property good for couples?
This historic lodge offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and access to a chef in each guestroom with some featuring fireplaces.
Are there hot tubs at Fabulous Country Stay on New England cattle & sheep property?
No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this lodge include breakfast service?
This lodge offers free breakfast.
Will this lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this lodge.
Are there connecting rooms at Fabulous Country Stay on New England cattle & sheep property?
No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this lodge?
The closest major airport to this lodge is Inverell, NSW (IVR), which is 26.8 mi away (29 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Fabulous Country Stay on New England cattle & sheep property?
Yes, every guestroom at Fabulous Country Stay on New England cattle & sheep property comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain or water views.
Fabulous Country Stay on New England cattle & sheep property Reviews
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8/10 Good
Linda W.
Nov 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place but needs closer attention to detail.
We had a lovely family get together at the house after having troubles with the booking - insure that you mention how many bedrooms you want rather than just tell how many people other you may get a nasty financial surprise. The place is lovely and the booking hiccups were forgotten when i walked in. There are problems, however, including finding a REALLY dirty oven, dirt under kitchen cabinetry (looking for an earring back), melted ice cream in some of the freezer drawers (the fridge was not cold when we arrived), and, the copious serving plates were grubby including a few dead blowflies amongst them. The bedrooms and bathrooms were clean as was the living room. The location is lovely. Also, there were no breakfast provisions despite it being stated as being provided.
Linda W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Courtenay R.
Aug 18, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous weekend getaway for a group
We had the most wonderful weekend gathering at Waterloo. The Quarters have been beautifully restored, with every modern luxury, whilst still maintaining the charm of the old building. We loved all the details, the cleanliness, the well-equipped kitchen, the huge fireplace and living space. This is just the best place to gather with a large group. We will be back. Thank you Deb. X
Courtenay R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
chritine j.
Apr 26, 2019
Escape o the country
What can I say ... The moment we arrived, it felt like home . Deb has done a wonderfull job on the restoration of the shearer lodgings, its abosolutly breathtaking when you walk into the kitchen which was fully equiped , the lounge room and fire place is to die for .Our family of 9 from the ages of 6 mths to 60+ all enjoyed the peace and quiet. The yard is big enough for the children to play and fully fenced so it was a no worries mate situation , just like the old days. Exploring the shearers shed and surrounds is a must do. But the highlight of the whole experience was the sapphire fossicking , everybody got so into it that the next day the 2 year old said , are we going digging . And from then on it was called the DIG . Which we did each morning . I am sure we will be back very soon . Thank you Deb for letting us stay at your beautiful property.
Christine Johnston
chritine j.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
8/10 Good
Michelle G.
Apr 16, 2018
A very comfortable stay
Thank you for the opportunity to stay with you recently. A lovely location and the accommodation was warm and comfortable with everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again sometime in the future.
Many thanks
Michelle G.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
Wes N.
Apr 8, 2018
Great setting, perfect weather, excellent facilities.
Really enjoyed the bird life and peace & quiet. Had a great time fossicking in the nearby creek. It was only a short drive through the spectacular New England countryside to the historic towns of Glen Innes and Inverell.
Great place to get away from it all for some R&R.