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A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by black chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a stone backsplash.
A modern kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and dishwasher, light-colored cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.
A modern fireplace with a glass front, logs beneath, and a chimney.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a fireplace, a TV, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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NULKABA, New South Wales
  • Place, The Valley Brewhouse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hanging Tree Wines
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hunter Valley Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nulkaba

This vacation home places you within a mile (2 km) of The Valley Brewhouse and Hanging Tree Wines. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • The Valley Brewhouse - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Hanging Tree Wines - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Roche Estate - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 13 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Branxton Station - 18 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Italian Cottage - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Saddler's Creek Wines - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • Caledonia Hotel
  • ‪Oporto - ‬4 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.

Tallowood House - A great family getaway

Located in the quiet hamlet of Nulkaba, this spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home features multiple living spaces, swimming pool and is only a few minutes drive to the Hunter Valley's wonderful wineries. Tallowood House is a great getaway for groups of family or friends.

Unwind at Tallowood House with the following bedding configuration:

Bedroom 1 King bed with ensuite

Bedroom 2 Queen bed

Bedroom 3 Queen bed

Bedroom 4 2 Single beds

Bedroom 5 - Double bed

Rumpus room - sofa bed (upon request)

Spend your days touring the area's wineries, enjoy the Hunter Valley Gardens or Hunter Valley zoo with the family, just minutes away. Restaurants and cafes are also just a short drive. There's some summer-time fun to be had with dip in the pool and in winter you can get cosy next to the large, wood-burning combustion fireplace. This quiet, semi rural location sits between the vineyards and Cessnock, so it offers the best of both worlds. You know what to do... get your group together and start planning your stay for any time of year!

The minimum booking rate is based on up to 8 guests.

Additional guests beyond 8 are charged at a per person, per night rate. Please enter your guest numbers to obtain accurate pricing for your group.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number 2325%2C+PID-STRA-41317

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.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

AU-2903-listing-164

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Nulkaba, close to Hunter Valley Gardens, Hunter Valley Wildlife Park, and Hunter Valley Golf Club. You'll also find Ben Ean Cellar and Saddlers Creek Wines within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Tallowood House - A great family getaway?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Tallowood House - A great family getaway?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool and a fireplace in each house with some featuring a private pool.

Does Tallowood House - A great family getaway have a hot tub?

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.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Tallowood House - A great family getaway have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is about 29.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Tallowood House - A great family getaway?

No, there aren't any house at Tallowood House - A great family getaway that offer a balcony.

Tallowood House - A great family getaway Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay for groups or big families
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Lizette A.

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

Great but short lived

It was a great place for our family as it had nice big living areas for our family to run around and the swimming pool was great for the hot days. Kitchen was really nice, but sewage issues with septic tank developed from day 2 and had to leave by day 4.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

Schoolies yearly gathering

We are 6 70+ year old females who went to school together. We have remained Friends all these years and never had a disagreement. We love our yearly catch up
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024