River Ranch — Mudgee's Unique Rural Escape
Entire home in Mudgee, Australia
- 8 guests
- 4 bedrooms
- 5 beds
- 1.5 baths
Hosted by Bliss Stays MUDGEE
- 4 years hosting
Listing highlights
Self check-in
Check yourself in with the key safe.
Extra spacious
Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
Beautiful area
Guests love this home’s scenic location.
A stylish country farmhouse where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Nestled in the hills of Riverlea, only 8 minutes from the closest cellar door and 15 minutes to Mudgee, the Ranch offers a peaceful escape with a spacious kitchen, firepit, private river access and friendly alpacas. We fell in love with its stillness, the wide skies and the quiet magic of the river, and we are proud to share it with guests who seek the same calm and connection.
The space
Inside the Ranch
Step into a thoughtfully restored country home filled with antique furniture, reclaimed timber and natural textures. The open plan living area connects to a generous farmhouse kitchen designed for shared meals and relaxed conversation. A cosy loft retreat with TV and games provides the perfect nook for movie nights or quiet downtime.
Outdoors and Activities
Life moves gently here. Enjoy your morning coffee on the deck as kookaburras call from the trees and the paddocks turn gold with the rising sun. Feed the alpacas, picnic or fish by the river, or explore nearby cellar doors and boutiques. Play a round of pool, visit Windamere Dam or simply unwind around the fire pit under festoon lights as the stars appear. Guests often say their favourite moment is sunrise on the deck as the mist lifts over the river and the valley becomes still.
The Setting
Set along the Cudgegong River and surrounded by open paddocks and native bushland, the Ranch offers a peaceful backdrop filled with Australian wildlife. Kangaroos graze at dusk, wombats wander near the riverbanks, and wild goats move through the hills. The final five minutes of your drive follow a well-maintained dirt road suitable for 2WD vehicles. There is flat parking for up to four cars. While mobile reception may be limited, WiFi calling works reliably around the house.
Comfort and Details
Sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms with three queen beds and two singles
1.5 bathrooms with premium amenities
Farmhouse kitchen with modern appliances
Outdoor fire pit and BBQ area (seasonal use)
Pool table, board games and Starlink WiFi
Loft retreat with TV and comfortable lounge
Professionally managed and impeccably cleaned between guests
Pet-friendly and family-friendly setup
Families and Pets
Families love the sense of space and simplicity at the Ranch. A porta-cot, high chair and rollaway bed are available on request. Cot linen is available for $15, and the rollaway setup for $30. Well-behaved dogs are welcome with approval and an additional cleaning fee. Please add the number of pets you're travelling with and let us know about your furry friend at the time of booking so we can assess if the space is suitable for them. The property offers wide open areas to explore, but it is not fully fenced, and wildlife is frequent, so pets must be supervised.
Planning something special? Enhance your stay with curated experiences and optional add-ons, including wine tours, private chefs, catering, in-home yoga, private transport, exclusive discounts with select local providers and more! Explore what’s available on our website, and let us know at the time of booking if you’d like us to help organise anything for your stay.
Guest access
You will have the entire farm stay to yourself. Please make yourself at home! There are two river access points leading to your own stretch of private river frontage.
Other things to note
Before your arrival, you will receive a detailed house guide with access instructions, appliance notes and helpful tips for your stay. Please read and respect the house rules.
Starlink WiFi is available throughout the house. Phone reception is limited across the property, but Wi Fi calling works well inside the home.
No motorbikes, quads, or dirt bikes are permitted due to insurance requirements and to respect neighbouring properties and animals.
Important Notes
River Ranch is a genuine rural property. Expect open paddocks, native wildlife (on the rare occasion, a snake), and limited phone reception. Swimming and fishing at the river are unsupervised and at your own risk. Fire pits may only be used outside of total fire ban periods. Please drive slowly, as wildlife and farm animals often cross the driveway.
Guest Services
Optional gourmet hampers and breakfast boxes available through Bliss Stays (order before arrival)
Picnic baskets, fishing rods, river tubes and games provided
Local contact is available during your stay for any assistance
Professional cleaning and linen service between bookings
Registration details
PID-STRA-83492
The space
Inside the Ranch
Step into a thoughtfully restored country home filled with antique furniture, reclaimed timber and natural textures. The open plan living area connects to a generous farmhouse kitchen designed for shared meals and relaxed conversation. A cosy loft retreat with TV and games provides the perfect nook for movie nights or quiet downtime.
Outdoors and Activities
Life moves gently here. Enjoy your morning coffee on the deck as kookaburras call from the trees and the paddocks turn gold with the rising sun. Feed the alpacas, picnic or fish by the river, or explore nearby cellar doors and boutiques. Play a round of pool, visit Windamere Dam or simply unwind around the fire pit under festoon lights as the stars appear. Guests often say their favourite moment is sunrise on the deck as the mist lifts over the river and the valley becomes still.
The Setting
Set along the Cudgegong River and surrounded by open paddocks and native bushland, the Ranch offers a peaceful backdrop filled with Australian wildlife. Kangaroos graze at dusk, wombats wander near the riverbanks, and wild goats move through the hills. The final five minutes of your drive follow a well-maintained dirt road suitable for 2WD vehicles. There is flat parking for up to four cars. While mobile reception may be limited, WiFi calling works reliably around the house.
Comfort and Details
Sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms with three queen beds and two singles
1.5 bathrooms with premium amenities
Farmhouse kitchen with modern appliances
Outdoor fire pit and BBQ area (seasonal use)
Pool table, board games and Starlink WiFi
Loft retreat with TV and comfortable lounge
Professionally managed and impeccably cleaned between guests
Pet-friendly and family-friendly setup
Families and Pets
Families love the sense of space and simplicity at the Ranch. A porta-cot, high chair and rollaway bed are available on request. Cot linen is available for $15, and the rollaway setup for $30. Well-behaved dogs are welcome with approval and an additional cleaning fee. Please add the number of pets you're travelling with and let us know about your furry friend at the time of booking so we can assess if the space is suitable for them. The property offers wide open areas to explore, but it is not fully fenced, and wildlife is frequent, so pets must be supervised.
Planning something special? Enhance your stay with curated experiences and optional add-ons, including wine tours, private chefs, catering, in-home yoga, private transport, exclusive discounts with select local providers and more! Explore what’s available on our website, and let us know at the time of booking if you’d like us to help organise anything for your stay.
Guest access
You will have the entire farm stay to yourself. Please make yourself at home! There are two river access points leading to your own stretch of private river frontage.
Other things to note
Before your arrival, you will receive a detailed house guide with access instructions, appliance notes and helpful tips for your stay. Please read and respect the house rules.
Starlink WiFi is available throughout the house. Phone reception is limited across the property, but Wi Fi calling works well inside the home.
No motorbikes, quads, or dirt bikes are permitted due to insurance requirements and to respect neighbouring properties and animals.
Important Notes
River Ranch is a genuine rural property. Expect open paddocks, native wildlife (on the rare occasion, a snake), and limited phone reception. Swimming and fishing at the river are unsupervised and at your own risk. Fire pits may only be used outside of total fire ban periods. Please drive slowly, as wildlife and farm animals often cross the driveway.
Guest Services
Optional gourmet hampers and breakfast boxes available through Bliss Stays (order before arrival)
Picnic baskets, fishing rods, river tubes and games provided
Local contact is available during your stay for any assistance
Professional cleaning and linen service between bookings
Registration details
PID-STRA-83492
Where you'll sleep
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What this place offers
River view
Valley view
Lake access
Kitchen
Wi-Fi
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
5 nights in Mudgee
23 Oct 2025 - 28 Oct 2025
Rated 4.88 out of 5 from 26 reviews.
Guest favourite
This home is a guest favourite based on ratings, reviews and reliability
Overall rating
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value
Guest reviews mention
Where you’ll be
Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia
Exact location will be provided after booking.
Neighbourhood highlights
River Ranch sits on the Sydney side of Mudgee in a peaceful pocket of Riverlea, surrounded by rolling hills, open paddocks and native wildlife. The final five minutes of your drive follow a well-maintained dirt road before reaching the Ranch, where wombats, kangaroos and vibrant birdlife are part of the scenery.
Nearby, enjoy scenic tastings at Skimstone and Logan Wines or join a local tour to explore Mudgee’s acclaimed cellar doors, restaurants and cafés—just 15 minutes away. Windamere Dam (10 minutes) is perfect for swimming or boating, while Gulgong’s heritage village (25 minutes) and Mudgee Observatory (20 minutes) offer great day trips.
Visit local markets, walk bush trails, browse the Mudgee Museum, or sample honey and regional produce at Mudgee Honey Haven before returning to the Ranch’s stillness and wide country skies.
Nearby, enjoy scenic tastings at Skimstone and Logan Wines or join a local tour to explore Mudgee’s acclaimed cellar doors, restaurants and cafés—just 15 minutes away. Windamere Dam (10 minutes) is perfect for swimming or boating, while Gulgong’s heritage village (25 minutes) and Mudgee Observatory (20 minutes) offer great day trips.
Visit local markets, walk bush trails, browse the Mudgee Museum, or sample honey and regional produce at Mudgee Honey Haven before returning to the Ranch’s stillness and wide country skies.
Meet your host
My work: Bliss Stays
Lives in Mudgee, Australia
Inspired by my family’s strong connection to hospitality, managing guesthouses, restaurants, and B&B’s in the Blue Mountains, I initially entered the industry with my cleaning company, Bliss Professional Cleaning. Specialising in cleaning and servicing Airbnb’s, my team and I formed a real passion for creating beautiful, clean spaces for guests. After forming strong relationships with homeowners and caring for their properties as if they were our own, we decided to take the company to the next level and expand into providing a one-stop-shop for the short term rental market. The Bliss Group now has 25 team members dedicated to providing top quality guest experiences.
I have lived in Mudgee for 3 years with my husband and 2 boys, and have only left on 3 occasions because I absolutely love it here. It has so much to offer including a relaxed laid back country lifestyle (with not one set of traffic lights), a strong sense of community, picturesque scenery and phenomenal food, wine and boutique shopping—we are the 3rd largest grape producing region in NSW and we won NSW & Australia “Top Tourism Town” in 2021 and 2022!
I am a proud Hometime Local Hosting Partner. By joining forces with a dominant company in the short term industry, I have been able to focus my energy on doing what I love to do best… provide a 5 star guest experience! At The Bliss Group, we go above and beyond to ensure every guest has a memorable and meaningful Mudgee experience. As an eco-conscious company, The Bliss Group uses eco-friendly cleaning products and supplies to offer a sustainable ‘home away from home experience’. We offer free early check ins and late check outs (where possible) and hyper-local recommendations on how to truly enjoy the best of Mudgee so guests can make the most of every minute in this idyllic country town.
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