Gorgeous Country Home with Spa & Sweeping Views
Farm stay in Hartley, Australia
- 15 guests
- 5 bedrooms
- 13 beds
- 2.5 baths
Rated 4.65 out of 5 stars.102 reviews
Hosted by Deb
- 6 years hosting
Listing highlights
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Extra spacious
Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
Escape to a truly serene rural retreat that takes you away from the hustle of life. Less than 2 hrs from Sydney, discover a hidden world of bush walks, horses, chickens, potential kayaking for children and beautiful spots for picnics and stargazing at night. The 4BR + study full brick Chalet has a fully equipped kitchen and 2 living areas. With slow combustion fireplace, split system aircon in every BR, this is your cosy home away from home for family and friends to be refreshed together.
The space
Set on over 200 acres of undulating paddocks and mountains, enjoy total privacy and endless places to explore. Enter via a 650m dirt driveway that puts civilisation far behind you as you approach the undulating fields and mountainside leading up to the Chalet. Behind the house are multiple directions to walk the two mountains that surround the escarpment, and beautiful bushland of established native rainforest to explore. The trails behind the fences are protected areas of bushland which house some endangered species of purple butterflies and white flying possums. You may spot them if you're lucky! The whole property is open for walking and trail biking but in view of the beautiful habitat it is to the animals, tread lightly.
We are only 10 minutes drive to Lithgow, 15 minutes to Mount Victoria, 18 minutes to Blackheath, 30 minutes from Katoomba (coming from Sydney direction). Bathurst is just 50 minutes further along the highway and the Central West beautiful townships of Mudgee and Dubbo are within two hours drive.
For water enjoyment we have our own private dams for pleasant kayaking in the warmer months; for more lakeside enjoyment Lake Lyell is just 15 minutes drive away; and Lake Wallace under 20 minutes towards Wallerawang. There are secret swimming waterholes nearby, just ask if you're interested in these locations!
Note: For single night bookings, we do not include linen. Doonas and pillows provided, just need to bring sheets, doona covers/top sheets, pillow cases and towels (incl foot and hand towel, tea towel). If you want us to arrange this and we have at least 3 days notice, additional fee applies.
Be mindful that the bush and farmland comes with its ecosystem of animals, insects, sometimes sharp/prickly foliage. Get ready for an outdoor adventure! We have two resident horses, 2 chickens who will lay you fresh eggs and families of wallabies who check in to say hi from afar most mornings and evenings! Please always wear enclosed shoes to keep you safe and comfy when bushwalking and exploring the wild and beautiful surrounds. We are pet friendly and would love to welcome your furry canine friend/s to enjoy the great outdoors! However, we recommend only small, non shedding dogs who won't go close to the horses as they can kick out if dogs come aggressively at them. Please note, if dogs are shedding dogs or not toilet trained and leave any mess or any damage in the house, we will request compensation from $100 to up to the bond amount depending on the extent of damage and mess caused. We've never needed to do this and hoping it stays this way! We recommend bringing their own bed to sleep in, as strictly no dogs on the human beds thanks!
The House:
All set on over 300sqm of split level living with high raked cedar ceilings and original brick features, the house overlooks multiple views of the surrounding mountainscape. The room configuration is as follows:
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (up 4 stairs): 2 x Single beds that can be joined as a King plus space for a rollaway
Bedroom 3 (also up the 4 stairs): Bunk bed with daybed and single trundle that can be made into a king bed or split to be 2 singles)
Bedroom 4 (down 4 stairs) tri bunk with double on the lower and single on the upper, room for a rollaway
Small Study: Single bed (note no aircon in this space) or two rollaways made into a double (just fits)
There are two other fold out beds (named in the listing as floor mattresses) which can be set up in BR 1 and 2 quite comfortably which are most suitable for children or small adults. Just state your configuration preference at time of booking.
NOTE: We also have a 6th bedroom plus brand new ensuite which we do not list, however on request for an additional $350 fee we may prepare it for you given ample notice and appropriate size/configuration of group. It contains a King bed, bunk bed (2 singles) and a separate single (sleeps 5).
Kitchen & Dining
There are two dining tables which works ideally one for children and the other for adults (with glass bifold doors to close in between! There are bbq facilities outside, as well as the fully equipped modern farmhouse kitchen with double oven and 80cm stovetop, dishwasher and plenty of communal bench space to prepare feasts together. Plenty of chopping boards, knives and cutlery to enjoy your meals and the preparation of them!
Living spaces
The large living space is fully equipped with 65 inch TV, leather lounges and plenty of space to gather.
The sunken lounge with its own open fireplace is set up for boardgames, good conversation and a bit of music if you're inclined to play the keyboard or bring along your own instruments. Beautiful views from every window.
There is a large deck looking over the paddocks and treeline of Boxers Creek. Enjoy a meal as the sun sets behind you on our 8 seater outdoor table, lazing in the afternoon on our hammock or horse swing. Time slows right down as you put your feet up and relax!
Bathrooms
All newly renovated February 2024, the main bathroom on the upper level is multi-functional with communal double vanity and to the right the bath with shower, to the left a WC, each with its own bifold door. The 3rd WC is adjacent. The second bathroom with WC, shower and vanity is a small ensuite set opposite the Queen bedroom for easy access.
Laundry
Top loader and dryer are available for use during your stay, washing powder complimentary.
Rental includes access to entire property and surrounds.
Linen, towels, pillows and bedding all provided. Electric blankets supplied for guests to use if they choose.
Other Add-ons
Art Package: $35 pp
We love the creativity that this property brings out in us. I am an artist and find myself songwriting and painting artwork when we stay here. If you would like an artwork package to also put paint to canvass during your stay, our artwork package includes a canvasses, use of easel, paintbrushes and equipment. Note guests must bring ther own acrylic paints. No oil painting permitted (very bad for the septic system!). Must be organised with minimum 1 week's notice.
Also, we are serious about cleanliness and have taken on board Airbnb's guidelines on post COVID-19 cleaning. You can download and read them here for yourself: file:///Users/debfung/Downloads/CleaningHandbook_EN-US.pdf
Guest access
Whole house and property surrounds (less any bedrooms not being used and locked).
Strictly no smoking in the house.
Other things to note
See more pictures and comments on the place on our insta - redgate.farm
Registration details
PID-STRA-2263
The space
Set on over 200 acres of undulating paddocks and mountains, enjoy total privacy and endless places to explore. Enter via a 650m dirt driveway that puts civilisation far behind you as you approach the undulating fields and mountainside leading up to the Chalet. Behind the house are multiple directions to walk the two mountains that surround the escarpment, and beautiful bushland of established native rainforest to explore. The trails behind the fences are protected areas of bushland which house some endangered species of purple butterflies and white flying possums. You may spot them if you're lucky! The whole property is open for walking and trail biking but in view of the beautiful habitat it is to the animals, tread lightly.
We are only 10 minutes drive to Lithgow, 15 minutes to Mount Victoria, 18 minutes to Blackheath, 30 minutes from Katoomba (coming from Sydney direction). Bathurst is just 50 minutes further along the highway and the Central West beautiful townships of Mudgee and Dubbo are within two hours drive.
For water enjoyment we have our own private dams for pleasant kayaking in the warmer months; for more lakeside enjoyment Lake Lyell is just 15 minutes drive away; and Lake Wallace under 20 minutes towards Wallerawang. There are secret swimming waterholes nearby, just ask if you're interested in these locations!
Note: For single night bookings, we do not include linen. Doonas and pillows provided, just need to bring sheets, doona covers/top sheets, pillow cases and towels (incl foot and hand towel, tea towel). If you want us to arrange this and we have at least 3 days notice, additional fee applies.
Be mindful that the bush and farmland comes with its ecosystem of animals, insects, sometimes sharp/prickly foliage. Get ready for an outdoor adventure! We have two resident horses, 2 chickens who will lay you fresh eggs and families of wallabies who check in to say hi from afar most mornings and evenings! Please always wear enclosed shoes to keep you safe and comfy when bushwalking and exploring the wild and beautiful surrounds. We are pet friendly and would love to welcome your furry canine friend/s to enjoy the great outdoors! However, we recommend only small, non shedding dogs who won't go close to the horses as they can kick out if dogs come aggressively at them. Please note, if dogs are shedding dogs or not toilet trained and leave any mess or any damage in the house, we will request compensation from $100 to up to the bond amount depending on the extent of damage and mess caused. We've never needed to do this and hoping it stays this way! We recommend bringing their own bed to sleep in, as strictly no dogs on the human beds thanks!
The House:
All set on over 300sqm of split level living with high raked cedar ceilings and original brick features, the house overlooks multiple views of the surrounding mountainscape. The room configuration is as follows:
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Bedroom 2 (up 4 stairs): 2 x Single beds that can be joined as a King plus space for a rollaway
Bedroom 3 (also up the 4 stairs): Bunk bed with daybed and single trundle that can be made into a king bed or split to be 2 singles)
Bedroom 4 (down 4 stairs) tri bunk with double on the lower and single on the upper, room for a rollaway
Small Study: Single bed (note no aircon in this space) or two rollaways made into a double (just fits)
There are two other fold out beds (named in the listing as floor mattresses) which can be set up in BR 1 and 2 quite comfortably which are most suitable for children or small adults. Just state your configuration preference at time of booking.
NOTE: We also have a 6th bedroom plus brand new ensuite which we do not list, however on request for an additional $350 fee we may prepare it for you given ample notice and appropriate size/configuration of group. It contains a King bed, bunk bed (2 singles) and a separate single (sleeps 5).
Kitchen & Dining
There are two dining tables which works ideally one for children and the other for adults (with glass bifold doors to close in between! There are bbq facilities outside, as well as the fully equipped modern farmhouse kitchen with double oven and 80cm stovetop, dishwasher and plenty of communal bench space to prepare feasts together. Plenty of chopping boards, knives and cutlery to enjoy your meals and the preparation of them!
Living spaces
The large living space is fully equipped with 65 inch TV, leather lounges and plenty of space to gather.
The sunken lounge with its own open fireplace is set up for boardgames, good conversation and a bit of music if you're inclined to play the keyboard or bring along your own instruments. Beautiful views from every window.
There is a large deck looking over the paddocks and treeline of Boxers Creek. Enjoy a meal as the sun sets behind you on our 8 seater outdoor table, lazing in the afternoon on our hammock or horse swing. Time slows right down as you put your feet up and relax!
Bathrooms
All newly renovated February 2024, the main bathroom on the upper level is multi-functional with communal double vanity and to the right the bath with shower, to the left a WC, each with its own bifold door. The 3rd WC is adjacent. The second bathroom with WC, shower and vanity is a small ensuite set opposite the Queen bedroom for easy access.
Laundry
Top loader and dryer are available for use during your stay, washing powder complimentary.
Rental includes access to entire property and surrounds.
Linen, towels, pillows and bedding all provided. Electric blankets supplied for guests to use if they choose.
Other Add-ons
Art Package: $35 pp
We love the creativity that this property brings out in us. I am an artist and find myself songwriting and painting artwork when we stay here. If you would like an artwork package to also put paint to canvass during your stay, our artwork package includes a canvasses, use of easel, paintbrushes and equipment. Note guests must bring ther own acrylic paints. No oil painting permitted (very bad for the septic system!). Must be organised with minimum 1 week's notice.
Also, we are serious about cleanliness and have taken on board Airbnb's guidelines on post COVID-19 cleaning. You can download and read them here for yourself: file:///Users/debfung/Downloads/CleaningHandbook_EN-US.pdf
Guest access
Whole house and property surrounds (less any bedrooms not being used and locked).
Strictly no smoking in the house.
Other things to note
See more pictures and comments on the place on our insta - redgate.farm
Registration details
PID-STRA-2263
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Where you’ll be
Hartley
Exact location will be provided after booking.
From the host
Situated just 17 mins past Mount Victoria and 8 minutes from Lithgow, Hartley is the intersection of major attractions ranging from the Blue Mountains to Jenolan Caves, to the glow worms and historic Hartley. We love horse riding at Centennial Stables just half an hour away in Blackheath and grabbing a good coffee from Anonymous Cafe on the corner there. Our lovely neighbours across the road also conduct horse riding lessons and can hire out their ponies and carriages to conduct children's parties directly on our property!
And if you love to know a bit of history, the mountain we are on is a heritage listed historic location where there were convict barracks built in the 1800s. Apparently there are ruins of the chimneys and foundations somewhere in the paddocks but we haven't found them yet! Perhaps you might! Send us a picture if you do!
And if you love to know a bit of history, the mountain we are on is a heritage listed historic location where there were convict barracks built in the 1800s. Apparently there are ruins of the chimneys and foundations somewhere in the paddocks but we haven't found them yet! Perhaps you might! Send us a picture if you do!
Meet your host
My work: Self Employed
Lives in Lindfield, Australia
I'm passionate about hospitality. When we discovered this beautiful property it has been my dream to set it up as a blessing and place of refreshing, rejuvenation and reconnection for people. Already we have as a family with our own friends and community experienced the magic of this place, the wonder of creation and had beautiful times of fellowship and family time. I hope it can be a blessing to you too.
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