St Albans Tranquil Escape | House in Upper Macdonald

10.0 (1 Review) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Upper Macdonald House | St Albans Tranquil Escape

2 Bedroom House in Upper Macdonald

Nestled on the beautiful MacDonald River, Thompson’s Cottage is the perfect place for those seeking a tranquil escape or an active family away from devices.
Surrounded by World Heritage listed national park and the MacDonald River, enjoy wildlife and nature at its best. A mixture of open space, native bush and national park on your doorstep.
The two acres block with a traditional farm cottage is an ideal holiday away from the hustle and bustle of Sydney but within a relatively short drive.
The space
Thompson's Cottage is a charming heritage farm cottage fully furnished with two bedrooms, kitchen, lounge, balcony and bathroom.
Features include:
- Two bedrooms one with a queen size bed and the second with two single beds both with outdoor access
- Wood-fuel pot belly fireplace for winter heating
- BBQ and outdoor fire pit (subject to local fire restrictions)
- Main bedroom with adjoining bathroom
- Well equipped kitchen
- Outdoor table and chairs on balcony which is bathed in the northern sun and overlooks the river and the valley
- Ceiling fans in each room and split system air conditioning in living area
- Cottage is fenced and has an adjoining 2 acre paddock
- Pet friendly
- Borders World Heritage listed National Park, natural bush and the river which is wonderful for walking and wildlife
- Nestled on the beautiful MacDonald River
- Ample parking
- Access to the property is via a good river crossing however a 4WD vehicle is required alternatively leave car on roadside and it is short 100m walk to the house.
- Property is on the power grid so has electricity
- The house is on tank water and so we ask that you conserve water
- Remember the country golden rule - leave all gates as you find them as there are cattle in and around the property
- Note: Please note there is no telephone, no internet access, no TV and no mobile phone coverage in the MacDonald Valley. One of the many attributes to the area as it provides the rare opportunity to truly escape the hustle and bustle of Sydney and the ability to relax and recharge.
Other things to note
A few things to note - there isn't mobile coverage in the area and you will need a 4WD to cross the river or alternatively many guests leave car on other side and it is a short 100m walk across the shallow sandy river to the house.
Registration number
PID-STRA-70811

This 2 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Upper Macdonald. Enjoy your stay in Upper Macdonald at this House.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Pet Friendly
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Fireplace
Pet Friendly
  • 1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet) pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number pid-stra-70811 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

License number: PID-STRA-70811

Reviews

Minh T.
Apr 30, 2025 09:28:56 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Warren was extremely lovely and understanding. The house was as expected, away from city life. Quiet and peaceful.
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