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Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time"

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
Dining
Exterior
Escape to the charming Original School House, surrounded by Waukivory Valley views and two acres of wildlife-filled grounds. Enjoy a BBQ on the timber verandah, collect eggs from your own chickens, or pick fresh produce from the vegetable garden. Unwind with an elegant wood fire inside or explore nature outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time"

Original School House built in 1913, beautifully restored and enhanced by
the current owner. Comfortable one bedroom house, oozing simplicity and charm. Timber verandah with BBQ over looking the Waukivory Valley. Galley kitchen, laundry and bathroom ,main living/dinning has an elegant wood fire. The property is set on two acres, wonderful for bird watchers and wildlife lovers. Just relax and enjoy the valley.
Your welcome to walk around the property, feed the chickens and collect the eggs, please remember to shut the gate. The vegetable garden is there to enjoy we share our produce when in season. We respect nature and love our visits from the kangaroos, parrots, magpies, kookaburras, butcher birds, galas, willy wag tails, green tree frogs and the cows at times are at every fence of the property.
The kitchen has everything you need to cook your own breakfast (eggs from our chickens) There are teas, coffee's and the basics you need to feel at home.
There is a wooden deck with BBQ for you to enjoy, all windows have bug screens. The water is filtered rain water and we do have a filtered water station in the kitchen.
There's are great wood fire inside wonderful for those cold winters nights. Plenty of wood stacked easy accessable and you can enjoy picking up sticks around the property for those starters. There is a screen guard to keep kids safe. There is also an out door fire pit if you feel like cooking a camp oven meal. Open fires are subject to fire restrictions when in place by the rural fire service. We will let you know.
The TV is free to air channels, there is a DVD player and a port for your USB to watch your own movies.
We can organise a private yoga class on the deck. There are some mats and blocks for you to use.
This is a great property to come and unwind, relax and recentre yourself in nature or use it as a base to explore the National Parks in the area.

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: NO dogs inside please

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please remove shoes inside.

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-4539, 2422

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Waukivory, NSW

What's nearby

  • Gloucester Country Club - 19 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Gloucester Folk Museum - 20 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Billabong Native Garden - 20 min drive - 23.7 km
  • The Glen Nature Reserve - 20 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Barrington Tops National Park - 47 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 17 min drive
  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 76 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time"?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" located?

Situated in Waukivory, this golf vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of The Glen Nature Reserve, Gloucester Country Club, and Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park. Saint Clements Historic Park and Gloucester Farmers Market are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erika O.

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

Charming and lovely place

We love our stay...we all, includinf our little dog, had a wonderful time here...highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

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

Beautiful place of peace, tranquility and relaxation

The school house is a wonderful space to relax and unwind Beautifully presented and maintained Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Libby G.

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

Farm stay

Beautiful quiet location in picturesque valley. Gorgeous house and garden with lovely sunny and shady spots to sit throughout the day with amazing views. Dogs loved the property, it’s so big, securely fenced and lots to see and do. Everything provided and easy contact with host. Would definitely stay again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Country escape

Katherine was kindly understanding and flexible when we were forced to change our plans.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C., Sydney

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

Quiet Country Views

Magic spot, lush green views, cows in distant paddocks...Moooing - too relaxing. While the accommodation warms you with an era gone-by. Worth in every way the 3hrs from Sydney drive with half on motorway and half country views. Stroud is worth a stop and via Dugong on way back, don't forget Gloucester mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F.

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

Where you can breathe

We had the best end to a busy 2022 at Katherine’s place. The silence, broken only by the sounds of the farm animals and nature, was spectacular. Katherine’s generous and thoughtful hospitality makes one feel right at home. I aimed to have a cuppa in all the beautiful spots she created, but we’ll have to return to fulfil that. We watched the day arrive from the spa and counted stars next to the fire pit in the evenings. Let’s keep this gem our secret - shhh 🤐
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

lee h.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

The Old Waukivory School House was such a delight - lots of character, spotlessly clean and very thoughtfully provisioned and appointed. In an age when many hosts don't even bother to leave you with tea or coffee or oil and spices, Katherine has gone out of her way to provide you with everything you could want for your weekend stay - fresh eggs, bread, butter, milk, juice, chocolate, snacks, the list goes on! The house and gardens were beautifully presented, the spa was warm, and the fire was set ready to be lit. Katherine's pride in her cottage and exceptional generosity were very much appreciated as were the wonderful views of the valley and quiet location. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

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

Return visit

A return trip to Kathy's lovely property. Beautiful and relaxing as always. Thank you Annette
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tess D.

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

Relaxing country escape

We had a wonderful relaxing time at the Waukivory School House. It is such a beautiful property with lots to explore, the wide open spaces were heaven for our dog! It was also really special to have chickens and goats on the property to interact with. If you're looking for some R&R this place is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Tranquil, Relaxing, and Easy

The School House at Waukivory is a dream place to stay. Kathy was a great host; very easy to deal with - and very accomodating. The property is set amongst beautiful countryside, but doesn't feel remote. The drive from Gloucester is easy (even in the rain). The bed is comfortable (lovely sheets and doona), the lounge was warm and inviting, and the outside areas were sublime. A view from every angle. And, chickens and goats to keep you amused. It's an easy drive back into town for supplies or coffee. There are two particularly good cafes in Gloucester - The Common (great fruit sourdough and the best hot chocolate) and Roadies (particularly good gluten-free 'muffins' and coffee), and a friendly pub worth having lunch at. Lovey's IGA has everything you'll need; not that you'll need much. Kathy provided bread, cheese, milk, ice cream, tea, coffee, beer and wine, chocolate and lollies ... We had planned to venture out to other towns in the district, but found everything we needed in Gloucester - great walks, places to bike ride, even a local museum. I can highly recommend the School House at Waukivory for a relaxing weekend or extended holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

LEE W.

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

The most amazing property!

This place is amazing!! We had our two children and our poodle. I really couldn’t have asked for a better break. The kids absolutely loved feeding the chooks and goats every day. We were all sad to leave this beautiful property. After 6 months of home schooling balanced with working full time it was the exact medicine we all needed. Gloucester was only a short drive away where we all swam in the river. Kathy was awesome and so easy to deal with. Do yourself a favour and book this property!! We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

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

Lovely break away

Beautiful and restful. Kathy was great to deal with and it was nice to find such a great yard for our (spoiled) dog to safely potter around in. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M., Australia

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

Such a beautiful house in such a beautiful area

This house was one of the best I’ve stayed in. It felt like coming home. It was clean, well equipped and so peaceful. Kathy was wonderful, and made us feel so welcome. There were so many added special bonuses. My daughter loved the ice cream. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

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