The Chichester Retreat

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The Chichester Retreat
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Excellent location!

9.6

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: The Chichester Retreat in Bandon Grove offers a holiday home with a saltwater swimming pool and a beautiful garden. Guests can relax in the outdoor fireplace and enjoy the serene views. Comfortable Amenities: The property features air-conditioning, a balcony, and a spa bath. The fully equipped kitchen includes a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and oven. Additional amenities include a dining area, sofa, and parquet floors. Outdoor Activities: Guests can enjoy hiking in the surrounding area. The property is highly rated for its convenience for nature trips and peaceful nature-centric experiences. Convenient Location: Located 84 km from Newcastle Airport, The Chichester Retreat provides easy access to local attractions.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kat
    Australia Australia
    “Everything was lovely! The cabin felt spacious (especially the bathroom). It was a joy watching the local wildlife and birds. The tennis court and pool area is great.”
  • Rachelle
    Australia Australia
    “As always an absolute pleasure. This place holds a special place in my heart and I will always love coming back.”
  • Treena
    Australia Australia
    “The location was beautiful, so peaceful. The unit was very well appointed and had everything we needed.”
  • Anna
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful quiet location, surrounded by wildlife with national parks walking trails nearby. Great wood fire that kept us toasty warm and a spa bath with more than enough room for two. Well equipped kitchen with full sized fridge and freezer. Also...”
  • Mei
    Australia Australia
    “Quiet beautiful surroundings. Spa bath was great. Making bonfire was fun”
  • Georgia
    Australia Australia
    “We stayed here over the weekend to celebrate our friend’s birthday, and it was absolutely incredible! Every detail had been thoughtfully considered — from fire starters ready by the fireplace to a charming picnic basket complete with a cozy...”
  • Zara
    Australia Australia
    “Peaceful beautiful place. Great host. Very clean. Loved the fire pit and the coffee machine.”
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    “The environment was just beautiful and the cabin has everything you need for a nice quiet getaway.”
  • Sylvia
    Thailand Thailand
    “We loved the perfect and peaceful location of this accommodation, nestled into spectacular nature. We were greeted by kookaburras and many other birds. We also enjoyed the outdoor fire pit very much. What a serene place.”
  • Rebecca
    Australia Australia
    “The location was exceptional. As it wasn't yet school holidays, we were one of only a few houses within the Barrington Wilderness Estate that were occupied. The tennis courts were a fun addition and the wildlife and peace and quiet made it the...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Chichester Retreat

Company review score: 9.4Based on 132 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

The Chichester cabins were built in 1998 and family owned and operated since 1998. The cabins have recently been refurbished and renovated.

Property information

The Chichester Retreat is the perfect escape to the foothills of the Barrington Tops National Park. The two bedroom self-contained cabins offer a luxury stay for couples, families or friends. The cabins are each equipped with two queen bedrooms, log fireplaces, television, double spa bath, air-conditioning, outdoor fire pit and kitchen. All bed linen and towels are supplied. The Chichester Retreat is within the Barrington Wilderness Estate which allows our guests access to a stunning 180 acres of property to explore. The estate offers a communal salt-water swimming pool, BBQ facilities, tennis court and an abundance of native Australian animals that can be viewed from the balcony. You will find us only a 20 minute drive from Dungog and the Hunter Valley wineries only an hour away. For those making a longer trip we are located 2.5 hours from Sydney and 1.5 hour from Port Stephens.

Neighbourhood information

Attractions at our doorstep include the Chichester Dam, the Jerusalem Creek trail (Barrington Tops National Park) and the historical town of Dungog. We also recommend out guests explore the Blue Gums Loop within the Barrington Tops National Park

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 350 is required on arrival. That's about US$231. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Chichester Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

A damage deposit of AUD 350 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration