A totally off grid haven of peace and tranquility

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Gym

Explore the area

Wittitrin, NSW

Willi Willi National Park38 min drive
Slim Dusty Heritage Centre45 min drive
Kempsey, NSW (KPS)53 min drive
Town Beach78 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

+2

6 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

We named our property The Great Escape because we want it to be a place where you can escape from reality, our idea is that this is a place to come and unwind, explore and be a long way away from the hustle and bustle of day to day life, we feel the name encapsulates that ethos.

Our property sits inland from Crescent head beach by 40 minutes, and 20 minutes from Kempsey. We are surrounded by national parks and state forest with endless hiking, mountain biking, 4wd'ing, and exploration right on our doorstep, we have an extensive list of activities to do both on and off the property including private swimming holes and waterfalls and a fully equipped gym for all our guests to use.

The house itself is built solely from timber gathered from the land it sits on, it is a total off-grid, eco-friendly home, run on solar and water tank systems as it is important to us to have minimum impact on the environment.

There is no better place to relax and unwind. Fire up the bbq, crack a cold one & soak in the views. Oh, and your furry friends are more than welcome in our home!

The access to our property is via a gravel road which can get a little bumpy. It is accessible in any car, 4wd not a necessity but please be aware of this and drive safe.
All linen is provided but we ask our guests to bring their own towels, this helps us to keep our water usage down.

Property manager

Drew Cross

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Gym

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

Breathtaking Macleay Valley Views from the ridge, bring your hiking shoes !

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 10 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-12348

About the neighborhood

Wittitrin

Located in Wittitrin, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kumbatine National Park and Yessabah Nature Reserve, while Wigay Aboriginal Culture Park and Slim Dusty Heritage Centre are cultural highlights.

Wittitrin, NSW

What's nearby

Willi Willi National Park - 38 min drive
Slim Dusty Heritage Centre - 45 min drive
Town Beach - 78 min drive
Flynns Beach - 79 min drive
Nobbys Beach - 82 min drive

Getting around

Kempsey Station - 65 min drive
Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

Sherwood Estate Wines - 29 min drive
Fine Blends Restaurant - 29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A totally off grid haven of peace and tranquility pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 10 total).

What time is check-in at A totally off grid haven of peace and tranquility?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A totally off grid haven of peace and tranquility?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A totally off grid haven of peace and tranquility located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kumbatine National Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Yessabah Nature Reserve and Boonanghi State Conservation Area. Willi Willi National Park and Boonanghi Nature Reserve are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth M.

Jan 20, 2024

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

A wonderful getaway

Such a beautiful house and location! So many thoughtful and enhancing touches, and great communication. I only wish we could have stayed longer. The road up is quite rough with poor visibility towards the end and I recommend not making your first approach in the dark. My only suggestion to the owners would be to add fans to the upstairs bedrooms for hot summer nights. Thanks for the great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan J., Young

Nov 28, 2023

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

2nd stay in 10 days

Before starting our break, we had decided to stay at "The Great Escape" on the way up to the Gold Coast and also for a couple of days on the way back. This place is so relaxing and peaceful. Just to sit and watch the everchanging scenery from the balcony is worth everything. In addition, there is a second balcony upstairs, this has its own special views. Are we wanting to come back YES... The hosts were so easy to get in contact with and replied to questions quickly. Fantastic, Wonderful, Beautiful. Peaceful

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan J., Young

Nov 27, 2023

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

The very best

To be honest we were a little apprehensive about "Off the Grid" On the way up to the property we could see it off the road - we were warned that it was a bit bumpy - so no drama. OMG what a place. We were expecting - we don't know what - but what a place. Bacchi our fur baby was over the moon. We had a brilliant stay. It was so easy to "speak to the hosts" and that made it even more personal.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Jan 23, 2023

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

A Truly Great Escape

My wife and I (along with our dog) thoroughly enjoyed our week away at The Great Escape. It was the perfect place to unwind and forget about the day to day struggle. The view is truly beautiful and the property was very comfortable with all the amenities required. Drew was an exceptional host, assisting with all of our enquiries efficiently and effectively. I definitely recommend the property to those that want (or need) a quiet get away from the hustle and bustle.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynne Hamilton H., Arrawarra

Sep 20, 2022

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

Perfect seclusion

Great getaway with no neighbours, great views and all the comforts

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Drew Cross

Just a couple who love nature, exploring and everything this beautiful country has to offer. We wanted to provide a space where people can enjoy all of those things and make memories for years to come.