Blue Gum Retreat- Stunning View and Cosy

This is the location where you don't have to go anywhere if you don't want to! Yet if you do, there are so many activities in the area - cool creeks, Pilates at Bellingen Pilates, nearby beaches, eclectic shops, golf , horse-riding. No guest has ever wished they left earlier - in fact quite the opposite.

On site there are amazing mountain views and space to wander, chill or just relax. For the chefs there is an outdoor Pizza Oven; for some entertainment there is Table Tennis; for cosy winter nights there is a Pot belly and a Jetmaster fireplace; and throughout the year air con and fans in every room are at your disposal.

Location
Blue Gum Retreat is positioned in pastureland with sweeping, stunning and close up 180 degree views of Dorrigo National Park. It is within walking distance to Never Never Creek and the stunning fig tree water hole where you can swim, fish or look for platypus.

Blue Gum Retreat is a perfect getaway and you will not want to leave. Sit on the verandah or in the garden, read a book or sip glass of wine and enjoy the stunning view of the mountains whilst the kids play, or simply doze whilst the abundant wildlife chirp away. This beautiful and spacious rosewood family home is in a tranquil setting, situated only 1km from Gleniffer Hall and Church and set back 300m from the road.

Activities
Enjoy bathing in the refreshing Never Never Creek - just a short stroll away or use the house as a base for trips to local attractions.Thirty minutes to renowned Dorrigo Rainforest, International Bonville golf course and the pristine beaches of Sawtell and Coffs Harbour. Enjoy Bellingen's many eclectic cafes and restaurants or visit Bellingen markets with some 250 stalls, every 3rd Saturday of the month, and the Growers' markets - twice a month. Enjoy a Reformer Pilates session at Bellingen Pilates or organise Mat Pilates on site (subject to availability). Or just stay put and chill.

The House
Cool limestone floors throughout internally with sandstone slabs on the verandah, Stylish bathroom and ensuite with luxuries such as heated floors and heated towel rails. Open cathedral roof ceilings and large sliding doors & windows offering cool breezes in summer. Air conditioning and effective ceiling fans in every room; a huge Jetmaster open fireplace, Pot belly plus cosy linen for winter evenings .

Fully and generously equipped kitchen with ample equipment such as a blender, a slow cooker, a bamix, coffee machine, sandwich toaster, top quality pans, pizza and baking trays. Savour the fruit from the Citrus trees in July/Aug; the Mulberry tree in October and the avocado tree from March to May plus an ample herb garden for your cooking. Watch out for the chillis! Beautiful jacaranda in October/November.

Configuration
Blue Gum Retreat is a single level home with 4 bedrooms. In summary there are 3 kings (2 of which are split king) and 1 queen. The master bedroom, 'Mountain View ' at the far end of the home is large with a king sized bed and a walk in robe and air conditioning. 'Mountain View Two' and 'Mountain View Three' have a king bed that can be split into 2 long singles and a built in wardrobe; bedroom 4 has a queen bed and a built in wardrobe. All bedrooms have air conditioning. There are 2 bathrooms - the ensuite to the king room plus a separate bathroom with a shower and a bath. Both bathrooms have heated floors and heated towel rails. There is also a laundry with a washing machine & dryer, tub, 2nd tall fridge, ironing board and iron. Beautiful Linen/Towels are included though please bring your own beach towel.

The dining area seats 8 people at the table with a cosy pot belly to keep you warm in winter. Across from the dining table is a second living area with a 3 seater sofa. The living room has a large corner leather lounge, a leather armchair and huge Jetmaster open fire. Around the corner from the main living room is another large sofa with chaise and a bookcase full of books for young and old.

Parking
There is both undercover parking for 1 car and parking for 4 cars on the driveway near the house. Tall cars can park at the side of the house.


Check in/check out
Check in at 3pm, check out at 10am.

Note there are external security cameras on site covering the entrance which will be on during your stay .