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Home away from Home without the hassles

Riverside cottage with free breakfast and Hot tub

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Master Bedroom
Entryway
Steak Dinner
Private kitchen
Breakfast meal

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3645.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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  • Place, Nargoon Reserve
  • Place, Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
  • Place, University of Newcastle
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Home away from Home without the hassles

Ducati’s is a delightful two-bedroom self-contained cottage in Raymond Terrace, New South Wales. Nestled in a semi-rural area and surrounded by lush gardens and towering gum trees, it provides an ideal retreat for couples or singles to unwind, offering all the comforts of home without any of the usual stress.
The property is named after our cat, Ducati, who has been an integral part of the process since the beginning, diligently overseeing the architect and various tradespeople to ensure everything was up to his standard. This commitment to detail is reflected in the cottage's cozy and well-thought-out design.
Your hosts, Peter, Glenys, and Hallie, are on-site to assist with any queries during your stay, from local history to dining recommendations. We also emphasize sustainable living at Ducati’s. Our gardens, filled with decorative plants, herbs, and food-producing vegetation, are maintained without the use of pesticides or herbicides, creating a healthy environment for both guests and local wildlife.
Regular visitors to our property include a variety of native birds and animals. You might spot Kookaburras, Magpies, Butcher Birds, Cockatoos, Blue Wrens, Willy Wagtails, Noisy Minahs, and many other bird species in the trees and gardens. Possums, Lace Monitors (Goannas), native Bush Rats, Diamond Pythons, Grey Kangaroos, and Wallabies also frequent the area. While we haven’t yet seen a Koala, the local wildlife rescue group uses trees on our property to feed injured Koalas in their care.
To support local wildlife, we have an ongoing program of planting native vegetation alongside our food production efforts, ensuring a habitat for displaced fauna. We also have free-range chickens and ducks that have around 1000 square meters to roam, contributing to the property's sustainable practices.
At Ducati’s, we strike a perfect balance between comfort and sustainability, creating a serene and eco-friendly retreat for our guests.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No cots or similar available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed within 4 meteres of buildings

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STRA PID-STRA-69-2

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maitland

Located in Raymond Terrace, a neighbourhood in Maitland, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Pacific Dunes Golf Course and Oakvale Farm and Fauna World are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and Maitland Showground. Newcastle Showground and Maritime Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Raymond Terrace, NSW

What's nearby

  • Nargoon Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hunter Region Botanic Gardens - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 21 min drive - 23.4 km
  • University of Newcastle - 23 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 32 min drive - 34.5 km

Getting around

  • Hexham Station - 12 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Tavern - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bull 'N Bush Hotel - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home away from Home without the hassles pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Home away from Home without the hassles?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home away from Home without the hassles?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home away from Home without the hassles located?

Located in Raymond Terrace, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Nargoon Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tilligerry State Conservation Area and Hunter Region Botanic Gardens. Hunter Wetlands National Park and Pacific Dunes Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Peter and Glenys Francis

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Languages:

English