The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways.

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A modern house with a covered patio, a dining area, and a kitchen visible through glass doors.
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.
A neatly made bed with white linens, two pillows, two folded towels, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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GLOUCESTER, NSW
  • Place, Gloucester Farmers Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Billabong Native Garden
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gloucester Folk Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Gloucester Country Club and Villa d'Esta Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Craven Reserve and Rocky Crossing Reserve. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like winery tours.
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GLOUCESTER, NSW

What's nearby

  • Gloucester Farmers Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Billabong Native Garden - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gloucester Folk Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gloucester Soldiers Memorial Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Saint Clements Historic Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 19 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thunderbolt's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blakey's Chicken and Takeaway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Yim Thai Gloucester - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roadies Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪cafe 57 - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. located?

This family-friendly Gloucester holiday home is steps away from Gloucester Farmers Market and Billabong Native Garden. Gloucester Folk Museum and Gloucester Soldiers Memorial Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Gloucester Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house in an amazing location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2026
Thank You Rebecca for your kind review. We are glad to read that you appreciated The Ridge and what is offers our guests. We hope to have you come back and stay with us again sometime soon. Judith & Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for either friends or families to stay. The views are outstanding as is the house. Our group stayed here 12 years ago and the house is still as lovely as it was then.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weekend away

Fantastic property for a wonderful weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous accommodation in beautiful setting.

This property is definitely worth the premium, accommodation perfect for a family group we travelled with our adult children and 2 grandchildren.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2022
It was a pleasure hosting Sharon and her family group at The Ridge, Gloucester over the last few days. Her communications were great, she observed our house rules and left the property clean and tidy upon her prompt departure. We'd love for Sharon to come back and stay with us again. Judith & Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and well positioned and appointed
The Local wildlife
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2025
Thank You Orm for your kind review. We are happy to hear that you appreciated The Ridge and hope that you will come back and stay with us again sometime soon. Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant location

Great place for a family escape
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding home

Stunning views, beautiful home and great appointments. Definitely worth a visit
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Country Escape

A wonderful "escape" from the city, but only 5 minutes to Gloucester for a coffee and some groceries.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home positioned on top of a hill, outlook from there property was stunning.There house was well equipped for our stay. It was clean and tidy. Would definitely recommend to friends and family for a wonderful treetop getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2025
Hello Debbie Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed what The Ridge has to offer and hope that you will come back and stay with us again sometime soon. Judith & Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Ridge

Wonderful large house, excellent location and an amazing views. An excellent bonfire area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Glorious Gloucester

The Ridge is a fabulous home! Stunning views from perfect fire pit in the evenings. Easy access to town and great spot to explore walks/mountain bike tracks. Home is well fit out with lovely linen/towels and kitchen with everything you need. Great location for a real escape.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr, 2022
Thank you Kaitlyn for your kind review. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at The Ridge. We hope that you will come back and stay with us again sometime soon.. Judith & Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bliss

Fantastic property located in a very peaceful and beautiful setting close to town. Property would be well suited to family groups. We brought our dog and she loved it. Fence is barbed wire so had to keep an eye on her but that was fine. Dan was very helpful and responded promptly to questions. Beds were comfy and shower amazing. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inside the house was clean and well presented except one of the twin rooms was only half made up There was a lot of bird poo outside particularly at the front door and the outside table and chairsKitchen was well set up Loved all the wildlife. Birds, kangaroos and cows
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2025
Hello Sue We hope you enjoyed your stay at The Ridge. I am sorry about the bird poo - we have had some nesting swallows of late and don't want to disturb the babies. I am not sure why the housekeeper didn't fully make up the second twin room; maybe because your booking was for just 7 people? Hopefully thse things didn't impact your stay too much. Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful escape

From the picturesque surrounds of the countryside, to the luxurious feel of the gorgeous home, we had a wonderful time staying at The Ridge! Highlights were - the main shower with pebble floor and great views; the number of thoughtful inclusions at the property; the fire pit (we used twice, and toasted marshmallows one night)!; the close proximity to town (can recommend the Roundabout Inn for steaks); misty morning view; cows close by and even saw a kangaroo! Would highly recommend The Ridge for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov, 2021
Thank you Veronica for your kind review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay at The Ridge and had some up close encounters with some of the "locals". We hope that you will consider coming back and staying with us again sometime soon. Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Ridge is well located, featuring contemporary design and off-the -grid services.

This property let us enjoy expansive scenic views over the Gloucester Valley with a feeling of being remote but in reality only a short distance from town. While at the house we spent time with friends in the 'great room' - modern kitchen, dining and lounge opening on to the covered deck with BBQ and outdoor lounge. Our winter-time visit ensured use of the fire pit and lengthy catch-up conversations each evening. Gloucester and Barrington Tops have a wealth of things see and explore and we will certainly be back for more. Ideal for groups and family get togethers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
Thank you Michael for your kind review. We are pleased to hear that your group enjoyed your stay at The Ridge and our beautiful region. We hope that you will come back and stay again sometime soon. Dan Manager, The Ridge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house in an incredible location

We had a fantastic stay at The Ridge. From the very beginning, communication with Dan was exceptional. Check-in was easy and the house was well equipped and far exceeded our expectations. We especially liked that we could bring our dogs along, the amazing shower in the main bedroom, multiple outdoor areas to relax, evenings by the fire pit, and incredible views across the surrounding areas. We all agreed that we didn’t want to leave and should have booked an extra night! We highly recommend staying at The Ridge, and will likely be making another reservations soon as other family and friends want to join us for the next stay. Thanks again for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2023
Thank You Jenna for your kind review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. @theridgegloucester and hope that you will consider coming back and staying with us again sometime soon. Judith & Dan
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Totally awesome!

This property does not disappoint! It's a prime example of what can be achieved with a totally eco-friendly house that is off-the-grid. The view is magnificent and we did not lack for anything...except maybe some more bug spray! But we are in the countryside! No complaints! And our totally pampered dog settled in without any problems. In fact she was fascinated (and somewhat intimidated) by the cows and kangaroos! The Ridge is totally awesome and we cannot be more enthusiastic in our recommendation. Congratulations Dan on having the vision to create such a luxurious and eco-friendly house! We'll definitely be coming back!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
Thank You Carlos. It was great to have you come and stay at The Ridge and we are so glad that you and your dog enjoyed your time there. We look forward to having you back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and stunning

This was our second time staying at The Ridge and for good reason. If you are looking for a getaway from the hustle and bustle of city living I can definitely recommend this outstanding oasis. Tranquility, birds, Wallaroos, and a winding pathway leads you to a superbly designed house which can accommodate 2 families with ease. I love this place. Green frogs, the fire pit, relaxing outdoor setting overlooking the mountain ranges and Gloucester which is only 5-10 minutes away by car. Do nothing or do plenty with scenic drives, waterholes, and the famous Barrington Tops for those who like adventure. My favourite part was waking up every morning and seeing a different weather pattern. Some days were really foggy and other days were so clear. Being up so high felt like heaven. I’m sure we’ll see you again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2024
It was a great having Chris come back and stay at The Ridge, Gloucester again. His communications were great, he observed our house rules and left the property clean and tidy upon his prompt departure. We'd love for Chris to come back and stay with us again in the future. Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and a quiet, secluded property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from the elevated position were incredible. Misty mornings, clearing to beautiful days where you can see for miles. The house has plenty of space and two wings/pavilions and two living areas - and very well set up with everything you need. Kangaroos, horses and cows all there to help the whole elegant country escape.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2026
Hello Glen We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at The Ridge and took in all that is has to offer. We hope that you will consider coming and staying again sometime soon. Judith & Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

The house was excellent and had everything you would need for a great stay. The views are fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful scenery and lovely home

Host was very responsive. House was very cosy and relaxing especially the night views with the bonfire lit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific holiday

We were very pleased with how clean the house was and the landscape views. Along the way there were many exciting opportunities to see the cows and kangaroos around the house. We really appreciated how the price of accommodation remained consistent with previous years despite many other accommodation prices inflating due to the Covid-19 virus. Even though the Adventure Centre was closing, we were still able to enjoy nearby attractions such as the Rainforest bushwalk 15 minutes away. The Ridge is definitely a great place to relax and bond with family, with the campfire and lounge area being perfect with our pet dog. Not only was the accommodation luxurious but its location was ideal. At only a 3-minute drive away, we were able to go to the local town which had many restaurants, cafes, and a Woolworths which made grocery shopping extremely convenient. Our check-in and check-out experience was seamless, with the owner Dan quickly replying to any issues we had. Overall, this vacation home was splendid. We highly recommend The Ridge and we’re hoping we can come again the following year for the third time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant house fabulous location

Fabulous house well fitted out. Kitchen was well equipped with everything you could need. Dan is an excellent communicator and extremely helpful. Fire pit was great fun but you do need to order your wood. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2021
It was a pleasure hosting Lee at The Ridge, Gloucester over the last few days. His communications were great, he observed our house rules and left the property clean and tidy upon her prompt departure. We'd love for Lee to come back and stay with us again. Dan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical, unique, cathartic

The moment we were approaching the house we could sense something special. The house is perfectly positioned with views as far as the eye can see. Beautiful mountains, hills, valleys and cattle await. We woke one morning to a Kangaroo outside our bedroom window with a joey in its pouch before hopping away. The fire pit was a great attraction every evening as we surrounded it mesmerised as the logs burnt away. This house has everything you really need. It also appeared to have its own weather pattern as it is so high above the local townships. We loved that the view with cloud formations, or fog/mist would continuously change never allowing the view to be the same. We loved that the property was off the grid with its own solar panelled electricity and water from the rainwater tanks. Some added surprises were the Australian King Parrots in abundance and the beautiful Green Tree Frogs which the kids adored. If you like star gazing go outside with no lights and look up. I doubt you will see more stars than this location particularly if you come from the city. Dan thank you so much for the experiences we encountered at The Ridge. It is evident that a lot of thought went into the design of the house. Well done. The biggest disappointment I suspect which most people would have is leaving. I would have liked to stay longer. A second visit is on the agenda.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan, 2021
Thank you Chris for the generous review of The Ridge. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at our property and it environment. We look forward to having you staying with us again. Dan & Judith
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