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Wonga - A secluded oasis in the heart of Parkes

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A two-story building with a garden in front.
A pathway leading to a house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with books, a lamp, and curtains.
A wooden deck with a wicker chair, surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola.
A swimming pool with clear water, a lounge chair, and a large umbrella providing shade.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bushmans Hill Reserve
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Parkes, NSW
  • Place, Bushmans Hill Reserve
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cooke Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Henry Parkes Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Wonga - A secluded oasis in the heart of Parkes

Wonga has been our beautiful home for the past 7 years and while we are off on an adventure we are offering it for others to enjoy.

Built in 1860, it was one of the original homes in the area. Established gardens surround the house. Covering nearly 6000m2, there is plenty of space to walk around the garden with a glass of champagne in hand. The pool area is a delight and will provide many hours of entertainment.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-31755, 2870
Property # 9649943
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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Parkes

Located in Parkes, this holiday home is in a rural area. Henry Parkes Centre and Parkes Aviation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Parkes Golf Club and Forbes Golf Club. Parkes Showgrounds and CSIRO Parkes Observatory are also worth visiting.
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Parkes, NSW

What's nearby

  • Bushmans Hill Reserve - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Parkes Showgrounds - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Cooke Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Henry Parkes Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Memorial Hill Lookout - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Parkes Station - 4 min drive
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bella's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Paragon Cafe Parkes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fu Yuan Chinese Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Wonga - A secluded oasis in the heart of Parkes have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Wonga - A secluded oasis in the heart of Parkes pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Wonga - A secluded oasis in the heart of Parkes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wonga - A secluded oasis in the heart of Parkes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonga - A secluded oasis in the heart of Parkes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wonga - A secluded oasis in the heart of Parkes located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Parkes Showgrounds, Bushmans Hill Reserve and Henry Parkes Centre. Cooke Park and Memorial Hill Lookout are also within 2 miles (3 km). Parkes Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious property that showcases the heritage features of the property nicely. Lovely, welcoming host who went above and beyond to make sure we knew everything wr needed to know a out the property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place is our home away from home. We wouldn't stay anywhere else

Owners are so easy to deal with and the property is stunning.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short Stay

Lovely old home with lots of character pool was an added bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Home away from home

We really enjoyed staying at Wonga. Great space with lovely surroundings and lots of room for 2 families with pets.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house and gardens, tons of space

Amazing house and gardens, tons of space, perfect for a big family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2022
Thanks Brett. I am glad you enjoyed Wonga. Hopefully you will be back soon! James
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Wonga was a lovely winter weekender. Beautifully decorated and well appointed. A great launch pad for our visit to the “Dish”!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic stay

Wonderful old style family home - a great place to turn 60! Refreshing morning dip in the pool a delightful extra.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

repeat stay

Brilliant, charming family home full of eclectic furnishings and treasures. Repeat stay and will stay again when next near Parkes
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful home and gardens

Our family had a great stay at this home for the week leading up to my wedding. A warm house with plenty of rooms and space for my family to spend the week together and beautiful gardens that I was able to get a few wedding photos in.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice old house in large garden setting

Wonga was a great base for our cycling holiday. 6 bedrooms suited us well, although several of the bedrooms require access from another bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely old house on expansive grounds.

Really enjoyed the peace and quiet, various features of the house, and of course the pool. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect short break

Great character property, full of charm. Just what we needed for a small break away away. James couldn’t have been helpful or accommodating. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeously secluded space

This was a gorgeously secluded space, uninterrupted sunset views and the summer sounds of cicadas through the garden making it quite magical. Great communication ands super easy going host. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025
Sally was a great guest and I hope to see her back at Wonga again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WOW what a retreat

This property is huge. The grounds are stunning. The house has all you could need, including a pool. The host - James goes above and beyond if needed. I highly recommend this property. There is alot of room and amazing facilities. The air conditioning is awesome too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very helpful. Beds extremely comfortable. A wonderful peaceful environment for a country break. Loved exploring the property and enjoying the Beautiful garden filled with birds and bees. Plenty of parking. Perhaps a few more comfortable portable outdoor chairs as the church pews and benches are gorgeous vintage furniture but they are not comfortable. Perhaps a note on the listing for tenants to BYO outdoor chairs. I would definetley stay again.
Back yard
Garden arbour
Family cars at Wonga.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden gem

Awesome visit - just what we needed. A charming house with great gardens to unwind and relax. Totally secluded but within walking distance to town centre and close to Showgrounds which was a great place to walk the dog! Thanks James for offering any assistance needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Old world charm

Great apportunity to immerse yourself in the hustory of Parkes. Extensive garden and spacious house. Care should be taken with uneven flooring for elderly or young. Great for large family gathering with outdoor eating and pool if weather appealing. House was clean and more then comfortable for our stay. Good communication with owner who was more than happy to provide details on how to make our stay more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Abba Festival long weekend

Had a wonderful stay. Enjoyed the strolls in the garden and the hidden treasures with each twist and turn of the paths. When rain threatened and fell on our first night we could still enjoy drinks and BBQ under the back deck and wide verandas. Owner and cleaner communications and help pre-visit were fabulous. Great to have basics like salt and pepper, garbage bags and olive oil in stock. (Missing were dishwasher tablets). If we return for the festival in a couple of years, we will very happily book Wonga again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Eclectic property

A gracious old family home resonating with personal touches, art, antiques and family treasures. The modern appliances including sound systems in every room made our stay entertaining and intriguing. If a quite read is your choice there is a full library for all ages and subjects Importantly beds and linen were of high quality and cleanliness of the home was without fault. The gardens were mature and filled with fresh fruit and glorious flowering plants with bees and dragonflies Our host was most accomodating for a change of stay due to floods in nearby areas. A five star experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
We recently stayed at this property and wanted to share some honest feedback, particularly as the host mentioned they are currently training a new cleaner.Unfortunately, we encountered several cleanliness issues upon arrival. The bathrooms were not clean, including the toilets, the kitchen sink area hadn’t been properly wiped down, and some of the bedding appeared unwashed. The pool was also not cleaned before our arrival—we had to purchase a pool scoop ourselves to make it usable.Another concern was that the cleaner entered the property on Saturday evening while we were out for dinner. We hadn’t been informed that anyone would be accessing the house during our stay, which was unexpected and felt like an invasion of privacy.I’ve contacted the host directly and also sent photos for reference, but I haven’t received a response yet. Hopefully, this feedback will be helpful as they continue to train the new cleaner and improve the overall experience.The property has a lot of potential, and with some attention to cleanliness and communication, it could be a great option for future guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise in parkes

I can't speak highly enough of everything about this property. With family out that way it's like our new home away from home
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Beautiful large old home with pool and rambling garden to explore
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

beautiful haven filled with lovely things

such a gorgeous house and garden. we loved our stay, it was very comfortable and the garden was just divine. More information about the property and its history as well a how to use guide would have been helpful. Also while the house sleeps 12 it is more suitable to families than a group of friends due to the layout of the rooms and bathrooms. That said it was perfect for the five of us and we thoroughly enjoyed it. James was very happy to answer questions and was very helpful, generous and lovely to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous Place

Beautiful place, right next to the showgrounds. Property manager was lovely to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous home

We had a fantastic time staying at this property. Our children are 11, 7 and 7 and spent all of the time that we were there in the garden exploring with our dogs while we relaxed by the inside heater.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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