Bear Cottage Eco Escape in the Hills of Riverlea

Only 20-minutes from Mudgee and designed with sustainability in mind, this quaint cottage boasts open plan living warmed by a fireplace, a spacious bedroom with an attached deck for dining al fresco, and a fire pit for cosy nights under the stars. Spend the week working remotely, soaking up sprawling views across Riverlea, or take it easy and explore the banks of Cudgegong river where you can swim, kayak and float down the river in complete privacy.
Enjoy the very best of Riverlea from this self-contained, two-storey cottage. On the ground floor you'll find a charming open plan living space with a kitchen and dining table—perfect for whipping up a quick bite to eat before working remotely. A sofa and fireplace encourage you to get cosy in the evenings, with a TV to kick back and relax.

Heading upstairs, the bedroom is furnished with a queen-sized bed along with a double, offering plenty of space for travelling friends or families. There is a lovely seating area to read your favourite book, which opens to the furnished balcony capturing impressive vistas over the rolling hills that surround you.

Guests can enjoy 50mbps internet speeds courtesy of Starlink, making working or gaming from this retreat an absolute breeze. Under awning parking is also available for two cars.

Planning something special? Enhance your stay with curated experiences and optional add-ons, including wine tours, private chefs, catering, in-home yoga, private transport, exclusive discounts with select local providers and more! Explore what’s available on our website, and let us know at the time of booking if you’d like us to help organise anything for your stay.
During your stay, you and your group will have the entire cottage to yourself. Please note, the home next door is also an Airbnb, but not will not have guests during your stay. Please make yourself at home!

The rural community of Riverlea lies 20 minutes from Mudgee’s town centre and offers travellers plenty of opportunity to immerse themselves in the countryside. You will drive approximately 8 minutes of dirt road before arriving at The Riverstone. This tranquil area is a great base for exploring the region’s notable wineries and gourmet delights. Drop into Mudgee's acclaimed cellar doors including the nearby Skimstone, Logan Wines and Robert Stein Vineyard, along with Three Tails Brewery in the heart of Mudgee.

Meander the colonial streetscapes filled with produce stores, cafes and boutiques. Nearby in the town of Rylstone you can dine on authentic yum cha at 29 Nine 99 and pub grub at Rylstone Hotel. While visiting the region, you can explore World Heritage-listed Wollemi National Park, home to scenic walking trails, canoeing and kayaking tours.

Due to local regulations, we can happily host you for up to 90 nights. Any bookings that exceed this duration will be cancelled by Vrbo.

We are pet-friendly - please add the number of pets you're travelling with and let us know about your furry friend at the time of booking. We’ll reach out to charge a standard pet fee of $50.

EV charging is strictly prohibited at this property due to circuit disruptions caused by such usage. If it is found that EV charging has taken place, a fee of $100 per day may be charged to cover associated costs and potential damages. Please contact us for EV charging locations in Mudgee.