Entire home

Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.

3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library

Nestled in the heart of Hunter Valley, Old Duninald offers a luxurious escape with three spacious living areas and verandas perfect for relaxation. Enjoy a continental breakfast, wine and cheese on arrival, explore 25 acres of woodland tracks and unwind by the billabong in the summer house.

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6250 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.

The house is a perfect get away from the city on an historic farm, yet only a couple of hours from Sydney or an hour from Newcastle.
Also perfect in proximity for Tocal & Wallalong wedding venues.

We have loved hosting overseas visitors who have explored the Hunter wineries on day 1 and Port Stephens on day 2..we are half way between the 2 locations.

Reputedly the oldest house in the Hunter Valley established in 1822 and refreshed for a luxury experience.

Old Duninald is a luxurious cottage nestled in the Hunter Valley, near Paterson featuring 3 bedrooms with 3 living spaces, a lounge dining room, and a sunroom with spacious verandas. Your group will have space to come together or spread out.

There is a welcome pack with items for a continental breakfast, including home grown honey. There is wine & cheese & biscuits for you to enjoy when you check in.

Old Duninald features a large modern kitchen and two newly renovated bathrooms.

The house is set in 25 acres of woodland that you are able to wander in. There are tracks through the wood and around the billabong. There is a summer house by the billabong to sit & relax in.

The house is a perfect location if you are:
- attending a wedding in the Paterson area
- want a base for further exploring our beautiful valley :Morpeth, Maitland, Dungog, Lostock
- attending a course at Tocal college
- wanting a perfect get away just want to relax on the spacious verandas, take a walk in the wood

We are finding our guests are using this as a perfect place to explore the Lower Hunter Valley. As well as the destinations within a 20 minutes radius: Maitland, Morpeth & Dungog....in an hours radius are Newcastle, the Hunter valley vineyards & Port Stephens.

Whilst we have specified no children, this is really a safety issue for your children as there are safety issues with a billabong close to the house and electric fences on the property. Babies & children over 7 are welcome as they will be too young to wander off or old enough to understand the issues.

Sustainability issues:
The house is electrified during the day by solar panels.
There is a power point in the garage for you to recharge your electric vehicle, if necessary.
The water is collected from the roof & is totally suitable for drinking.
Rubbish is sorted into general waste & recycling. There is also a compost bin, that will feed the chooks if you put our green waste in the bin.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Free self parking on site
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Free breakfast available
Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove

Entertainment

Books
Games
Music library
Smart TV
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a rural location

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Winery tours nearby

Safety features

No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Composting
Comprehensive recycling policy
Electric car charging station
Garden
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Solar energy
Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive key retrieval information

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Turn off the air conditioner & close the doors.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Be aware of dangers for small children - billabong and electric fences. This is for our guests (you) & your guests.

Please ask children to respect the house. We want it beautiful for you and the next guests.

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Babies and children over 7 are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25

This property uses solar energy

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property Registration Number 2421, PID-STRA-5400

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

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About the area

Paterson, NSW

What's nearby

Tocal Homestead - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 20 min drive - 18.0 km
Maitland Showground - 25 min drive - 22.2 km
University of Newcastle - 46 min drive - 48.2 km
Hunter Valley Gardens - 55 min drive - 54.7 km

Getting around

Paterson Station - 2 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bushrangers Bar & Brasserie - ‬14 min drive
‪Paterson Tavern & Bistro - ‬2 min drive
‪Paterson Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive
‪Paterson Service Station & Cafe - ‬2 min drive
‪The Flying Duck Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up. located?

This family-friendly Paterson holiday home is located in a rural location, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Tocal Homestead, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Maitland Showground and Walka Water Works. Maitland Regional Art Gallery and Maitland Gaol are also within 12 miles (20 km). Paterson Station is 22 minutes by foot.