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BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Nestled by the river, this Balinese-inspired converted church offers a serene escape with manicured gardens and a massive outdoor living space. Unwind in the media room or challenge friends to a game of pool, then retreat to one of three beautifully appointed bedrooms with hotel-quality sheets.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$1,232
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan

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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.

BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river

Gorgeous open living Balinese inspired converted church on the river.
* Manicured gardens
* Media room (with extra bed)
* Pool table
* Massive outdoor living space
* 2 loft bedrooms
* 1 private main bedroom with ensuite
* New bathroom
* New kitchen
* Beautifully ironed hotel quality sheets
* High speed wifi

Bedroom 1 - 1 queen bed in loft
Bedroom 2 - 1 queen bed in loft
Bedroom 3 - 1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed and private bathroom
Common spaces
1 queen bed, 2 single sofa beds

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 22 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50 extra per pet per stay !

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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 no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 2454, PID-STRA-1111

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Converted Church on the Bellinger River
Bellingen Converted Church on the River Fernmount
Bellingen Converted Church on the River Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Fernmount, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Old Butter Factory and Bellingen Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bellingen Golf Club and Raleigh Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider The Honey Place and Raleigh International Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fernmount via Bellingen, NSW

What's nearby

  • Old Butter Factory - 3 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lavenders Bridge Park - 4 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Bellingen Golf Club - 4 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Bellingen Park - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bellingen Community Markets - 5 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Urunga Station - 9 min drive
  • Nambucca Heads Station - 23 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anchors Wharf Cafe & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Butter Factory Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hyde - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ocean View Hotel - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river?

As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river on 23 Jan 2026 start from NZ$1,231.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river located?

This family-friendly Fernmount holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Old Butter Factory, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bellingen Park and Lavenders Bridge Park. Bellingen Golf Club and Bellingen Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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BELLINGEN CONVERTED CHURCH on the river Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ROSE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was perfect. The house is amazing and has more than one could want! The gardens and the river are stunning. Daniel and Jody are wonderful hosts and the canoeing was an absolute bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Short and sweet

Super Hosts, we were there for 3 nights and took in the best of the area, rapid canoe with our family of 7 was excellent, the rivers were pristine in the area, the F&B in the area was first rate and the accommodation suited the stay perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha B.

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

Magical.

Such a beautiful house & garden. Only wished we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend & will be back again! 🙌🌿
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine W.

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

Absolutely amazing !

Perfect setting for destination wedding. Host(s) Jody & Dan were wonderful, very friendly & helpful and the property is very special .. we have rebooked for next year to relive the experience and enjoy without the wedding hype !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeann D.

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

Group stay

Beautiful location, spacious quirky house, lovely garden, fantastic well equipped kitchen. Not for those with disabilities due to the stairs and two separate buildings. Entrance door is difficult to open and main bathroom shower hot water is only warm. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Beautiful property

The property is gorgeous and the hosts are very easy to deal with. Family friendly activities available on site and family attractions are within a short drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS E.

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

Great location for gatherings. Owners very pleasant amazing property with great history.

Property had enough space and break out areas for our group. Gardens were amazing house amazing beds comfy kitchen was equipped with everything you could need
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Fantastic property

Beautiful house on the river. So many places to relax on the balcony bythe river, amazing. Well equipped kitchen that was great to use. Well definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

The beautiful Bellinger

This house is a gem ! Beautiful location on the river with a nice lawn for cricket and frisbee! Kitchen fabulous and fully equipped, better than usual accommodation. Jody looked after us well. We were a family of ten and fit quite nicely. Loved the pool table : table tennis. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gorgeous spot, well equipped house with character. My favourite area was the outdoor lounge overlooking the garden and the river. It was great for two families. We did canoeing twice on the river outside the house. We canoed 90 mins down the river and were picked up at a designated spot. Another day were were dropped off at Bellingen and then canoed back to the house. It was a relaxing stay and lots to do in the area. Very welcoming and helpful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

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

Bellingen beauty

Wow great sprawling home with huge outdoor decks facing lawn ,river, pastures ,hills & cows Plenty of outdoor furniture & blankwts for our family of 8 adults & 4 children. Inside as well the kitcheh was huge with so much cutlrey, crockery, glasses sausepas & even a cold press machine to juice the oranges from the orchard. However I feel for the amount of monwy we paid & extra foe s hool holidays there could have been coffee pods or a proper coffee machine as we all have them & I have 4 baristas in the family. More teas please especially herbal The house is open which is great for entertaining as the huge dining table is next to kitchen & pool table area but the 2 bedrooms upstairs are open too...no doors which is a problem when you have babies & toddlers. The extrnsion with the media room & beds is great & downstairs the main bedroom & ensuite is great! For a big group or family the property is amazing as there are many games ,pool table kyak hire ,lawns & the firepit is amazing!! Bellingen & the national park are nearby. The host were very responsive &^ welcoming. The star was their dog
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul l.

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

What a magical spot

Great location for groups, well sorted kitchen, and a wonderful outdoor area. Host lives on site in a separate apartment, but you'd never know it, we really felt free to use the space as we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Tingan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Fabulous Setting

WOW! What a place - a truly unique and inspiring home with the most incredible outlook. As the owner lives onsite and runs a kayaking business from the same property we had issues around privacy, with a couple of kayakers walking into the downstairs bedroom asking whether that is where they should be changing their clothes! There is also a no-key policy for the back door of the property, which given the high rate of strangers walking through the backyard was a little disconcerting. If security and privacy weren't an issue we would book this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Sajeev S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Unique accommodation with some significant flaws

The accommodation had almost all the necessities for a holiday stay. The house lacked adequate ventilation and this caused problems when the weather was really hot. The house was often covered in cobwebs and creeping with insects of all sorts. The host was very welcoming and nice however this did not do justice to the expensive cost of the accommodation for the value we were provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

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

Perfect tranquility

This property provided a beautiful and serene setting for me and my friends. The kitchen was sensational and the spaces were well thought out. The owners were warm and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

I have travelled the world and have not found any property to be better appointed, or with a better view. If you enjoy a lovely ambience and spectacular outlook, this is the place for you. Wonderful to walk down the stairs, across the grass then down to the Bellinger River to swim or canoe.

10/10 Excellent

Karla W.

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

Perfect place to elope !!!

We had the most amazing stay. Jody & Daniel were fantastic hosts. They went above and beyond to make our stay incredible. We eloped and married in their beautiful grounds that the house/ converted church over looks and it was the most perfect location to elope to. Thank you so very much for allowing us to get married at your beautiful converted church xx
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020