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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Stockmans Cottage - historic rural property (via Glen Innes)
In the heart of New England, Waterloo Cottage offers a serene rural escape. Overlooking the picturesque Waterloo range and quaint Matheson Church, this charming cottage invites you to unwind with tennis, swimming in Wellingrove Creek, or exploring local events and cafes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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About this property

Stockmans Cottage - historic rural property

  • A peaceful country escape on a historic New England cattle and sheep station.
    Wake to wide rural views, fresh country air and the quiet beauty of life at Waterloo Station.

    The Stockman's Cottage sits within the tranquil surrounds of Waterloo Station, a historic pastoral property in the New England region of northern New South Wales. Fully self-contained and thoughtfully appointed, the cottage offers a warm and inviting place to unwind, reconnect and enjoy the rhythm of country life.

    Overlooking the picturesque Waterloo Range and the quaint Matheson Church, the cottage provides a beautiful setting in every season. Wander the property, play tennis in the homestead grounds, or enjoy swimming and fishing in nearby Wellingrove Creek running throughout the property. The surrounding region also offers charming cafés, galleries, heritage towns and seasonal local events.
    Inside, the cottage blends country comfort with old-world charm. Share meals around the farmhouse table, enjoy a BBQ on the veranda, or relax in the cosy lounge beside the slow combustion wood fire. An eclectic collection of country finds creates a welcoming space for gathering with family and friends.

    Wi-Fi is available for guests, and the Smart TV offers access to Stan, Netflix and Prime.

    During the cooler months, guests may enjoy the wood fire for added warmth and ambience. Firewood is available for an additional heating fee. If you would like firewood supplied for your stay, please ensure the heating fee is selected when booking (this listing uses the heating category to cover the cost of wood supply).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited smartphone data usage
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Fishing 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
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 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 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
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

About the area

Located in Matheson, this cottage is next to a golf course. Glen Innes & District Historical Society and Australian Standing Stones are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Beardy Waters Bicentennial Woodlands and Kings Plains National Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like winery tours. Visit our Matheson travel guide
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via Glen Innes, NSW

Getting around

  • Glen Innes Station
    15 min drive
  • Inverell, NSW (IVR)
    30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stockmans Cottage - historic rural property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Stockmans Cottage - historic rural property?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stockmans Cottage - historic rural property?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stockmans Cottage - historic rural property?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stockmans Cottage - historic rural property located?

Set in Matheson, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Glen Innes & District Historical Society, Anzac Park and Land of the Beardies History House. Glen Innes Town Hall is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

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Stockmans Cottage - historic rural property Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linford K.

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

Fishing and fossicking trip

Beautiful scenery and A great location for fishing and fossicking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Davina H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Awesome spot. Great for families and those with a pet. Relaxing with beautiful outlook. The only thing that greatly lets it down is the bathroom is really needing an upgrade. With the cost of the stay we were expecting better bathroom conditions.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim d.

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

Fabulous farm stay

Thank you to Deb for a wonderful stay at Stockmans Cottage. The history of the property was so fascinating and we loved staying on a working farm. Highlights were the fishing, picnicking down by the river, farm animals for the kids, and evening BBQs under the starry skies. We hope to return again one day - thank you for sharing this magical place with us.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara T.

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

Great holiday

We stayed three days. So much fun. It was the best stay for us as a family. Dogs also loved it. So many highlights including the walks and playing tennis.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

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

Weekend away with the family

Awesome weekend enjoying the serenity of the station. We fished, fossicked and relaxed by the creeks. Feed the ducks and chickens and generally chilled out. Great weekend. Will be back.Rob and family
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

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

Literally perfect

Couldn't have been better. Magical location with amazing views, idyllic sunrises and sunsets, beautiful animals, a beautiful river. We saw amazing things, caught some amazing cod (bucket list Murray Cod!), found sapphires (blue and green) and visited some amazing local places.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property, beautiful views, gorgeous accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Biljana D.

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

Country heaven

Loved the history and originality of the Waterloo Stockmans Cottage together with the near by country town of Glen Innes Loved the surrounding and ability to enjoy the land with a dog . The Shearing Shed and seeing a platypus in the creek WOW !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip R.

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

Wonderful property to relax and enjoy.

We arrived to a beautiful homestead and property and checked into the Stockmans Cottage which was just amazing. Fantastic outloook, character and charm and wonderful space for the dogs to run and play , without having to worry about them. We took time to explore the station, shearing shed and platypus creek, and just adored it all. Never enough time. There are some wonderful places in Australia to see and enjoy, but we wanted to say thank you for allowing us to enjoy your special piece of paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Country Comfort

Olde school charm, warm and comfortable. Pet friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PHIL G.

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

Excellent farm stay in New England region

Our group (2 couples) stayed at Stockmans Cottage for 3 nights in early November 2021. Don the owner, was a very friendly chap who checked in to make sure we were happy and set up, gave us a tour of the main house and some great tips on where to watch platypus (didn’t see any unfortunately) and local information. We used the house as a base to explore Bald Rock, Boonoo Boonoo and the area, rather than staying in town. Lovely to sit on the verandah watching the sheep, or in front of the fire. Well set up for self-catering re: kitchen. Some nice touches, e.g. fire set up, plenty of wood, basic supplies in fridge (eggs, milk, muffins). Would definitely recommend - and would recommend the shearer’s quarters for bigger groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Great place to stay

The owner is fantastic and great to learn more about the property
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine e.

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

Stockmans cottage long weekend stay

We had a beautiful weekend near glen Innes, staying in this lovely cottage, fireplace, electric blankets and dual air heating. Quaint cottage, peaceful setting and our host deborah was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this as a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey C.

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

A touch of Luxury and History

This is our second stay at the Waterloo property. With the various accommodation options, (all with those little luxury touches), there is something for anyone who enjoys getting away from the hustle and bustle. The homestead has all the old world charm, and is a sight to behold, with the renovations continuing on a luxurious scale. Both the schoolhouse, the Stockman's Cottage, and the shearer's lodgings are very comfortable and have all the amenities and little touches for a very welcoming stay. We are looking forward to returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Charmaine T.

Peace and quiet in the country

My family and I had a lovely stay at the Stockmans cottage. We enjoyed cool nights by a warm fire and felt like we'd stepped back to a simpler time but with all the comforts of home. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian M.

Just what we needed

We stayed at the Stockmans Cottage over Easter 2019. We had a simply lovely four days - enjoying the beautiful countryside & fossicking for sapphires were highlights. The property was really comfortable with some lovely touches from Deborah. It was exactly what we needed to relax and recharge.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Great little cottage with wonderful country surrounds!

Fantastic little cottage with country adventures to be had. Thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

We loved it!!

This house had such warmth and character and our 4 kids just loved the freedom of the property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan F.

Bliss

Peaceful and relaxing property where you could wander anywhere, and there were plenty of spots to have a picnic or just laze around. Our dog also loved the open fields where she could explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise F.

Waterloo Station Cottage

Two of us and our dog just spent three nights at the cottage and found it so comfortable and warm with everything needed (and then some) for a winter break. The cattle and sheep seem to be surviving the current drought, and the pretty creek is still running and gurgling. Deborah responded promptly and helpfully to enquiries, and we loved our walks around the historic buildings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Country Retreat

So very peaceful. We stayed in the stockmans cottage which was a fully equipped home away from home. It has a beautiful outlook through the gums, across the paddock to the hills. You are free to take walks around this gorgeous historic property, or just sit on the cottage verandah and soak up the atmosphere. Our hosts were so friendly and welcoming and directed us to the points of interest on the property. Deb even encouraged us to raid her luscious vegie garden! This offer was too good to resist.