Perched on top of a bluff above the Gilbert River, the retreat is built from local stone and timber and hosts a pillow-topped king bed and luxurious bathtub with uninterrupted panoramic views.  Step into this unique piece of Gilberton, and enjoy a welcome platter and bottle of champagne on arrival.  Appreciate the luxurious robes, waffle slippers, bathroom products and little treats scattered throughout.  The retreat is designed to captivate the beauty of this rugged landscape and is the perfect place to immerse yourself in harmony with nature’s beauty in understated luxury.

The retreat has a fully self-contained kitchen, where you can enjoy your breakfast hamper, tea, coffee and snacks at any time of the day.

There are no phones, television or internet available allowing you to truly escape, relax and digital detox.

There is plenty to see and do at Gilberton if your heart so desires. A stay at Gilberton is inclusive of all meals and alcoholic beverages as well as tours and experiences.  Your package is designed around what you like and are interested in.

Gilberton Outback Retreat

Our 2 premium Bowers are our newest addition and are set at the back of the ridge with the covered decks facing north. They are for a couple only. The bedroom has a King size bed with your own dressing gown and slippers. In the spacious bathroom, you have a double spa bath, double shower, vanity, and WC, as with all our Bowers you have the blue tooth piped music. For the cooler winter months, the under-floor heating in the bathroom is warm and inviting. The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, cooktop, dishwasher, and all you need to cook up a delicious meal. Or on those beautiful days, you can sit outside under the partly covered deck and fire up the Webber BBQ while enjoying a beer or bubbles. Each Bower has a 4-seater dining table and chairs inside and a 2-seater setup with sun lounges outside on the sun-drenched deck. On those cooler nights sit back and enjoy the fireplace while watching your favorite movie on Netflix or better still just sit back and reconnect with each other.

The Premium Spa Bower is also fully self-contained with a fully equipped modern kitchen/laundry & bathroom including a double spa/jacuzzi, [with underfloor heating & with piped music to the bathroom] a double shower recess, flat-screen smart TV, Free NBN WiFi, Reverse Cycle Air conditioning and a large covered private BBQ deck.

The Bower at Broulee

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The Daisy Cottage is another large and fully self-contained cottage with 2 separate Queen size bedrooms with 2 bathrooms included. The cottage has a large living area (we can also make arrangements for additional beds if required), a large kitchen/dining area, separate laundry/toilet and a huge verandah overlooking the rolling hills and a farm paddock.

Buckland Estate

For up to 8 guests, pets & children.

These 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottages have panoramic mountain views, wide covered and secure balconies and are very private. Kangaroos do come to visit.

There are 2 main bedrooms with queen size beds and a third bedroom with 2 single beds and there are 2 day beds in the main lounge/dining area. While all cottages have the same bedroom and floor layout, each one is furnished in different colours.

We are self-catering so bring your food and drinks and a beach towel with you if you like the idea of swimming in the river. There is a Nespresso coffee machine for yummy capuccinos.

This cottage is pet friendly. Please bring bedding and feeding bowls, do look after droppings and please no pets up on the beds or chairs. We have 5 paw pet accreditation! 

Turon Gates is environmentally friendly and we use only gas and solar energy. For your complete rest and relaxation there is no wifi in the cottage. There is a landline telephone where you can receive calls and make local phone calls.

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Turon Gates

A heritage listed freestanding stone cottage that was built in 1853. It has been fully renovated and is a completely self-contained accommodation with a queen bed in the main area along with a king size single sofa in the sitting area. The cottage also has a small fully equipped kitchen, a spa bath, along with a spacious verandah area to relax and enjoy the scenic view of nature. The panoramic view is a perfect peek into the Australian countryside with trees, paddocks and lake along with abundant birdlife.

For up to 8 guests, pets & children.

This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage is nestled in the valley overlooking the river. It's very private with a wide covered and secure balcony. Wildlife surrounds with wombats living nearby and kangaroos coming to drink at the river. Waking up to the myriads of sounds of Australian birds and wildlife is very special indeed.

There are 2 main bedrooms with queen size beds and a third bedroom with 2 single beds and there are 2 smaller day beds suitable for children in the main lounge/dining area.

We are self-catering so bring your food and drinks and a beach towel with you if you like the idea of swimming in the river. There is a Nespresso coffee machine for yummy capuccinos.

This cottage is pet friendly. Please bring bedding and feeding bowls, do look after droppings and please no pets up on the beds or chairs.

Turon Gates is environmentally friendly and we use only gas and solar energy. For your complete rest and relaxation there is no wifi in the cottage. There is a landline telephone where you can receive calls and make local phone calls.

For up to 8 guests, pets & children.

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage with wide covered and secure balcony is very private, with kangaroos bounding by. 2 full sized bathrooms. Free to air TV available.

There is a large open plan kitchen and dining area with a log fire and an extended covered veranda with a gas BBQ. Outside there is a campfire area with camp chairs next to the cottage.

There are 3 main bedrooms with views, 2 with queen beds and 1 with two single beds which could be pushed together to make a king bed. The 4th bedroom also has 2 single beds which can be pushed together to make a king bed. This cottage is excellent for 4 couples who would like a weekend away together.

We are self-catering so bring your food and drinks and a beach towel with you if you like the idea of swimming in the river. There is a Nespresso coffee machine for yummy capuccinos.

This cottage is pet friendly. Please bring bedding and feeding bowls, do look after droppings and please no pets up on the beds or chairs.

Turon Gates is environmentally friendly and we use only gas and solar energy. For your complete rest and relaxation, there is no wifi in the mountain cottage. There is a landline telephone where you can receive calls and make local phone calls.

Arkaba’s true luxury comes in sharing 60,000 acres of private wildlife conservancy with just ten guests, taking the definition of exclusivity to a new level in Australia. Nestled amongst the ancient landscape of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges, Arkaba is a genuine blend of conservation and tourism, where the proceeds from guest experiences are passionately channeled back into conservation – the results are very visible in extraordinary populations of kangaroos, birdlife, reptiles and other species on the property. Recognised as one of the most beautiful outback properties in Australia, Arkaba’s five room 1850s homestead provides you with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the story of the bush - its ancient geology, diverse wildlife and the chance to get ‘hands on’ with the conservation programs on the property.

Your Wild Bush Luxury experience includes Homestead Guestroom accommodation, all meals and beverages and twice daily wilderness safaris with our team of expert field guides. Your afternoon experience is usually capped off with a sundowner drink on top of the ranges with the scale and grandeur of outback Australia laid out for miles around.

Arkaba Homestead is an oasis of comfort and style amidst a harsh and rugged landscape.
In true Wild Bush Luxury style, the Arkaba Homestead pays homage to its rich pastoral and exploration heritage in a manner that is both rustically chic and utterly exclusive. 

Your hosts ensure a friendly and personal level of service that is typically ‘down to earth’ but does not lose sight of the attention to the small details that are so important in delivering an outstanding outback experience. 

The original layout of 1850s’ homestead has been retained, delightfully making all of the five guestrooms unique. Each has its own character and all have ensuite bathrooms and open out onto a shaded verandah with individual views of the surrounding ranges. Four are located in the homestead, while the Coachman’s Cottage in the corner of the garden provides a fifth guestroom and is ideal for honeymooners.

The rooms are air conditioned / heated and the mix of king and twin beds have premium mattresses, organic cotton sheets and a choice of pillows to ensure a great night’s sleep.

A comfortable library with deep leather armchairs and a large stone fireplace provides seclusion for enjoying a quiet drink and a good book, while dinner is hosted on the terrace overlooking the ranges. In the heat of summer, the swimming pool overlooking the Arkaba Creek is a welcome retreat after a morning or day spent exploring the bush.

FACILITIES
- King or twin share accommodation
- Ensuite
- Daily room service
- Ceiling fan / Heating / Air-conditioning
- Pool
- Verandah
- Views
- Gift shop

Arkaba Conservancy

For 2 to 6 guests. Pet & family friendly.

This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage has a wide covered and secure balcony and looks over a spawning creek for trout that feeds the main Turon Gates stream. It is situated on a point on the river and is very private.

A little note for young ones - hours of enjoyment can be had down by the stream - look for tadpoles, frogs and wombat visits.

There are two main bedrooms with views and queen size beds. 2 main bathrooms and 2 single day beds in the main lounge/dining area. 

We are self-catering so bring your food and drinks and a beach towel with you if you like the idea of swimming in the river. There is a Nespresso coffee machine for yummy capuccinos.

This cottage is pet friendly. Please bring bedding and feeding bowls, do look after droppings and please no pets up on the beds or chairs.

Turon Gates is environmentally friendly and we use only gas and solar energy. There is no wifi in the cottage for your complete rest and relaxation. There is a landline telephone where you can receive calls and make local phone calls.

The Ultimate Bowers are designed for 1 couple. The bedroom has a King size bed with your own dressing gown and slippers. In the spacious bathroom you have a double spa bath, single shower and vanity with blue tooth piped music, and a separate WC. For the cooler winter months, the under-floor heating in the bathroom is warm and inviting. Also available for your convenience is a washing machine and dryer. The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, cooktop, dishwasher, and all you need to cook up a delicious meal. Or on those beautiful days, you can sit outside and fire up the Webber BBQ while enjoying a beer or bubbles. Each Bower has a 4-seater dining table and chairs inside and a 2-seater setup with sun lounges outside on the sun-drenched deck. On those cooler nights sit back and enjoy the fireplace while watching your favorite movie on Netflix or better still just sit back and reconnect with each other.

The Ultimate Spa Bower [aka the Satin or Private Spa Bower] is also fully self-contained. This luxury accommodation also includes a fully equipped modern kitchen/laundry & bathroom including a double spa/jacuzzi, [with underfloor heating & piped music to the bathroom] a single shower recess, woodfire place, with a starter supply of logs, flat-screen smart TV, Free NBN WiFi, Reverse Cycle Air conditioning and a large sunny BBQ deck. Sip champagne in the spa, looking out into your own private forest. Relax in the spa at night with outdoor lighting to highlight the surrounding wildlife.

For up to 8 guests, pets & children.

3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage with panoramic mountain views, wide covered and secure balcony is very private with kangaroos bounding by. 2 full sized bathrooms, 1 with a large bathspa with view. Bring the bubble bath and champagne! Free to air TV available.

There are 2 main bedrooms with queen beds and a third bedroom with twin beds + trundle bed and an extra day bed in the main lounge/dining area. 

We are self-catering so bring your food and drinks and a beach towel with you if you like the idea of swimming in the river. There is a Nespresso coffee machine for yummy capuccinos.

This cottage is pet friendly. Please bring bedding and feeding bowls, do look after droppings and please no pets up on the beds or chairs. We have 5 paw pet accreditation!

Turon Gates is environmentally friendly and we use only gas and solar energy. For your complete rest and relaxation, there is no wifi in the mountain cottage. There is a landline telephone where you can receive calls and make local phone calls.

The cottage has pine raked ceilings, slate floor and comprises 2 queen size bedrooms, a separate bunk room with four single bunk beds complete with all bedding requirements. 

It has 1 bathroom with the toilet, a shower and a spa bath to relax in. The dining room has a beautiful jarrah table and chairs, the lounge room has a sofa where you can snuggle up in front of the wood burning fire and enjoy the ambience of flickering flames during a cosy winter escape. 

There is a small library of books and DVD’s, a Satellite TV and WIFI. The kitchen is fully equipped with crockery, cutlery, tea / coffee making facilities, four burner gas cooktop, electric oven, microwave and fridge. There is a gas barbecue on the verandah and a Portacot and high chair are available at no charge if pre-booked. 

All you need to bring is your own food and refreshments.  

Chestnut Brae Farmstay

{b}The Space{/b}
Sidney’s Retreat has two large queen size bedrooms and is perfect for two couples or a family. We can also supply a single roll away, double futon style lounge bed and can comfortably sleep 6.

To make your stay more enjoyable we provide electric blankets and 100% cotton quality bed linen, comfortable mattresses and coffee and tea making facilities. There is a deep claw foot bath in the bathroom for total relaxation. A slow combustion stove in the lounge for toasty winters evening. Additional electric and gas heating is provided in the bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom.

Relax in a well equipped country kitchen with all you need to completely self cater and a balcony with stunning views to enjoy the gas bbq and outdoor setting.

Free Wi-fi, games, books, digital radio and music player, Bluray player and selection of dvds are all supplied.

{b}Guest Access{/b}
24 hour access via a keypad on the front door that will be emailed to you a few days prior to your arrival.

{b}Interaction{/b}
No host interaction as there is keyless entry. Our cleaner is close by if there are any issues.

{b}Getting Around{/b}
There is a train station at Katoomba only a 5 min walk from the house down lurline st. There are buses in Katoomba st, Lurline st and surrounding suburbs in easy walking distance from the cottage. 
There is parking on Lurline and Leichhart Streets, though not directly outside the house.  
Sydney is a 1 1/2 hour drive.

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