• Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
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The Chichester Retreat offers air-conditioned accommodations in Bandon Grove. There's a private entrance at the vacation home for the convenience of those who stay. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the vacation home's outdoor fireplace, or simply kick back and relax. The vacation home provides guests with a balcony, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster, and fridge are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the vacation home, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at The Chichester Retreat will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bandon Grove, like hiking. In addition to a year-round outdoor pool, the accommodation also provides a children's playground. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 52 miles from The Chichester Retreat.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.6
High score for Bandon Grove
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  • James
    Australia Australia
    Great location away from it all. Quiet and peaceful. Wildlife literally at your doorstep.
  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    The location was prefect for our oversea visitors, peaceful, scenic and they loved the wildlife and the night sky. The accommodation is excellent, we all thoroughly enjoyed stay. Lovely owner who is very helpful.
  • Esma
    Australia Australia
    Me and my friend were very happy with the accomodation and the hospitality we received. We had a wedding to attend and needed to stay somewhere near. The owners kept sending me updates on how to best find the property (we are not local) which we...

Managed by The Chichester Retreat

Company review score: 9.5Based on 98 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The Chichester cabins were built in 1998 and family owned and operated since 1998. The cabins have recently been refurbished and renovated.

Property info

The Chichester Retreat is the perfect escape to the foothills of the Barrington Tops National Park. The two bedroom self-contained cabins offer a luxury stay for couples, families or friends. The cabins are each equipped with two queen bedrooms, log fireplaces, television, double spa bath, air-conditioning, outdoor fire pit and kitchen. All bed linen and towels are supplied. The Chichester Retreat is within the Barrington Wilderness Estate which allows our guests access to a stunning 180 acres of property to explore. The estate offers a communal salt-water swimming pool, BBQ facilities, tennis court and an abundance of native Australian animals that can be viewed from the balcony. You will find us only a 20 minute drive from Dungog and the Hunter Valley wineries only an hour away. For those making a longer trip we are located 2.5 hours from Sydney and 1.5 hour from Port Stephens.

Neighborhood info

Attractions at our doorstep include the Chichester Dam, the Jerusalem Creek trail (Barrington Tops National Park) and the historical town of Dungog. We also recommend out guests explore the Blue Gums Loop within the Barrington Tops National Park

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Chichester Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Spa tub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Tennis court
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Playground
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Chichester Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 350 is required on arrival. That's about USD 229. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Chichester Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

A damage deposit of AUD 350 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about The Chichester Retreat

  • The Chichester Retreat can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at The Chichester Retreat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Chichester Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Tennis court
    • Swimming pool

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Chichester Retreat on this page.

  • The Chichester Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Chichester Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Chichester Retreat is 3.7 miles from the center of Bandon Grove. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Chichester Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.