Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River

404 Barrington East Road, Barrington, NSW, 2422 Barrington, Australia – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>22</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
22 reviews

Well equipped cottage in a great location. Rustic and charming but very comfortable.

David Australia
a wooden table and chairs on a deck with a grill at Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River in Barrington
a living room with two chairs and a television at Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River in Barrington
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Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River

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  • Entire home
  • 2153 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Providing a terrace and mountain views, the spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep warm by the fireplace on colder days. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio. Guests at Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Taree Airport, 59 miles from the vacation home.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
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  • David
    Australia Australia
    “Well equipped cottage in a great location. Rustic and charming but very comfortable.”
  • Gae
    Australia Australia
    “loved the setting plus the furnishings were beautiful. Everything was thought of to make a truely great stay.”
  • Michelle
    Australia Australia
    “The property was in a great location, easy to access and every little detail was taken care of . Even the fireplace had been prepared for us to easily light on arrival. Facilities were great and everything was organised to make it a very...”

Host Info

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Host Review Score
Host Review Score
The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River is a historic, renovated, weatherboard farm Cottage and, yes, there was an old Schoolmaster who retired here. A slice of history and the ideal escape for couples, families or a group of friends. A large outside covered verandah with teak outdoor dining setting is the perfect place to immerse in a book or sit back, relax, enjoy friends and take in the surroundings over a cuppa, beer or glass of wine. The Cottage enjoys a gorgeous outlook over working river flats and the Bucketts Mountain Range. Renovated and decorated throughout with all rooms featuring contemporary furniture - the house boasts (almost) every modern facility and appliance, including reverse cycle air-conditioning in the main living area and a slow combustion fire. 3 bedrooms (2 queen beds and 2 single beds). Ceiling fans in bedrooms. 2 bathrooms - one full bathroom with bath, shower recess and toilet and the second is a separate toilet The kitchen is fully equipped with a Miele oven, large fridge, microwave, Miele dishwasher and cooktop. With a gas BBQ on the verandah your cooking needs are well and truly covered.
Welcome to our rural escape - a traditional 1880's weatherboard Cottage in the Barrington River Valley, NSW. Framed by stunning working farmland that spans from the banks of the Barrington River to productive working river flats and up to the famous "Gloucester Bucketts. You will relax on arrival - we do.
Our Cottage is in Barrington New South Wales which is a comfortable 3 hours drive north of Sydney and under 1.5 hours drive from Newcastle,. The Old Schoolmaster's Cottage is the perfect location for those seeking tranquility and relaxation. The Cottage is also ideally located for those who wish to explore the World Heritage listed Barrington Tops and Gloucester Tops to marvel at the extreme natural beauty of the area. Canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, horse-riding and golf are all nearby. Fifteen minutes in a car takes you to the historic Gloucester town center, with cafes, supermarkets, museums and parks as well as extremely friendly locals.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Electric blankets
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

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

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 10:30 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.

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

1 crib available on request.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Old Schoolmaster&#39;s Cottage on the Barrington River accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is limited mobile phone access at the Cottage, however free WiFi, a telephone for local calls and satellite TV are available.

Please inform Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River 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.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

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

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

FAQs about Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River

  • Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

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

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River on this page.

  • Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River can accommodate this group size:

    • 6 guests

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

  • Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing

  • Yes, Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River is 2.5 miles from the center of Barrington. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Old Schoolmaster's Cottage on the Barrington River on this page.