Country House Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat
Turon Gates Rd, 2846 Capertee, Australia – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 116 reviews)
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We stayed in the river log cabin which was cute and cosy with a lovely fireplace. Being next to the river was soothing. There is also a fire out outside you can use for barbecues. The kitchen had nearly everything needed and we went for writing for an hour. The horses crossed the river and at the same time you were able to see the beautiful bushland as you were riding. Make sure you bring some slippers and food to cook
AustraliaThe drive there was very easy and once you enter Turon Gates, everywhere you turned to look was extremely picturesque and beautiful! The managers/staff were very friendly and welcoming and not too far from our glamping tent if we needed get in touch with them. They welcomed us when we arrived and saw us off when we checked out! We loved the cosy fireplace & campfire (firestarters, wood and newspapers provided). Camping chair provided was a plus too! The bath tub was a beautiful touch to the bathroom. There were enough powerpoints for us to plug in our chargers to charge our phones and cameras. The sunbaking chairs were surprisingly very comfy to lie down and relax in. There were plenty of warm blankets for the cold winter weather too on top of the heating from the A/C! The structure of the glamping tent was very well thought out overall. The complimentary wine and honey were so delicious, we definitely would have paid to bring some wine and honey back home!
AustraliaThe staff were amazing from the horse ringing to the glampimg tent it was the perfect weekend The manager let us check out qt 2.30pm free of charge that's crazy I don't know 1 place other then turon gates that does that I will be back 100000% and it will be soon We forgot a bag of things the manger has been ringing me and has even organised to drop it off at a petrol station on the highway so when I'm passing through I pick it up from there it couldn't be better Word can't describe how amazing it was I wish i was back there right now
AustraliaRiverside cabin was excellent more than we expected. Location was so peaceful listening to wild life and the river flowing . We stayed 2 nights and fortunate enough to see snow, fireplace was raging all night with plenty of firewood provided . Bedroom and bathroom were very clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and helpful in giving us tips and directions. We would definitely recommend Turon gates.
AustraliaBeautiful location full of wild life abd bush walks Have been here twice now the owners are so nice and friendly and super helpful the tent has a wood burner in it to keep the cold nights at bay and if your up eairly for a walk the owners dog trigger will escort you to some beautiful view points
AustraliaThe location is so peaceful and lovely, we stayed in River Cabin 1, it was private, had its own campfire and hammock and a large green space for my little to kick his soccer ball around. We enjoyed our mini canoe ride and loved the ponies and chooks.
AustraliaIt was so lovely to get off the grid and the place was perfectly setup to enjoy the outdoors with very thoughtful inclusions such as deck chairs and a deck umbrella, outdoor BBQ plus firepit with chairs. Inside, it had everything we needed to self cater - better than most Airbnbs. The bathroom was surprisingly lux with the gorgeous bathtub and a wardrobe and vanity for storage. Electric blankets and indoor fireplace kept us cosy - definitely needed our slippers but once we got the fire going, we were very comfortable. Waking up to horses, goats, geese and the river was a treat. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it!
AustraliaThe scenery is just amazing. The horses and animals are beautiful. The hospitality from the managers is warm and welcoming.
AustraliaBathroom facilities were fantastic The room was well equipped for self-catering i.e. BBQ, fridge, tables, chairs, cook top, pots, pans etc. The location was peaceful and relaxing and very beautiful - lots of wildlife nearby
AustraliaThe ease of arriving at the property. It was great not having to travel down to reception but to be able to just arrive at our cabin. The kitchen utensils and crockery were excellent.
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Spread out over 6000 acres and offering pet-friendly accommodations, Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat is a tranquil bush property located in the Blue Mountains. It is a 2.5 hour drive from Sydney.
The property offers guests a choice of private rustic log cabins, glamping tents located along 9.3 mi of clear streams and luxury cottages with mountain views. Each cottage features open-plan living areas, cozy fireplaces, eco-friendly solar powered, private outdoor BBQ and eating areas. Rooms include views of the mountain or river. Every cottage is fitted with at least one private bathroom. Superior rooms feature a spa bath.
Guests can enjoy the magazines, games and hammocks offered and are welcome to build a campfire outside their cottage.
You can engage in various activities, such as horse riding, canoeing, bushwalking and cycling. Bathurst is 30 mi from Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat, while Lithgow is 26 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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See what guests loved the most:
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Jessica
Australia“We stayed in the river log cabin which was cute and cosy with a lovely fireplace. Being next to the river was soothing. There is also a fire out outside you can use for barbecues. The kitchen had nearly everything needed and we went for writing for an hour. The horses crossed the river and at the same time you were able to see the beautiful bushland as you were riding. Make sure you bring some slippers and food to cook” Read more
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Belinda
Australia
“The drive there was very easy and once you enter Turon Gates, everywhere you turned to look was extremely picturesque and beautiful! The managers/staff were very friendly and welcoming and not too far from our glamping tent if we needed get in touch with them. They welcomed us when we arrived and saw us off when we checked out! We loved the cosy fireplace & campfire (firestarters, wood and newspapers provided). Camping chair provided was a plus too! The bath tub was a beautiful touch to the bathroom. There were enough powerpoints for us to plug in our chargers to charge our phones and cameras. The sunbaking chairs were surprisingly very comfy to lie down and relax in. There were plenty of warm blankets for the cold winter weather too on top of the heating from the A/C! The structure of the glamping tent was very well thought out overall. The complimentary wine and honey were so delicious, we definitely would have paid to bring some wine and honey back home!” Read more
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Damien
Australia
“The staff were amazing from the horse ringing to the glampimg tent it was the perfect weekend The manager let us check out qt 2.30pm free of charge that's crazy I don't know 1 place other then turon gates that does that I will be back 100000% and it will be soon We forgot a bag of things the manger has been ringing me and has even organised to drop it off at a petrol station on the highway so when I'm passing through I pick it up from there it couldn't be better Word can't describe how amazing it was I wish i was back there right now ” Read more
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Yilmaz
Australia
“Riverside cabin was excellent more than we expected. Location was so peaceful listening to wild life and the river flowing . We stayed 2 nights and fortunate enough to see snow, fireplace was raging all night with plenty of firewood provided . Bedroom and bathroom were very clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and helpful in giving us tips and directions. We would definitely recommend Turon gates.” Read more
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Daniel
Australia
“Beautiful location full of wild life abd bush walks Have been here twice now the owners are so nice and friendly and super helpful the tent has a wood burner in it to keep the cold nights at bay and if your up eairly for a walk the owners dog trigger will escort you to some beautiful view points ” Read more
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Amelia
Australia
“The location is so peaceful and lovely, we stayed in River Cabin 1, it was private, had its own campfire and hammock and a large green space for my little to kick his soccer ball around. We enjoyed our mini canoe ride and loved the ponies and chooks. ” Read more
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Jax
Australia
“It was so lovely to get off the grid and the place was perfectly setup to enjoy the outdoors with very thoughtful inclusions such as deck chairs and a deck umbrella, outdoor BBQ plus firepit with chairs. Inside, it had everything we needed to self cater - better than most Airbnbs. The bathroom was surprisingly lux with the gorgeous bathtub and a wardrobe and vanity for storage. Electric blankets and indoor fireplace kept us cosy - definitely needed our slippers but once we got the fire going, we were very comfortable. Waking up to horses, goats, geese and the river was a treat. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it! ” Read more
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Bassem
Australia
“The scenery is just amazing. The horses and animals are beautiful. The hospitality from the managers is warm and welcoming.”
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Eva
Australia
“Bathroom facilities were fantastic The room was well equipped for self-catering i.e. BBQ, fridge, tables, chairs, cook top, pots, pans etc. The location was peaceful and relaxing and very beautiful - lots of wildlife nearby”
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Kathy
Australia
“The ease of arriving at the property. It was great not having to travel down to reception but to be able to just arrive at our cabin. The kitchen utensils and crockery were excellent.”
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About Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat
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Spread out over 6000 acres, Turon Gates is an authentic bush hideaway, tranquil and unspoilt only 2.5 hours from Sydney where your pet is welcome. It is located in the Blue Mountains on the way to Mudgee. A unique Aussie holiday where you will see wild kangaroos bounding past your front door. . With well-built pet-friendly and private rustic log cabins and glamping tents situated along 15km of trout stream and cottages with sensational mountain views, Turon Gates is an idyllic escape in the Australian bush. All our accommodation is fully self-contained and self-catering. Turon Gates resort has been featured in a popular TV travel program as one of its 10 Favourite Destinations winners. Enjoy waking up to the sounds of the bush, the chatter of the birds and the animals that come to the river for a drink. Bird watchers and animal lovers enjoy the abounding wildlife - kangaroos, wombats, platypus, echidnas, possums and bush lizards are all part of the Turon experience! There is little mobile reception at Turon, offering a true break from busy city life. There is 12km of well-graded dirt road after the turnoff from the highway. See our website for more details.
Soren and Sonya first came to Turon Gates in 1972 on a camping trip. They fell in love with its natural beauty and, after 4 days, decided they would love to retire there some day. Their dream was to create a bush retreat close enough to get away for a few days but far enough to leave the hustle and bustle of the city far behind. Each cottage location was carefully selected to afford complete privacy and stunning outlooks over the rolling countryside or over the tranquil river. Sonya makes a mean cappuccino if you would like to drop in and Soren has many stories about the history of the area, the gold rush era and the historic Chinese walls throughout the property. But if you just feel like being alone, the nice thing about Turon Gates is that you never need to see anyone. It's totally up to you. And for the meantime there are not many places where you can get mobile reception at Turon - and that's just the way we like it.
The destination is the journey! These are a few ideas about things to do and see on the way between Turon and Sydney - there is much much more to do though... Between Sydney and Lithgow via Katoomba: Leura has beautiful cafes and there is an awesome lolly shop with wall to wall sweets and treats. Jenolan Caves are fascinating. The Hydromajestic is an historic hotel recently renovated and has spectacular views over the Megalong Valley Between Sydney and Lithgow via Bilpin: In and around Bilpin fruit growers allow you to pick your own fruit fresh off the tree. If you don't have time, there are little stalls that pepper the road where you can pick up freshly picked fruit and home made treats. Grass Karting is fun at Kurrajong Heights Grass Karts. From Lithgow to Capertee The Tin Shed at Lithgow has excellent wood fired pizza and great coffee. Stop at the lookout over the widest canyon in the world - the Capertee Valley If you like golf, Rylestone has one of the most charming golf courses in NSW.
Languages spoken: Arabic, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian
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River Turon River0.6 miles
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Bathurst Airport26.5 miles
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Orange Airport51.5 miles
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Amenities of Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Garden
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Refrigerator
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Walking tours
- Water sports facilities (on site)
- Horseback riding Additional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Canoeing Additional charge
- Massage Additional charge
- Fishing
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Fireplace
- Sitting area
- Desk
Food & Drink
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
Internet
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No internet access available.
Parking
- Accessible parking
- Street parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Books, DVDs & music for kids
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
General
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
- Arabic
- Danish
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
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RetrySustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Option to reuse towels
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
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Crib by request
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AUD 8 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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AUD 60 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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AUD 60 per person, per night |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Please note Turon Gates is environmentally friendly and use only gas and solar energy.
Once you turn off the highway, there is 7.5 mi of regularly graded unsealed dirt road. The road is graded for 2WD use.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Please inform Turon Gates - Eco-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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
The New South Wales Government has issued a mandatory code of conduct outlining the rights and obligations of people either hosting or renting accommodations on a short-term basis, including a complaints process.
FAQs about Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat
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The prices at Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.
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Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat is 1.1 miles from the center of Capertee.
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Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Water sports facilities (on site)
- Walking tours
- Horseback riding
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat by:
- Car 2h 30min
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Turon Gates - Eco-Retreat (subject to availability):
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Parking
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Free parking
