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Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library
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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62691 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Paterson, NSW
  • Tocal Homestead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Maitland Showground
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Paterson

In Paterson .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Tocal Homestead and 9 miles (15 km) of Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue with a stay here. Maitland Regional Art Gallery and Maitland Gaol are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tocal Homestead - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 20 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Maitland Showground - 25 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • University of Newcastle - 46 min drive - 30.0 miles
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 57 min drive - 36.9 miles

Getting around

  • Paterson Station - 2 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bushrangers Bar & Brasserie - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Paterson Tavern & Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Paterson Country Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Paterson Service Station & Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Flying Duck Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.

The house is a perfect get away from the city on an historic farm, yet only a couple of hours from Sydney or an hour from Newcastle.
Also perfect in proximity for Tocal & Wallalong wedding venues.

We have loved hosting overseas visitors who have explored the Hunter wineries on day 1 and Port Stephens on day 2..we are half way between the 2 locations.

Reputedly the oldest house in the Hunter Valley established in 1822 and refreshed for a luxury experience.

Old Duninald is a luxurious cottage nestled in the Hunter Valley, near Paterson featuring 3 bedrooms with 3 living spaces, a lounge dining room, and a sunroom with spacious verandas. Your group will have space to come together or spread out.

There is a welcome pack with items for a continental breakfast, including home grown honey. There is wine & cheese & biscuits for you to enjoy when you check in.

Old Duninald features a large modern kitchen and two newly renovated bathrooms.

The house is set in 25 acres of woodland that you are able to wander in. There are tracks through the wood and around the billabong. There is a summer house by the billabong to sit & relax in.

The house is a perfect location if you are:
- attending a wedding in the Paterson area
- want a base for further exploring our beautiful valley :Morpeth, Maitland, Dungog, Lostock
- attending a course at Tocal college
- wanting a perfect get away just want to relax on the spacious verandas, take a walk in the wood

We are finding our guests are using this as a perfect place to explore the Lower Hunter Valley. As well as the destinations within a 20 minutes radius: Maitland, Morpeth & Dungog....in an hours radius are Newcastle, the Hunter valley vineyards & Port Stephens.

Whilst we have specified no children, this is really a safety issue for your children as there are safety issues with a billabong close to the house and electric fences on the property. Babies & children over 7 are welcome as they will be too young to wander off or old enough to understand the issues.

Sustainability issues:
The house is electrified during the day by solar panels.
There is a power point in the garage for you to recharge your electric vehicle, if necessary.
The water is collected from the roof & is totally suitable for drinking.
Rubbish is sorted into general waste & recycling. There is also a compost bin, that will feed the chooks if you put our green waste in the bin.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive key retrieval information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Turn off the air conditioner & close the doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Be aware of dangers for small children - billabong and electric fences. This is for our guests (you) & your guests.
Please ask children to respect the house. We want it beautiful for you and the next guests.

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Babies and children over 7 are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2421, PID-STRA-5400

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up. to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.6 mi (46-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up. offer free breakfast?

Yes, this vacation home offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up.?

This vacation home offers free self parking.

Does Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Spring is nearly here & the birds are singing. A wonderful way to wake up. to downtown Paterson?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Paterson.