In Tenterfield .You'll find Tenterfield Railway Museum and Tenterfield Saddler within a 15-minute walk of this Tenterfield vacation home. Tenterfield Showground Park and The Sir Henry Parkes Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Tenterfield Railway Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Federation Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Tenterfield Showground Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Tenterfield Saddler - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
The Sir Henry Parkes Museum - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
Getting around
Wallangarra Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Commercial Hotel - 13 min walk
Tenterfield Tavern & Motor Inn - 18 min walk
Stonefruit - 16 min walk
Crazy Maze - 4 min walk
The Courtyard Cafe - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield
Summary:
True to its name, Stayawhile Cottage invites you to slow down and experience the historic soul of Tenterfield. Dating back to circa 1915, this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence beautifully marries heritage craftsmanship—like stunning original timber floors and a classic front wraparound veranda—with contemporary luxury
The Space:
Enjoy reverse-cycle climate control, premium linens, and a fully equipped kitchen. Located just a short distance from local boutiques, cafes, and restaurants, the cottage features an expansive back deck perfect for relaxing with a bottle of bubbles, alongside an inviting backyard fire pit for unwinding under the stars. It is the ultimate high-country escape.
ROOMS & FEATURES
THE HOUSE
- Spacious three-bedroom private house
- Accommodates up to six guests
- Characterful timber flooring
- Light-filled, thoughtfully styled interiors
- Private entrance and veranda
- Blackout blinds in bedrooms and living area
- Private garden and outdoor entertaining space
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Two bedrooms with a queen bed in each room
- Third bedroom with two single beds
- Sleeps up to six guests
- Electric blankets available
LIVING AREA
- Comfortable lounge seating
- TV with remote control
- Stream with Starlink WI-FI
- Reverse air conditioning in the living room
- Blinds for added privacy
KITCHEN & DINING
- Fully equipped kitchen for everyday cooking
- Cooktop and electric oven
- Microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher
- Coffee machine
- Kettle and toaster
- Cookware and essential kitchen utensils
- Glassware, crockery and cutlery
- Dining table with seating for six
BATHROOM & LAUNDRY
- One bathroom plus extra toilet in the laundry
- Hair dryer provided
- Washing machine and dryer
- Iron and ironing board
- Clothes drying rack
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private garden
- Outdoor entertaining area
- Furnished outdoor setting
- Private gas BBQ on the rear deck
- BBQ tools provided
- Veranda offering additional outdoor space
📍 POINTS OF INTEREST
- Tenterfield town centre — cafés, shops and local dining
- Tenterfield Railway Museum — local rail history and heritage
- Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School of Arts — landmark cultural attraction
- Tenterfield supermarkets and grocers — convenient everyday essentials
- Bald Rock National Park — scenic walks and dramatic granite landscapes
- Close to the Angry Bull Trails – epic mountain biking
Guest Access:
Key collection is onsite.
Please note-
There are stairs leading to the building entrance, and the property is not wheelchair friendly.
Two onsite undercover parking spaces are available.
The Neighborhood:
Tenterfield pairs classic country character with an easy-going high country lifestyle. Spend your days exploring heritage streetscapes, local cafés and surrounding national parks before returning to your private garden for an unhurried BBQ. The town's combination of history, food, nature and cool-climate scenery makes this an inviting base for a relaxed Northern Tablelands escape.
📍 POINTS OF INTEREST
- Tenterfield town centre — cafés, shops and local dining
- Tenterfield Railway Museum — local rail history and heritage
- Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School of Arts — landmark cultural attraction
- Tenterfield supermarkets and grocers — convenient everyday essentials
- Bald Rock National Park — scenic walks and dramatic granite landscapes
- Close to the Angry Bull Trails – epic mountain biking
Getting Around:
TRANSPORT
Tenterfield's central attractions, shops and dining can be reached conveniently from the property, while having a car makes exploring the wider New England region particularly easy. Local roads provide straightforward access to surrounding national parks and countryside.
GETTING THERE
The property offers the convenience of two onsite undercover car spaces, making it well suited to road trips and regional touring. Travel times vary according to your starting point, route and traffic conditions.
Other Things to Note:
For your comfort, this property offers premium, hotel style linen. Our professional-grade bedding guarantees a fresh, perfectly hygienic, and deeply comfortable sleep throughout your stay.
Extra Services:
- Early Check-in: Our standard check-in is at 3 pm. To guarantee early access to the property we suggest booking the night before if available. Otherwise, early check-in is subject to availability from the night before at an additional cost.
- Late check-out: Our standard check-out is at 10 am. To guarantee a later check-out of the property we suggest booking an additional night if available. Otherwise, a late check-out is subject to availability from the night before to an additional cost.
- Baggage: For security reasons, we are unable to receive or to keep unattended baggage before check-in or after check-out
- We provide a small welcome amenity pack to get your stay started.
- This booking is protected with coverage for lost baggage and emergency medical expenses, provided by Travel Support with claim up to 500 AUD (T&C Applies). For more details reach out to Guest Support team post booking.
Post creating a booking, you will be required to complete a mandatory ID verification process via a secure Stripe ID link. Check-in details will only be shared upon successful ID verification
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
General
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 9,817 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
You are staying in a friendly and peaceful neighbourhood, and we kindly ask you to respect the community and your surrounding neighbours. The follo...
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-94478, 2372
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield to the airport?
This vacation home is 180.9 mi (222-min drive) away from the Brisbane Airport (BNE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Stayawhile Cottage - Heritage 3 Bed in Tenterfield to downtown Tenterfield?
This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Tenterfield.
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