The Retreat at Barrington

100% Recommended
8 people
Pet-friendly
Experience the pinnacle of luxury at The Retreat, located within the stunning Barrington River Farm. This architecturally designed holiday home is nestled in a tranquil rural setting, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Perched on a ridge in the valley, it boasts some of the most spectacular vistas in Gloucester.

With the pristine Barrington River flowing through the property, you'll enjoy direct access to the riverbank, perfect for picnics, scenic walks, and refreshing swims. Situated in dark sky country, the night sky comes alive with the stunning wonder and beauty of the Milky Way - your ultimate escape awaits.
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Features and Amenities

3 bedrooms
5 beds
2 bathrooms
Air conditioning
Bath
BBQ

Details

  • Check in after 2:00pm
    Check out before 10:00am
  • Minimum booking: 2 nights
Cancellation Policy: 

Receive a 50% refund of the total booking amount (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

Additional Information

The property boasts a thoughtfully designed layout with open spaces and expansive windows that perfectly frame the stunning scenery. It seamlessly integrates modern clean lines with rustic charm, using natural materials to harmonise with its surroundings. A spacious patio, complete with a wood-fired pizza oven, offers an ideal spot to unwind and take in the panoramic views. Inside, the high ceilings, abundant natural light, and cozy accents create a warm yet airy and inviting atmosphere.

Barrington River Farm is a working farm, home to a rare herd of Red Devon cattle. The house reflects the property's biodynamic principles, designed and built with sustainability as a priority. Completely off-grid, it features robust backup systems for reliability. Positioned at the property's highest point and north-facing, the house is strategically designed for optimal solar efficiency, blending eco-conscious living with its natural surroundings.

The home features three bedrooms with ceiling fans throughout: the main bedroom with a queen bed, walk-in robe, and ensuite; a second bedroom with a queen bed; and a third bedroom with 2 x king single beds. Additionally, the lounge room includes a queen-sized sofa bed, providing comfortable accommodation for all guests. Use of the sofa bed is at an additional cost.

· Large galley style kitchen with walk in pantry, gas cooking, dishwasher, and breakfast bar
· Open plan dining and living area with high ceilings, open fireplace, study nook, built in bar and French doors leading to the patio with stunning views.
· Second dedicated tv room living area with heating from fireplace
· Beautifully designed and landscaped courtyard with water feature and outdoor entertaining
· Power provided by solar panels and lithium battery storage and backup Kohler generator/Hot water supplied via solar system with furnace backup / stained polished concrete floors throughout / pillars acting as heat sinks into the concrete floor and water heaters in every room
· Water is provided by a 63,000L water tank which catches rainwater from the roof of the house and garage
· Pizza oven with siting area encompasses the stunning views and gorgeous landscaping around the house

We require a copy of your driver’s license on arrival prior to giving out keys.

All linen, towels and bed making included for all guests

STRICTLY NO parties, functions, excessive noise, pets or additional visitors allowed. Strictly no smoking

Prices

  • Base Price $450 / night
  • Cleaning Fee $470
  • Security Deposit $500

Reviews (1)

100% Recommended

Andrea

12 Jan 2025
We absolutely loved our stay at The Retreat at Barrington! The house is beautifully located on a hill with stunning views of the valley. It was incredibly comfortable and well-equipped, with everythin...g we needed for a relaxing getaway.

The pizza oven was a highlight – we used it every day and had so much fun!

The manager was very helpful and responsive.

A small suggestion: The current rubbish disposal process could be improved. It would be helpful if there were more readily available bins on the property and if the cleaning service could assist with rubbish disposal (taking the rubbish to the main road). Upon arrival, we found the bins overflowing with rubbish from previous guests. While the manager promptly addressed the issue by sending cleaners back, this highlights a potential area for improvement in the property's maintenance.

Despite this minor point, we highly recommend The Retreat at Barrington to anyone looking for a peaceful and enjoyable stay.

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Gloucester Town District Park

The township of Gloucester is gorgeous with friendly locals and cute cafes. The Gloucester District Park is stunning park with beautiful trees, walking tracks, playground and river running through it.
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The Bucketts Way

The Bucketts Way is one of NSW's oldest tourist drives and the view of Bucketts Mountain is nothing short of breathtaking. Expect misty mountain ranges and lush green fields.
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Kayaking At Barrington River

This is no regular kayaking. If you're in the mood to have a visceral experience with nature you can hire out kayaks to head out on the white water rapids on Barrington River from local adventure companies. Don't worry there are various route levels from Beginner to Advanced and you'll be trained in how to recover after a capsize (a very common occurrence). Great for a group activity.
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Roadies Cafe

Iconic coffee stop for travellers passing through Gloucester. Lots of motorbikes and nostalgic memorabilia in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Buccan Buccan Scenic Drive

This is the best short loop scenic drive I've done. You'll see the remarkable Buccan Buccans from all sides, the best of our beautiful rural landscapes, cross numerous river fords with excellent picnic & swimming spots, and end up back in the heart of Gloucester.
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Cafe Lovers

The grandiose view of Bucketts Mountain can be seen from the main shopping district in Glouster, called Church Street. Gloucester has plenty of cafes and boutiques to explore, and you have to try the coffee at Common, which has plenty of delicious food options too.
$450per night