Saddlers Cottage Woodland Retreat

Cottage in Ulan, Country NSW, NSW, AU

93% Recommended•

4 people

Pet-friendly

We offer unique accommodation - both Saddlers Cottage and River Cottage are hand-crafted and located in idyllic scenery. Saddlers Cottage is perfect for a couple, small group or family getaway to explore nature in complete privacy.
Set among woodlands on a ridge it is only a short stroll down to the Goulburn River. Saddlers Cottage features a full length skylight that floods the house with light providing passive heating, and with open fireplace keeps the cottage cosy and warm in the winter months.
The property is a wildlife sanctuary. Delight in the exceptional scenery, wonderful bush walks, peace and privacy, enjoy cosy open fires in winter (there is a surcharge for firewood during the colder months), and mild summer evenings vibrant with wildlife.
There are wonderful walks and places to explore, read, draw, paint or meander along the river through sandstone cliffs and gorges listening to the birds sing. surrounded on three sides by the Goulburn River National Park - you will not be able to tell where our property ends and the park begins.
Saddlers Creek road (~3.5kms) is suitable for most sedan/ 2WD vehicles however cars with very low clearance are not recommended.

You can bring a well behaved dog (max. 2) but they must be under control at all times. We ask you bring a rug and lead and to ensure they do not disturb the wildlife or left in the cottage unattended. There is an extra charge for dogs ($10/night).

There is a firewood surcharge in the colder months
Please inquire for prices

We request guest minimise waste to aid sustainable management of the cottages, please separate recyclables from the tip rubbish (and take away rubbish when possible)
All scraps compostables & food waste to be placed into steel bucket provided. This can be emptied into black compost bin situated in the cottage garden.
Unused food can be left in fridge for chickens.

EV electric car recharge facilities are available but only during daylight hours using a 15 amp plug (and your lead) on the cottages - or book a faster 7kW charge during the day on our Tesla Type 2 charger CCS2 at main house.

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Features and Amenities

2 bedrooms

2 beds

1 bathroom

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Details

Check in after 2:00pm
Check out before 11:00am
Weekday minimum booking: 2 nights
Weekend minimum booking: 2 nights

Cancellation Policy:

Receive a full refund (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

Additional Information

There is a firewood surcharge in the colder weather.
Please inquire for prices
Saddlers Cottage is situated in a sheltered position on the ridge, about 5 minutes walk from the river and about 1/2 km from the main house.
Built of stone, mud brick and local timber it consists of a large living/kitchen area with sun-room (double bed) and a separate bedroom (double bed) with en-suite bathroom, claw foot bath/shower and flush toilet. It has a screened veranda with herb garden for guest use.
A full length skylight floods the cottage with light and warmth in winter months.
AMENITIES
- Powered by a 240v Solar voltaic system
- Instantaneous gas hot water
- Full-sized gas stove
- Large claw foot bath/shower
- Supplied with 8 pillows, 3 doonas and extra blankets for winter
- Sample of farm produce (e.g. eggs and flowers depending on season)
- All utensils (pots, pans, cups, glasses, plates, cutlery)
- Espresso coffee maker and plunger
- Linen (sheets towels, slips etc) can be supplied
- Ceiling and pedestal fans ( NO A/C)

We recommend bringing diving or reef shoes or ones you don't mind getting wet for walking on the sandy river (with pebbles).

GUEST ACCESS
You will need a car to get to the property called 'Gleniston'. We are 50 kms north of Mudgee and 35kms east of Gulgong. Turn off the Ulan road 50kms north of Mudgee into Saddlers Creek Road, follow signs in 3.5 km. The unsealed road is suitable for sedan/ 2WD, though cars with very low clearance are not recommended. There is one short steep climb on the road to Saddlers Cottage
PETS
On request guests may bring one well behaved dog - however there is a fee of $20/weekend. Please bring bed/ blanket and lead and ensure wildlife are not disturbed by your pet.
PLEASE NOTE
- nearest shops 30-40 mins drive away
- mobile reception stops at the front gate, there is some signal at high points on the property.
- No 4WD driving permitted on property.
- Firewood supplied per booking in winter (see winter rates) additional fire wood if required is $20/ barrow load.
- Each booking is provided with some fresh farm produce usually 4-6 cackle berries...eggs and herbs suitable for an omelette and basics - coffee, tea, little milk.
- Additional sheets and towels (linen) can be supplied for $5 per item.
INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We live on property at the main house (at the end of Saddlers Creek Road). We encourage guests to relax, unwind and do there own thing. You are very welcome to come down to the main house for advice on walks and what to see in the general area (also information in the cottages). Any questions or problems, no matter how small, please let us know.

Prices

Base Price $225 / night
Weekend Price $225 / night
Cleaning Fee $65
Extra People $50 (adult) and $30 (child) / night after 2 people
Discounts
5% discount for bookings of 3 nights or longer

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Reviews (14)

93% Recommended

Ross

18 Jul 2026

What an amazing little spot, we had a great weekend and will definitely be back for longer. The cabin is well equiped and the open fire place kept the place warm overnight. A great place to explore th...e drip walk from. We were lucky enough to see a Wedge-Tailed Eagle and some Emu's. The kids loved exploring the river.

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11 Mar 2024

The cottage was so lovely! A truly fascinating and beautiful building. Loved taking it easy here - exploring up and down the river, reading in the sun room, watching sunrise from bed... We also apprec...iated listening to, as well as watching, the huge variety of bird life around the cottage. Also saw an antechinus and kangaroos about.
All the comforts and amenities were included - cooking utensils, gas BBQ was great, powerpoint to charge (not that we ever looked at our phones while we were there), plenty of hot water for a bath etc.
Everything had a remarkable sense of peace and it was just perfect getting away from the city.

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Shane

5 Feb 2024

Our stay at Saddlers cottage exceeded our expectations...and then some!
Our family consists of mum, dad, daughter (10yrs)and pup Ella.
The cottage itself so full of charm, beauty and unique touches. T...he raw natural bushland surrounds giving the feeling of seclusion, allowing for total unwind and peace.
We especially loved being able to bring along our pup Ella, exploring the river together as a family has created everlasting memories for us all.
Booking was done with ease. Hosts Julia and Colin informed us of everything we needed to know and allowed us total privacy to enjoy and explore at our will.
We loved our stay so much we are already planning our next visit in the coming weeks.

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Ulan

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We live on the property called Gleniston and built the two stone cottages for our guests in secluded settings. We manage the mainly forested property 220 hectares as a wildlife refuge. I work in natural resource management and have a PhD in hydro-geology. My husband Colin is a furniture maker/craftsman. We love cooking, good food and wine, bush walking and natural areas. We like to share the experience of this special part of the world and make all our guests feel welcome.

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Adventures on the Property

These are the exclusive natural wonders and outdoor activities within the property boundaries.

River Swimming

Explore the river and sandstone gorges upstream and downstream into the National Park. Flow in the river is quite shallow and clear, meandering over a sandy bed, flanked by amazing sandstone cliffs and gorges, with the occasional swimming hole and bubbling spas among rocks and boulders.

Star Gazing

Do yourself a favour, look up to the skies when sitting around the pit fire at night, especially on a clear frosty evening, and wonder at the milky way.

Wildlife On The Property

The property supports a range of native Australian wildlife - wombats, kangaroos, wallabies, emus, possums and many many woodland and migratory birds.

Location

The map shows the listing location and awesome adventures nearby.

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Adventures Nearby

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The Drip Gorge

National park 3 kms return walk along the Goulburn River to this amazing natural feature - a spectacular sandstone gorge that drips clear spring water into the river below The Drip and Corner gorges can also be accessed from out property by walking upstream (see walk map)

Bushwalking Indigenous Cultural Significance

The Mudgee district holds many sacred Aboriginal sites and cave painting, some sites with evidence of tool making. Some of the better-known and accessible sites include Hands on the Rocks; The Drip; Babyfoot Cave.

Explore The Pioneering History

Take a drive to the historic towns such as Gulgong to investigate the culture and history of the region. Also to Rylstone and Mudgee for local wineries and pioneer museums in Gulgong Hill End and Mudgee.