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Description
Situated on the MacDonald River, half way between Armidale and Tamworth in NSW, and surrounded by picturesque landscape “Lochiel Cottage” is the perfect place for that rural short break or holiday experience. Lochiel Cottage is situated on our Cattle property. Our friendly cattle graze in the paddocks near and around the cottage. The setting is delightful with the cottage overlooking the river. “Lochiel Cottage” is fabulous accommodation for the fishing enthusiast.
Experience and enjoy the peace & quiet, rural views and glorious sunsets, all from your own lounge room or deck. A great place to experience country NSW. Fish, bushwalk, unwind, sit and relax or curl up with a book.
Revitalize your body and soul at this rural retreat. Drinking water at Lochiel Cottage is beautiful filtered rainwater. Shower in the fresh filtered water of the MacDonald River. Platypus can be seen at the river’s edge in front of the cottage most days.
Accommodation in this fully self-contained 3 bedroom cottage is ideal for couples, families or small groups. B&B and evening meals available on request.
ACCOMMODATION
Lochiel Cottage is a modern, fully self contained 3 bedroom cottage situation on a beautiful bend of the McDonald River. The accommodation sleeps a maximum of 8 guests, comprising of 3 bedrooms, (2 with queen sized beds, 1 with 2 x single beds), and a double sofa bed in the living area.
A cot and other baby/children's essentials and toys are also available. The living area has panoramic views of the beautiful MacDonald River. Facilities include a fully equipped kitchen with an electric oven, microwave & fridge freezer. TV, Laundry, tea and coffee facilities are provided.
A range of books, magazines, board games, DVDs and videos are all provided for your leisure and entertainment.
All linen, towels, doonas, blankets, fans, heaters, BBQ & iron are also provided. The cottage is serviced weekly.
Pets and tents are also welcome by prior arrangement.
Lochiel Cottage is fully self catering, however delicious, hearty home cooking is available upon request.
Scrumptious breakfast baskets with warm home made fresh bread are available and can be delivered to the cottage and topped up daily. The cost of breakfast baskets varies depending on number of people and number of nights staying. Evening meals and delectable picnic hampers can also be provided on request. If you are interested in any or all meals being provided, please make an enquiry with your booking.
Picnic Hampers start from $35. Evening meals are available at a cost of $25 per person. Portions are generous and meals hearty and tasty. Below is an example of typical evening meals available. Meals may vary depending on season. Vegetarian meals available. Please advise any special dietary requirements.
* Irish Stew with rosemary dumplings.
* Beef Stroganoff with ribbon pasta & seasonal vegetables.
* Chicken Curry with basmati rice and poppadums
On arrival please pop into the main house to check in with your hosts Dawn & Tim Dew.
PRICING & LOCATION
A deposit of 25% of the total amount is required in advance to confirm your booking. In the event of cancellation 50% of your deposit will be refundable if 2 weeks notice is given. Balance of monies is required on or prior to arrival.
We accept cheques, direct deposit or cash. N.B. No credit card or eftpos facilities.
Discounts apply to regular visitors. Check in/out times are negotiable.
HOW TO GET THERE
From Sydney to Lochiel Cottage: 480km approx 5.75 hour drive
From Brisbane to Lochiel Cottage: 550kms approx 6.5 hour drive
From Tamworth to Lochiel Cottage: 80 kms approx 1 hour drive
From Armidale to Lochiel Cottage 80 kms approx 1 hour drive
From Tamworth:
Travel along New England Highway (40 kms) Take Bendemeer turnoff. Travel out of Bendemeer ensuring the pub is on your right. Once past the pub continue along the road for 16kms until you get to the corner of Retreat & Watson Creek Roads (Longford Station). Travel along Retreat Road for 16kms, after the bridge and small amount bitumen road turn left into Kingstown Road. Follow that for 4kms and ‘Lochiel Cottage” is situated on the left.
From Armidale:
Travel along the New England Highway and follow signs to Uralla (22kms). As you travel out of Uralla towards Tamworth turn Right (just before the Matilda garage, with the big stripy red, green & yellow sign) and follow signs to Kingstown (45kms). Travel on Kingstown Road. “Lochiel Cottage” is situated on the Right, 12kms past the Kingstown Store.
Features
Airconditioning, Washing Machine
- Airconditioning
- Barbeque
- Clothes dryer
- Cooking Facilities
- Cot
- DVD player
- Fans
- Games, Books & Mags
- Heaters
- High chair
- In-house Movies/Videos
- Ironing Facilities
- Linen Supplied
- Meals Availabe
- Microwave
- Pets Allowed
- Pets allowed
- Stereo
- Towels
- Washing Machine
Prices
Discounts
Stay before 30 May 2013 for 10% off.
Note: Pricing is subject to change, and a minimum stay period and other conditions may apply. You should confirm pricing with the property owner.
Prices listed based on 2 adults. Property has 5 beds and can sleep a maximum 8 people.
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