Clancy's Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & groups

Clancy's Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & groups

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Overview of Clancy's Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & groups

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Vacy, NSW
  • Popular LocationTocal Homestead23 min drive
  • Popular LocationBimbadgen Estate46 min drive
  • Popular LocationHunter Valley Gardens49 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)80 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Clancy's Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & groups

Clancy's Lodge is suitable for 2 families, 3 couples, small groups - sleeps 8 guests.

Banjos Bushland Retreat is rated 4.5 stars (AAAT rated)

NOTE: FULL REFUNDS GIVEN IF BOOKING IS CANCELLED DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS.

Clancy's Lodge: All 3 bedrooms have king size beds and private en-suites - one bathroom has a bathtub. All bedrooms have air conditioning and ceiling fans. Spacious living areas with large leather lounge and cane furniture, dining table, slow combustion wood fire for the cooler weather, fully equipped kitchen and laundry with large amounts of general use items. Stunning views from every room.

BOOK ALL 3 LODGES and have the ENTIRE RETREAT IN COMPLETE PRIVACY!
Note: Banjos can accommodate 24 guests when staying in all 3 lodges.

Go to the HomeAway links for the details of our two other lodges: Brumby's Run and Swagman's Rest Lodges.

Banjos is small enough to be exclusive, but offers the benefits of a large resort with activities for all ages!

Exclusive Recreation Centre includes:
* Full-size tennis court
* 9-hole mini-golf course
* Indoor spa, (with stunning views)
* Sauna
* Table tennis
* Billiards
* Children's Adventure Playground
* Swing set - undercover on deck of recreation building
* Giant chess set
* Full bathroom
* Kitchen facilities with bar fridge
* All sporting equipment provided
* All facilities at NO EXTRA COST (excluding the sauna, which is coin operated for safety)
* Environmental Centre with literature relating to the flora and fauna that surround Banjos.

Extra Facilities:
* Bushwalking trails
* Access to Restaurant, salt-water swimming pool, lagoon for swimming & picnics
* Massages and beauty treatments available in the privacy of your lodge
* Close vicinity to local wineries, golf courses, heritage township, arts & crafts centre, ballooning.

Banjos Bushland Retreat offers uniqueness to its guests by creating an unforgettable experience in a truly Australian environment. Not only does Banjos offer the "ultimate escape" by providing unhosted 4 1/2 star purpose built accommodation but its surrounds ensure an "up close and personal" encounter with many wonderful examples of the Australian flora and fauna - wallabies, kangaroos, kookaburras, king parrots, crimson rosellas, fairy wrens, firetails, bower birds, possums and lizards will all delight you with their presence.

Full directions are given with confirmation of booking.

TOURISM AWARDS

In 2004 Banjos Bushland Retreat received the highest award in the Unique Accommodation category at the New South Wales Tourism Awards. As a result of winning this category for 3 years, Banjos was inducted into the NSW Tourism Awards Hall of Fame. This is an achievement that only a few organisations have achieved and one that we are extremely proud of. We have won in excess of 35 Tourism Awards since 2002.

UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION - TOURISM AWARDS:
NSW Tourism Hall of Fame 2004
NSW Tourism Awards - Gold Winner 2002, 2003, 2004 & 2006
NSW Tourism Awards - 2011 Bronze Award
Hunter Region Tourism Awards - Winner 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2008
Hunter Region Tourism Award 2011, 2013 & 2014 Silver Award
Hunter Region Tourism Award 2003 Award of Distinction.
Australian Tourism Awards 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2006 - Finalist.
Hunter Business Excellence Awards Winner 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011 & 2013
Hunter Business Excellence Awards - Business of the Year Winner 2006 & 2013 and Finalist 2007, 2008, 2011 & 2014
Hunter Business Excellence Awards - Environmental Excellence Winner 2011, 2014 & 2016
HMAA NSW Unique Accommodation - Winner 2006, 2007,2008 and 2011

5 Star AAA Tourism accredited continuously from 2001 to 2013

Tourism Industry Council -Accredited Tourism Business
Eco Tourism Australia -Accredited Advanced Ecotourism

Property manager

Jenny and Malcolm Patterson

Amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 12:30 PM
Check out before 2:30 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed
Not House parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Not House parties
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property registration number PID-STRA-2428

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vacy

Located in Vacy, this lodge is in a rural area. Camyr Allyn Wines and Mindaribba Weddings are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Walka Water Works and Lake Saint Clair. Consider Bimbadgen Palmers Lane for a night out or Maitland Showground if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, hiking and ecotours.
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Vacy, NSW

What's nearby

  • Tocal Homestead - 23 min drive
  • Wallalong House - Hunter Valley Wedding Venue - 35 min drive
  • Maitland Showground - 40 min drive
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 46 min drive
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Martins Creek Station - 19 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Flying Duck Cafe - 11 min drive
  • Vacy General Store Cafe & Gifts - 11 min drive
  • Farmers Hotel Vacy - 11 min drive
  • Eaglereach Bistro & Bar - 7 min drive
  • New World Park - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clancy's Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & groups pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Clancy's Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & groups?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Clancy's Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & groups?

Checkout is at 2:30 PM.

Where is Clancy's Lodge at BANJOS BUSHLAND RETREAT - couples, families & groups located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly lodge is within 16 mi (25 km) of Tocal Homestead, Camyr Allyn Wines and Mindaribba Weddings. Maitland Showground and Walka Water Works are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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About the host

Hosted by Jenny and Malcolm Patterson

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We manage Banjos from our home in Sydney. Our family consists of Jenny, Malcolm and our daughter Alyssa, and our dog Cooper. Malcolm's background is construction, and engineering, and Jenny has a background of Administration and Office Management.

Why they chose this property

We built Banjos from scratch - purchased the 20 acres of land in May 1996, and began building in June 1996, and completing the first stage of our property in March 1998 - consisting of our 2 & 4 bedroom lodges plus the recreation building. Our 3 bedroom lodge was added by June 2005 - completing our retreat. Malcolm wanted a hobby that would keep him busy - Banjos really fits the bill, as there is always lots of ongoing maintenance to keep up with.

Banjos is not just another holiday destination - it has been set-up to make guests feel welcome, comfortable and happy from the very moment they arrive!

Banjos is not just another holiday destination - it has been set up to make guests feel comfortable & happy from the moment they arrive, and is our 'labour of love'!

What makes this property unique

Banjos Bushland Retreat is rated 4.5 stars, and is very private, luxurious, spacious, family friendly and disabled friendly. Works really well for large groups - we can accommodate 24 guests in beds.

When booking all 3 lodges guests have the advantage of the entire retreat in complete privacy.

We have won in excess of 35 Tourism Awards since 2002. Banjos is family owned and operated, and is our 'Labour of Love'!
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