Holiday Rental Specialists are pleased to present Duncraig House, ideal for large families and groups.
The Property Features • Smart TV, soundbar, WiFi, Xbox, laptop friendly • 4-bedroom house sleeps 9 • 2-bedroom cottage/studio sleeps 5 • 3 bathrooms including freestanding bath and stocked with quality shampoo and conditioner • Fully fenced acre garden and pet-friendly • Outdoor entertaining decks, BBQ • Outdoor fire-pit, outdoor spa • Childs playground, X-box, games retreat, bean bags • Open fireplace, reverse cycle central air/heating (in main bedroom and top floor in Cottage) • Electric wall panels in every room, underfloor heating in all 3 the bathrooms • Fully equipped laundry • Fully equipped kitchen with microwave, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine, Belling oven • Complimentary portable cot – BYO linen • Complimentary high chair
Bedroom Configuration: Upstairs : • Bedroom 1: king • Bedroom 2: (games retreat) 2x single sofa beds, suitable for children only. The linen is provided but guests will be required to make the beds on arrival unless arranged with our team ahead of time for them to be made up. Sofa bed can be made up as a queen if requested. • Small bathroom with shower
Downstairs : • Bedroom 3: queen • Bedroom 4: tribunk (double with single over) • Large bathroom including bath
Cottage/Studio : • Bedroom 5: queen • Bedroom 6: (upstairs) 2 x king singles and a quality single fold-out bed (plus tv and bean bags) • Bathroom: utility/laundry room plus tea and coffee making facilities
Bathroom Configuration: • Bathroom 1: Free standing bathtub, shower, toilet and vanity • Bathroom 2: (ensuite) shower, toilet and vanity • Bathroom 3: Shower, toilet and vanity
Duncraig House is an elegant weatherboard country home, perfect for family getaways with room and something for everyone, including well-behaved pets. It's not often a house is so well set up for families with children! There are bunk beds, bean bags, X-box, a games retreat and separate kids loft/tv retreat, not to mention a large, fenced garden and a playground for the kids.
For the grown-ups, an outdoor spa with overhead heating on the deck, a magnificent kitchen in which to cook and entertain, an essential Nespresso machine, a study nook, and a relaxing lounge with open fireplace. All ages can come together to toast marshmallows over the fire-pit under the quiet, star-filled, country night skies.
The flexible bed configuration is ideal for 3-4 families. Each of the upstairs, downstairs and studio areas have a king or queen bed plus additional bedding ideal for children. Each area also has its own bathroom; 3 in all, including a large freestanding bath downstairs.
There is plenty to do in the surrounding areas. It is a short 1.7 km/20-minute walk or drive into the village for the deli, bakery, butcher, cafe and restaurants, bike shop, cute gift shops and railway station. The Glow Worm Glen and Morton National Park are popular with bushwalkers and there are many cultural experiences to be had - the Community Centre holds regular functions ranging from tango to movies, monthly piano mornings and farmers' markets. Solar Springs, with amazing facilities, is a great spa escape and accepts day-visitors. Near the RSL are playing fields and a seasonal (Oct- April) outdoor swimming pool.
Duncraig House is also the ideal accommodation to explore the local and award-winning wineries, many of the local cycle races, car rallies and collectors gatherings, not to mention Brigadoon and Highland Flings, when Bundanoon, the seat of ex-patriot Scots becomes the crowning glory of the Highlands. Bowral, Berrima and other notable Highland villages are all within a 20-minute radius of the lively character-filled village that is Bundanoon so book your next getaway at Duncraig House.
Distances to: • 1km to Petrea King’s Quest for Life Centre • 2km to Bundanoon Railway Station • 2km to Ye Olde Bicycle Shoppe • 2km to Bundanoon Village • 2km to Solar Springs Spa • 4km to Moreton Park walking trails • 6km Glow Worm Glen • 8km to Exeter Village Store and Café • 9km to Buddhist Monastery • 11km to Sally's Corner and St Maur vineyard • 11km to Montrose Berry Farm • 11km Penrose • 12km to Sutton Forest Pub and open Garden markets • 13km to Sylvan Glen (wedding venue) • 27km to Bowral • 118km to Sydney • 170km to Canberra
Linen: All linen (sheets and bath towels) is supplied for your stay and included in the tariff. For the comfort of our guests, we do not triple sheet. All beds have a fitted sheet, a flat sheet and a quilt with a full cover. BYO Beach Towels for use outside with the spa. BYO linen for the complimentary portable cot.
Property Specific Notes: Enough wood will be supplied for the fireplace/slow combustion wood heater for the first two nights. After that, guests must purchase top-up wood and kindling from the local petrol stations at their own cost.
We prefer to book this property to 3-4 families rather than large groups of adults who want to party as it is in a quiet residential area and loud parties are strictly prohibited.
This property has external security cameras facing the driveway, garage and side gate.
Pets are welcome at this property. There is a AUD 100 surcharge to have your pet stay. This surcharge may vary depending on the length of the stay. Please declare at the time of booking and refer to the terms and conditions regarding pets.
If you bring a pet, a surcharge will be added after the booking is placed.
Wi-fi is offered as a complimentary extra. As there is no charge issues will be dealt with asap but cannot be guaranteed.
To ensure the comfort of our guests and the neighbours, we do not accept bookings for "Schoolies" breaks/under 21yrs groups and under no circumstances do we allow weddings or parties of any sort.
Notes Code of Conduct: Payment for the booking warrants you and all guests staying will abide by the Code of Conduct for Short Term Rental Accommodation which can be viewed under the Guest Information tab on our website or a link which will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email. (Applicable to NSW properties)
Noise at Properties: NSW Planning has passed laws that affect guests. The Code of Conduct for holiday renting can be found on our website under the Guest Information tab. In Section 2.5.2 of the STR Code of Conduct, guests have an obligation to ensure the peace and comfort of neighbours and other occupants of the premises (if strata) near holiday rental properties. This means guests have to be very mindful of noise made in or outside the property that can disrupt neighbours at any time of the day. If you or any other guest receives a warning regarding excess noise or excess guests, you may be asked to leave the property immediately with no refund of monies. Noise audible outside the property is prohibited. (Applicable to NSW properties)
Privacy: This property is a holiday rental, it is not a principal place of residence and there are no shared rooms. Enjoy your time in comfort and privacy. Terms and Conditions: Detailed T&Cs apply for this property and payment warrants your agreement and that of all other guests staying at the property with you. Please share the T&Cs with your other guests.
Check-in and -out Times: During the busy months of December and January, the check-in time is 4 pm to facilitate peak back-to-back changeovers. Our standard check-in time is 3 pm and check-out time is 10 am. We offer a complimentary early check-in or late check-out time as a gesture of goodwill where booking and housekeeping schedules allow. Note that due to demand and housekeeping pressures, no early check-ins or late check-outs will be granted during the months of December and January. The safest way to secure an early check-in or later check-out is to book the property for an extra night. Contact us for a special rate for this extra night. All Sunday late check outs must be requested and approved prior to 5 pm on the Friday evening prior. All complimentary early check-ins or late check-outs must be confirmed in writing so that our housekeeping team are informed accordingly.
Guest Registration: Guest registration is mandatory for all bookings and replaces the need for a cash bond for short term bookings (up to 20 nights). It is essential for fraud prevention, damage claims, safety, and emergency purposes. The process varies depending on the online travel agent used. Direct bookings require the booker to upload a copy of their driver’s licence and credit card through our encrypted online process.
Additional Guests: The guest limits apply at all times during the booking. Any extra guests (this includes day visitors) above those that have been booked and paid for must be approved in writing prior to the stay. Only the guests staying at the property are permitted to be present. If you wish to have visitors in addition to booked guests, you must advise us in writing prior to your stay and ensure you receive written permission. This is not possible at all properties.
Schoolies: To ensure the comfort of our guests and the neighbours, we do not accept bookings for “Schoolies” breaks/groups and under no circumstances do we allow weddings or parties of any sort.
No Extras: This property is approved for accommodation only. No mattresses, tents, caravans or more cars than the property accommodates are allowed. Under no circumstances are the following activities permitted at any of our properties: motorbikes, dirt bikes, quad bikes, use of firearms or air rifles, fireworks.
EV Charging: For safety reasons and to comply with insurance requirements, guests are prohibited from charging electric vehicles at any property that does not have a dedicated EV charging station. Charging electric vehicles without proper infrastructure poses a fire hazard, and in the unfortunate event of an incident, insurance cover may be compromised, and the guest held liable. If in doubt, ask our team for the closest EV charging station.
Long Stay Discounts: Out of peak season stays of a week or more may qualify for a discount, please send us a message.
Property Information: Information during your stay can be found in the Guest Information Folder or by calling our office 24/7.
Security Deposit: For most bookings, completion of our registration process and a valid credit card with a $1000 available limit is sufficient for the security deposit.
For medium-term bookings (21-40 nights) and long-term bookings (41-90 nights), a non-negotiable cash security deposit is required. This deposit is refunded after the departure inspection, with any damage or loss deducted. The minimum cash deposit is $2000, with higher amounts for larger or more expensive properties, or at the owner’s/manager’s discretion.
Peace of Mind: For your added security we will never request payments be made to an overseas bank account and your money is held held by us and not disbursed until after your departure.
List with Us: If we had more properties in our management portfolio, we could easily get them booked. Demand is high and supply just can’t keep up. Send us a message or call us if you would like to know more about the packages we offer for short term rental management.
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Property Registration Number 2578,PID-STRA-18355
About the area
Bundanoon
Bundanoon is home to this holiday home. Berrima Gaol and Berrima Courthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Morton National Park and Stingray Swamp Flora Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Red Cow Farm Garden and Leighton Gardens. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
Bendooley Estate Book Barn - 31 min drive - 35.2 km
Centennial Vineyards - 34 min drive - 36.3 km
Kangaroo Valley Golf Club - 46 min drive - 61.2 km
Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk - 54 min drive - 64.6 km
Getting around
Bundanoon Station - 17 min walk
Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 16 min drive
McDonald's - 16 min drive
Sally's Place - 16 min drive
Sutton Forest Inn - 14 min drive
Bundanoon Hotel - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Duncraig House –open fireplace, spa, pet friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Duncraig House –open fireplace, spa, pet friendly?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Duncraig House –open fireplace, spa, pet friendly on 13 June 2026 start from AU$1,076, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Duncraig House –open fireplace, spa, pet friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Duncraig House –open fireplace, spa, pet friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Duncraig House –open fireplace, spa, pet friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Duncraig House –open fireplace, spa, pet friendly located?
This family-friendly Bundanoon holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Morton National Park, Glow Worm Glen and Santi Forest Monastery. Stingray Swamp Flora Reserve and Sunnataram Forest Monastery are also within 6 miles (10 km). Bundanoon Station is 17 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hi Melissa, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. The Team at Holiday Rental Specialists are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time away at Duncraig House.
We agree the property is ideal for a relaxing weekend getaway and we'd love to welcome you back in future.
Great place for us to base our stay. The house was perfect for 8 adults and 6 children
Graeme L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hello Graeme, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Holiday Rental Specialists are glad to hear you enjoyed your time at Duncraig House. We agree it is ideal for a relaxing weekend getaway and we'd love to welcome you back in future. Please keep us in mind when booking your next holiday.
We thoroughly enjoyed our Southern Highlands mini break. The property was lovely and we will be back.
Melissa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Holiday Rental Specialists are pleased to hear you enjoyed the stay, thank you for leaving a review with us. We are happy that everything was perfect for you on arrival and that you had a wonderful time. We look forward to welcoming you back in future.
Duncraig House was by far the best property my family has stayed at for Winter weekends away. Property slept 7 adults and 3 children very comfortably. High chair and large variety of kids toys was a bonus as well as play equipment outside.
Property was very clean and a large amount of towels and blankets where available. Kitchen had all the utensils required. Will definitely be back next year.
Anthony C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
We can't wait to welcome you back either Anthony - the team at Holiday Rental Specialists couldn't agree more with your thoughts on Duncraig House. It's a great space for a group holiday, winter and summer alike. Thanks for giving us a 5 star review - and we look forward to booking your next family holiday.
Gorgeous home, perfect for extended family getaway. Very child friendly.
House was equipped with all we needed.
Only smart tv was in the main bedroom so perhaps take dvds for kids in the upstairs tv room or a chrome cast to watch Netflix etc.
Would also suggest bringing groceries with you as local small grocery store had exorbadant prices.
Martina Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks for the great review Martina! We’re pleased to hear you had a great visit to Duncraig House. We hope to see you back soon!
Nice, quiet location just a 4-minute drive or a 20-minute walk to the town centre. Plenty to keep the kids entertained, including a spa and a large backyard with play equipment. Excellent Wifi.The upstairs bedroom in the barn is well suited to children; less so for adults due to low ceiling.One bedroom has a fold-out couch as a bed.Excellent kitchen with cooking supplies and tablets supplied for the dishwasher.
The property is nice and the house is very very clean. The kitchen is great with everything we needed to cook all meals. House worked well for large adult family with separate accommodation in the granny flat. Lovely firm beds with electric blankets.
Only problem was the portable cot did not work so check before staying if needed.
Otherwise excellent accommodation.
Suzanne F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Thank you Suzanne for your review. We appreciate your positive comments. We are thrilled to hear you found a clean, well equipped house with everything you needed. We will ensure the portacot is checked and is in working order for our future guests. We hope to welcome you back in the future for another 5-star experience.
Beautiful house, in a great location. Lovely little spa and pretty garden. Lovely kitchen and lounge room.
Sadly no gas in BBQ. Used towel left in masterbedroom upon our arrival. Few pieces of old rubbish in garden bushes. Otherwise we had a lovely family weekend away.
Jill B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2023
Thank you Jill for your review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay and thought the location of the property was great. We are sorry to hear of the minor issues you encountered on arrival, but are happy to know it didn't spoil your weekend away and you and your family had a lovely time. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
We were four families plus a great grandmother and a dog, celebrating a milestone birthday. Duncraig provided a large property with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Easy walk into the quaint village. Quiet neighbourhood. Any questions were answered immediately and we encountered no issues.The one thing we did not bring that we needed, was insect repellent for the mozzies. Kitchen necessities and condiments, tea bags and coffee pods, shower toiletries were provided. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. plentiful mozzies.forcomfortable
This is a beautiful house. Modern and well maintained, with spacious gardens and plenty of parking. The kitchen is very well equipped with great cooking utensils, large pots and pans, plates, cups etc. The beds were comfortable, although for a large group of friends, as opposed to couples, the option of separating beds would have been good. Not enough dining chairs for 13 of us, (and one had a jutting screw which tore a blouse) and not enough sofas in the common living area. We were there on a cold and rainy weekend, so we didn’t utilise the outdoor space. The futon was not made up, and the bed linen supplied was the wrong size. The upstairs toilet didn’t flush when we arrived. However the staff at the holiday rental management company were very responsive and rectified our linen and plumbing issue very quickly. We thought a standard 4:00pm check in time was too late and a little mean, although we were granted an early check in at 2:00pm. We also didn’t appreciate being hit with a charge of an extra $800 dollars when we moved our 2 night stay forward by one night. We used the fireplace, however, there is an extra grill in the ingle which prevents the fireplace from operating properly, and although ample firewood was supplied, there was no kindling which was problematic in the rain. Overall we would recommend this house.
Chris H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Good Morning! Holiday Rental Specialists agree that Duncraig House is a wonderful property. We are pleased to hear that you found the kitchen to be well equipped for your stay & the bedding was comfortable for a good nights sleep. Thankyou for your feedback regarding the seating at the property - we will have this looked at. We apologise that there was a screw loose which tore one of your guests blouses. We are pleased to hear that we were attenuative in rectifying the issues with linen & plumbing at the property. We are glad to hear that you stay was pleasant and we hope to host you again soon!
We stayed at Duncraig House for our annual trip away with our friends, the kids and dogs. The grounds of the house were lovely and big however it was raining the whole time we were there so unfortunately weren't able to spend any time outside. The media room which is considered a bedroom is at the top of the stairs from the kitchen & dining room and is open plan with no door. Not really what I would consider a bedroom and didn't provide any privacy and was not suitable for young kids to sleep in as it is at the top of stairs with no door to the room and quite loud from the noise from the kitchen and dining room.
The spa was also not working while we were there which was disappointing.
That being said the rest of the layout of the house was lovely, the beds were comfortable and lots of pillows to choose from. Nice big kitchen and island bench which was great for our large group. We still had a lovely time
LESLEY F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Lesley! Thankyou so much for taking the time to leave a review on your stay at Duncraig House. We agree that the grounds of the house are wonderful and allow ample space for roaming - unfortunate that the weather was not accommodating but we hope that you were still able to admire their beauty. Thankyou for your feedback regarding the media room & sleeping arrangements. We are pleased that you had a lovely time with your group & we hope to host you again soon!
This property was perfect for our family celebration together. Our two daughters, their husbands and 4 young children joined us for an extended weekend to celebrate my husband’s 70th birthday in a very relaxed manner.
The accommodation was very comfortable. We had 2 littlies who slept in portable cots which we brought. The 3 and 5 year olds enjoyed their bunk bed setup in the children’s room. Adults were very comfortable in king/queen beds. Each family had their own space and bathroom. My husband and I were very comfortable in the adjoining cottage.
The house has a beautiful open fireplace, with efficient heating panels in every room. We were cosy! The kitchen is modern and well equipped. The living/dining areas were very comfortable and spacious .
The grounds are beautiful. The playground was a hit with all 4 children (ranging from 1- 5 yrs old). The jacuzzi was also a hit! We enjoyed several lunches sitting at the table on the large north facing verandah. The Winter sunshine was fabulous! The 5 year old whippet loved the secure grounds too.
A local caterer provided a delicious birthday dinner at home, on one of the evenings. We took the children to a local scooter/skateboard park, and we all enjoyed a scenic bush walk. We also attended a terrific puppet show locally, on the Sunday morning. And we enjoyed coffees and ‘goodies’ from the excellent local cafes.
But we were mostly occupied happily in the very comfortable house/garden.
It was a beautifully relaxed step back, from the busy city lives which our families live!
Philippa P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Philippa! Thank you for taking a great time to leave a review on your stay. Our team were very pleased to hear that you had a wonderful stay at the property. We agree this property is great for family getaway and is well kept and we'll have this sustained for our future guests soon. We are excited and would love to welcome you back in the future. Holiday Rental Specialists.
The house is very clean and the kitchen is full of appliances and you don’t need to take anything, the backyard has a great playground for kids.
Ramin R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Ramin,
Thankyou for taking the time to leave a review on your recent stay at Duncraig House.
Our team are pleased to hear you found this to be a lovely holiday home suitable for you and your group. We agree this property is amazing and has everything you need for an enjoyable stay.
We would love to welcome you back to one of our properties in the future.
Holiday Rental Specialists.
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8/10 Good
Terri M.
14 Sept 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Beautiful location and lovely home
The house was beautiful, though it could have been cleaner (floors were sticky and the bins were overflowing when we arrived), the kitchen draws and cupboards were full but very disorganised and messy, bathroom door downstairs did not lock - kinda awkward with 14 people when it was the only downstairs bathroom with a bath and shower in it...the 'double' bed in one of the rooms upstairs wasn't a bed, it was converted lounging seats, not very comfortable so we could only put 'light' people on them. Overall a gorgeous house though in a beautiful location - walking distance to train station and lovely for walking around, we would stay there again.
Terri M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks for your wonderful review Terri! We are thrilled you enjoyed yourself and hope to see you soon.
Perfect for a large family with lots of break out areas. We had my mum’s 70th and could fit everyone comfortably and warmly in the freezing weather! Would definitely recommend and return.
Kate N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hello Kate, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Holiday Rental Specialists are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Duncraig House. The property is perfect for a relaxing weekend. We would love to have you stay with us again in future. Should you decide to go on another holiday - please keep us in mind.
Many families and kids of all ages loved our stay at Duncraig House. Super special property. What a find!
Anna G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you Anna for taking the time to leave a review. HRS are pleased to hear you found this to be a lovely holiday home suitable for you and your group. We agree the Duncraig House property is amazing and look forward to welcoming you back in future.
Verified
8/10 Good
Dianne B.
12 May 2019
Great house for 3 families. Most enjoyable.
See above
Dianne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Dianne,
thanks for reviewing Duncraig House.
HRS agree, it's perfectly equipped for families and larger groups to enjoy their own space in comfort.
We hope to welcome you back again in future.
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