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Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids

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House and grassed courtyard
Front of house on Holme St
Main house and kitchen/dinning wing
Pool
Pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6287 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Terara, NSW
  • Place, Stockland Nowra
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Nowra Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Nowra Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids

Beautiful tranquil house and garden adjacent to the Shoalhaven River. Close to all the wedding venues, this property has the charm and space of yesteryear. All amenities plus pool in a quiet, private and tranquil setting. Only five minutes to Nowra and 30 minutes to Jervis bay and ocean beaches. Great spot for a significant birthday or family gathering. There are two bathrooms in the main house with showers and one also has a bath. There is an outside shower next to the pool with hot water and another bathroom in the room adjacent to the pool. All have instantaneous gas heating so hot water is on demand. House and pool and yard exclusive use. Extensive lawns and garden with mature trees.
We can adjust the price of your stay manually for a 6 Aduly 4 Children by not renting the pool room which has a double bed with 3 singles.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
EXTRA FEES WILL APPLY
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only..pls dispose butts properly

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: EXTRA FEES WILL APPLY
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-13563, 2540

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nowra

Located in Terara, a neighbourhood in Nowra, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Jervis Bay and Bomaderry Creek Regional Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nowra Aquatic Park and Shoalhaven Zoo. Jervis Bay Maritime Museum and Granties Maze are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Terara, NSW

What's nearby

  • Stockland Nowra - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Nowra Aquatic Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Nowra Museum - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Meroogal - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Nowra Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 19 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Surah Korean BBQ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moons Fresh Sushi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hyper Hyper Espresso - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Growers Shoalhaven - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids on 12 Apr 2026 start from AU$450, 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.

Is Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Circa 1874 House Pool and Garden on 3 acres 8 adults 7 kids located?

Located in Terara, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Stockland Nowra, Nowra Museum and Nowra Aquatic Park. Meroogal and Nowra Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Claude L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David, our host, was extremely helpful and always ready to provide advice on how to get the most out of the house and its amenities. The gardens are beautiful and well-maintained, and the house has just about everything you could want in a holiday home. It's a lovely relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in picturesque Terara

We had the most beautiful stay here and will definitely be booking again. We loved swimming in the pool and enjoying the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great week away

We had a lovely and relaxing week staying at David's place. If we are planning another trip to Nowra we would stay at David's house again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering.

A perfect location for the family to be together. Lots of space and a pool.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Gardens, Pool and Chickens make it magical

Loved the gardens and pool area, but the chooks are what sold it. Plenty of space for a larger group, a very relaxing holiday
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

Lovely old home with aged charm. Even though we only stayed for a short time due to our daughters wedding we loved the convenience and comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house near wedding venue

Beautiful house with different spaces for inter-genetational family, lovely gardens
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful historic house

Old house filled with plenty of spaces, big kitchen dining area and huge gardens. Quiet location. Lots of character.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage with beautiful gardens

Conveniently located, close to the wedding venue we were attending. Lovely setting with a beautiful garden and pool .. abundance of birdlife in the morning and guineafowls pottering around the property. Great house for our 2 families to spend time together over the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous house and gardens

David's place in Terara is delightful and quirky. Old world charm and the laid backness of the country. The house is full of delights and the garden is enormous and full of flowers and vegetables. The saltwater pool was sparkling clean and it was great to have an outdoor shower just near it. Not everything works perfectly - but that is part of the charm of this lovely old home! David has done a wonderful job thus far renovating it
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

JOSEPH M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Terara Lodge

Nice place, bit outdated, not enough outside lighting. You'd think on an acreage property a small firepit would be available, but no. No curtains on any windows other than bedrooms makes you feel a little exposed. Bedroom layouts are also strange if you were more than the 3 guests we were. Highly strange book on the shelf "p#nis pokie" were someones parts are put through the book as it is read. So I'd say highly inappropriate location for kids...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay, a five star experience

Terara Parsonage was a wonderful place to holiday. The beautiful historic home is more a home away from home than more typical bland accommodation. The home itself is lovely and the gardens are stunning. There are chickens and a large vegetable garden with fresh eggs and produce part of the experience during our stay. The home is well equipped with quality appliances. The beds are comfortable with beautiful linens and the bathroom has a claw footed bath to relax after a day at the beach. The weather was unseasonally cool for our first two days so David thoughtfully provided us with warmer doonas which were as light as down. We had only one very small glitch as the toaster didnt work, but a replacement was provided ready for breakfast the next morning. All in all this was a wonderful holiday and being out of town on 3 serene acres also made it the perfect place to relax during the raging pandemic.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Family Farmhouse

Spacious and well equipped cottage. Tastefully decorated throughout. Vegetable garden and chickens for fresh eggs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful cottage and an amazing stay!

Thank you David for sharing your beautiful cottage! Everything was provided for and more, including fresh eggs from the chooks each morning. Our family and friends loved their stay at the cottage and we will be back in the near future, Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Holiday Ever

I can’t recommend this property enough We arrived and felt no need to leave for a week Perfect facilities and such a restful time Beat holiday ever

About the host

Hosted by David Farthing

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I enjoy doing up houses and landscaping. I have had to do very little to the house. The grounds have had fences built, new driveway and paths and a lot of trees removed. The garage was built in the 1980s and was brick with a tile roof and not at all harmonious with the house. The garage now has an iron roof and the bricks have been rendered.

Why they chose this property

The property is full of mature trees and has rich soil. Terara is a market gardener's paradise. The village predates Nowra and was devastated by a couple of floods in the late 1800. The house is old, charming and has a good vibe. The buildings form a central grassed courtyard which is very welcoming.

What makes this property unique

Space plenty for the kids to run around on mowed grass, rural life, colonial house, next to the river,and close to Town

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