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ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE

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Your private pool
Exterior
Golf
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Kangaroo Valley, NSW
  • Pioneer Museum Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Kangaroo River Nature Reserve
  • Kangaroo Valley Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Additional bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE



Hampden House offers guests serene accommodation amongst beautiful established grounds overlooking the Valley escarpment with private access to the Kangaroo River.

Hampden House was chosen by the Australian Women's Weekly as the location for their winter fashion shoot. Boxstudios have used the property for music videos.

Good news - Wifi, Netflix, as well as ducted heating and cooling to ensure your stay is comfortable all year round, although it is always lovely to light the fire in the cooler months.

Built towards the end of the 1800s, Hampden House retains many of its original features including outbuildings, 3 sandstone fireplaces, century old hardwood flooring and cedar windows. It is set on acreage with frontage to the Kangaroo River and is a short stroll to the quaint heritage listed village of Kangaroo Valley. The house has wide verandas with extensive views of the surrounding valley escarpments. The property has been in the same family for 5 generations and the current host is the great grand-daughter of the original owner.

The main house has 4 bedrooms featuring many of the property’s original furnishings. The kitchen and separate living room offer stunning views of the property surrounds and feature the original chimneys, echoing the sandstone of the renowned Hampden Bridge.

Hampden House sits beyond a laurel hedge amongst fruit trees. Meander in the orchard or down to the waters edge and listen to the gently flowing river as you relax in the garden.

Make yourself at home, relax in front of the fire or on the veranda with a good book and take in the clean crisp country air of one of Australia’s most beautiful regions. Discover the tranquil world of Kangaroo Valley and enjoy this elegantly furnished house which is suitable for couples who enjoy their own company or for a small group of family or friends.

Hampden House is the perfect stay for guests wanting privacy close to town with a great variety of activities to choose from. The house features its own solar heated swimming, pool, sheridan sun dried linen, mountain bikes and idyllic picnic spots.

Hampden House could be your perfect for your wedding, it is suited for small intimate occasion 20-25 guests.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cot ,bedding and high chair supplied no charge
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Approval required from the owner 15 max
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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: approval required from the owner 15 max
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 2577, PID-STRA-589

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kangaroo Valley

Located in Kangaroo Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kangaroo River Nature Reserve and Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nowra Aquatic Park and Shoalhaven Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kangaroo Valley, NSW

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Museum Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kangaroo Valley Golf Club - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Red Rocks Nature Reserve - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk - 53 min drive - 55.8 km
  • Jamberoo Action Park - 59 min drive - 67.7 km

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 25 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kv Coffee Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The General of Kangaroo Valley - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Friendly Inn Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Valley Pizza & Chicken Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Bella - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE on 19 Sept 2025 start from AU$650.0, excluding 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 ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ONLY PROPERTY IN THE VILLAGE WITH A POOL AND PRIVATE RIVER FRONTAGE located?

This family-friendly Kangaroo Valley holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Kangaroo River Nature Reserve and Pioneer Museum Park. Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 186 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property, lovely personal touches from the host. Easy walk to town. Had a great family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brigitta S.

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

Getaway

Quiet beautiful location enjoyed the pool would recommend to friends
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Wonderful unique house

Very thoughtful details. Wonderful big grounds. The children loved them. Very good pool. Plenty of nice places to relax on veranda. Everything was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

NORMA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

great house, wonderful extras and so much care put in by the owner.

This is a great property and we enjoyed ourselves immensely.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mick S.

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

Even better than advertised ,

The host was fabulous, and reached out if we needed anything during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Hampden House

Amazing property, and the host goes above and beyond to ensure you have a great stay. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Paradise

The best holiday our family have ever had in a beautiful heritage home with river access, a private pool, and beautiful extra touches such as a homemade cake, sourdough, fresh butter, fresh eggs and champagne
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

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

Wonderful getaway

The property was like staying in a museum of Kangaroo Valley, but with modern amenities. Fully equipped kitchen, and nice welcoming staples, which were important as we arrived after the stores in Kangaroo Valley had closed for the day. There were lots of places to sit a relax with others or on your own. Walk to town was very enjoyable. I would recommend this for adults, as I know I would not have relaxed with children around because of all the wonderful dishes and ornaments. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabel V.

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

Great stay at Hampden House.

Karen is a lovely host and made us feel very welcome. Karen provided for our grandchildren which assisted us greatly. A lovely weekend. Thank you Karen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C., Narooma Australia

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

Weekend bliss

We had a delightful two nights in Kangaroo Valley staying at Hampden House. It is a charming house and garden with everything you could need. It is a credit to its owner Karen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Charmain M.

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

G

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin E.

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

Simply Amazing

What a credit to Karen our host , previous reviews say it all, we were there for a wedding other than that we just sat back and enjoyed the property did not need to go anywhere else . short 10 minute walk to the cafes etc Thank you Karen we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma w.

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

Amazing stay

The property is amazing with every single detail thought about. The extra touches were amazing. Nothing to bring with you just come and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

yang x.

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

Warming and charming

Unforgetable experience!!! Can hear the river and the birds, can smell the grass and the firewood. Relaxing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy-Lou M.

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

Perfect historical home

Thank you Karen for sharing your historical home. Attention to detail was outstanding. Freshly cut roses from the garden were placed in every room. Peaceful location in tranquil gardens. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda H.

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

Blissfully addictive!

This was our third stay at Hampden House, and it won't be our last. If you are looking for a place where your every day life anxieties melt away; a place where the host invests her time to make sure your time is perfect; and a place you will want to return to time and time again then this property is for you. Karen, thank you for another magical memory filled stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Great lication

There for a memorial which was sad but the quirkiness of the property lifted us
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A magical property

This property is a hidden gem. From the moment you walk through the front door you feel so warm and welcomed. I would highly recommend this property. The host Karen has catered for your evey need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Wedding weekend

We were visiting Kangaroo Valley for a family friend’s wedding. We booked into Hampton House and the house was amazing. Beautiful old house with surprises at every turn. Felt like we’d gone back in time with all the family memorabilia in the house Fantastic location. Thanks you for allowing us to share you family house for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

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

Easter @ Hampton House

We had the most amazing weekend at Hampton House. The hospitality of the owner was just wonderful. I have never felt so welcomed before. Thank you so much Karen. The property is so private and peaceful. We had so much fun with the pool and the kids loved playing in the river. We will love to come back again one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Everything you need

In a lovely part of Australia, the property is very well equipped and has everything you need. The host responds quickly and leaves some food and drink essentials for use during the stay. The property has a nice homely feel with plenty of areas outside to sit and relax. It’s a short walk to the village where there are a few shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isolde k.

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

Great holiday

We loved the facilities, views, garden and local bread, butter, honey, chocolates, champagne, wine and sherry, and also the fresh garden flowers. We felt very rejuvenated and grateful. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynley W.

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

Kangaroo Valley

The property is set in a lovely garden and you can walk down to the river. It is tranquel and pretty. Easy walk into the village and lots of thoughtful extras left by the owner.

10/10 Excellent

Jennie H.

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

A beautiful relaxing getaway

Such a lovely place to stay Beautiful house on beautiful grounds. The house is like taking a step back in time. Full of antiques and wonderfully put together, with lovely cosy bedrooms. Right in the heart of the village a perfect location. The garden is wonderful and it leads right down to the river. Karen is a perfect host and puts out some delicious goodies for your stay. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette B.

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

Sensational

From the moment we walked in the front door, it was the WOW factor!! This house and property is truly magnificent. Steeped in family history, and a real warm feeling of home. Karen is the perfect host, leaving many indulgent treats for us to all enjoy! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay enjoying exploring the house and garden and a dip in the pool. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Karen Beeston

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l am the lucky custodian of Hampden House. A family home that was given to me by my grandmother and given to her by her mother, my great great grandmother. Five generations of the Jarrett / Wright family have lived at Hampden House. I have raised my five children in this home and there are many happy memories. I am now honoured to be able to share this unique home with you filled with my family’s treasures and you will enjoy the peace that is a home away from home.

Why they chose this property

If you are looking for something unique and special, Hampden House is waiting for you. l will prepare the property especially for you. l am sharing with you a home that has been in my family for five generation. Enjoy my great grandmothers bed, explore the acres of garden and pick mandarins from her fruit trees, swim in the river and the pool or maybe catch a fish for the BBQ, coffee on the veranda, read a book under a tree, stroll to the village and much more it is all there.

What makes this property unique

Your home away from home, a unique experience to relax and be totally taken back to a place where the place of life is less demanding. Enjoy your family and friends.

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