McDonald cottage - wine country getaway - Pokolbin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Pokolbin, NSW

Audrey Wilkinson Winery5 min walk
Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club6 min drive
Hunter Valley Gardens9 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

McDonald cottage - wine country getaway

McDonald cottage is one of five cottages at Glen Ayr Cottages, situated in the heart of Pokolbin vineyards, five minutes' drive from Hunter Gardens, concert venues, and many wineries. McDonald is a comfortable three-bedroom cottage with two queen beds and twin singles. It has one bathroom. It has a large living and kitchen area with an open fire and air-conditioning. The kitchen is fully equipped, and all linen is provided.

The cottage is kept meticulously clean by our long-term housekeeper, who uses alcohol-based cleaning agents.

McDonald cottage is an hour and forty-five minutes' drive from the beginning of the M1 Motorway (Pacific Highway) at Wahroonga, and an hour from the centre of Newcastle. Despite being within five minutes' drive of many large wineries, it is quiet and secluded. It looks towards the neighbouring Audrey Wilkinson's vineyard from its verandah. Nearby attractions include wine tasting, fine restaurants, galleries, horse riding, hot air ballooning, bushwalking, golfing and sky diving.

There is also a great variety of birds and other wildlife in the surrounding area, including kangaroos and frill-necked lizards; kangaroos often graze in front of the cottage.

McDonald is comfortable and clean.

We charge per guest. A minimum of two guests is required for weekend bookings.

If you wish to make a booking, we ask for a twenty percent deposit.

Please contact the owners if you have any enquiries.

Property manager

WILLIAM LANE

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property registration number 94341719170

About the area

Pokolbin

Located in Pokolbin, this cottage is next to a golf course. Audrey Wilkinson Winery and Great North Walk Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hunter Valley Gardens and Werakata National Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Tyrrell's Wines and Roche Estate. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.

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What's nearby

Audrey Wilkinson Winery - 5 min walk
Ben Ean Cellar - 3 min drive
Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club - 6 min drive
Roche Estate - 6 min drive
Hunter Valley Gardens - 9 min drive

Getting around

Branxton Station - 20 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

Oak & Vine - 5 min drive
The Smelly Cheese Shop - 6 min drive
Tempus Two Winery - 7 min drive
Brokenwood Wines - 5 min drive
Taste of the Country - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is McDonald cottage - wine country getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at McDonald cottage - wine country getaway?

As of 16 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McDonald cottage - wine country getaway on 29 Apr 2024 start from AU$280.0, 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.

What time is check-in at McDonald cottage - wine country getaway?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at McDonald cottage - wine country getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is McDonald cottage - wine country getaway located?

Situated in Pokolbin, this golf cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Audrey Wilkinson Winery, Great North Walk Trailhead and Tulloch Wines. Ben Ean Cellar and Usher Tinkler Wines are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin D.

12 Apr 2024

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

Weekend holiday in the hunter

The cottage was fantastic. Clean, easy to access, quiet. The online photos don’t do it justice- it’s a lot better and comfortable than it looks. Fireplace was perfect for the cold winter night.

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mathew H.

21 Dec 2023

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

Great place to stay

The owner was extremely helpful and accomodating. The Cottage was very clean and self contained. Very Comfortable while relatively close to Cessnock, but enough distance to still have peaceful tranquillity. Great views at an affordable price amongst many wineries in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

alinda s.

12 Nov 2023

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

Hidden treasure

We had an amazing weekend. House is comfortable and has everything needed. Majestic views. Perfect stay for a weekend with friends. Close to everything. Walking distance to a few wineries. Everything was smooth. If I had to pick something would be the shower head. Not enough flow and streams in different direction. That is just a minor thing, otherwise happy and would definitely come back again. Ps. Late check out was a plus!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie S.

24 Oct 2023

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

Quick stay

Great spot and fantastic manager. Will definitely stay again

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P., Lawson, Australia

16 Oct 2023

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

Great value

We enjoyed our stay at McDonald Cottage very much. It was clean and comfortable with a well set out floor plan. All amenities were provided. It was in a calm and quiet environment and it would be ideal for a longer stay. The price was very reasonable. An important improvement I would suggest is that a ramp be installed for people with mobility issues. The stairs and uneven ground were a bit of a challenge for one of our party.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023