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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

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Glen Innes, NSW

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming historic Schoolhouse Cottage


Step back in time and experience the charm of country life at Waterloo Schoolhouse — a beautifully restored cottage set within the historic gardens of Waterloo Station in the New England region of Northern New South Wales. This peaceful rural retreat offers the perfect place to slow down, relax and enjoy the beauty of the countryside.

The fully self-contained three-room cottage features a cosy queen bedroom with lounge seating and a slow combustion fireplace, perfect for warm, relaxing evenings. A modern kitchen is equipped with cooking facilities including a microwave, cooktop and a BBQ.

Guests are welcome to explore the property with on walking tracks, enjoy a game of tennis at the homestead court, or swim and fish in nearby Wellingrove Creek.

Surrounded by beautiful gardens that showcase the four seasons, Waterloo Schoolhouse is a tranquil country escape and a wonderful base to explore the New England region’s cafés, galleries and local events.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property registration number PID-STRA-20085
Property # 9210288
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Matheson

Located in Matheson, this cottage is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Glen Innes & District Historical Society and Australian Standing Stones are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Beardy Waters Bicentennial Woodlands and Kings Plains National Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Glen Innes, NSW

Getting around

  • Glen Innes Station - 18 min drive
  • Inverell, NSW (IVR) - 40 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming historic Schoolhouse Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming historic Schoolhouse Cottage?

As of 30 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming historic Schoolhouse Cottage on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$285, 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 Charming historic Schoolhouse Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming historic Schoolhouse Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming historic Schoolhouse Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming historic Schoolhouse Cottage located?

Situated in Matheson, this golf cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Glen Innes & District Historical Society, Land of the Beardies History House and Anzac Park. Glen Innes Town Hall is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) away.

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. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

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

Thoroughly enjoyable

Beautiful grounds, wonderful location. Watching the bunnies and hare romping around in the picture perfect gardens, fantastic. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2022
Thanks Phil for staying with us. I am so pleased you enjoyed taking a break at the schoolhouse. We hope you can get the time to come back again. Deb
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan W.

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

Secluded country retreat.

The beautiful surroundings and comfortable accommodation made for a relaxing escape from city dwelling. 1st photo shows the view from the verandah. 2nd photo is a sunset view. aAll in all we can highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Absolutely perfect

From the moment we drove up the driveway, we knew we had found a perfect spot to spend a couple of days. To be allowed to share a small part of this grand pastoral property was unbelievable, but to be pampered and spoilt in the manner we were was out of this world. The School House was ideal for a couple with ample provisions and amenities. For anyone who is looking for a little isolation and a quiet, peaceful location, this is the one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
That is the great thing about sharing the property with guests like David & Mabs. It makes it all worthwhile. Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure having you come & stay. Deb & Don
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoffrey C.

Historical glamour

Staying at Waterloo schoolhouse was quite an eye-opener. We were not expecting the magnificent homestead and the special touches to retain the wonderful historical value and stories of the property. The schoolhouse next door to the main house gave us the opportunity to enjoy the estate with our little piece of privacy. We enjoyed the thoughtfulness that has gone into providing guests with many added extras, especially around breakfast times! We also made some new friends with the family of possums who visited every night. Thank you so much to manager Kelly and her lovely daughter Laine for being so helpful and informative about absolutely everything, and for the wonderful guided tours of the homestead and the amazing renovated shearer’s lodgings! We are looking forward to returning hopefully sooner rather than later.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you Dianne & Geoff for your lovely comments. I am so pleased you had a nice time at the Waterloo Schoolhouse. I am very fortunate to have the best in staff to look after everything if I am not on the property. I do hope you will come back and stay with us again. The possums may be missing you! Best wishes Deborah Anderson
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Luxurious country retreat

Beautiful decor, lovely views and a restful stay. Stunning grounds to walk around. The cottage was so beautifully decorated. Breakfast items were mentioned in the description but I would advise that you bring your own. We found a half used packet of weetbix, 250ml milk, butter and jams. The place was so toasty warm. We paid $15 extra per night for firewood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda P.

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

Warm & embracing.

The School House and the broader Waterloo Station is really an unbelievable accomodation offering. A collection of important historic buildings brought back to life with an authentic vision and an unbridled execution. The School House was compact, warm & embracing, we felt completely at home. Deb was a most attentive and gracious host. We will return again soon. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Miranda & Paris were great communicators. We loved having them stay on the property. They left the accommodation spotless. I would recommend them to any future hosts and hope they come and stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The property is just beautiful and the cottage is just lovely, from the thoughtful renovation and the lovely fire that came in handy as it was cold however we were as warm as anything. The grounds of the main house is beautiful and quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah A.

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

Happy customers including pooch, Hank

The schoolhouse was just as described. We had a lovely stay and would definitely return. For us, no WiFi or phone reception (Telstra) was a great way to disconnect. The cottage received satellite TV so the hubby could still watch the footy. We were also pleasantly surprised that we could take our small pooch, Hank, who loved meeting Tilly and her little black and white buddy. They all made instant friends. The bed was very comfortable and warm. Cooking facilities were excellent. I was impressed by how quickly the water boiled in the induction stove top. Beautifully appointed and impeccable garden. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kylie P.

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

Amazing property!

We had the most amazing time at Waterloo Station. So relaxing and hassle free. Deb is an amazing host ! So lovely to deal with. Do yourself a favour and book some down time on this truly amazing and beautiful property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Rural bliss

We had booked the Schoolhouse cottage, but due to a double booking, Deborah upgraded us to the homestead. Wow! What an experience to stay in this grand old historic house. We loved everything - the sense of history, the gorgeous decor, the peaceful views from every window, relaxing in front of the fire, luxuriating in the bath with a view, rambling along the creek ... a truly wonderful stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H.

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

Charming school house.

We had 2 wonderful weeks at Waterloo, so quite and peaceful , great wood fire for the evenings made a perfect holiday and beautiful interior design. Deb and Don were so informative in giving us information on things we could see. Please visit the shearer’s quarters amazing. All the best Deb and Don and we are praying for rain for you. Regards Marilyn and Ray
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for coming to stay with us. We try and offer excellent accommodation, so guests like Marilyn & Ray who come for extended periods, for rest and relaxation, can enjoy everything we have on offer. We hope they will come back to visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

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

A rare find

We stumbled on this cottage (a refurbished schoolhouse) when we wanted some place for four days to chill out on our way home from Sydney to Brisbane. It is right beside the magnificent homestead at the heart of a sheep and cattle station about 18 kms from Glen Innes. Lots of space for walking and checking out the goings-on of a working station. For us it was sitting of the verandah during the day and at night in front of wood burning fireplace. Total relaxation! The owners are gradually renovating many of the buildings but this was neither a distraction nor a hindrance to our experience. Do yourself a favour and try something different.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gowrie S.

Pleasanr, comfortable & clean stay

Homely, cosy, comfortable bed & beautifully decorated. Bathroom was spacious & clean. The host was extremely helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you Gowrie, we really loved having you stay & missed saying goodbye to you. Hope to see you both again if you are visiting the New England. Best wishes Deborah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross S.

Waterloo Schoolhouse

Great spot to get away from it all. Would love to see it without the drought affect. Very friendly and welcoming and we were well looked after.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Waterloo Station has best 4 night stay we have ever had

What a brilliant place!!! Waterloo Station is one of the best places I have ever spent 4 nights, with the best accommodation, owners Debbie & Don, more than any other hosts went out of their way to make our stay memorable and they achieved that. All the best Debbie & Don.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig c.

The Great Escape

If you want to escape the rat race enjoy, the tranquillity of country life, good company, a good book, whilst the in the comforts of home , this is the place for you, well done Deb and Don , we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Great place to stay

Excellent property
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thanks Chris for staying. I'm so pleased you liked it. Kind regards Deborah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

A perfect retreat.

Thank you. Very welcoming, private and comfortable. Kitchen generously stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard R.

Waterloo was fabulous

Waterloo was a fabulous oasis of friendliness. We were enthralled by the serenity. We were captivated at having such a luxurious getaway in the hinterland of Glen Innes. We really are very thankfull at the opportunity to stay there and the guided tour of the big house was a bonus! The owners have done amazingly well at restoring this beautiful historic house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you Richard for your comments. Its wonderful meeting guests who have a wide range of interests, great personalities and also enjoy the finer things in life. We hope you and Carey come and stay with us again. I will forward on a wonderful photo I have of you both in the garden. Best wishes Deborah
Verified

8/10 Good

Tony Y.

Just Gorgeous.

A beautiful place to stay in an amazing part of New South Wales. Thank you to Dave and Kelly for their wonderful hospitality and helping to make us feel welcome. Kel, your hard work and attention to detail in the Schoolhouse is a credit to you. Tony and Leanne.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

What a great find!

We enjoyed two delightful days at Waterloo in the beautifully restored Old School House. We were met by hosts Deb and Don who could not have been more friendly. The School House was very comfortable with breakfast ingredients and Nespresso machine in the kitchen and a fire set ready to light in the fireplace. We sat on the veranda drinking tea and taking in Deb’s stunning garden. The property is really interesting and we spent both days walking around it. There is a babbling creek running through the property, expansive views from the ridges and an amazing shearing shed and newly restored shearers’ quarters. Deb has done a brilliant job on the design. You have to check out the giant ram in the kitchen! We were fortunate to get a couple of stunning sunsets to complete a top stay. We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
It's great having guests who explored and enjoyed the property and its history. We appreciate your wonderful comments. This certainly gives us inspiration to continue improving and offering the property for others to enjoy. Thank you both for your interesting conversations. We hope you will come back and visit us again. Deborah & Don
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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