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Rural retreat and family friendly

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Room
Property grounds
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Fenced yard
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony or patio

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rural retreat and family friendly

Albens is a peaceful rural retreat set on a farm close to Orange. You have exclusive use of the comfortable, new, fully self contained cottage. on a rural property just 10 minutes drive from Orange. A winery is within walking distance. It is an ideal place to base yourself to explore the picturesque Orange area. You may also choose to just unwind, read, have conversations with friends and family, paint or sketch, watch the nesting birds or enjoy the expansive rural views from the comfortable and well appointed cottage. Whether you are visiting for Wine and food weekend, the field days, visiting the vibrant town of Orange , exploring the district or just a relaxing stay in the country, Albens cottage is a ideal for you.

From the cottage are wonderful expansive views and over 25 species of birds have been seen on the farm, many nesting in the stand of Albens eucalypts adjacent to the house. Sunsets and the night sky are spectacular.

The comfortable 2 bedroom cottage sleeps 4 people . The kitchen is fully equipped and a large dining table is in the open plan living area. A slow combustion fire can be lit to warm the cottage and provides a wonderful ambiance. There is a wood pile near the door for your use. The terrace provides a great place to sit and admire the views for sunset drinks, sampling your newly purchased local wines.

There is much wildlife near the cottage. You are most likely to see kangaroos grazing and might be lucky enough to see the echidna wondering by. You will see many parrots and other birds.
There is a welcome basket with breakfast items including cereal, fruit, tea, coffee and milk.
The cottage is fully equipped and all linen and towels are provided. You can prepare your own meals, go out to one of the fabulous cafes and restaurants in Orange or bring in your takeaway.

We have just redone our driveway so it is now all weather and is suitable for all vehicles. It provides easy access to the cottage, with a sheltered entrance to the cottage.

We welcome you to stay at Albens cottage, on our lovely rural grazing props located just 10 minutes from Orange.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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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

As we are on tank water please limit the length of or showers to 3 minutes. Thank you for your consideration.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2800, PID-STRA-13223
Property # 9498132
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Orange

Located in Orange, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Canobolas Reserve and Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area, while Orange Civic Theatre and Orange Regional Gallery are cultural highlights. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails, cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Orange, NSW

Getting around

  • Orange East Fork Station - 16 min drive
  • Orange, NSW (OAG) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gladstone Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Choox - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Robin Hood Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Badlands Brewery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural retreat and family friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rural retreat and family friendly?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rural retreat and family friendly on 19 May 2026 start from AU$245, 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 Rural retreat and family friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural retreat and family friendly?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural retreat and family friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rural retreat and family friendly located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Orange Botanic Gardens, Cook Park and Duntryleague Country Club. Orange City Library and Orange Civic Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 39 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful place with the most amazing views! This was our 4th stay and we will come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothea Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay there. Very peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Llewella C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect spot! Comfy extremely clean, warm and relaxed.So close to activity but so far away in scenery from town. Rolling hills, food provided and cattle nearby were unexpected. Fantastic bird life....thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
Hi Llewella, I’m so pleased you enjoyed your stay. I’m so glad you enjoyed the cattle and their baby calves. There was another new calf this morning! Regards Sarah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cris P.

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

Fantastic location

Beautiful surroundings. Quite relaxing place to stay. Great family holiday with young kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Volker L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! This was one of the best holiday / long weekend accommodations we have ever been into. The location and the views from the terrace both morning with a tea or coffee and on sun-set with an Orange wine were the highlight. The house is exactly how it is advertised, clean, spacious, high quality throughout. Great kitchen with all we needed. Beautiful night sky, bird life and a peaceful atmosphere with views to the hills and horizon only 15min to Orange. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack J.

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

Gorgeous farm stay

Lovely, isolated property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2024
We love the serenity of the cottage and the natural rural outlook whilst only being 10 mins from Orange.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisha A.

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

Great cottage with superb views

This is a great location, not far from town, but so peaceful and serene. Well provisioned and everything was in good working order, it made for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2024
It was a pleasure having you stay Alisha. Thanks for your comments.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Therese N.

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

Beautiful location and lovely accommodation

Located just 10 minutes from town in a gorgeous rural setting. Everything supplied for a weekend stay including light breakfast and Easter treats. A spacious and comfortable cottage for 4 adults.Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Fantastic stay!

We had an amazing stay at Sarah’s place. The house is great, well appointed and the view is terrific! It’s a perfect place to discover Orange and its surroundings. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2021
You are welcome back anytime Sarah. I'm thrilled you had such a fantastic stay at Albens.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Amazing place!!!

It was our 2nd stay at Alben and it was as amazing as the 1st time! The cottage is beautiful, very clean and perfectly appointed! The view on the landscape is fantastic! Perfect location to visit Orange and its surroundings!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Thank you Sarah for your kind review. I’m so pleased you have enjoyed your stay at Albens again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Great- comfortable and clean

Comfy, clean, great kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike h.

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

Great spot. Lovely house and environment

Great place. Quiet and peaceful. Not too far out of town but far enough to be surrounded by beautiful countryside. House is well appointed. Looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2022
Hi Mike, I’m so pleased you enjoyed yourselves, Sarah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KIM L.

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

Great little getaway

We had a wonderful relaxing stay at Alben's Cottage. It's a remote spot set in its own plot of land with beautiful views. Big kitchen and living area with views. Note that the driveway will be a bit slippy in heavy rain, but we made it in our trusty tiny hatchback :) hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed you staying with us Kim and thanks for your lovely comments. The driveway is booked in for reconstruction in early November, so should be fine once that’s done. We look forward to you returning to Albens.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle H.

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

Wonderful weekend away

Beautiful tranquil farm stay, only about a 15 min drive from Orange. Close enough to enjoy good food and wine in town but far away enough to feel off grid. The firewood provisions are very generous and the house has all the modern amenities. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Quiet retreat with amazing views

Quiet family getaway, clean and all kitchen accessories required to enjoy a reinvigorating stay in the middle of the hilly outskirt of Orange. Amazing 360 views on the valley. 5 mins drive to a well-known quality coffee / grocer's, and 10 mins to the town centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2021
Thank you John, we love the proximity to Orange too but with the sense of remoteness you get with the views from the cottage and the drive along the pretty lane. Did you have the opportunity to taste the nearby Bloodwood wines?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Charming Country Treasure

A lovely modern house with gorgeous country views surrounded by farms. Warm and cosey house, all comforts provided. Good communication and local advice from Sarah. Will be back for another fam holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2022
Thanks so much Michael, I'm so glad you all enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony Z.

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

easy to communicate

nice experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS B.

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

Paradise in the country

The cottage is in a beautiful location and is completely clean and well appointed with all you need for a stay and more. You can plan to take a book but will be distracted by the lovely view all the time. The changing colours at sunset are a special highlight. As are the night sky stars. Only a short drive to town and local highlights like Mount and Lake Canabolas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2021
We love the views and the birds too. I meant to ask you how you found the new driveway? It is substantially easier to drive on now for all vehicle types.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren O.

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

Easter in Orange

We had the best long weekend in this house. The views are amazing, watching the sunset and sunrise. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Our kids loves seeing the cows and other animals around the property too. Great garden for an Easter Egg hunt. Would come back again for a weekend. Not too far to drive to Orange, but lovely and peaceful back at the house. Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2024
Thanks Lauren , so glad you enjoyed your stay as much as we do. By the way, mother and calf are happily together.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad R.

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

Beautiful place for a quiet getaway

A beautiful secluded place will all modern amenities. Animals around the property are friendly and curious. Enjoyed the star filled night sky which is almost nonexistent in cities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suk Fung N.

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

Serene environment, clean interiors

The house is beautiful and the surrounding area is quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine M.

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

Clean modern house on a lovely country hill.

This house was spacious and well-appointed. It's very clean and modern with good heating. The view is lovely. It's close enough to Orange while still nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inshaa A.

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

Lovely place to relax and unwind

It was lovely staying in this cottage! We were visited by some wallabies early in the morning and were able to do some fun local activities. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thanks so much for staying with us Inshaa, I’m so pleased you enjoyed yourselves.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myles K.

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

Great family getaway

Great house for a family to get away from the city. It’s quiet and at night you can look up at the galaxy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

Relaxing week-end

A well-appointed, beautifully situated property, only a short drive from town. We enjoyed the beautiful views, the sunset and the starry sky. The kids loved having the cows and horses around, and even saw an echidna early in the morning! The perfect place to relax and recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sarah

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We have lived in Orange for over 20 years and can help you plan your stay in this beautiful district. We love farming this undulating and partially wooded property but currently have our home in town , so you can experience the beauty of the farm yourself.

Why they chose this property

This property is towards the end of a quiet country lane. You will see lovely views to Mt Canobolas and you will drive past a couple of vineyards. It provides a quiet place to unwind and relax. Although there is no wi-fi provided, reception is strong. The cottage is close to town but gives you complete peacefulness and a restful, natural environment, ideal for relaxing and recharging yourselves.

What makes this property unique

Sunsets are spectacular. The old growth Albens eucalypts behind the cottage provide homes to many birds. Rural retreat close to town.

Languages:

English

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