Perfect retreat for friends and family surrounded by mountains and meadows

Escape to a truly serene rural retreat that takes you away from the hustle of life. Less than 2 hrs from Sydney, discover a hidden world of walks and mountain hikes, trails for mountain biking and beautiful spots for picnics and stargazing at night. The 4 BR full brick Chalet has a fully equipped kitchen and 2 living areas. With a slow combustion and 2 open fireplaces, split system aircon in every BR, this is your cosy home away from home for family and friends to be refreshed together. The space Set on over 200 acres of undulating paddocks and mountains, enjoy total privacy and endless places to explore. Enter via a 650m dirt driveway that puts civilisation far behind you as you approach the undulating fields and mountainside leading up to the Chalet. Behind the house are multiple directions to walk the two mountains that surround the escarpment, and beautiful bushland of established native rainforest to explore. The trails behind the fences are protected areas of bushland which house some endangered species of purple butterflies and white flying possums. You may spot them if you're lucky! The whole property is open for walking and trail biking but in view of the beautiful habitat it is to the animals, tread lightly. Be mindful that the bush and farmland comes with its ecosystem of animals, insects, sometimes sharp/prickly foliage. Get ready for an outdoor adventure! Please always wear enclosed shoes to keep you safe and comfy when bushwalking and exploring the wild and beautiful surrounds. We have 4x 2-way radio comms to use to help you stay in contact with one another as you enjoy exploring. We have resident ponies in the paddock behind the house that you can say hi to and hand feed grass from the gate. Be mindful of the electric fencing and for safety do not enter the paddock or open the gates. They are friendly but strictly not for riding! The House: All set on over 300sqm of split level living with high raked cedar ceilings and original brick features, the house overlooks multiple views of the surrounding mountainscape. The room configuration is as follows: Bedroom 1: Queen bed Bedroom 2 (up 4 stairs): 2 x Single beds that can be joined as a King Bedroom 3 (also up the 4 stairs): Bunk bed with pull out 3rd single mattress) Bedroom 4 (down 4 stairs) tri bunk with double on the lower and single on the upper, optional pull out 3rd mattress Small Study: Single daybed Kitchen & Dining There are two dining tables, set up ideally one for children and the other for adults! There are bbq facilities outside, as well as the fully equipped modern farmhouse kitchen with double oven and 80cm stovetop, dishwasher and plenty of communal bench space to prepare feasts together. Plenty of chopping boards, knives and cutlery to enjoy your meals and the preparation of them! Living spaces The large living space is fully equipped with projector for plugging in your laptop to watch on 'big screen' on the white walls any of your TV content subscriptions! Simple instructions to connect up are on the premises. Free wifi of course. The sunken lounge with its own open fireplace is set up for boardgames, good conversation and a bit of music if you're inclined to play the keyboard or bring along your own instruments. Beautiful views from every window. Bathrooms The main bathroom on the upper level is multi-functional with communal double vanity and to the right the bath, to the left the shower, each with its own bifold door. The WC is adjacent. The second bathroom with WC, shower and vanity is a small ensuite set opposite the Queen bedroom for easy access. Laundry Top loader and dryer are available for use during your stay, washing powder complimentary. Rental includes access to entire property. Linen, towels, pillows and bedding all provided. Electric blankets supplied for guests to use if they choose.