Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

Is breakfast offered, and what are the details?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately AUD 11.95 per person.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

The standard check-in time is 2:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:30 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Guests are encouraged to contact the property for specific accessibility needs.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Quorrobolong, a 5-minute drive from Werakata State Conservation Area and 6 minutes from Werakata National Park. It is approximately 14.7 miles (23.7 km) from Hunter Valley Gardens.

Hunter Valley Retreat

What guests think

At Hunter Valley Retreat, reviews highlight a peaceful bush setting and friendly staff, with many guests appreciating the pet friendly policy, simple value stays, and generally comfortable spaces suitable for quiet getaways, events, or winery visits.

Rooms are basic, and several reviews note limited heating or no air conditioning, variable in room kitchen setups, and unreliable or absent Wi-Fi. Cleanliness feedback is mixed, with many finding spaces clean while others reported stained linens, musty smells, or dated fittings. Expect a simple, quiet rural stay with modest, no frills amenities.

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Facilities

Pet friendly stays are a clear highlight, and a communal fire pit plus shared BBQ/microwave were noted. Kitchen setups vary by unit and information about them can be unclear.

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Gwendoline

7 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Mainly good dog friendly bush surrounds and enjoable walks .units comfortable and staff lovely microwave and bbq outside of breakfast room for all to use.we enjoyed a relaxing day thank you

10

malcolm

16 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was the second stay, for my family. Again we found it great, multiple rooms, pet friendly and conveniently located. Highly recommended

8

Trudi

7 Feb 2023

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Stayed -11 nights

Nice clean private room, very quiet, perfect place to rest for the night when travelling. Loved that we were allowed our Dog in the room. Staff were very helpful and polite aswell.

10

Nadia

29 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the Hunters retreat, it was pet friendly, everybody was very helpful and friendly, they had a bonfire with marshmallows for the kids. The rooms were clean great value for money. We will be back!

10

Ying

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Can’t recommend this retreat more than enough! Firstly it is pet friendly accommodation which you can bring your furry babies with you for free staying. Secondly my car was broken down on the second day of staying. Katrina the owner offered so much help to us. Taking us to town to get lunch. Let us to check out whenever we are ready. Nice environment and friendly people and friendly dogs . Would definitely love to come back.

8

Debra

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a fire pit was which was lit at night, we enjoyed this. The continental breakfast was simple but nice, the facilities were clean. I’d recommend this accommodation for large groups or for a simple quiet weekend away.

10

malcolm

7 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place in convenient location for us. Pet friendly also. Highly recommend

4

Sandy

9 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

It lacked any kitchen facilities besides a microwave, jug when it was a unit away from food . Had no sink to wAsh dishes and had to do in hand basin… yuk! Smelt mouldy. Was noisy with neibouring unit. Needed a fixed shower as handheld situated near opening edge kept spinning out. Just could have been cosy and inviting in the woods.

10

Melissa

31 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant experience and convenient place to stay with dog

8

Jean

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful break in the countryside. Friendly and helpful receptionist. Not too far from Newcastle’s beaches. Would have been helpful if room type description had more information about kitchen facilities. We weren’t sure if it had a hob/ oven (which it did in the 2-bedroom). Had to make another trip to the shops for Appropriate food once we sure of facilities.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many guests found rooms and grounds clean, but others reported stained linens, musty odors, and worn furnishings.

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Ronald

29 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

very clean and quiet

10

Nadia

29 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the Hunters retreat, it was pet friendly, everybody was very helpful and friendly, they had a bonfire with marshmallows for the kids. The rooms were clean great value for money. We will be back!

4

Andrew

29 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bed linen was stained, furniture was budget and dirty, bed was uncomfortable, room was smelly and hot, never again!

8

Enoka

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in a small studio apartmemt for one night which met all our needs. The location is beautiful and rhe staff are friendly. It was clean and tidy.

10

Alex

5 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great little gem. Everything is a bit old but very clean and pet friendly.

4

Harry

24 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The owner was super nice, had to call her in the middle of the night and she had to clean the bed with one of the cleaners! Open the bed sheet before we about to go to sleep, what a fright, human hair, dog hair, pubes etc! The room was clean, the bed was made, but it looks like when you open the spread it wasn’t done, they just covered it up! Not a great experience! As much I wanted to put a good review it’s hard not to tell the truth! It’s a bit worn down the rooms, needs major renovation and maintenance! Only thing I liked about the place are the owner and the cleaner, they were super nice and apologetic! Overall even though the price point is good, cleanliness takes a major factor! So sorry about this review, I wish I could wrote of something more nicer, but had to tell the truth! Need major repairs and maintenance, squeaky fan!

10

Patricia

30 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,355 nights

Very clean and well maintained. Basic accommodation but in a lovely setting.

8

Debra

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a fire pit was which was lit at night, we enjoyed this. The continental breakfast was simple but nice, the facilities were clean. I’d recommend this accommodation for large groups or for a simple quiet weekend away.

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Janelle

15 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were so musty it didn’t feel like a healthy place to be. The cabin was dank and poorly aired. We arrived after hours and found it very difficult to locate our cabin in the dark with poor/no lights (actually dangerous stumbling around the place trying to find the cabin).

4

Sandy

9 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

It lacked any kitchen facilities besides a microwave, jug when it was a unit away from food . Had no sink to wAsh dishes and had to do in hand basin… yuk! Smelt mouldy. Was noisy with neibouring unit. Needed a fixed shower as handheld situated near opening edge kept spinning out. Just could have been cosy and inviting in the woods.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic, often spacious and comfortable, but several reviews mention a lack of air conditioning and limited heating. Wi-Fi can be unavailable or unreliable, and in-room kitchen facilities differ between unit types.

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Caritta

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Unique bush land setting, stayed in a unit with everything you could need

6

Tanya

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was a lovely spot and people extremely friendly, only downfalls were the shower was extremely hard to regulate water temperature, was either too hot or too cold, wasted so much water trying to get to correct temp. Only other thing was there is no A/C and only a small fan heater for warmth. Other than those 2 things the place was perfect.

10

Ruth

17 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very quiet, plenty of space, great size bedrooms. It really is a lovely place to relax and just unwind.

6

Julianne

5 Jun 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Cold rooms not much for heating. Eat before you arraive or bring some food.

6

Paul

5 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good service but very basic rooms.

8

Enoka

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in a small studio apartmemt for one night which met all our needs. The location is beautiful and rhe staff are friendly. It was clean and tidy.

10

Carol

6 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is idyllic in itself and surroundings. Sealed roads, easy access and local to amenities. The only thing we missed was aircon - it was a 35C weekend - but otherwise great location. Katrina was so lovely and helpful and we would definitely stay there again.

2

Rodell

16 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No signal, wifi not working, no one available for help

4

John

27 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No Wi-Fi in units

10

Shae

10 Jun 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The experience from check in to check out was amazing, it was a quiet and lovely spot with everything we needed. It was an added bonus that it was pet-friendly and our Cavoodles were very happy amongst the bush land during our stay. The cabins were well-looked after and had everything you need for a stay; we were warm as toast in the middle of winter in the huge bedroom!

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Service

Staff are consistently friendly and accommodating, with some standout help from the owner and quick issue resolution. One review mentioned difficulty getting assistance after hours.

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8

Gwendoline

7 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Mainly good dog friendly bush surrounds and enjoable walks .units comfortable and staff lovely microwave and bbq outside of breakfast room for all to use.we enjoyed a relaxing day thank you

8

Trudi

7 Feb 2023

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Stayed -11 nights

Nice clean private room, very quiet, perfect place to rest for the night when travelling. Loved that we were allowed our Dog in the room. Staff were very helpful and polite aswell.

10

Rebecca

18 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The ladies at the reception were so friendly and accommodating. Stayed for a concert in the Hunter, waa a great location. Nice, peaceful bush setting.

10

Carol

6 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is idyllic in itself and surroundings. Sealed roads, easy access and local to amenities. The only thing we missed was aircon - it was a 35C weekend - but otherwise great location. Katrina was so lovely and helpful and we would definitely stay there again.

10

Ying

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Can’t recommend this retreat more than enough! Firstly it is pet friendly accommodation which you can bring your furry babies with you for free staying. Secondly my car was broken down on the second day of staying. Katrina the owner offered so much help to us. Taking us to town to get lunch. Let us to check out whenever we are ready. Nice environment and friendly people and friendly dogs . Would definitely love to come back.

2

Rodell

16 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No signal, wifi not working, no one available for help

10

Mick

3 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location. Close enough to wineries and transfers to concert was superb. unfortunate double charged (Wotif and resort) but rectified quickly and efficiently. Definately be going back.

10

Nicola

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely location. Friendly staff.

10

Jorden

27 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A few days getaway with peace and quiet. Staff were amazing and so attentive we will be back for sure! Highly recommended if you’re chasing some zen and peace and quite out in nature away from the word.

8

Jean

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful break in the countryside. Friendly and helpful receptionist. Not too far from Newcastle’s beaches. Would have been helpful if room type description had more information about kitchen facilities. We weren’t sure if it had a hob/ oven (which it did in the 2-bedroom). Had to make another trip to the shops for Appropriate food once we sure of facilities.

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Location

Peaceful bushland setting that is quiet and relaxing, with convenient access to wineries and the Newcastle area.

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malcolm

16 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was the second stay, for my family. Again we found it great, multiple rooms, pet friendly and conveniently located. Highly recommended

10

malcolm

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A beautiful, peaceful place, conveniently located for our commitments in Newcastle. Clean, comfortable rooms

10

Rebecca

18 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The ladies at the reception were so friendly and accommodating. Stayed for a concert in the Hunter, waa a great location. Nice, peaceful bush setting.

8

Bonita

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

A nice place to enjoy peace and tranquillity

10

Mick

3 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location. Close enough to wineries and transfers to concert was superb. unfortunate double charged (Wotif and resort) but rectified quickly and efficiently. Definately be going back.

10

Nicola

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely location. Friendly staff.

10

Jorden

27 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A few days getaway with peace and quiet. Staff were amazing and so attentive we will be back for sure! Highly recommended if you’re chasing some zen and peace and quite out in nature away from the word.

10

william

9 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Decided to stay here Saturday night after going to the airshow in cessnock because they had reasonable prices compared to town. Plus it is nice and quiet to being in the bush about 10.8km from town.

8

Jean

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful break in the countryside. Friendly and helpful receptionist. Not too far from Newcastle’s beaches. Would have been helpful if room type description had more information about kitchen facilities. We weren’t sure if it had a hob/ oven (which it did in the 2-bedroom). Had to make another trip to the shops for Appropriate food once we sure of facilities.

8

Robert

3 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,356 nights

Is well set out on a large property so is really quiet and well laid back.

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Dining

Not enough information in reviews.

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Gwendoline

7 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Mainly good dog friendly bush surrounds and enjoable walks .units comfortable and staff lovely microwave and bbq outside of breakfast room for all to use.we enjoyed a relaxing day thank you

6

Julianne

5 Jun 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Cold rooms not much for heating. Eat before you arraive or bring some food.

8

Debra

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a fire pit was which was lit at night, we enjoyed this. The continental breakfast was simple but nice, the facilities were clean. I’d recommend this accommodation for large groups or for a simple quiet weekend away.

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Hunter Valley Retreat

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