THE BARRINGTONS COUNTRY RETREAT - The ultimate wilderness escape !

Accommodation Options

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Current Rates

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Finalist - 2003 Excellence Awards for Unique Accommodation

Just 150 minutes from Sydney, 75 minutes from Newcastle and nestled in the foothills of the Barrington Tops World Heritage Wilderness, there is a perfect place to escape, unwind and recharge.

• Secluded Luxury Lodges
• Log Cabins
• A la Carte Restaurant
• Horseriding * Mountain Bikes
• Swimming *Tennis *Bushwalking
• Massage * Spa Baths * Jacuzzis * Log Fires
• Wildlife * Peace and Serenity * Much more!

The Barringtons Country Retreat is situated on 300 acres, surrounded by the Barrington Tops National Park, the pristine Chichester Dam and lush green rolling hills looking down Bellbird Valley. Blended amongst the hills are TWENTY-FIVE SECLUDED PRIVATE LODGES and with SIX COMFORTABLE LOG CABINS located closer to the retreat. Our accommodation caters for everyone – for that romantic short break, honeymooners, quality time for family or friends, groups and small conferences.

Our accommodation is unique and offers total privacy, peace and tranquillity.

The lodges and log cabins have crackling log fires, full corner spa-baths, TV, video and CD sound systems. Several lodges boast billiard tables, and jacuzis, guaranteed to soothe and pamper you.

All lodges are extremely well appointed and are rated 4½ STAR by the NRMA.

Want to totally indulge and forget the cooking. The Country Retreat also boasts an excellent A LA CARTE LICENSED RESTAURANT.

Accommodation packages including meals are available or if self-catering, you are more than welcome to dine in the comfort of our log fire and air-conditioned restaurant. Sumptuous country breakfasts, hearty lunches and fine cuisine for dinner, complimented with a fine wine from our boutique range of Australian wines.

You can relax, catch up with some reading, sit on your private verandah and watch the sun go down, gaze at the abundance of stars above or enjoy some more energetic activities such as TENNIS, MOUNTAIN BIKING, BUSHWALKING, SWIMMING, FISHING or taking a PEACEFUL HORSE TRAIL RIDE through the lush green hills and forests.

The Barringtons Country Retreat not only offers its guests a superb, peaceful, tranquil location, an easy drive only 180 minutes from Sydney and 65 minutes from Newcastle, but also warm and friendly personal service.

The natural beauty of the surrounding area with the ABUNDANCE OF NATIVE WILDLIFE AND BIRDLIFE combined with high quality food and accommodation will leave you with the desire to come back and experience us again and again.

Please let us know if your stay is a special occasion and we would be more than happy to assist with flowers, chocolates, wine or champagne to be awaiting your arrival.

WE WILL DO EVERYTHING IN OUR POWER TO MAKE YOUR STAY SPECIAL, AND AN EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER.

Location

The Barringtons Country Retreat - Chichester Dam Rd, Chichester Dam via Dungog.
Phone (02)49959269 Fax (02)49959279

Pricing

Rates from $70 per person per night. Less for 3 or more guests. Special mid-week packages available. Dinner, Bed and Breakfast packages also available.

CHECK-OUT our SPECIALS for SUMMER-SENIORS-KIDS-MID WEEK-YULEFEST and MEAL PACKAGES, and have a look at our WICKED WILDERNESS WEEKEND SPECIAL.

Facilities

Fully licensed A La Carte RESTAURANT, TENNIS, MOUNTAIN BIKE HIRE, PONY RIDES, HORSE TRAIL RIDES SWIMMING, KIDS PLAY AREA, golf course nearby, fishing, BBQ facilities, massage, self contained lodges with spas, log fires, billiard tables and reverse cycle air conditioning. CONFERENCE FACILITIES are also available.

Activities

Horse mountain trail rides, pony rides, mountain biking, swimming, tennis, bushwalking, bird watching, star gazing, photography, feeding wildlife.

Accreditation

NRMA AAA Tourism 4 1/2 Star Rating for the Lodges and 3 Star Log Cabins.

Conditions

All accommodation is a minimum 2 nights stay. Check-in is 2:00pm and Check-out is 11:00am (unless prior arrangements have been made). A cleaning fee will be charged if your accommodation is left in an unacceptable state of cleanliness.

Conditions do apply during School holiday - minimum 4 or more adults in the larger lodges.

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