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Clarendon Forest Retreat

4.5 star property
Luxurious 4.5-star cottage with in-room hot tubs

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Exterior
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
LED TV, DVD player
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
150 Coates Road, Possum Brush, NSW, 2430
  • The Big Buzz Fun Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Diamond Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Black Head Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Taree, NSW (TRO)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sanctuary Min 2 Nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sanctuary Min 2 Nights)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (The Hideaway)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (The Hideaway)

  • 160 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sanctuary (Min 5 Nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sanctuary (Min 5 Nights)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (The Chapel Min 2 nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (The Chapel Min 2 nights)

  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (The Chapel 1 night)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (The Chapel 1 night)

  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hideaway Min 5 Nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hideaway Min 5 Nights)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterlily Min 2 nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterlily Min 2 nights)

  • 230 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterlily Min 5 nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterlily Min 5 nights)

  • 230 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Talawahl Eco Lodge)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Talawahl Eco Lodge)

  • 270 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (The Chapel Min 5 nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (The Chapel Min 5 nights)

  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hideaway Min 2 Night)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hideaway Min 2 Night)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Summer House min 2 nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Summer House min 2 nights)

  • 160 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Talawahl Min 5 nights)

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Talawahl Min 5 nights)

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Talawahl Min 5 nights)

  • 270 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Summer House min 5 nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Summer House min 5 nights)

  • 160 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Summer House 1 night)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Summer House 1 night)

  • 160 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Sanctuary)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Sanctuary)

  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterlily)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterlily)

  • 230 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Hideaway)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Hideaway)

  • 160 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Hideaway Min 5N)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Hideaway Min 5N)

  • 160 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Hideaway Min 2N)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Hideaway Min 2N)

  • 160 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Talawahl Min 2 nights)

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Talawahl Min 2 nights)

  • 270 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the area

Possum Brush

Possum Brush retreat .At this Possum Brush cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Talawahl Nature Reserve and 3 miles (5 km) of Talawahl State Conservation Area. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Riverside Park and The National Motorcycle Museum.
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What's nearby

  • The Big Buzz Fun Park - 25 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Diamond Beach - 25 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Taree Central - 31 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Manning Base Hospital - 31 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Black Head Beach - 33 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Taree Station - 32 min drive
  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greenhouse Cottage - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Nabiac Cafe Takeaway - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Rivz Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Clarence Fisheries - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Whatever Cafe & Gallery - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Clarendon Forest Retreat

Luxurious 4.5-star cottage with in-room hot tubs
Clarendon Forest Retreat offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a hot tub. Event space at this cottage measures 200 square feet (19 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Clarendon Forest Retreat. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Possum Brush cottage is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 8 buildings
  • 200 sq ft of conference space
  • 19 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2000
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Clarendon Forest Retreat offers 6 accommodations with private hot tubs and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Accommodations at this 4.5-star cottage have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). LED televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, and body treatments.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Private hot tub
  • Hot tub
  • Massages
  • Spa services
  • Body treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Cribs (infant beds): AUD 30 per night
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra beds: AUD 25.00 per night

Bathrooms

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • LED TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Conference space (200 square feet)

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • AUD 20 per pet per night
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • Food and water bowls are available

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Tennis on site
  • Volleyball on site
  • Basketball on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 6 rooms
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 2000
  • Individually furnished

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 20 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.00 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: AUD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open October 01 and close April 30.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Clarendon Forest Retreat Apartment
Clarendon Forest Retreat Apartment Taree
Clarendon Forest Retreat Taree
Clarendon Retreat
Clarendon Forest Retreat House Possum Brush
Clarendon Forest Retreat House
Clarendon Forest Retreat Possum Brush
Clarendon Forest Retreat
Clarendon Forest Retreat Cottage
Clarendon Forest Retreat Possum Brush
Clarendon Forest Retreat Cottage Possum Brush

Clarendon Forest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was like stepping back in time. All the beautiful touches and the modern appliances worked beautifully. Loved everything about the sanctuary. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful accommodation, quiet, peaceful, fabulous hot tub, easy check in and out, fully self-contained
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful place to escape the daily grind.... Quite and peaceful.. The Summer House was amazing with attention to detail spot on....
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to unwind!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil, private, clean and organised. So quiet, Great native wild life to see and great bushwalking trails
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Montanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful is the only word I have. The drive in does have a gravel road so make sure your vehicle is suitable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Relaxation time
A great place to sit back and unwind. The spa on the deck was fantastic. A must stay location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Superb!
Amazing stay :)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Pleasant cabin in a peaceful area
Beautiful cabin in a lovely area. A little bit pricey, but a nice escape from the busy coastal areas. There was a stretch of unsealed road to access the property that I wasn’t expecting, but the road was well maintained. I didn’t love the indoor spa, the chlorine smell pervaded the rest of the cabin and the wall separating the area didn’t go all the way to the ceiling, so no way to shut it off entirely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Awesome.... Relaxing ...... Quiet.......
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage we stayed in was beautifully decorated with a combustion fire and jacuzzi. The view from the veranda is gorgeous. The couple who run the property are friendly and helpful. A perfect place to relax surrounded by nature. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazeballs!!!
The best all round. Absolutely stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Secluded retreat!
Incredibly secluded location, so be sure to take some provisions! We only stayed overnight, and didn't get much time to explore, but the location is pretty amazing and would be nice to explore!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and relaxing.
Excellent as usual.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and beautiful. The Chapel was lovely and the overall grounds were great. Recommend for couples getaway. The spa is great too. 20-25 minutes drive to Forster. Only negatives, They need blinds on bedroom windows so 5am sunrise doesn't wake you and spa is very loud when it's heating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious, scenic getaway perfect for 3 families!
A fabulous weekend away for 3 couples with young children. The Tara lodge accommodated our group really well in terms of size. Plenty of space for the kids to run around outside in the cool fresh air. The lodge was far enough away from other cabins to feel like we were the only ones on the property. The jacuzzi was a nice added activity with a beautiful view. There were kangaroos visible close to the house which was lovely for the kids. Our only feedback is that it would be a 10/10 if there was a fire place inside or a firepit outside. it feels a bit bizarre being out on a beautiful property and sitting inside in the air con as in the evening. I believe all the other cabins do have fire places so one in the Tara lodge would be amazing. The tiles outside next to the jacuzzi are very slippery so beware with kids after getting out of the water. All in all we loved it and will be heading back for another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully relaxing, very quiet
Loved our stay here, peace and quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and spectacular views
Amazing outlook and great romantic room

10/10 Excellent

Murray’s, Sydney, NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome experience
Beautiful scenery and gorgeous house. The kids and I loved every moment. Will definitely be back for more.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Truly romantic
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Heidi, Richmond NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Cottage with gorgeous views.
We had a fabulous "ladies weekend" stay at the "Summer House" at Clarendon Forest Retreat. The Summer House has it's own private tennis court, volleyball net, indoor spa, fantastic views, spacious well designed cottage with plenty of room for people. The owners were friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this place for a group of 6. I will be back again and bring the hubby and kids along this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

David, Sydney , NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful and secluded
A 5km drive over rough dirt road was rewarded by a very enjoyable stay in a secluded and peaceful cottage.