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Pet Friendly Holiday Accommodation!

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LCD TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cessnock, NSW
  • Oaks Golf Course
    4 min drive
  • Hunter Valley Wildlife Park
    8 min drive
  • Hunter Valley Golf Club
    9 min drive
  • Cessnock, NSW (CES)
    7 min drive

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About the area

Cessnock

With a stay at this cottage in Cessnock, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Hunter Valley Gardens and Werakata State Conservation Area. .This cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Oaks Golf Course and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Saddlers Creek Wines.

What's nearby

  • Hunter Valley Wildlife Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Roche Estate - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • PepperTree Wines - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club - 14 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Greta Station - 20 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Australia Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cessnock Ex-Services Club - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Vincent St Kitchen + Bar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Pet Friendly Holiday Accommodation!

Originally an old miner's cottage, Schatzi's on Shalimah is a fully renovated two bedroom cottage. It is set up as a quiet couple's weekender however the second bedroom can be made available at a small extra cost for a small group seeking a Hunter getaway.
**Please note that booking for 2 people implies that only 1 bedroom will be required, you need to book for 3 people and therefore pay a small additional nightly charge for access to the 2nd bedroom.

The large yard is fully enclosed with lovely lawns and shading trees for both pets and owners to while away their time when not busy sampling the wares of the many nearby wineries. A newly installed deck offers additional living space and a lovely spot to relax with a beverage of choice. The backyard has fencing ranging from 150-180cm high. We have made it as dog-proof as possible but if your dog is a determined digger or jumper this may not necessarily hold them.

Inside
The cottage has all the mod cons including luxuriously appointed bathroom with heating and spa bath and includes a European laundry. The kitchen is well fitted out and includes fridge, microwave, electric oven, gas cooktop and even an espresso machine! Coffee plunger, other electrical items and a variety of quality pots, pans and utensils sets you up for a stay of any length.

In the evening the lounge is a cosy space with reverse cycle air con, large LCD TV, DVD player and CD player. Open the blinds and the 4m sliding doors open up a whole new space and vista with a large deck barbeque and dining setting complete with swing seats for a quirky taste of the Caribbean.

Both rentable bedrooms (there's a 3rd bedroom which is not accessible to guests) have queen beds, wardrobes/storage space and reverse-cycle air con as well as pedestal fans for simple air-flow.

Pets
Well behaved pets are most welcome both in the large yard and also in the house. There is no limit on size or number however all pet parents are expected to pick up all faeces from the yard and to ensure that pets don't toilet in the house. Pets must be supervised at all times (even if you bring Dogga's own bed, being left in a strange house is very stressful) or they can be left in the yard or within the Doggy Space. This space is the bathroom us the Small hall space outside of the bathroom. When at home with your pets, please ensure that the throws provided are used to protect the furniture. All dogs will want to 'plump up the couch's by scratching at it and it's your job to ensure that they don't. Having Dogga Parents who are thoughtful and respectful enables us to continue to have pets in the cottage with their family

Location
A lovely park is just a minute's walk away with Vincent Street (the hub of the town) within 5 minutes walk. Here you can enjoy breakfast or just a coffee at one of the many dog friendly cafes. A range of pubs and restaurants, also in walking distance, have a fabulous array of food with some venues also offering music on weekends. East Cessnock Bowling Club is literally at the end of the street but with surprisingly little impact on guests at Schatzi's. Walks around the area are peaceful and pretty, even though in town we have fields very close by where Kangaroos can often be seen, especially in the warmer months.

The neighbourhood
Our neighbours have been there long before we bought our lovely cottage and they are lovely, friendly and helpful but will be respectful of your space and privacy.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. An LCD television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Maria Cunningham

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • LCD TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
4 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2325, PID-STRA-50887

Property is also known as

Pet Friendly Accommodation
Pet Friendly Holiday Accommodation! Cottage
Pet Friendly Holiday Accommodation! Cessnock
Pet Friendly Holiday Accommodation! Cottage Cessnock
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Pet Friendly Holiday Accommodation! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 83 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caileigh A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous old house with the comforts of today
Lovely little house, not only beautiful but comfortable living, great for groups/ family holidays, the kitchen has everything you need to enjoy a night after exploring the hunter valley and the main bedroom is oh so comfy. Backyard is large and lovely to take a little stroll in and plenty of birdlife to watch from the swing chair table on the back porch. Simply lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful return trip
We have stayed a few times before and always have a great time, and our dog, echo, always feels at home
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly, country comfort feel
Great location, easy walk/drive to shopping precinct, big back yard for our beautiful kelpie to run around, loved the swing seats around the table on the back patio, we were very happy with our stay, and communication upon booking was so easy, and very informative, would highly recommend staying in this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
Perfect central location to explore the hunter valley and enjoy our mystery picnic. Just as described. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super dog friendly
We loved our stay and found the property to be comfortable and conveniently located. Great sized yard and the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Monique N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet Friendly Stay
Overall lovely experience! Great back yard for our little dog (we barely saw him) far enough away from everything so it’s quiet but still close to all the necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Handy
Good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic & Furbaby Friendly!
This is the second time in 2 years that we have stayed here, it is so central to the vineyards whilst also being off the main roads of Cessnock, the hosts accommodate people travelling with their dog, the house is well set up, there is a lovely outdoor area, safe yard for dog with a safe indoor area for a dog to stay in also, we enjoy it here and will return again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Lovely spot, well renovated and spotless. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and comfort
My partner and I along with my Netherland dwarf rabbit Thumper stayed for the weekend. Location was great near all amenities and not far from wineries. Pick up and drop off from this location for wine tours. Instructions easy to follow, place was well accommodating for pets. Quiet street and everything in walking distance you need. Partner and I want to stay there again... probably to try out the jet spa 😉...overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly in Cessnock
We enjoyed staying in this cottage, the place is basic but has all you need, including AC in rooms and living area. Both the owner and the manager were excellent in communication and so easy to get in touch with. This is a true pet friendly place with a huge secure yard, the minimal rules that apply to staying there with dogs are very sensible and not a lot different from what I would do at home. If you are considering visiting this beautiful area with your dogs I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Lyndall B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wine Country Long Weekend
Was a lovely, renovated miner’s cottage with many modern conveniences, including air con in the bedrooms & lounge room. The street was quiet, with lots of visiting birdlife & both of our cats were welcome & enjoyed their stay. Short drive to nearby wineries & restaurants in both Lovedale & Pokolbin. Could walk to Cessnock town centre or the nearby Bowling Club if you wished. Had a slight glitch checking in due to not receiving instructions from Stayz as advised, however Co-Host Sally-Anne ended up coming to the rescue eventually & gave us a late checkout for the inconvenience, which we appreciated. Only complaint was that there was rubbish from the previous tenant left on top of where the garbage bin was in the kitchen cupboard & this had not been picked up or removed by the cleaners & the front lawn inside the property could’ve done with a mow. We all had an enjoyable, peaceful stay & would happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A comfortable stay
My husband and I brought our small dog and a friend to stay for 2 nights. Our friend was celebrating her 60th birthday. The cottage was very comfortable. Rob cooked 2 dinners and we had a relaxing time. 20 minutes or so from the particular wineries we wished to revisit. We had lunch at Bistro Molines where we had our wedding and reception 12 years ago. Just a fun time was had by all.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet Friendly Experience
I had a lovely weekend with my dogs. The house was well maintained, comfortable, very clean and had everything I expected. The dogs loved the spacious back yard and had a great time exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Collin B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beware of this property owner
Property was as described. No issues with anything to do with the property. However, a few days after our booking ended Maria made very strange accusations that didn’t even make sense. Something about it being obvious that we used the vaccum cleaner to to clean bubbles from the bathtub. Nonsense and baseless accusations in an attempt to claim our deposit. She said she’d give us a break and not charge for a new vaccum and only take the deposit to which I absolutely would not accept. Upon reading all reviews it seems this is something that “Maria” has attempted on numerous occasions. Although we enjoyed our stay we would never rent this property again due to the unscrupulous owners bizarre accusations. Btw we left the home in immaculate clean condition when we left, as if it was own own home. My recommendation would be to look elsewhere for a rental in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Pet Friendly cottage.
This was the perfect option for my dog Kodi and I.We both enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home and location
We stayed for 2 nights and it was a great location, close to the Club for dinner and the bus stop to see a winery show. Great little cottage for 4 people. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gillian v.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet peaceful comfortable stay with everything we needed
We enjoyed 3 weeks in this renovated miner's cottage. Despite the heat, the air conditioning was very effective. Maria was helpful and easy to communicate with. Thanks for allowing us to stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reynold K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for pets and family
Perfect property to relax with family and our dog. Property is close to shops and a great place to explore the Hunter Valley. Extremely quiet area. Very functional house and great garden
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delighted with facilities and gardens
A lovely home for a couple and their pets huge secure yard and location close to all wineries clubs and restaurants. The owner was very friendly and informative.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good short break
This is a good little house close to Cessnock town centre but on a quiet street. The large open up doors to the patio made a nice place to relax. Great that the dogs were welcome with us. Having a coffee machine and then no coffee beans, and in fact not even any instant coffee just cappuccino packets was disappointing- we bought and left a little jar of Nescafé at least for the next person!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Sally D.

What we needed!
An old cottage with some modernisation but definitely needed some TLC! Our stay coincided with a lot of rain and backyard not accessible for a small dog due to long grass and front driveway was very muddy and inconvenient having to open and close gates in rain and mud. It served us well for the 4 nights though and a lot of thought gone into the pet friendly aspect of the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great dog friendly place!
A quaint little house to stay in whilst visiting the hunger. Very spacious for the number of guests, and the back yard is huge! My dog had the best time playing fetch and running around there in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

alison l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really cosy and comfortable.
Lovely place to say, very cosy, beautiful full kitchen, everything we needed, and being dog friendly was wonderful, our fur baby loved it, especially the big backyard. All round great stay in quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value. Great for pets!
Cottage was lovely, cosy and clean. Our two doggies loved the backyard. We were able to leave them there safely during the day while doing other activities in the area. Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022