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Wattagan Homestead in the Wallaroo wine region

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 1270 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hall, ACT
  • Surveyor's Hill Winery
    15 min drive
  • Wallaroo Wines
    18 min drive
  • Brindabella Hils Winery
    19 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    34 min drive

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About the area

Wallaroo

Located in Wallaroo, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Surveyor's Hill Winery and Capital Wines. .This family-friendly vacation home is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Pankhurst Wines and 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Wallaroo Wines.

What's nearby

  • Surveyor's Hill Winery - 15 min drive - 8.0 km
  • National Dinosaur Museum - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Wallaroo Wines - 18 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Brindabella Hils Winery - 19 min drive - 10.0 km
  • University of Canberra - 21 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 45 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kynefin Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Brindabella Hills Winery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wily Trout Vineyard - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Hops and Vine - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Daughters at Hall - ‬15 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.

Wattagan Homestead in the Wallaroo wine region

Enjoy exclusive use of Wattagan Homestead and the surrounding property with three separate living areas (formal sitting room, library and separate family room for the kids); huge chef's kitchen (double ovens) and a dining table. Six bedrooms (four with queen beds, one with a king size bed, one with a double bed and a child’s wooden cot – not a travel cot) and three bathrooms (two with large
bathtubs).

When it's time to dine, sit down in our dining room complete with a blazing fire and comfortable sofas. The sitting room is a magic place for guests to relax or perhaps retreat to the homestead’s library.

Outside, there's your own private courtyard or sit on the front verandah and enjoy the homestead's stunning views across the Murrumbidgee River valley to the Brindabella Mountains from the front lawn. Tennis court. Wineries and restaurants nearby. You can park in the driveway.

So, whether you're in the nation's capital to work, to visit the Gallery, enjoy Floriade in Spring or here with the kids to 'do' Canberra why not combine a stay in the country with a visit to the city?

Wallaroo is a well-known for its vineyards and wineries and is at the heart of the cool climate wine growing district on the outskirts of Canberra. They're well worth a visit along with local restaurants and cafes.

Outside, views forever across the Brindabellas and 200 acres to explore.

THE SPACE:
Enjoy country life on a working property while only a 25-minute drive from the national attractions of Canberra. This listing is for the entire house - you will have the place all to yourself.

FORMAL ENTRY/SITTING ROOM:
Full sliding glass windows opening on to the front lawn.
Four-seater couch and two large armchairs. Large slow combustion, wood fired stove
Piano

LIBRARY:
Floor to ceiling bookshelves stocked with books of every genre
Two large, comfortable couches and coffee table
Open fire

KITCHEN:
Guests who want to cook up a storm will love our large, modern kitchen.
Two large ovens
Five burner gas -top
Expansive island bench and every appliance you might need
Large kitchen table for impromptu meals

FAMILY ROOM:
Large, comfortable space with slow combustion, wood stove
Two large couches that convert to double sofa beds
Large, wall mounted TV
Coffee table and lamps

BEDROOM 1:
Light-filled oversized room looking out to the homestead courtyard
King size bed with bedside tables and lamps
Built-in wardrobe, hangers and storage
Armchair

BEDROOM 2:
Queen size bed
Built-in wardrobe adjacent to bedroom
Bedside tables and lamps
Dressing table and mirror

BEDROOM 3:
Queen size bed
Bedside tables and lamps
Built-in wardrobe
Dressing table and mirror

BEDROOM 4:
Double bed
Bedside table and lamps
Built-in wardrobe
Child’s wooden cot and change table

BEDROOM 5:
Queen size bed
Built-in wardrobe
Bedside tables and lamps
Dressing table and mirror

BEDROOM 6:
Queen size bed
Built-in wardrobe
Ensuite access to bathroom 3

BATHROOM 1: (adjacent to bedrooms 1 and 2)
Toilet, shower and vanity with large mirror

BATHROOM 2:
Large shower space
Freestanding bath
Toilet

BATHROOM 3:
Large shower space
Freestanding bath
Toilet

LAUNDRY:
Fully equipped front loader washing machine and dryer

Wattagan Homestead is approximately twenty kilometres from the centre of Canberra, with no public transport a car is a necessity. We are off the beaten track which is our charm.

GUEST ACCESS:
When you're staying at Wattagan Homestead you can walk pretty much as far as you can see. Hike down to the creek, inspect our herd of gentle Murray Grey breeding cattle or meet the pet sheep. If you're feeling energetic have a hit on the tennis court or relax and watch the sun, go down over the Brindabella mountains. Guests are welcome to park on site.

OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE:
All linen is supplied.

Wattagan Homestead is approximately twenty kilometres from the centre of
Canberra, with no public transport a car is a necessity. We also have free wifi.

Any violation of our no-party rule will result in a $2000 non-negotiable penalty, in addition to any damages.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Meg Dixon-Child

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Library
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 753 sq ft (70 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

192493
Wattagan Homestead Wallaroo Wine Region Wallaroo
Wattagan Homestead Wallaroo Wine Region Private vacation home

Wattagan Homestead Wallaroo wine region Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we could have asked for
Our family stayed at Wattagan for a surprise 60th birthday. We could not have been happier with the house and surrounds. The house and particularly the kitchen was very well equipped. Lots of room to spread out and also be together. We would absolutely come again and highly recommend. Any dealings with our hosts were seamless.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tess Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay@
The homestead is such an inviting, eclectic mix of all things homey and delightful. Meg is a star snd the two Labradors are a joy! Our second visit was as perfect as the first. We'll be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion for the girls
Perfect stay for our 60th birthday- location and view gorgeous- layout and space of house perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home Beautiful views.
Very happy with the comforts of Wattagan Homestead and the rural views and quiet. Close to Hall Heritage Town for meals if we wanted to eat out.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pippa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrating lifelong friends in country style
I booked Wattagan Homestead for myself and 11 girlfriends to celebrate our collective birthdays. It was a special occasion so we needed a special location that was accessible for parties travelling from as far as Newcastle and Melbourne and Wallaroo was just perfect. The space and the home was large enough to comfortably house us all while still being cosy and having everything we needed on hand. Meg was a beautiful hostess and readily available. Frank the dog was a happy site and the outdoor views to the Brindabella topped it all off. Would highly recommend for large groups. Thank you Meg and John.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, heaps of room, and 'ah the serenity'.
A group of us wanted to go to Canberra for the weekend, but didn't necessarily want to stay in Canberra, rather we wanted something with character. This was perfect - it was 25-30 mins out of Canberra, but it provided us with a Farm stay vibe. The place was huge with heaps of bedroom (more than we required) and the facilities were great. Given it was winter and we could light the fire places, it really created a great relaxing atmosphere. We really enjoyed our stay given the location, as it was so peaceful. Meg, our host was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spacious Cosy House
The house was so spacious, clean and comfortable. The kitchen was great and very well equiped. The grounds and views were absolutely breathtaking! Great house for multiple families of all ages to stay at. And the hosts were extremely welcoming and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay at Wattagan. The only negative was that the beds weren't very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and peaceful property - a real get away
The homestead is huge - plenty of room for everyone to spread out, and lots of comfortable areas for playing games and reading. Great views and a real country feel - but only 20 minute drive into Canberra. And a perfect, straight quiet road outside for teenager learning to drive!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great time had by all
The property was exactly as we expected and everyone from 5 to 70 had a very relaxing a enjoyable time 👍👍
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M., Vienna, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
We loved our stay at Wattagan Station. The house is delightful, with a great homestead kitchen, and ample living spaces. The garden is magnificent, with glorious views to the Murrumbidgee River and the Brindabella mountains. The property is quiet and feels far out in the country, but is within 15 minutes of major shopping and the kid-friendly Gold Creek precinct, and half an hour from Parliament House.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location and house. Disappointed with a few things as listed below.
Overall a lovely house. Peaceful and relaxing location. Only let downs were the outdoor furniture was falling apart and some chairs broken. The listed tennis court was overgrown and without a net making it unusable which was disappointing, not to mention the tennis rackets we bought to use were not required. Lastly when I questioned what coffee machine was available to know what coffee to bring I was told there wasn’t one. There in fact is one but I had packed up my own machine from home. In saying that I still really enjoyed the place and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Plenty of space for a large family or group of friends. The surrounding is beautiful. We enjoyed watching the sunrise and sunset and seeing the llamas on our morning strolls.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and tranquil
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Wallaroo. Meg was the perfect host and communication was perfect. Would definitely recommend to others with large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and stunning backdrop
House is very spacious and impressive with lots of spaces to eat, rest, read etc. The house is large, well equipped and very homely. The backdrop is stunning - great views and ability to walk down the road or across paddocks to see alpacas, horses, cows etc. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
The homestead is a great space especially for a large group. Communication was great and it was wonderful turning up to an already lit fire. Thanks so much for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to relax
We had a wonderful weekend celebrating a special birthday with family and friends. Hosts were very helpful and the property was stunning with views, cosy indoor areas and great kitchen. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Patricia B.

Fabulous Location and farmhouse.
We had a couple of minor hiccups, Meg and Jon reacted very quickly, addressed the issues and all was well. very nice comfortable homestead. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lou C., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape
Lovely property. Amazing views towards the Brindabellas from the outdoor table. Everything you need. Fully kitted out kitchen. Several living areas. Friendly pets (dogs) visiting. We loved our Easter long weekend here. Thanks Meg and John!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Olivia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful country escape, only minutes from the city
We booked Wattagan as accomodation for some of our guests at our wedding as we getting married near by! The facilities were fantastic and Meg was an absolute dream to deal with! Would definitely recommend Wattagan for groups that want a fun, relaxing country escape that is close to some of Canberra’s most amazing wineries, restaurants and bars! We look forward to the opportunity to stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Coreena F.

Liked: Cleanliness
An awesome spot
We booked for the night before our wedding for the grooms and groomsman then for the 2 of us the following 2 nights. It was an awesome spot and we would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Wattagan homestead was a perfect place for a family of 5 different couples to stay. The house has everything needed for a very comfortable stay, and was only 10mins drive to supplies or the historic village of Hall for an outing. Meg went out of her way to supply everything needed, including more detailed photos of all bedrooms, for the comfort of everybody. Our only reservation (and I think was probably previous guests) was some of kitchen pots, pans, trays had been put away unwashed. But there were so many supplied that I doubt the owners are able to check every utensil in the kitchen. I would happily stay here again, very relaxing. Even had a quick visit from the owner just to check everything was fine and to see if anything needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Property
The house has everything you’d want for a large family to stay comfortably together and then there were the added surprises like a couple of dogs that visited and beautiful birds. highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic country escape
This is a lovely, welcoming, rambling, comfortable house you will never want to leave. What I call a “plonking” house - bring your favorite book & plonk with a cuppa in any of the many places available - inside & out - relax & enjoy the beautiful views on offer. Don’t worry if you’ve forgotten you favourite book because there is an amazing library full of wonderful reads! We read, relaxed, plonked, toured the local wineries.... and did not want to leave. Thanks Meg & Jon for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rudolph V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Lovely house in beautiful surrounds. Abundant space for everyone and house had everything we needed. Meg and Jon are great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019