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Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906]

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906]

A simple, very rustic [self-contained] homestead, best enjoyed by people wanting to escape the fast paced city life for the tranquility of the country. It is remote, yet only 6km into Hill End town. We offer our guests, space, clean/comfortable beds, spectacular views, peace and quiet!

Access to the homestead is via 5.5kms of dirt road from the highway, 4WD is preferable, however a 2WD will get you to the homestead [in dry weather] and back if you take it slow and easy. Strictly 4WD only in the winter months and after heavy rain.

Bring your pet [maximum of two], relax and just laze around the homestead, enjoy a drink or two around the outdoor fire-pit, go for a walk, practice your photography, paint a picture, take in the bird life [so many!], gaze the amazing star show at night. If you don't want to cook take a short drive into Hill End historic township for great coffee and food at either Hill End Estate, Hill End General Store & Cafe or Hill End Pub, plus don't forget to visit the History Hill Museum Hill and the Hill End Heritage Centre.

Initially part of Gundowda Estate in Hargraves, NSW, the property was later split up for sale and the homestead was purchased by the Graham family in 1976. Having lost their original home to fire, they then spent the next three years lovingly and painstakingly deconstructing the homestead and then rebuilding it plank by plank, brick by brick, onto its present site at Posey Hill, Hill End.

This is a truly unique property featuring, 12 foot ceilings, six fireplaces, four extra large bedrooms [sleeping a total of 12 people], country kitchen with electric and wood-fire stoves, wooden floorboards throughout, wrap-around verandas, federation bathroom with claw-foot tub.

The feeling you get when you enter this property is hard to put into words, but it just feels good to be there.

Only an hour's drive to either Mudgee or Bathurst and three and a half hours from Sydney.

$250 per night, [$260 winter months] minimum 3 night stay [discounts for return and longer stays].
Motor Bikes, Quad Bikes, All Terrain Vehicles or Hunting NOT permitted.

Property manager

Bob and Anna Proestos

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside only

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 9:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Note open fireplaces and gas heater

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Above 6 people will incur an extra $50 per night
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 PID-STRA-64416, 2850

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Posey Hill Hill End
Early Colonial Style Homestead [circa 1906] Hill End

About the area

Map
Hill End, NSW

What's nearby

  • Hill End Historic Site - 9 min drive
  • Mudgee Golf Course - 65 min drive
  • Blue Wren Winery - 66 min drive
  • Lowe Family Wine Co - 69 min drive
  • Wiruna Dark Sky Observing Site - 75 min drive

Getting around

  • Mudgee, NSW (DGE) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Shed Restaurant & Cafe
  • Hill End General Store
  • ‪Hill End Estate - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906] pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906]?

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906]?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906] located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Hill End Historic Site and within 32 miles (52 km) of Freemantle Nature Reserve and Mudgee Observatory. Wattle Flat Heritage Lands is 32.2 mi (51.9 km) away.

Early colonial style homestead [circa 1906] Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Md Amir H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A rejuvenating stay
Was looking for an off the beat farm stay, and this property was the perfect fit. It was so tranquil and out of the world! Our group absolutely loved the evening times bbq and around the outdoor fire pit. Kids had a great time together and can't stop telling stories about it. Such a nice holiday, thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the quiet and solitude
This property sits in its very own valley full of kangaroos, wallaroos, loads of birds, and lots and lots of quiet. We loved it. The house is large and has a few different spaces for friends....we had a jigsaw going in the lounge, baking in the kitchen, birdwatching on the verandah, book discussions in the sitting room. It was perfect for us!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

AlinaNJC W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, serene spot.
We stayed with 4 friends and our 2 medium dogs who loved the large yard, scenery and great walks in and around Hill End. The house has a cosy charm and amazing starry skies at night. The hosts were very responsive before the trip and during our stay. We'd love to come back some time
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Colin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Our 3rd stay at this property. Stayed a full week and loved it. We will definitely be back again. Wonderful hosts. I couldn’t recommend this property highly enough
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Posey Hill Winter Family Getaway
Simply superb and everyone can't wait to return
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in the country.
Well looked after farmhouse. Beautiful paddocks surrounding the farmhouse, stretching up gentle hills in all direction- gives plenty of space and privacy (and lots of nice walks/views). Close to Hill End, kids enjoyed the town and gold panning. House much larger than we expected and bedrooms were all a good size. Our dog also enjoyed the large fenced yard around the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant
This was our second stay after 2 years of our youngest recounting the last stay as having been the best holiday we had ever been on (agreed on by his siblings). Anna left a lovely present for the birthday boy which he loved and wrote a reply which he left on the kitchen table. The second stay was even better than the first. The whole family are very happy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Paru S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place on Budget
Very nice and cosy place for the price. We really enjoyed our stay in posey Hill. Bob and Anna were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Schatzi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect getaway to unwind!
What a sublime getaway we had! The absolutely perfect place to unwind, reset and recharge! We had a wonderful 3 nights at Posey HIll. The homestead is beautifully preserved and presented and includes a fully equipped kitchen for all your self catering needs. The wrap around verandah was the perfect spot to relax. I recommend bringing a pair of binoculars as the bird life was pretty amazing once you started looking! Our count from our stay: Red rumped parrot, Welcome Swallow, Weebill , Willy Wag Tail, Gallah, Magpie, Black faced cuckoo shrike, Wedge Tailed Eagle, Superb Fairy Wren, Magpie Lark, Eastern Rosella, Australian Wood Duck, Grey Falcon. We were able to access Posey Hill with our Mazda 3 but we got REALLY lucky because it was quite dry prior to our arrival and during our whole stay. I’d suggest a 4WD (as they recommend prior to booking) is the way to go. BUT grateful I somehow missed ALL those warnings and booked and then just kept fingers crossed that the weather makers would be kind - and they were! When the time came (3 nights goes fast!) I really didn’t want to leave. Anna and Bob are running a beautiful property! With a personalised welcome note, flowers and delicious Mudgee Biscotti - it was the cherry on the top of our fabulous break!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Somayeh N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful place
We had great time there! so quiet, it is good place to be away from crowded city to be relaxed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicky B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Posey Hill Farm
This is a beautiful period house in a stunning location. Enjoy the Australian Colonial homestead and all the period features, plus the peace, quiet. Heaven. Lovely hosts too. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday house and nice owner. We would love to go back there again
Kids and us had great time. Outdoor fire was the highlight of this trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely farm house.
Posey Hill is in an unbelievably lovely, picturesque setting. There are beautiful views of the countryside, surrounded by birds, with cows and ducks in the distance. This is the perfect place to have a break from city life, and ideal for exploring the fascinating historic Hill End village.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and beautiful location.
Easy process from start to finish
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Posey Hill
We absolutely loved Posey Hill and the character of the house and surrounding area. We would love stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Historical Homestead
Posey Hill is truly the most amazing grand old homestead, so full of history and character, it was like taking a step back in time. Beautifully decorated and full of wonderful old 'treasures', we loved the huge fireplace. Quiet & Peaceful. So glad we got to spend a few days enjoying it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Prama M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location surrounded by history
The homestead is located in a breathtaking location. The house is full of character and is beautifully decorated. It was definitely like stepping back in time. It does get very cold in the middle of winter so bring lots of warm clothes. It's definitely a memorable experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren S., Avalon Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Posey Hill Perfection
We had a brilliant time at Posey Hill, it's the ultimate rustic farmhouse getaway. Even though there was an incredible amount of rain (there was flooding in many areas of NSW) we stayed dry and warm by the fire or cosied up in bed with an electric blanket. We loved the outlook and exploring the property, and surrounding historic towns. Thanks so much for the memorable and peaceful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful family get away.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful homestead. The location is peaceful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country getaway
My family and I loved our stay. We arrived to a warm welcome message and a little treat for the birthday we were celebrating. The house has a beautiful charm, plenty of space and comfort. We enjoyed the tranquility and remoteness of the property. It can get a little cold in the house since doors and windows aren’t perfectly sealed, as happens in old places (part of the charm really), so when indoors we spent most of our time in the gas heated lounge room and had the fire going in the kitchen, before snuggling into the warm comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Hideaway
This is a great property, perfect rural home, ample room inside and out. Just sit on the veranda and watch the cattle feed, the roos in the distance or the many birds, or if its cool set the fire in the kitchen with your pup at your feet. Our dog loved being here, lots or grass around the house to lay and role in when he was not on guard duty. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Posey Hill
We all loved our stay at Posey Hill. The home is character filled and we ate under the stars with a warming fire for two of our four night stay. Highly recommended for people who want to forget about anything to do with city life.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Posie Hill
Wow! A magnificent farmhouse full of history. This was a perfect base for our ancestry hunting at Hillend. Host Bob was most welcoming, we loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Posey hill
Lovely place heaps of wildlife Beautiful old house Locals very friendly at hill end
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022