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Clarendon Forest Retreat

4.5 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
150 Coates Road, Possum Brush, NSW, 2430
  • The Big Buzz Fun Park
    25 min drive
  • Wallamba River Park
    26 min drive
  • Tallwoods Golf & Country Club
    29 min drive
  • Forster, NSW (FOT)
    35 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)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 2476 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 2476 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 2906 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 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) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

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

  • 2906 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 969 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 2476 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 2906 sq ft
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Possum Brush

With a stay at Clarendon Forest Retreat in Possum Brush, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Talawahl Nature Reserve and Talawahl State Conservation Area. .This luxury cottage is 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Riverside Park and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from The National Motorcycle Museum.
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What's nearby

  • The Big Buzz Fun Park - 25 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Tallwoods Golf & Country Club - 29 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Taree Central - 31 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Manning Base Hospital - 31 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Diamond Beach - 36 min drive - 14.1 miles

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

Luxury cottage with outdoor tennis courts and spa services
Clarendon Forest Retreat offers 6 accommodations with private spa 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.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, and body treatments.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 6 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring private spa tubs and LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, ovens, and stovetops. Flat-screen televisions and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this cottage include wedding services, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Possum Brush? This cottage has facilities measuring 200 square feet (19 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib: AUD 30 per night
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 25 per night

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • LED TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • 200 square feet of conference space
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking 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 units
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 2000
  • Garden
  • Individual furnishings

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 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 allowed for an extra charge of AUD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

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. 47 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler

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.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic. Beautiful surrounds and excellent accommodation.

10/10 Excellent

Erin, Sydney NSW, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing, clean, highly recommend!
The cottage we stayed in was perfect, it was clean and tidy and well set out. The view from our deck was amazing with beautiful gardens surrounding and very peaceful (just the sound of birds). We had kangaroos come up to our deck and the variety of birds was great! Short drive to Forster! We would highly recommend staying at Clarendon Forest Retreat and we will be back to stay again. The staff were lovely and helpful during our stay.