Benbellen Country Retreat

Greetings as you arrive at Benbellen
Benbellen homestead from the farm's dam
Mistra and Guest May 2006
Alpacas at Benbellen Farm
View from the balcony at Benbellen homestead
Close-up of the Queenslander style of Benbellen
The Lotus Garden at Benbellen homestead

Relaxing holidays for two on the Mid North Coast of NSW

60 Cherry Tree Lane, Hannam Vale, NSW [map...]

Up to 4 people, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Relax and unwind in this "eyrie" high in a coastal valley with fabulous views and the sounds of country life. Our homestead is characterised by its solar passive design and its understated elegance: fully ensuite with balconies. Breakfast included.

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Independent review Jul 08 - Holiday Inspirations

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Cottage, Bed & Breakfast, Farm stays, Guest house, Health retreat, Horse Riding Tours

If you know of Hannam Vale you'll have fallen for its green valleys, woods, streams and its dairy farms and rollercoaster country lanes and rattling wooden bridges. Benbellen has views down the valley to South Brother, a local landmark that marks the valley to the south. Benbellen is purpose built as a Queenslander style country home catering for every breeze from neaby Crowdy Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Rooms are fully ensuite with large private balconies. The inside of the house is dominated by a large open-plan living area with access to guest's rooms through a fabulous collection of books in the family library. From the high verandah you can catch the views and help Peter and Sherry keep an eye on their growing herd of prize winning alpacas, the geese and ducks not to mention their Border Collies, Tom and Jerry.

A full cooked breakfast is provided as an integral part of our tariff.

Glorious place. Fabulous views. What a wonderful first night of our holiday. We loved meeting you and your animal companions. Sian & Mark - Kirribilli
Absolutely everything I ate at Benbellen was not just good but memorable - and very healthy too. Simon Greenwood - the Greenwood Guide
Wonderful hospitality and relaxing vacation. Katie and Martin - Long Jetty.

Hannam Vale

Benbellen is an aboriginal word meaning "high quiet place" and that is exactly what you will find at the "top end" of this delightful coastal valley. Tucked away between the landmark peaks of South and Middle Brother just off the Pacific Highway between Taree and Port Macquarie, this old dairy valley reminds visitors of the fields of England with its rolling hills and patchwork fields of rich green grasses.

Accessed from Johns River from the north and Moorland from the South, Hannam Vale is one third of the way from Sydney to Brisbane - just under half way from Sydney to Byron Bay; an ideal stopping off point for travellers up and down the Highway or as a base for local attractions.

Benbellen Farm

Benbellen is a 55 acres working farm owned by Peter and Sherry Wildblood-Stumm. The prize winning alpacas graze on the nearby paddocks and guests are welcome to join Sherry with the alapacs particularly at feeding time. Friendly and inquisitive, alpacas are a source of great delight to visitors.

Benbellen is also the home of Benbellen Alpaca Products and guests are able to purchase goods made from natural untreated alpaca fibre from our farm: sweaters, scarves, hats/beanies, duvets and underblankets.

At Benbellen we provide a full cooked breakfast.

Associations

Bed & Breakfast and Farmstay NSW & ACT
AAATourism
HMAA

Holiday experiences

4WD Tours, Adult retreat, Birdwatching, Bushwalking & wilderness, Eco-friendly, Farmland Experiences, Gay & Lesbian friendly, Gliding, Golf, Great view, Honeymoon, Horse riding, Luxury, Romantic getaway, Winter Holiday

Facilities

Accept MasterCard, Accept VISA, Baby Cot, Bar, BBQ, BBQ - Gas, Books/Magazines Supplied, Business Centre, CD Player, Cooked Breakfast Provided, Courtesy vehicle, DVD, Ensuite, Fans, Faxing Facilities, Internet access, Laundry facilities, Linen supplied, Log fires, No smoking, Pets not allowed, Restaurant, Room service, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Telephone, Television, Tour desk, Undercover or off street parking, VCR, Videos/DVDs Supplied

Rooms and rates

Best deal guarantee applies to this property.

$195 for two people for one night - $165 per night form two people for two or more nights: full breakfast included. Dinner Bed & Breakfast Specials available!

Luxury Ensuite with Balcony (sleeps 2)

Base rate

$165.00/night 1.

$165.00/night 2.

$165.00/night 3.

$165.00/night 4.

$165.00/night 5.

$165.00/night 6.

$165.00/night 7+.

2 nights min.

All prices in $AUD

Deals

$165 per couple for two nights or more. Bookings of one week - pay for six evenings; full breakfast included. DBB 2-day package $415-$435
Valid to: 31 Dec 10

Last minute deals

A 15% discount is currently available for stays that commence within the next 14 days.

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