Cottage, Holiday house, Bed & Breakfast, Farm stays, Self-contained apartment, Lodge

From $80 - $150 per couple.

Some of the finest wool on the New England was grown at Anketell Forest. The 90 year old shearing mechanics are still bolted to the thick beam. Parts of the wood floor are stained with lanolin where the bale was packed. Almost all the timber used in The Shearing Shed grew amongst these ridges and valleys. The old posts and rafters as well as the new extensions and furniture all hold the colour and nature of the forest.

Sleeping
Two modern spacious bedrooms are behind the vintage tin wall. Each features a solid timber handmade queen bed and tables; elegant lighting, wide window views, and a fully appointed en-suite with bath, rain-shower and local stone floor. High quality bed and bath linen, and pure filtered rainwater are used throughout.

The Sunrise Room has a leather lounge and French doors that open onto the eastern deck.

The Sunset Room has an additional daybed to suit snoozing or sleeping a third person.

The Shearing Shed at Anketell Forest is perfect for one or two couples yet can comfortably sleep eight people.with extra sleeping in the living area and an adjacent 3rd bathroom.

Living, Decks & Dining
As well as musical instruments - drum kit, piano, guitar - the Living Hall has space for dancing, playing, cosying up and relaxing with comfy sofas, wood fire & banquet table.

Slide back the 6m wall to the covered eastern deck to watch for wildlife on the wallaby lawn. Latch back the double doors to the western staircase and dining balcony to bring the wide views and the sunset inside.

The wide western timber extension features a large kitchen with a five burner gas stove-top, oven, lots of bench space and all appliances. Dine on large handmade banquet tables in the Living Hall or overlooking stunning views on the spacious western balcony.

Cosy in winter, breezy in summer, clear nights for stargazing, crisp mornings for walking, The Shearing Shed is big on space to enjoy the now.

Languages spoken: English(Conversation)

We stopped in on our way to Brisbane. What a great place. My teenagers had a ball with the musical instruments and going for walks. Very comfortable and unique.
... Sue, Leo, Sam, Harry & Cleo, Sydney, Feb 2010

2000ac private sanctuary

Anketell Forest is managed as a 2000ac wildlife refuge. It is an integral part of the vital Deepwater/Bolivia Hill bio-region and wildlife corridor linking the north eastern coastal ranges with the western slopes. It is home to a multitude of rare species including many listed as vulnerable or endangered.

Leashed well-behaved dogs are welcome.

We are only 6 mins off the New England Hwy, 25mins south of Tenterfield, 45mins north of Glen Innes, 2hrs west of Grafton, and 4hrs south Brisbane.

See also Tor Cottage at Anketell Forest. Private cottage for 1- 3 with spa, deck, views.

Things to do

Walk.
Well made tracks wind up valleys and along ridges through amazing boulder and old growth landscapes.

Photography, Painting and Stargazing.
The light and landscape of Anketell Forest are inspiring. Use one of our Anketell Forest hardwood easels and check out the telescope for stargazing and to spy on grazing wallabies.

Commission Furniture.
Anketell Forest furniture is made from fallen trees salvaged from the forest and milled on-site. It’s the most eco-friendly furniture you can buy. We make to order tables, bedroom furniture, kitchen benches, chairs, daybeds and more.

Off the property.
The northern New England is Australia’s newest wine region. Take a leisurely drive to one of the many small vineyards. Fishing, fossicking, heritage and national parks are all nearby.

Holiday experiences

Adult retreat, Art & Craft, Birdwatching, Bushwalking & wilderness, Eco-friendly, Family Friendly, Farmland Experiences, Fishing, Gay & Lesbian friendly, Great view, Heritage Trail, Honeymoon, Nudist, One Night Bookings Welcome, Pet friendly, Romantic getaway, Unique and Unusual, Wedding venue, Wine Appreciation, Winter Holiday

Facilities

24 hour reception, Balcony, Bath, Bath towels provided, BBQ, Books/Magazines Supplied, Breakfast provisions available for self-cooking, Camp kitchen, Camping, CD Player, Cooked Breakfast Available, Courtyard, Ensuite, Fans (ceiling/standard), Fireplace, Gas stove, Kitchen, Linen supplied, Log fires, Meeting/Banquet facilities, Parking, Pets Welcome Indoors, Pets Welcome Outdoors, Secure parking onsite, Stereo, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities

Adult retreat

Adult retreat, Tranquil and quiet with no interruptions, Privacy from other guests in living and activity areas

Art & Craft

Art and Craft, Art and Craft experiences available at this property.

Easels and canvasses available.

Birdwatching

Bird watching, Bird-watching available on-site, Information provided on local bird population and sightings

Bushwalking & wilderness

Bushwalking and wilderness, Bushwalking and wilderness experiences available on-site, Bushwalking and wilderness experiences located nearby, Bushwalking maps provided, Located near a National Park.

2000ac of private forest and well-made tracks to walk. Near national parks and world heritage areas.

Eco-friendly

Eco-friendly, Building designed along eco-lines, Building made from ecologically friendly materials, Bio-cycle or equivalent waste system., Bio-diverse setting, Ecological activities nearby, Ecological information and activities on site, Recycling facilities available.

The original Shearing Shed was made from local timber and almost all the wood used in renovations, extensions and furniture has come from fallen trees salvaged and milled on site. Pure filtered rainwater and low energy lighting are used and heating is by wood fire using timber off-cuts. We use environmentally sound low allergy cleaning products throughout Anketell Forest accommodation.

As our guests you will have miles of private wide bush tracks wander along that will lead you to stunning views, massive rock outcrops, and a wide variety of forest ecologies.

Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.

Family Friendly

Games room, Fenced/safe outdoor play area.

Kids love music. The Shearing Shed at Anketell Forest has musical instruments including piano, drum kit, guitar, etc for both kids and adults to play. The living hall has enough space for games, painting and playing. The area around The Shearing Shed is safe and away from traffic so kids can play freely.

Farmland Experiences

Farmland experiences, Farm animals live on the property, Sheep, Cattle, Chickens, Other farm animals

Fishing

Fishing, Fishing spots available nearby, Local fishing knowledge available, Boat storage/parking available onsite

Gay & Lesbian friendly

Gay and lesbian, Offers a high degree of privacy, All guests welcome

Heritage Trail

Heritage trail.

Historic mining and farming area.

Pet friendly

Small dogs (less than 11 kg) are permitted, Medium dogs (11 kg to less than 34 kg) are permitted, Large dogs (34 kg or heavier) are permitted, Pets are permitted inside, Other domesticated animals reside at the property.

We love dogs! Good dogs are welcome to roam the property (on a leash) or curl up by the fire. $10per dog per night. Please bring your dog's bedding and bowls.

Romantic getaway

Wood fire, Romance package available, Private living and recreation areas.

Unique spacious venue for music, dancing and private romancing. Perfect for bush lovers. Ask about our Surprise Picnic Bushwalk.

Wedding venue

Wedding, Indoor weddings catered, Outdoor weddings catered, Group accommodation available, Marquee weddings possible

Wine Appreciation

Wine.

Anketell Forest is on the northern New England tablelands, Australia's newest wine region.

Winter Holiday

Winter, Log fire, Winter temperatures usually below 0 degrees

Availability

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