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Watagan: BYO Horse Holiday

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· Martinsville, New South Wales

50 acres hosted by Tyson & Chantelle N.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Watagan presents: Dael's Mill "Dael's Mill" is a charming 2 bedroom cabin with a rich history, dating back to the 1800s. Set upon a breathtaking 50-acre retreat nestled a the foothills of the Watagan Mountains, midway between Sydney and Newcastle. Dael's Mill offers a uniquely horse-friendly escape where guests have the option to bring their beloved ponies for midweek or weekend stays, or enjoy an intimate escape in the mountains, to slow down, recharge, and reconnect. The cabin accommodates 4-6 guests and is equipped with self-contained amenities including: - King or single beds with luxurious Bed Threads linen and towels - Pull out double sofa - Air conditioning - Cedar, wood fired hot tub - Bathroom - Fridge - Kitchenette (microwave, toaster, electric fry pan, tea and coffee facilities) - BBQ - Internal fireplace and outdoor fire pit - TV with Chromecast Horse accommodation: (Maximum 4 horses per booking - 2 paddocks shared between 4 horses). Please let us know if you would like us to feed your horses. They have dedicated adjoining paddocks so you can look out your window and greet your four legged friend. Activities: Guests can unwind in an outdoor hot tub or take a refreshing dip in the property's dam and lagoons, adorned with lillies. The site grants easy access to vast trail networks in the Watagan State Forest, ideal for adventurous souls seeking extensive riding opportunities, either by horse, motor bike, mountain bike or 4WD. Or, you can try your luck fishing in the dam for some silver perch! Property features: For those seeking a more relaxed riding (or hiking) experience, the property boasts kilometers of purpose-built trails that don't require opening gates, catering to groups or individuals, providing spaces for bush bashing, hill climbs and canters. Guests can explore beautiful pockets of the property featuring our spring-fed dam, lagoons, and stunning Blarney Creek, meandering through the landscape. Spot the local wallabies, wombats, echidnas, water dragons, and so much more. Local attractions: Watagan enjoys proximity to takeaway shops, cafes, boutiques and restaurants just 10-15 minutes away, while the award-winning 8 @ Trinity is a mere 20-minute drive, offering a diverse range of culinary experiences. - Beaches within 35 minutes - Wineries within 45 minutes - Lookouts and state forest picnic areas at your door step Tyson & I are excited to welcome you to our little slice of paradise.Watagan presents: Dael's Mill "Dael's Mill" s a captivating retreat with a rich history, originally situated at 'Shipley' in Wollombi before being carefully relocated by bullock wagon to its current location. The cabin embodies a deliberate preservation of its period charm, offering guests an immersive experience in rustic nostalgia from a bygone era. Surrounded by enchanting gardens, Dael's Mill boasts an exquisite Magnolia, a stunning Chinese Elm, and a majestic Jacaranda tree adorned with a plethora of elk and stag horns. Nestled within this serene setting, the cabin provides a serene and peaceful ambiance for guests seeking a glimpse into the past while surrounded by natural beauty. See more of what we're about at: https://www.facebook.com/watagan.au www.instagram.com/watagan.au

Activities

Hiking

Horseback riding

Off-roading (OHV)

Swimming

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Coastal

Farm

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4 Ratings · 4 reviews

Joe M.recommends

August 18, 2024

Dael's Mill

My partner and I had an amazing time staying at Dael’s Mill. Tyson and Chantelle were excellent hosts and were happy to help wherever they could! The land surrounding the cabin is astounding, we had some great walks with the dog. An absolute delight being surrounded by the horses too! The cedar wood hot tub was also bliss and afforded a great way to relax outdoors despite the weather still being quite cool. I would recommend staying here to anyone who is after getting away from the city and wanting to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside as well as the natural beauty that Tyson and Chantelle’s property boasts

Jo F.recommends

June 24, 2024

Dael's Mill

Perfect horse stay

Dael's Mill was the perfect getaway. Our hosts Chantelle & Tyson were extremely helpful with their advise on local rides, and beach areas to visit with the horses. The property is well set up for horses with great fencing. The cottage had everything we needed. Comfortable beds, coffee machine and even a hot tub outside after riding. Tyson & Chantelle are there to greet you on arrival but give the perfect balance of being there if you need them and letting you be to enjoy this beautiful space. I cant recommend this place enough.. We will be back to enjoy it again soon.

Michelle B.recommends

April 23, 2024

Dael's Mill

Tranquility not far from city

This would be a great location for a horse owner. There is ample space for your steed and direct line of sight. The historic homestead is a step up from a campsite. There are large and comfortable beds with quality linen. The house has retained its original bones including the fireplace in the kitchen. If you do not bring your own camp oven, the modern touches of an electric frypan, microwave and gas bbq can fill the gap. A bathroom has been added into the corner of the kitchen. It is not fully enclosed up to ceiling so it can benefit from the kitchen lighting. There is a spare toilet in the yard if this presents any issues. It is a rural location so there is dependency on the internet router. There is some Telstra reception in spots outside the cabin. If you are riding the trails all day, refreshing in the hot tub and then making a meal, patchy connectivity will not be an issue. Be sure to bring a book, cards or games.

Matt M.recommends

March 31, 2024

Dael's Mill

Came down to this place not really expecting much due to the late booking, the cheap price and lack of photos. But wow, very undersold. Beautiful piece of land with such stunning horses and views. The family that stays there are so welcoming and made this stay so much better. Said it many times before but thank you guys, exactly what we needed for our small break. See you next time!

Location

Martinsville, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Darkinung and Awabakal First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Tyson & Chantelle N.

Joined in October 2023

Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 5 hours

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