Set amidst 12 acres of tall gums, Grey Gums offers a serene and spacious retreat perfect for families or groups. Enjoy al fresco dining in the covered outdoor area, unwind under the stars with an open air hot shower and bathtub, or cozy up by the wood fired heater to read a book.
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9180 sq m
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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Grey Gums - feel the serenity
Grey Gums is an owner built, eco friendly, charming, unique house, offering great value accommodation, hand crafted from new and recycled materials and sandstone coloured Timbercrete bricks. Surrounded by tall gums, the house is set on 12 acres. It features quality, woodwork fittings and furnishings for you to enjoy. It is light and spacious and exudes serenity. It is great for families with kids or groups of adults. And now we have air conditioning to help cope with the summer heat.
There are 4 bedrooms, each with a queen sized bed and one has a king single also. We supply quality linen for you. There is a 3 way bathroom and an ensuite bathroom with the master bedroom. The 2 spacious showers and a bath tub add to the comfort of your stay. This will enable many guests to get ready for a wedding or to relax after a long day in the outdoors. We can accommodate an extra person on a mattress on the floor.
There is an open air hot outdoor shower and bathtub in which to soak providing soothing relaxation under the stars amidst the serenity of grey gums, scribbly gums and other native bush, rain or shine.
Enjoy al fresco dining in our new outdoor, covered area. There are 4 sets of outdoor tables and chairs for different uses.
Outdoor fire pit surrounded by rustic seating enhances your stay on cosy nights. We provide all the wood for the outdoor fire pit and the indoor wood heater.
View the night sky and constellations with no light pollution.
There is a large, well equipped modern kitchen with a coffee maker and an outdoor barbecue.
A selection of teas, coffee, milk and olive oil are provided.
As we make our own electricity and solar hot water, collect rain water, and take care of sewage on site, you can minimize your environmental impact. We recycle all the plastics, metal, glass, paper and organics in the bins provided. You don't need to bring bottled water as the rain water is very clean to drink and tastes fantastic but is safe as we use a UV light to kill microbes, not chlorine.
Relax in front of the cosy, wood fired heater to watch TV ----- or lose yourself in a good book. There is a variety of indoor games and lots of perfect holiday reading in our collection of books and magazines for both children and adults and many nooks for relaxing.
Kangaroos, wombats and a variety of native birds frequent the property, which backs on to a nature reserve overlooking the Kangaroo River. Spring time is the time to see the echidnas out on a walkabout. For those energetic souls, or those who love a casual stroll, this provides for some very scenic bush walking. There is also a 250m bush walk on the property with many local plants identified and discussed. Due to our natural setting, with many wild animals and that we border the Kangaroo River Nature Reserve, which has fox (and DOG!) poisoning bait stations, we cannot be a pet friendly accommodation. Bushwalk (medium difficulty) for approximately 50 minutes to the Kangaroo River through scribbly gum forest and dry and shallow creek bed for a refreshing swim.
A ping pong table and a pool table are also provided for your enjoyment. There is plenty of space for backyard ball games too.
We realize that it can be difficult to keep connected in Kangaroo Valley so we offer free fast WiFi.
We are keen to keep it rented and will do what we can to accommodate you. The owners/managers live on site and will do whatever we can to assist you to make your stay an enjoyable experience. An early check in or a late check out can usually be arranged at no extra cost. This is only possible if we have no other guests arriving or departing on your dates. We also offer a 10%discount on stays over 6 nights and 20% discount on stays over a month long.
It is only 5 mins by car or a 30 minute stroll to Kangaroo Valley's boutique coffee shops and cafes, as well as interesting shops and galleries to browse.
Kangaroo Valley is a cyclists' paradise. There are a number of excellent road and mountain bike trails to enjoy.
Visit the Kangaroo Valley Pioneer Farm Museum to learn about Kangaroo Valley's intrepid forebears.
Rent canoes to paddle the Kangaroo River or fish for carp and bass. Horse riding, swimming, tennis, golf, cooking lessons ..........
Situated half way between the Highlands and the Coast, Kangaroo Valley is an excellent base for exploring these regions.
The base rate is for 6 people.
GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE. Give a special time away as a gift for those special people you know.
There are many other attractions in the area.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside, please do not litter.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: Sorry, poison fox baits about.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: We have games for the kids too.
Events
No events allowed
Extra guests allowed by written approval of owners
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside, please do not litter.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Extra guests allowed by written approval of owners
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 2577, PID-STRA-19205-1
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Kangaroo Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area. Pioneer Museum Park and Berry Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cambewarra Estate Winery and Nowra Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Nowra Aquatic Park and Shoalhaven Zoo. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Kangaroo Valley travel guide
How much is parking at Grey Gums - feel the serenity?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grey Gums - feel the serenity?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Grey Gums - feel the serenity?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Grey Gums - feel the serenity located?
This family-friendly Kangaroo Valley holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kangaroo River Nature Reserve and Pioneer Museum Park. Morton National Park and Barrengarry Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Grey Gums - feel the serenity Reviews
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Highly recommend beautiful location and wonderful property
Catherine S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
karen
31 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a stunning property in a perfect location. We didn’t have much time to use all facilities as we had a wedding, but this property definitely had everything and there is no need to leave to do activities as everything is right there inc pool table and table tennis.
Great cooking facilities. Great showers, beds comfy.
And the fireplace inside is lovely in winter.
Highly recommend this property.
Grey Gums was the perfect getaway for a 2 night stay with friends. Our party was made up of 5 kids aged 6-15 and 3 adults. The house was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. The kids loved the ping pong table and games and we enjoyed sitting around the firepit roasting marshmallows. One of the kids even managed an outdoor bath! Highly recommend this beautiful place.
Property was amazing for our group of 9. Teen kids loved playing games on the lawn, marshmallows on the campfire. The house catered for everything you need to host a large group. Was super convenient for the town and all the attractions. Dennis was there on arrival to help us with any questions and share recommendations. Amazing stay.
We stayed here as it was close to a wedding we attended. The house was great, with lots of nice natural finishes and touches. The coffee machine made great food which was a bonus. The linen on the beds was comfy as were the beds.
Our family stayed here as we were attending a wedding in a venue nearby. The house was perfect for what we needed, spacious rooms, clean, great entertaining areas including games. Thank you again!
Stayed here for my mum’s 70th. Dennis was more than generous with check in and check out arrangements. The house is set out perfectly for larger groups. It is also equipped with everything you need. The first aid kit had tick cream which was perfect for the ticks we got on a bush walk. The extra items to keep the kids and teens entertained were fabulous. We couldn’t fault the place.
A lovely property with spacious grounds and wildlife. A very comfortable house to stay for my daughter’s wedding. Unfortunately the wifi only worked for a few hours on the first day but otherwise was lovely.
We had 8 stay in our group at Dennis beautiful house and property. Ages ranged from 17-81 and we all loved the place. Had a fire at night and outdoor bath under the stars. Played table tennis and pool. The garden is shaded in the afternoon. We would love to come stay again. Thank you Dennis!
Grey Gums is the perfect house for an extend family get together. The house is large and well equipped to cater for 9 adults. We loved the wildlife which came to visit the gardens, and exploring the property and creek.
The fire place made the house warm and cozy.
Grey Gums is close to Wild Wood Wedding venue, which we attended for our nieces wedding.
Overall we had a fabulous 3 day stay and all of us want to come back again.
Privacy, peace and relaxation in Beautiful Kangaroo Valley
This property is tranquil. What a wonderful place to unwind, relax and kick back. Absolutely nothing else needed. Dennis was a wonderful host. Nothing was an issue. The beds and pillows are comfy, the showers are hot with good pressure and the kitchen is a dream. The fire pit and outdoor areas are sensational. Amazing bird and wildlife to enjoy at all hours of the day. We absolutely would love to stay at Grey Gums again. Thank you
We had a great short stay at this accommodation! The internal fireplace made the space feel cozy and warm, and the fully equipped kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals together. The ping-pong table added a fun, competitive touch to our evenings, and the outdoor bathtub was both relaxing and full of laughs. A lovely spot for a quick getaway with friends!
Great place, lots of space both inside and out, our family had a great time.
Dennis was super easy to deal with, a great experience.
Geoff P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim K.
13 Nov 2018
great house, awesome location, nice owners
We had a great time here and our kids loved all the wildlife around the area and the house. The house itself was very nice and spacious and gave us and our kids lots of areas to relax and have fun. Great place, we will definitely come back soon!