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Waterfront Retreat - Kayaks, Heated Pool, Firepit and so much more!

Family-friendly holiday home in Lower Portland with an outdoor pool

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Children’s area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the banks of Colo River, Cloudcroft House offers an enchanting escape with 24 private acres of space to unwind. Say hello to friendly sheep or launch a small boat from the shared ramp and explore. With kayaks available and awesome kids play equipment, this historic estate is perfect for large groups, families, and pet-owners.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Retreat - Kayaks, Heated Pool, Firepit and so much more!

Discover Cloudcroft House, an enchanting historic estate on the banks of the Colo River that delivers unparalleled serenity and privacy. Relax under the shade of fruit trees or say hello to our friendly sheep who call the estate home. Perfect for large groups, families, and pet-owners, our estate offers a variety of activities designed to satisfy your every need.

Set on 24 private acres, you'll have total privacy and plenty of space for activities. A shared boat ramp just 50 meters from the front gate allows you to launch a small boat, a public boat ramp only 5 min away for larger boats, or you can borrow one of our kayaks to explore the gorgeous Colo River.

The whole property is yours to explore. There is plenty of space to park a boat trailer near the water, and awesome kids play equipment out the side of the house.

Please note: there is no mooring or pontoon for boats. External cameras are used for security purposes only. The riverside BBQ/sink area is currently non functioning due to flood damage however there is a family size Webber BBQ at the house for your use.

NEWLY ADDED: Heated 11m pool (please note a heated pool is never hot as it is set to a maximum of 27 degrees)

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Parties are not permitted. Please do not exceed the max. number of guests. Community quiet times are from 10pm to 6am.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 PID-STRA-59854

About the area

Map
Lower Portland, NSW

What's nearby

  • Colo River Park - 15 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Jubilee Vineyard Estate - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Hawkesbury Race Club - 38 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Riverside Oaks Golf Resort - 40 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Sydney Motorsport Park - 60 min drive - 62.8 km

Getting around

  • Windsor Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paradise Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tractor 828 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Colo Riverside - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Cooks Co-op - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Colo Riverside Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Retreat - Kayaks, Heated Pool, Firepit and so much more! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Waterfront Retreat - Kayaks, Heated Pool, Firepit and so much more! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Waterfront Retreat - Kayaks, Heated Pool, Firepit and so much more! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Retreat - Kayaks, Heated Pool, Firepit and so much more! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Retreat - Kayaks, Heated Pool, Firepit and so much more! located?

This family-friendly Lower Portland holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hawkesbury River and Skeleton Rocks Reserve. Colo River Park and Comleroy Flora Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Waterfront Retreat - Kayaks, Heated Pool, Firepit and so much more! Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

adam g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Had an amazing stay here, places was spotless and we got there. The pool was a fantastic addition and we swam all weekend!Had heaps of fun and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie J. W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great kid friendly rental

The stay was overall great. Very spacious property and lots of kid friendly activities. Great for a family stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

Enjoyed the stay, good for family with young kids
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Booked this house for a weekend away with some friends and it was a great little spot! Pool is a great addition and very relaxing atmosphere. River is beautiful but a giant walk down/up the hill and there’s a space to bbq and a fire down there too. There were some small issues with bed arrangements and keys But they were resolved immediately by the host and their lovely cleaner. Pretty isolated from everything so bring all you need for your stay for max relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Erin P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Peaceful location

Lovely location along the remote Colo River, though the property riverfront is separated by a road and over 100m from the house making access for some difficult. The cleanliness of the property could have been better but on the whole was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lucy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Well stocked and immaculately presented home

It was a great pleasure to be the first visitors at Cloudcroft House. The host was very responsive over Christmas weekend and helpful with all queries. The home is very clean and the kitchen well equipped for cooking for and feeding large groups, which was especially helpful as we were staying over the Christmas weekend. The only thing I would mention is the oven space, which is a little smaller than a typical oven - there is, however, lots of space for fan-forced/grilling. There are a few things around the house which needs some fixing up, but they were quite minor. I note there is also a second shower available for use, but no blinds for the windows in that bathroom. That was ok for us though, as we booked the house with the understanding there would only be the one shower. One main thing that was a little concerning was the neighbouring dogs. When we left the bounds of the front yard and crossed to the riverside area of the property, there was some growling from the dogs, who run freely and regularly crossed over to where we were. Their owner was not too far off though and all turned out ok. But we didn't let our dogs out of the house for the majority of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Brianna C.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025