Broken Gum Country Retreat - 150 acres of beautiful bush and countryside | Cottage in Hartley
3 Bedroom Cottage in Freeling, Hartley
Nestled in country South Australia, just 50 minutes East of the Adelaide CBD, lies a unique bed and breakfast country retreat called 'Broken Gum'. The property accommodation lies in the centre of 3 main regions, namely Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula and the Murray Lands.
On 150 acres of rolling tree studded countryside, stands our beautiful 3 bedroom, limestone and recycled timber loft homestead, which is a fully contained bed and breakfast with stand alone solar power and rainwater. The open plan downstairs kitchen and relaxation area, boasts a slow combustion plus wood stove, great for cooking delicious meals in winter and providing piping hot water. There is also an LP gas stove for cooking during summer months. The upstairs loft is a beautiful open area, great for relaxing with spectacular views. This area can also sleep 2 more people.
Individuals, couples, groups and families love this property. Kids delight in collecting eggs from free range chickens and a favourite pastime is spotting kangaroos, sheep, lambs, a variety of lizards and abundant birdlife. The camp fire setting is perfect for sharing stories, toasting marshmallows and star gazing on still clear nights.
20 acres of virgin scrub houses some of the rarest native orchids and wildflowers in the region and is a delight for wildflower enthusiast during springtime.
This property also houses South Australia's first Carbon Neutral Canopy Project of 14,000 eucalyptus, acacia, melaleuca and other native species.
There are stunning panoramic views of Mount Barker and Lake Alexandrina, plus breathtaking sunrises, sunsets and moonrises.
Whether going on a family holiday adventure around the property, a picnic in the top paddock or a short leisurely stroll up the hill where wild daisies in season display a magic carpet of yellow, you will love the experience of just getting back to nature.
Re pets? Sorry, no pets.
For a change of pace, DVD player, a collection of DVD's, CDs, TV, iPod docker and radio, plus internet access is available. All in all a unique and restful holiday accommodation awaits you!
This 3 Bedrooms Cottage provides accommodation with Child Friendly, Kitchen, Balcony/Terrace, for your convenience. This Cottage features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Cottage has 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this Cottage has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Freeling. Enjoy your stay in Freeling at this Cottage.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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Hair dryer
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Soap
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Towels provided
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Shampoo
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Bathtub or shower
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1 bathroom
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Bed sheets provided
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Sofa bed
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Day bed
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Free breakfast available
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Wood stove
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Paper towels
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Microwave
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Lobster/crab pot
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Spices
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Stovetop
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Oven
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine
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Car required
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Onsite parking
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Service animals only (pets not allowed)
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Area rugs in public areas
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Smoke-free property
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No elevators
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Handrails in stairways
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Hiking nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Video library
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Games
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Music library
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DVD player
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Smart TV
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Books
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)
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Recycling
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Water-efficient showers only
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Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
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100% renewable energy
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English
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Near a zoo
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In a rural location
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Desk
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Highchair
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Children's dinnerware
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Stair gate
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Children's books
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Children's toys
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Children's games
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Change of towels (on request)
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Iron/ironing board
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Change of bedsheets (on request)
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Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
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Patio
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Firepit
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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First aid kit
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses solar energy
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