Bush, Beaches, Lakes & space - Family-friendly and pet-friendly home
- House280 m²
- Sleeps: 8
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Min. Stay: 2 nights
Relax on 100 acres, mostly forested. 2-8 people. 4 bedrooms. Lots to enjoy.
Bedrooms
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kitLocated in the main bathroom cabinet.
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisherIn main living room
- Carbon-monoxide detectorIn family room and main bedroom
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- mountainAlum Mountain Trail and Mind walk, Bulahdelah. Forest for all skills levels. Accessible all year round.
- Near the oceanClose to Bluey's Beach, Boomerang Beach, Seal Rocks, Sandbar and Myall, Smiths and Wallis Lakes.
- RuralA private rural retreat.
- villageLocated near the villages of Smiths Lake and Blueys Beach.
- lakeTopi Gums is a 10-15 minutes scenic drive to the Myall Lake and Smiths Lake.
General
- launderette
- Air conditioningTwo main bedrooms have air conditioning and main living and 2 bedrooms have ceiling fans.
- HeatingSlow combustion wood heater in living room. Wood provided. Gas space heater in reading/pool room. Romantic wall mounted gas heater in main bedroom.
- Linens providedAll bed linen, blankets, towels and kitchen tea towels provided.
- Washing machineFront load washing machine and washing powder. Dryer, iron, and outdoor and undercover clothes lines.
- Clothes dryerClothes dryer available and undercover and open air clothes lines.
- FireplaceWood fire slow combustion stove.
- ParkingAmple off street parking for 3 cars.
- InternetLimited NBN wifi. Severe weather conditions may affect.
- Towels availableTowels in each bedroom. Also provided for your comfort are bathrobes and slippers.
- Wireless InternetNBN wifi
- Wood stoveA slow combustion wood stove is located in the living/dining room. Firewood is provided.
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer
- Paper towels
- Shampoo
- Basic soaps
- Toilet paper
- Living RoomComfortably furnished with lounge, coffee table, dining for 8 people.
- Baby Gate
Kitchen
- DishwasherIncluding detergent tablets.
- Fridge420L fridge/freezer.
- HobGas.
- OvenGas
- MicrowaveA small microwave to heat food.
- BBQ
- Coffee makerNespresso coffee machine and capsules provided. A coffee plunger and coffee grinder also provided, BYO fresh coffee beans for grinding.
- ToasterTwo slice toaster
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Pantry itemsTea, coffee, sugar, spices, oil, vinegar, some breakfast items.
- Dishes & utensilsGenerously equipped kitchen. Plates, dishes, bowls, cutlery, pots and pans, toaster, wand mixer, coffee grinder, orange press.
- KitchenGas cooking, double sink, 420L refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine.
- Kettle
Dining
- Dining area
- Child's highchair
- DiningDining table seats 6-8. Highchairs available with advance request.
Entertainment
- TelevisionLarge screen TV. Excellent free to air reception by satellite.
- Satellite / CableFree to air TV reception.
- StereoCD/radio boombox and mini stereo.
- DVD playerA DVD player and DVD library are available.
- BooksThe reading room has fiction and non-fiction books, recipe books and reference books.
- Games roomBoard games, chess, checkers, dominoes, playing cards, books.
- GamesBoard games, pool table and ping pong table
- Games for kids
- Music libraryConnect your personal device to the soundbar with Bluetooth. A CD library is also available.
- Ping pong table
- Pool tableMedium sized pool table with pool and billiard balls, cues and chalk.
- ToysBoard games including chess, scrabble and others.
- Video libraryA large DVD library is available with a broad range of movies, including some children's DVDs.
Outside
- GardenLawn from house to dam. Dining table, gazebo with lounge chairs. Hammocks. Fully enclosed dogs' play area to the side.
- BalconyTwo decks overlooking dam and bush
- Kayak / canoeTwo kayaks and life jackets are provided for use on the dam.
- BoatBoat hire available at Smiths Lake.
- VerandaGazebo
- Deck / Patio3 decks: Deck with BBQ, front deck and decks off 2 bedrooms
- Outdoor Furniture
- Water Sports GearTwo kayaks for use on the dam. Outdoor table and chairs settings on decks and in gazebo.
- Golf9 par golf course is a scenic 15 minute drive.
Suitability
- Long-term renters welcome
Notes
- The house will be all for you and your guests to enjoy, however, we're only a phone call away should you have questions.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 7 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 7 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - Supervision essential 8mo to 8yrs - unfenced dam. Supervision essential 8mo to 8yrs - unfenced dam.
Pets allowed - 2 well behaved adult pets. Off furniture and beds2 well behaved adult pets. Off furniture and beds
No parties/events - Parties are not permitted. 8 guests only.Parties are not permitted. 8 guests only.
No smoking - Not inside. Not during fire bans.Not inside. Not during fire bans.
Max guests: 8 (sleeps up to 8 adults)
- Respect the neighbours, local residents and the communities you visit by keeping noise levels low, driving within speed limits & obeying local rules.
- Leave house tidy, furniture as you found it, no dog fur or pet damage, dishes as you found them, rubbish driven to bins. Do not litter 😃
- No damage, excessive noise, no speeding, no weapons.
Cleaning practices
Enhanced cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Cleaned with disinfectant
Minimum three-day vacancy between guests’ stays
52 Reviews
Outstanding Scenic and Tranquil Stay
A beautiful property with every facility you could wish for for a fantastic family getaway, with the pooches! A lot of special little touches made our stay feel like we were staying at a friend’s place. Thank you so much for making our short stay so enjoyable. Would highly recommend this property
Our pleasure that you enjoyed Topi Gums and that you felt that you were at a friend’s place...Cared for and as a special friend is how we like people to feel. Thanks for staying :)
5 Star Property and Hosts
It's all the thoughtful gestures that make this an overall great place to stay. From the welcome message to the gifts for your stay. The beds, bedding and towels were lovely. The home is very clean and amenities in great working order. Our furry family members loved it and they were thought of too by the owners thoughtful touches. Thank you thank you ❤️
Thank you, Melanie. You and your group were A1 guests. Thanks for staying.
Beautiful, Quiet and Relaxing
Beautiful, Quiet and Relaxing as described.
My family and I had a terrific time together on this wet weekend. Highly recommended and we hope to visit again soon.
We're delighted you and your family enjoyed the weekend despite the rain and trust the property offered enough entertainment to please.
Great weekend
Very comfortable house and beautiful property. We all enjoyed our stay. The hosts made us most welcome.
We're pleased you enjoyed the house and property. Thanks for being excellent guests. We hope we'll have the opportunity to welcome you again in future. Thank you.
Another perfect long weekend
The entire family eagerly awaits our Topi Gums getaway. A truly beautiful and unique property with amazing hosts who consider every last detail to make everyone’s stay perfect. This stay we saw more wildlife and took full advantage of the array of board games available. Thank you so much for your impeccable hospitality.
Hi Amy, bringing pleasure to our guests is our goal. Thanks for your repeat visits. Let us know if we can make your stay even more special. You are impeccable guests. Thanks for your patronage.
Map
Topi Gums Bush Retreat is in the Great Lakes district of NSW, approximately 3 hours north of Sydney. It is set on 100 acres in an-out-of- the way location, however, it is within a 15-20 minute scenic drive to the beautiful beaches, lakes and national parks of the area. It is a relaxing place with a variety of leisure activities to enjoy with family, friends and pets. Not suitable for children 8 months to 8 years.
Owner
Philip & Yolanda de Haan
- Languages:
- english, italian
About Philip & Yolanda de Haan
We love providing our guests with accommodation that will make you feel special. So, together with a small, dynamic team of local people, we ensure you have an amazing and well maintained holiday house in the bush. “We love the Australian bush and being surrounded by nature. The bird sounds, croaking frogs, the summer hum of cicadas, the scent of the bush and the starry nights are re-energising and liberating. Topi Gums transports you to a place where you feel like nothing else matters. So we're enthusiastic about sharing these experiences with you. We invite you to relax at Topi Gums. It's an appealing and beautiful place and, even though you'll have the space to yourself, you'll still feel our warm welcome. HISTORY: The name “Topi” comes from the Worimi people who occupied many areas of the Great Lakes and the Birrimbai tribe who occupied areas of Bungwahl. “Topi”, means to stay, and “Topi Topi” means to stay a little while longer. It is believed that the region of Topi Topi was not settled by any of the Worimi tribes, rather they travelled through and rested there. So, we invite you to come and relax, and stay a little while longer. Our 2pm checkout time means that you too can stay a little bit longer.
Philip & Yolanda de Haan purchased this House in 1994
Why Philip & Yolanda de Haan chose Bungwahl
We chose this place because you feel 'away from it all', nothing else matters. It offers you your own space without a 'next door' neighbour while being near the coast and lakes of the Great Lakes. We love the choices - trees and bush air, taking long beach and lake walks. Topi Gums gives us the opportunity to explore different places. At the day's end we love returning home to retreat in our own bit of paradise, just in time to hear the late afternoon twitter of tiny finches, wrens and wagtail birds. Topi Gums gives us joy.
What makes this House unique
We love Topi Gums for its fresh bush scents, the trees, the solitude, its ability to transport you from usual life to a green and clean environment, and to experience the re-energising and delightful touch of nature.