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The Convent Oconnell Circa 1867

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
Step into The Convent, a beautifully restored four-bedroom home with beautiful Gothic windows and timber flooring. Enjoy the tranquil gardens, outdoor fire pit, and BBQ area in this pet-friendly haven near The Grange and O Connell Cafe.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

The Convent Oconnell Circa 1867

“The Convent” O Connell c1867 was home to the Josephite nuns .Besides St Francis church and school it served as a small boarding house before being used as the local post office .Now a beautifully restored four bedroom home with beautiful Gothic windows throughout, timber flooring and cosy fireplace. The Convent has beautiful gardens with mature trees Located near The Grange, Mayfield Gardens and O Connell Cafe, The Convent will delight with the best of old and new. Pet Friendly by arrangement

The space
A beautiful light airy space in a delightful garden setting. All rooms have high ceilings, luxury furnishings and linen. The bathrooms will be renovated later this year . Outdoor fire pit and BBQ area to enjoy. Beds can be two Queen size, a King size and either two king king singles or a king. There are three comfortable lounges and a dining table to seat 12 people. Cosy, tranquil and inviting space to enjoy

Guest access
Whole house

Other things to note
As breeders of Cavoodles and Cocker Spaniels - Fox Hollow Cavoodles and Cockerspaniels for over 19 years, we know that pets are part of the family. Small- Medium size dogs are permitted at The Convent by prior arrangement. Pooper scooper provided and you will need to clean up after your pet. They are permitted inside on timber flooring and provided doggy bed.A bed and kennel are provided outdoors. Please don’t allow them on the carpeted area or furniture.
There is a vegetable garden and fruit trees that guests are welcome to use. Cereals, bread, condiments etc are provided. Please note the church and school house on the adjoining property are private residence so please respect that there is strictly no access though you are welcome to explore the graveyard.
We hope you enjoy your visit to the region

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Pets are most welcome please respect the furniture. Soiling,damage or extra cleaning up after your pet will incur an extra fee this including outside
If using the BBQ please clean thoroughly after use. Please note it is a historic property so please treat her with respect .
There is a fire pit that is wonderful to use in correct weather. Check that there are no bans before use. A LIMITED amount of wood is supplied

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are by arrangement please message details

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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-46458, 2795

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
O'Connell, NSW

What's nearby

  • Hassall Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mayfield Garden - 15 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Charles Sturt University - 22 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit - 24 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Jenolan Caves - 42 min drive - 36.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bathurst Station - 22 min drive
  • Bathurst, NSW (BHS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O'connell Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The O'Connell Avenue Cafe & Store - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪mcgrath wines brewongle - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Convent Oconnell Circa 1867 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Convent Oconnell Circa 1867?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Convent Oconnell Circa 1867?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Convent Oconnell Circa 1867 located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Hassall Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Wambool Nature Reserve and Mayfield Garden. Ben Chifley Dam and Snake Island are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Convent Oconnell Circa 1867 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nellie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place with a well stocked kitchen which was a plus. Good location, clean and nice that we could bring pup along too
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

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

Perfect Family Weekend

Caught up for a family birthday celebration. The property was absolutely awesome! The location, the gardens, the facilities and the all round care and support from the owner, Steph was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful historic stay

The Old Covent has been lovingly converted into a fantastic place to stay. Every comfort has been thought of, and by allowing a pet ment that my young daughter could have her beloved corgi with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

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

Charm and Comfort

The Convent has country charm with thoughtful touches, comfort and space to relax or entertain. Communication with the host was easy and timely. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

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

Perfection

This jewel surpasses all expectations It is a place of tranquility and old charm and eleganceThe history is wonderful and u must visit the graveyard I could so easily have stayed longerBeautiful hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent O.

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

Mr

Awesome country retreat, great communication and as advertised. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEIRDRE H.

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

Wow just wowwww

From the moment you enter the property you feel a peace. Inside is beautifully decorated, pretty much everything you need. Comfortable beds. Our stay was practically perfect in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Wonderful

Some girlfriends and I stayed for a few nights in May - was wonderful. Large beautiful bedrooms, 3 comfy lounges, large dining room table, open fireplace, plenty of parking. Felt like we were in a House and Garden magazine. Cafe opposite for morning coffee's, Mayfield Gardens just a short drive. We have come home very relaxed and feeling spoit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

p l.

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

family get together

wonderful weekend shared in cold wintery weekend. Just what we needed. The Convent is beautifully decorated and so comfortable.Really enjoyed the fireplace and heaters in. the rooms . Electric blankets also marvellous. Breakfast provided was very much appreciated by all.Our family could relax and enjoy each other's company and the Convent made it special. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

Girls quilting getaway

This property is fabulous in every way. The furnishings are very well appointed and apt for the Convent .The beds are so comfy and bedlinen very smart. Great dining table indoors , outdoor seating on the verandah and a garden setting as well. Beautiful garden and a stroll through the adjoining gravesite gives one a sense of the history of the area. The pub is a quick walk down the road . Perfect . We will be back. Thank you Stephanie and Peter
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisella Z.

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

O’Connell Stay

The Convent is a gorgeous, charming, spacious home that has been thoughtfully designed for comfort and enjoyment. It has everything you may need. It’s so lovely that we all really looked forward to coming back to the house at the end of each days outing! The fireplace in the living area and the fire pit outside were a special attraction for both the adults and the kids. The location is the icing on the cake. Rural yet 20mins from Bathurst and close to other places we wanted to visit such as Jenolan Caves and Mayfield Garden. The coffee shop across the road and the pub about 250m away we’re also very convenient aspects to this property. A very enjoyable and memorable getaway for all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anne W.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025