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Fernridge Farm Cottage

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Perched on a hill in Bellingen, this charming cottage offers a serene retreat with mountain and valley views. Unwind on the expansive veranda, cook up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen or relax by the fireplace; enjoy Netflix and free NBN WIFI.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool

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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.

Fernridge Farm Cottage

This is a beautiful, well appointed fully self contained cottage located on a Bellingen 120 acre hobby farm. It has two bedrooms, sleeping 6 people, and two bathrooms. All household linen is provided.

Verandas wrap around the cottage, and are sun-drenched throughout the day in winter, shaded in summer, with a very large, covered front veranda. Expansive and spectacular mountain and valley views will keep you on the veranda for hours at a time. Gardens have been designed with an emphasis on bird attracting plants.

The living room has a fireplace, ceiling fans and air conditioning. There is a flat screen digital TV with Netflix installed and a DVD player. NBN WIFI is free in the cottage. The kitchen has a full sized stove and fridge, microwave and there is a gas BBQ on the veranda. You will only need to bring food and personal effects. There is an attached laundry with washing machine and dryer. The cottage was extensively upgraded at the end of 2019.

There is an ensuite to the main bedroom, and the main bathroom has both a large shower and a laundry tub.

It's a perfect place for children - half a kilometre away from the road, not near any water source, well away from neighbours and surrounded by a large flat lawn - a perfect playground for active children (and adults).

Small dogs are welcome but please confirm first. You must clean up after your dog, for the comfort of yourselves and other guests. Dogs are not permitted on furniture or in beds for health reasons. If there are indications that this has occurred, you will be charged $50 per dog per day for your stay.
The cottage is only a five minute drive from Bellingen, and is well off the road on top of a hill. The cottage offers peace, privacy and an opportunity to get away from it all. But not so far away that you can't access the cafes, restaurants and shops of Bellingen when you want to.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please confirm that your pet will be welcome before booking. You must to clean up after your pet, and keep him or her off furniture and out of beds.
Dogs that are permitted on furniture or in beds will incur a fee of $25 per dog per day.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs are to be kept off furniture and beds.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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-1848-2

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fernridge Farm Cottage Bellingen
Fernridge Farm Bellingen
Fernridge Farm
Fernridge Farm Cottage Cottage
Fernridge Farm Cottage Bellingen
Fernridge Farm Cottage Cottage Bellingen
27727

About the neighborhood

Located in Bellingen, this cottage is in the mountains. Bellingen Museum and Old Butter Factory are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bellingen Golf Club and Raleigh Winery. Traveling with kids? Consider The Honey Place and Raleigh International Raceway. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bellingen, NSW

What's nearby

  • Bellingen Park - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Hammond & Wheatley Emporium - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Bellingen Community Markets - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Old Butter Factory - 15 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Dorrigo National Park - 38 min drive - 20.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nambucca Heads Station - 32 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Diggers Tavern and Motel Bellingen
  • Three Blue Ducks
  • ‪Old Butter Factory Café - ‬6 min drive
  • Habitat Coffee House
  • Bellingen Brewery & Co.

Frequently asked questions

Does Fernridge Farm Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Fernridge Farm Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Fernridge Farm Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fernridge Farm Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fernridge Farm Cottage located?

This family-friendly Bellingen cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hammond & Wheatley Emporium and Bellingen Museum. Bellingen Park and Gondwana Rainforests of Australia are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Fernridge Farm Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

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

Thanks

A great place to stay very comfortable clean welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne J.

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

Perfection in Belligen!

Fernridge cottage is perfect in every way a cottage should be! Warm, cosy and just a pleasure to stay in! Judy is great, the small homely touches really make you feel welcome!We will be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kim A.

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

Nice place

Nice,quiet place & close to town
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

A fantastic return visit

I try to book in every year - Fernridge and Bellingen are just beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

louise l.

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

great

had a great time great location and wonderful views
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oksana P.

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

Serenity

We had very peaceful and very private stay in the cottage. We enjoyed nature and quitness of the location. Cottage provides everything you need for holidays in the nature .
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn D.

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

Relaxing stay

Very relaxing stay with beautiful views of the countryside. Thoroughly enjoyed our little break.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S., Mcgraths Hill

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

Beautiful Cozy Cottage

Lovely stay - great location just out of Bellingen. Everything was really easy, would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trudy C.

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

Cozy and private

We had a very quiet relaxing time. Even a power outage made for a more romantic evening. Everything worked and was easy to use. Comfy couch and bed. The busiest thing we did was watch the clouds go by.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay G.

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

Fabulous

The cottage was gorgeous and was so much more than we expected. Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Stunning

What an amazing property and cottaged. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky E.

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

Great place to stay

Such a relaxing stay. Everything needed was supplied and property was clean and welcoming. Fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

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

TREESCAPE

We had an amazing four days in our beautiful accommodation...views from veranda were breathtaking...nothing was a problem for our host Judy...our small poodle Misty was also impressed...will definitely visit again...Jude...John & Misty
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jade Y.

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

Simply Bliss

Beautiful property and cottage with so much history and character, it was so lovely and cosy. Hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Our 1 yr old daughter loved playing hide an seek in the cottage and running free in tge front yard. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph H.

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

Amazing stay!

Property has incredible views! We stayed with our little one, dog and grandparents. Everything was wonderful - we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

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

Would stay again

Very happy with our stay. Well stocked with everything needed, and with quality products. All our needs were accommodated, and hosts always friendly. The view from the back deck is stunning, and the town close by. We enjoyed a swim daily in the pool, and would love to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wyverne S.

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

Lovely House in a Beautiful Place

Easy house to stay in All needs provided for. Beautiful views. This old house has been beautifully restored. We’d happily come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernard S.

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

Great stay

The 4 of us really enjoyed this beautiful home in Bellingen. Perfect in every way. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie P.

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

Contentment

Very comfortable accommodation with highlights being the huge verandah furnished with comfy couch and chairs looking out over the beautiful countryside and indoor fireplace to snuggle around on a cool night. The night sky was also fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Griet M., Uk

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

A little piece of paradise

We booked this cottage for three nights. It was amazing, beautiful and comfortable on the inside with the bonus of a big veranda looking out on to the mountains. It’s set in its own grounds so very peaceful but close enough to go to Bellingen if you want some hustle and bustle. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ainslee B.

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

Tranquil solitude

We love staying at the cottage, this is our third stay. The cottage is perfectly located, quiet, tranquil and sitting on the balcony is our favourite thing to do. My kids love the wildlife and front yar space. The pool is fabulous and I love the fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone C.

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

Peaceful little getaway

This cottage is in the perfect spot, only minutes from town, but with the feel that you are very much away from it all. We loved sitting on the verandah having dinner and drinks, and our 5 children loved the flat lawn area and going for little nature walks around the property. The cottage was very cosy and clean, would definitely recommend to other families. Check in and out was very simple and the hosts were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

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

So relaxing

We stayed 2 nights at Fernridge and thoroughly enjoyed it. The outlook of the property is beautiful, the surrounding area well maintained and the cottage itself is very comfortable. Everything added to a very relaxing and peaceful weekend. Bellingen is full of lovely shops and cafes If you’re looking for a quiet getaway look no further, absolutely loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Return visit to Bellingen

Love returning to Bellingen and this house! So relaxing sitting out on the verandah looking across to the mountains with a glass of wine. Then an open fire to enchant when you retire inside
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ester S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay at Fernridge. The house was immaculate and comfortable providing all the amenities we needed for our 12 night stay. Judy takes extra care in ensuring her guests are well looked after. There is so much to do in the area with great beaches and other sights. Thank you Judy for providing a relaxing and wonderful stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023