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“A Secret place to slow down”

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV. - “A Secret place to slow down” (Gloucester)
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors through a large window. - “A Secret place to slow down” (Gloucester)
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a wicker chair. A large window offers a view of the outdoors. - “A Secret place to slow down” (Gloucester)
A small cabin with a wooden deck and a metal roof, surrounded by trees and hills. - “A Secret place to slow down” (Gloucester)
A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, a built-in dishwasher, a stove, and a microwave. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures and a window above the sink. - “A Secret place to slow down” (Gloucester)
“A Secret place to slow down” provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

“A Secret place to slow down”

  • Designed to give couples a get-away-from it all feeling the Eco-Cabin offers rustic luxury, privacy and an up-close-to-nature experience. Amongst the trees and in the shadows of “The Bucketts” the views of the Barrington and Gloucester River valleys and surrounding mountains are wonderful. The Eco-cabin is about 300 metres from the nearest house. So bring your sense of adventure and leave your alarm clock behind.
    This Eco-Cabin provides a unique style of couples accommodation steeped in rustic luxury and surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
    Its is fully self contained with solar power and rainwater storage; a luxurious king-size bed, a bath with idyllic views and a fully equipped kitchen. There’s BBQ on the large deck and an outdoor fire drum for cooler nights under the stars.

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About the area

Located in Gloucester, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Saint Clements Historic Park is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Crossing Reserve and Craven Reserve. Rafting and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Gloucester travel guide
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Gloucester, NSW

What's nearby

  • A hiker in a forested area with a view of distant mountains and a cloudy sky.
    Barrington Tops National Park
    24 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Billabong Native Garden
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gloucester Folk Museum
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Gloucester Farmers Market
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Gloucester Country Club
    6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station
    4 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    107 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thunderbolt's Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Tab
    3 min drive
  • Nanna's Homewares & Antiques
    2 min drive
  • The Fish Farm
    4 min drive
  • Roadies Cafe
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “A Secret place to slow down” 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 at “A Secret place to slow down”?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at “A Secret place to slow down”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “A Secret place to slow down”?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “A Secret place to slow down” located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Billabong Native Garden, Gloucester Farmers Market and Gloucester Folk Museum. Gloucester Soldiers Memorial Hospital and Saint Clements Historic Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

“A Secret place to slow down” Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent cabin and location, we highly recommend to those wanting a private getaway with spectacular views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to relax, do nothing and enjoy the view

New, clean and all that we need was provided. Fantastic outlook and a wonderful taste of the country.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic peaceful getaway

Property just outside of town so you can grab anything you need quickly. Beautiful setting, woke to the sounds of all the local bird life and the beautiful foggy valley while watching the sunrise coming up from the mountains. So many animals from the cows grazing to the little magpie that would come for a snack to the green tree frog that would come and croak at night plus rock wallabies that would be hopping past. The surrounding Barrington tops National Park was spectacular views and bush walks. Thanks to all the lovely locals that welcomed us into their beautiful town and a very special thanks to Dan for sharing this little piece of countryside with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay and unwind with country views. Communication with our Host was excellent. Smooth transaction . Would visit again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful & perfect

Sure! Here's a shorter version of the review:---A Secret Place to Slow Down lives up to its name, quiet, cozy, and beautifully set in nature. The space was spotless, thoughtfully decorated, and incredibly relaxing. Close enough to Gloucester’s attractions but tucked away enough to truly unplug. The hosts were kind and attentive. A true hidden gem, we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute peace and serenity. Driveway is a bit tricky but adds to the remoteness while still being close to town. Well designed with lots of thoughtful touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Heatwave stay

The property is well appointed (but not luxury) however the description of ammenities is misleading. The aircon is completely inadequate for the place and when you need it most in a heatwave it is useless. There is no washing machine or drier despite the description stating that. The property is heavily reliant on solar and the batteries between two cabins are connected. We had the misfortune of the occupants of the other cabin draining our battery as well as theirs leaving us with no power. You can not run the aircon and use the kettle, toaster or microwave at the same time otherwise it shorts it. The back up generator failed to operate when the solar battery was drained and no one was sent to fix this leaving us with minimal power during a heatwave. When we flagged some issues with the manager/host we were advised “a cool change should come through later”… well meant but not helpful when we were sweltering in 35’C+ heat. We were repeatedly woken the first night by the faulty smoke alarm. When we advised the manager/host of this we were told “it’s ok to remove it” no one sent out to replace it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just right

Great property for a couples getaway. Amazing location, wow views and the town nearby. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful vistas

The Ridge is a lovely little spot for a getaway. Far enough away from everything but also close enough to everything. Just lovely for 2.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property,wonderful views

We had a wonderful stay. Amazing views, the bath was a hit, and the weather cooled down overnight in the middle of summer. The cabin is able to be kept quite cool in the middle of the day too. We spent a few days there without needing to go out. The birds nearby were wonderful. Very happy it's pet friendly, as our two small dogs had a great time too. The local coucal blessed us with its interesting call and we briefly spotted it once! Besides a local crow giving us a 5am wake up call, overall it was a wonderful stay. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will be staying again

The cabin is well appointed and has a neat layout which made our stay very comfortable. It has a beautiful view of the town from the hilltop and was so quiet. Really enjoyed our stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025