Arinya Lodge - Mountaintop Wilderness Escape
About this house rental
Situated in Vacy, this attractive house for $197 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. Experience romance, adventure, wilderness, peace & tranquillity! Perched on top of Mt George with views of the Patterson Valley and World heritage listed Barrington Tops is Arinya Lodge. “Arinya” means Kangaroo in the Aboriginal language. Arinya is an ecolodge with stunning views, priceless moments, beautiful unspoilt natural surroundings and an abundance of native Australian birds and wildlife…… Did we say stunning views? It has everything that exudes comfort, privacy and peace and everything you could want for a truly relaxing break. On the 1,000-acre mountaintop wilderness retreat, wildlife roams freely, and why not? It’s an absolute priviledge to share the environment with the Wallabies, Wallaroos, Kangaroos, Koalas, Goannas, Mountain Lizards, Possums, Echidnas, Gliders, Crimson Rosellas, Black Cockatoos, Wrens, Native Pigeons, Kookaburras……… Wedge-Tail Eagles soar aloft and tranquillity rules. This unique mountain resort (over 500 meters above the valley below) is located on the top of Mt George, the highest peak in the Moonabung ranges. As the weather cools, clouds and mist envelope the resort providing a surreal feeling of living in the clouds. On some days you are even above the clouds! Set on 13 unspoilt acres in an award-winning mountaintop wilderness resort in the Lower Hunter Valley, Arinya Lodge is perfect for romantic weekends and great family escapes. On the grounds of Arinya Lodge is the Moonabung Labyrinth (see below). As our private guests you will also enjoy the use of all the community facilities including the Tennis Court, solar-heated Pool, Outdoor Fitness Centre, Swimming Lagoon & BBQ Picnic area, Children’s Play Area, Recreation Room with Table Tennis and Pool tables and, of course, the Bistro & Bar. With wonderful Bushwalking Trails, a Rainforest with an old Bushman’s Hut, a beautiful Lagoon for dragonfly watching and freshwater dips, Yabby Ponds, 4 WD tracks, panoramic Lookouts and more, there are endless ways to escape, really experience and enjoy the natural world. On the 1,000 acre mountaintop wilderness retreat, the wildlife roams free. It's an absolute joy to share the environment with Wallaroos, Kangaroos, Goannas, Possums, Gliders, Crimson Rosellas, Black Cockatoos and so many more wonderful creatures. Wedge-Tail Eagles soar aloft and tranquillity rules. *********** THE MOONABUNG LABYRINTH. Often confused with Mazes, where you go to get lost, Labyrinths are where you go to “Find yourself”. Walked by pilgrims and penitents and an important spiritual part of many cultures for thousands of years, Labyrinths can be found in many of Europe’s medieval churches and cathedrals such as Chartres – on which the Labyrinth opened in Sydney’s Centennial Park in September 2014 was based. Made almost entirely by hand by Arinya's owners, the Moonabung Labyrinth is accurately modelled on the even older, ancient Cretan pattern. Other religions incorporate Labyrinths into their spirituality. Buddhists walk them in silent meditation and they are often laid out in sacred shapes that encourage contemplation and thoughtfulness. Labyrinths, have acknowledged therapeutic and medical benefits and there is evidence that a labyrinth walk is a ‘right brain exercise’ that can activate the intuitive, imagination and creative side of your brain. The mentally calming and meditative effect of Labyrinths has led to more than 200 being built in US Hospitals in the last decade. There’s a Labyrinth at the Westmead Children’s Hospital and they are appearing in Universities, Rehabilitation Clinics, Parks, Schools and many other places worldwide. Step into Arinya’s backyard and take your first steps in discovering why … WINTER WARMER Book 3 nights - get your 3rd night HALF PRICE! Long Weekends & Easter (min.3 nights) - Book 4 nights and get your 4th night HALF PRICE! Tariff & Booking Conditions Sun-Thu $250 a night for minimum 2 night stay.. Fri & Sat $300 a night. Min.w/end stay 2 nights. Weekly $1,400 (7 nights). ** For the use of 2nd Bedroom, add $50 per person per night. * Long Weekends & Easter. Min.stay 3 nights. * Longer stays negotiable. Max.stay: 30 nights. Booking Conditions. To secure a Booking, a 50% Deposit is required. Final payments must be received 14 days prior to the commencement of the stay - following receipt of which, key collection and directions will be forwarded. Cancellation: 4 weeks before holiday - 100% refund of Deposit. 3 weeks before holiday - 50% refund of Deposit. 2 weeks before holiday - 25% refund of Deposit. 1 week before holiday - no refund of Deposit. NB If we succeed in re-booking Arinya following your Cancellation, the full refund will be given.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Vacy
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(51 Reviews)
5.0
I recently stayed at Arinya lodge for a wedding.
The Lodge was absolutely perfect, it was clean, all instructions were clear and informative, Archana was very helpful with any questions I had and went above and beyond.
It is a beautiful place and the View was Phenomenal.
5.0
Cosy cabin in a bushland setting with an amazing view. Our group of four had a lovely break, very relaxing. There’s no internet and only phone coverage for Telstra which means you really do get away from it all. Appreciated the bubbly on arrival and lots of firewood to keep the fire going.
5.0
Lovely cabin with amazing views. So much wildlife around the house and some great walks.
Close enough to town to go for dinner or coffee whilst feeling a million miles away from everything.
5.0
Beautiful little lodge in the hilltops looking over the valley and Barrington Tops. You honestly can't beat this view! A cup of tea on the balcony is just heaven. Fireplace at this time of year is so cosy, and waking up to the friendly wallabies was just the best. We had an absolutely lovely time.
4.0
Wonderful space. I’ve not had to work so hard with so many details from the owner to organise in any other property I’ve let on this app or others but I suspect the owner has had bad experiences with groups and was just wanting to cover all bases.
4.0
Beautiful space for rest and relaxation
Wonderful space. I’ve not had to work so hard with so many details from the owner to organise in any other property I’ve let on this app or others but I suspect the owner has had bad experiences with groups and was just wanting to cover all bases.
5.0
A lovely house in the most beautiful mountain-top location. The place was very comfortable with plenty of amenities. Easy access to bush walks, a pool and tennis court. Archana and Patrick were so friendly and welcoming and easy to talk to and we had a wonderful weekend staying at this gorgeous destination. Would definitely go again.
5.0
Can't beat the location!
A lovely house in the most beautiful mountain-top location. The place was very comfortable with plenty of amenities. Easy access to bush walks, a pool and tennis court. Archana and Patrick were so friendly and welcoming and easy to talk to and we had a wonderful weekend staying at this gorgeous destination. Would definitely go again.
5.0
My husband and I had a very relaxing long weekend at Arinya Lodge. The location is beautiful with stunning views, lots of birds and kangaroos greeting you in the morning.
5.0
Very relaxing stay at Arinya Lodge
My husband and I had a very relaxing long weekend at Arinya Lodge. The location is beautiful with stunning views, lots of birds and kangaroos greeting you in the morning.
5.0
As soon as you walk into this cozy lodge your instantly relaxed. Unbelievable views that go forever. The fireplace was superb and many kangaroos to keep you company. Archana and Patrick were wonderful hosts and made the experience so easy. Chilled champagne on arrival was a lovely gesture. We are a very relaxed family. Will definitely do again.
5.0
Peaceful Paradise
As soon as you walk into this cozy lodge your instantly relaxed. Unbelievable views that go forever. The fireplace was superb and many kangaroos to keep you company. Archana and Patrick were wonderful hosts and made the experience so easy. Chilled champagne on arrival was a lovely gesture. We are a very relaxed family. Will definitely do again.
5.0
Great location and view. We’ll appointed cabin with everything you need. Plenty of fire wood and a fantastic fire that was are setup ready fir us to light on arrival. Bottle of sparkling wine waiting fir us in the fridge was a nice touch.
5.0
Great view and a fantastic fire
Great location and view. We’ll appointed cabin with everything you need. Plenty of fire wood and a fantastic fire that was are setup ready fir us to light on arrival. Bottle of sparkling wine waiting fir us in the fridge was a nice touch.
5.0
Amazing
Arinya lodge was amazing, Archana and Patrick are great hosts, you can call at anytime if need be for any assistance or information, amazing views a real home away from home.
5.0
My husband and I just celebrated our 24th anniversary here at the cabin
A perfect stay so peaceful and quiet and just what we needed
The cabin is gorgeous very spacious and cosy at the same time fire is perfect and so much wood ready for you
Cant wait to go back
5.0
Just Perfect
My husband and I just celebrated our 24th anniversary here at the cabin
A perfect stay so peaceful and quiet and just what we needed
The cabin is gorgeous very spacious and cosy at the same time fire is perfect and so much wood ready for you
Cant wait to go back
5.0
We enjoyed our stay at Arinya Lodge very much. This place is very quite, perfect for switching off and very comfy with a warming fireplace. Waking up with a beautiful view into nature and being surrounded with wallabies makes the place very special!
5.0
Relaxing place with gorgeous views
We enjoyed our stay at Arinya Lodge very much. This place is very quite, perfect for switching off and very comfy with a warming fireplace. Waking up with a beautiful view into nature and being surrounded with wallabies makes the place very special!
5.0
We had a great stay at Arinya Lodge. So peaceful and beautiful. The cabin is clean and functional. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed for renovations which would of been useful information prior to getting there as we would of eaten there. Due to Covid the walking trails were overgrown and tricky to complete but that couldn’t be helped. Overall we had a relaxing stay and enjoyed the nature and wildlife there.
5.0
The most amazing view ever
Completely relaxing, well equipped. Come here to get away, relax and decompress.
5.0
Beautiful spot above the clouds
We had a great stay at Arinya Lodge. So peaceful and beautiful. The cabin is clean and functional. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed for renovations which would of been useful information prior to getting there as we would of eaten there. Due to Covid the walking trails were overgrown and tricky to complete but that couldn’t be helped. Overall we had a relaxing stay and enjoyed the nature and wildlife there.
5.0
Stunning!
Arinya is a magical place. Archana and Paul are very communicative hosts who really care about guest experiences and taking care of the property.
This is a beautifully set up house on the mountain with a gorgeous view and such gentle and friendly wildlife. It’s truly magical. We will be back!
5.0
Arinya is a magical place. Archana and Paul are very communicative hosts who really care about guest experiences and taking care of the property. This is a beautifully set up house on the mountain with a gorgeous view and such gentle and friendly wildlife. It’s truly magical. We will be back!
5.0
What a beautiful lodge. The photos don't do the view justice. This mountain is filled with bush walks, rainforest walk, a pond filled with water lillies, pool, tennis, labyrinth, friendly roos, lizards big and small, so many birds. Best part is very little phone reception ( with Optus ) so has been the best place to disconnect ..... and ground. Highly recommend.
5.0
Disconnect and ground.
What a beautiful lodge. The photos don't do the view justice.
This mountain is filled with bush walks, rainforest walk, a pond filled with water lillies, pool, tennis, labyrinth, friendly roos, lizards big and small, so many birds. Best part is very little phone reception ( with Optus ) so has been the best place to disconnect ..... and ground.
Highly recommend.
5.0
A really good experience all round - perfect little house, SPECTACULAR views, everything we needed for a truly relaxing getaway. Thanks Archana for having us!!
5.0
We loved Arinya Lodge!!
A really good experience all round - perfect little house, SPECTACULAR views, everything we needed for a truly relaxing getaway. Thanks Archana for having us!!
5.0
Relaxing surrounds, amazing views, nature at its best!
We wanted a place for R&R that offered walks and trails surrounded by nature. The cabin was comfortable, well equipped, tidy and everything needed for a fully self catered holiday.
For a winter getaway the open fireplace was just marvellous. Great views whilst sipping wine, meant we could turn off all devices etc. We were able to watch the world roll by from the hill top.
Every morning we were greeted by the Roos, Wallabies and Rosellas.
Communication with Anchana and Tom meant we knew exactly what to expect, and no issues.
Simply blissful!
5.0
Weekend escape
The accomodation and location were awesome. Beautiful views. Great house. Lots of walks close by.
The wildlife was very friendly.
It was the perfect short break getaway
5.0
Stunning!
What a beautiful place! Secluded, peaceful and with a view that will take your breath away. We loved our stay in winter, the fire was very cosy and the cabin had everything we needed. Thank you!
5.0
A piece of paradise above the clouds
The property is such a lovely relaxing place with everything thought of.
Archana and Patrick were lovely hosts and very attentive checking in along the way.
5.0
Relaxed break
Quiet and relaxed escape
5.0
Breathtaking views
The property is very cute cabin with beautiful wooden ceilings. Immersed in the woods with a balcony facing an amazing view on top of the world.
Loads of wood available for the indoor fire which was very cosy.
Loads of kangaroos and birds visit you in the morning for breakfast!
5.0
Weekend getaway
My husband and I had a lovely weekend at Arinya at the end of February.
The countryside is green again and the view over the valley was magnificent.
We self-catered, which I would recommend, as then you can just totally relax and enjoy the serenity.
The wallabies were very friendly and visited all the time.
It was a very peaceful weekend, perfect for recharging the batteries and enjoying being so close to nature.
5.0
Very good
Very quite place , in the morning a lot of kangaroo come around the house , we enjoy a lot
5.0
A beautiful bush escape
From the moment we arrived, we were transported out of our hectic day to day city lives, into the serene bush environment at Arinya Lodge.
On arrival we were greeted by the local kangaroos and wallabies, who entertained us during our 4 day stay with their curiosity and enthusiasm to show us their babies.
The cottage was cosy and equipped with everything you need for a relaxing break, set on top of Mount George with the most incredible view over Vacy.
Although secluded, the area is only a short 20 min drive down the mountain to Vacy village which has a lovely local pub and restaurant, and general store. The cafe / bistro of the Eaglereach Resort is also available if you don't wish to leave the mountain top.
4.0
Comfortable cabin, could do with some updates, the views are amazing, kangaroos are great to watch.
Comfortable cabin, enough room for 4 adults. Great place to unwind. But also lots to do in the Eaglereach resort. Great fire pit and plenty of wood for inside and out. We think the best views on the mountain. Just wished we could have stayed longer. We had a great time with our sons. Thank you Margatet and Stephen Clarke
5.0
Wonderful, cozy, perfect retreat from the noise of everyday life
Loved the wood fire place, kangaroos with their joeys greeted us each morning and evening. Barbeques taste so much better when overlooking picturesque valleys and small towns. Good communication with Archana, i was not surprised or wanting to know more. The cabin is well kept, dust free and very comfortable.
We strongly recommend this for families or couples wanting a little peace and quiet.
5.0
Our stay at Arinya was perfect. Exactly what we were after for a Hunter getaway
If you’re after a Hunter cabin with a fire, wildlife and amazing views, this place is perfect.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Vacy?
The average price for a rental in Vacy is $367 per night. This rental is $170 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Arinya Lodge - Mountaintop Wilderness Escape. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Arinya Lodge - Mountaintop Wilderness Escape. Enjoy the water!
Is Arinya Lodge - Mountaintop Wilderness Escape pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Arinya Lodge - Mountaintop Wilderness Escape?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen / kitchenette, fireplace, parking, and balcony / patio.
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