Calabash Bay Lodge, Hawkesbury River – Home 2389887 Villa
- 4 bedrooms
- 8 sleeps
- min stay varies
Calabash Bay Lodge, Hawkesbury River – Home 2389887
- Villa
- 4 bedrooms
- sleeps 8
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.3 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car not necessary
- Air conditioning
- Ask about pets
Description from owner
Description
CALABASH BAY LODGE is a boutique luxury retreat for the discerning traveller in a unique and exemplary water-access only location on the Hawkesbury River. Unlike other destinations further afield, we offer a unique experience of the Australian wilderness and absolute waterfront way of life, only a heartbeat away from the bustling metropolis of Sydney, just 1 hour to the south.
BEST AUSTRALIAN BOUTIQUE LODGE Finalist Luxury Travel Gold List Awards 2015, Best Indulgence Finalist in the Stayz Awards 2015, Unique Accommodation Finalist NSW Tourism Awards 2014 and Gold Winner 2012 at the Greater Sydney Tourism Awards 2012, the award-winning Calabash Bay Lodge is surrounded by 360 degrees of riverfront national park. Our other accolades include being called one of the world's "Top 5 Water Beds" by the Weekend Australian magazine, named on Virgin Australia's 2012 Luxe List as one of the world’s “51 top luxe experiences”, and featured as one of the top Australian luxury stays in Fairfax's 52 Good Weekends Away 2011. The pristine eucalypt bush and 200 million year old Hawkesbury sandstone cliffs that ring Calabash Bay Lodge will likewise seduce you.
BEING WATER-ACCESS ONLY, Calabash Bay Lodge is a very private and exclusive sanctuary for guests to replenish, rejuvenate and recharge in this magical setting. Naturally, your stay with us includes arrival and departure boat transfers from the closest road access point at Berowra Waters, use of a boat and kayaks to explore the river from the property, as well as fishing rods and a crab pot to try your luck at catching dinner.
FOUR BEAUTIFUL BEDROOMS offer north-facing floor to ceiling views from every room to a 4km sweep of riverfront that ends at our private waterfront pontoon and garden. All bedrooms have access to outdoor balconies and there are 3 bathrooms, 2 being private ensuites and 1 shared between two bedrooms. Three of our king rooms can be split into king singles to make a twin room configuration. Our interior-designed indoor and outdoor entertaining and lifestyle zones feature the best of Australian design from Carole Whiting and Secret Gardens with essential modern amenities, including complimentary WiFi, Foxtel Platinum HD TV, Sonos, Netflix, Apple TV, Stan and Nespresso coffee machine.
CATERING FOR YOUR EVERY DESIRE… are you celebrating a special occasion, or just feel like treating yourselves? We also offer unparalleled in house dining experiences with Michelin star quality private chefs, and gourmet catering packages, enabling you to focus on relaxing while we cater to your every desire. We can create the ultimate luxury package including spa treatments, massages and yoga lessons in our separate yoga studio and deck.
SUSTAINABLE APPROACH… Calabash Bay Lodge is eco-friendly, running on Greenpower energy, a septic waste system and is cleaned with chemical-free products, so as to have the lowest footprint on our pristine natural environment. We prioritise local business suppliers and preference Australian suppliers.
WHATEVER THE OCCASION, Calabash Bay Lodge is a beautiful place to relax, indulge, and celebrate life. We invite you to share the experience with us.
Please note well, we are unable to accept stays for commencement on Saturdays or Sundays. Changeover dates unless already specified for a specific season are Monday or Friday.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Ask about pets
- 2 Cribs
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: King bed
Bedroom 4: King bed
Beds in other rooms: - 1 Full bath, 2 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Grill
- Patio
- Waterfront
- Solarium or roof terrace
- Balcony or terrace
- Boat available
- Deck
- Internet access
- Fireplace
- Staffed property
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($1,320.69) $2,000.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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2 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
About the owner
Kim E.
- Calendar last updated:
- 30 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 12
- Based in:
- Australia
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 59 reviews
Excellent
59 reviews
- Excellent
- 57
- Very Good
- 2
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“Total relaxation”
Calabash Bay Lodge was the perfect place for our family to get some much needed rest and relaxation. The house is perfectly located with postcard worthy views. We watched boats come and go, sea planes… More
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“Wild Luxury 10/10”
An unbelievable experience in an extraordinary location. Our second time staying here. Everything you could possibly need to make this stay a relaxing and luxurious one has been thought of. Staying he… More
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“The perfect choice for a luxury getaway!”
I cannot recommend Calabash Bay Lodge highly enough. The house is superbly appointed with everything we needed (and more!) for a fantastic weekend away with friends. Perched on high above the river, y… More
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“Complete luxury and more on a river”
Wow, wow and wow! Calabash Bay Lodge is truly outstanding! Water, bush, and complete luxury all rolled into one. And only one hour out of Sydney which meant we were able to escape the world and its pr… More
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“Breathtakingly beautiful”
My husband and I stayed for a weekend and it was exceptional! Manny and Claire were the most wonderful hosts. We were picked up on the Friday afternoon in Manny’s boat. A comfortable and ver… More
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“A piece of paradise at Berowra”
This was our third stay with friends here. Such a special spot with amazing views. Spacious for 6-8 people with enough seating and places to have a solo moment. I favourite spot was on the balcony loo… More
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“Glorious haven right on the river”
We had a fabulous stay at Calabash Bay Lodge - absolutely wonderful location right on the River with stunning views from all rooms, especially the dining area. The Lodge was fully equipped with every… More
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“NY Celebrations”
Thank you to the entire team at Calabash Bay lodge! We had the most wonderful time and will definitely be back! If fishing, swimming, boating and relaxing while being surrounded by stunning national… More
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“Absolutely faultless!”
We stayed at Calabash over the weekend. I could not fault this stay whatsoever! The house is exquisite, every attention to detail. It has such a sense of luxury. The location is second to none! We e… More
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“Perfect 3 generations weekend away”
While this was my third stay at Calabash, it was the first time with my parents and adult children. As always though it was a fantastic holiday. The location is spectacular and the facilities first cl… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Kim (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Kim (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Kim (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Kim the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Kim (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Kim (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Kim (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Kim (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Kim (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Kim (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Kim (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Kim (the owner) a message.
If Kim (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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