True North - 4BR Bilpin Bush Retreat

True North is a large, rustic house in Bilpin (Blue Mountains), famous for its apple picking and ciders. The house has 4 bedrooms for up to 8 guests and surrounded by country gardens, green lawn and plenty of wildlife filled trees. If you love being outside you'll love the large swimming dam and cozy outdoor firepit area! The home features thoughtfully furnished bedrooms, quality linen, aircon, indoor and outdoor fireplace, large fully equipped kitchen, family dining area and a sunroom. The space At “True North”, there is an emphasis on being nature-loving and sustainable with permaculture aspects but without the expense of luxury! We know our tranquil setting provides an ideal place to truly relax and unwind in the midst of nature. Situated on over 80 acres of natural bushland at the epicenter of the World Heritage Wollemi and Blue Mountains National Parks, you will be among rare flora and fauna and close to spectacular bushwalking and sightseeing locations. You may be fortunate to see wallabies, koalas, birdlife, and even the rare greater glider marsupials from our private bush tracks from the property. Groups of birdwatchers, bushwalkers and mushroom foragers love staying with us! Being in the Blue Mountains we also attract the adventurous sort; so if you are looking for somewhere to unwind after a day of rock climbing and canyoning, our house is the perfect retreat in the heart of it all! Bilpin has great local produce and we follow suit with a love of growing food in unique way. We are happy to share surplus food and knowledge, just ask! We also pride ourselves on the fact the whole property is solar-powered and all water supply is delicious clean rainwater. If you have an interest in sustainability and permaculture you will be in love with our home! Inside, there are four generous size bedrooms, all with quality linen and oil heaters. Three rooms have built-in robes for storage. The main bedroom has an impressive king-sized timber frame bed and bedside tables custom-built from local timber. The other rooms each have queen beds. The large country kitchen is modern and fully equipped along with a lovely family-sized dining table for meals. The large bathroom has a wonderful deep stone bathtub to soak in while looking out at garden views and a separate shower and toilet. The living area features big comfortable lounges and a large slow combustion fireplace to stay warm and cozy on those cooler nights. A certain amount of cut timber is supplied which should be ample for your stay. Located at the back of the home is a delightful reading room (or workspace if needed) and comfortable lounge which fills with natural sunlight and warmth during clear days. A perfect spot to retreat with a book or a space to meditate in your own way. Adjacent to the sunroom is a quirky outdoor hot water shower which overlooks the gardens and bushing line. There is a large impressive Buddha statue whom we all admire for bringing a sense of peace, love, and good intentions for your stay. Outside, there is a covered BBQ area where you can enjoy the view and tranquility of the large dam. There is also a fire pit and large outdoor dining area near the house to enjoy the evening stars, fresh Bilpin air and listen to the sounds of the bush at night. We look forward to welcoming you to True North! Kev & Melissa Longer stay discounts are available upon request and availability. Guest access We have ample parking here on our property. There is lot's of land for you to explore, and outside of the property we are neighbored with fruit picking, cider tasting and cafes. Not to mention endless bushwalks and scenic lookouts! Other things to note Please be sure to check our rules before booking to ensure True North is suitable for you. We offer our home with good intentions and welcome guests to enjoy and relax at True North but this is only to guests who agree to respect our house rules and expectations. To ensure this is a positive experience for both of us and to limit problem-solving communication during your stay, let's get the main rules and expectations out of the way before deciding to book with us ....... PLEASE NOTE: OUR PROPERTY IS ONLY EQUIPPED TO HOST NO MORE THAN 8 ADULTS. Ideally the house suits 8 guests including children, however please ask us if there is additional children to see if we can accommodate The number of guests will be checked upon entering the property. All guests (including children of all ages) must be included in the booking and communicated with your host. There are some risks we'd need to make sure you are aware of specifically for children on the property. Additional costs apply for extra guests, extra cleaning, and any damages. Extra guests (including children >3) will be charged at a rate of $50 per person per night. We provide comfy beds for guests t Bilpin has had its fair share of bushfires so..... No smoking allowed inside the house. No candles to be lit in or around the house. No fires to be lit outdoors apart from in the allocated fire pit. Accidents can happen even at the best of times, but damages caused to our property by guests and from not following rules are to be paid for at your cost. Additional fees may be charged for cleaning above and beyond general cleaning. This is in extreme conditions when the house has been abused. Children must be supervised outdoors, particularly near the dam and fire pit. Do not feed or harass the wildlife so they don't harass you. Thank you Registration Details PID-STRA-3011-1