[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # THE MANDALAY VILLA 2 Vacation home in Congewai with private pool and kitchen ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119665800/119665760/6ed460d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119665800/119665760/57eacc2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119665800/119665760/81e1d6e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119665800/119665760/ffd5ffc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119665800/119665760/e8bbc6b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location THE MANDALAY VILLA 2 provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### THE MANDALAY VILLA 2 Mandalay Villa - Secluded Hunter Valley Couples Retreat Tucked away in the tranquil Congewai Valley, just 25 minutes from the heart of the Hunter Valley and 15 minutes from Cessnock, Mandalay Villas offer the ultimate secluded escape. Designed as the perfect couple's retreat, each villa is a stylish one-bedroom studio featuring a fully equipped kitchen, indulgent bathtub, private pool, and a cosy fireplace with firewood supplied at no extra charge. Surrounded by sweeping rural landscapes, it's the kind of place where time slows down and every moment feels made just for you. Whether you're seeking a romantic weekend or a mid-week reset, this Hunter Valley farm stay invites you to unwind your way. Start your mornings with coffee on the patio as kangaroos graze nearby, spend the afternoon soaking by the pool, and finish the day curled up by the fire with a glass of local wine. Mandalay Villas are not Pet-Friendly but may be considered on request, with approval required prior to your stay. For those wanting to explore the local area, transport to most major events in The Hunter Valley is available from the Paxton Hotel, just a 3-minute drive or 25-minute walk from the accommodation.\* Here, you're close enough to enjoy the region's best attractions, yet far enough to feel a world away. \* We are not affiliated with the transport provider and cannot guarantee availability. The Vintage Holiday Houses are not liable for any delays, cancellations, or issues related to third-party transport services. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119670000/119665800/119665756/6a42014e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### THE MANDALAY VILLA 1 CONGEWAI - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=119665756&PinnedHotelID=119665756&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35834800/35834719/8550116a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lodge - A Rustic Weekender in the Heart of Historic Wollombi Wollombi - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 110 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=35834719&PinnedHotelID=35834719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![The Milk Shed | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623600/9623551/c2f23e3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pokolbin Farm Stay Pokolbin - Parking included - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Babysitting 9.2 Wonderful 241 reviews CA $236 CA $260 total includes taxes & fees Oct 21 - Oct 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=9623551&PinnedHotelID=9623551&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624600/9624514/b2e67fbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottages On Mount View Millfield - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=9624514&PinnedHotelID=9624514&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8830000/8828900/8828870/6583d227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wine Country Villas Pokolbin - Pool - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 170 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=8828870&PinnedHotelID=8828870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/690000/688100/688026/4623ca41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort Pokolbin - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 2,192 reviews CA $163 CA $163 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=688026&PinnedHotelID=688026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57590000/57586800/57586704/69ae2c64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unwind in a space designed to make your stay comfortable, utterly enjoyable. 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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 2325, PID-STRA-82511 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 421085545982822122008BP ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-32.92131%2C151.28139&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SOlDdDCoagN_Bkz27J-DwAcznBc=) CONGEWAI, NSW #### What's nearby - Petersons Wines - 13 min drive - 6.8 km - Hunter Valley Wildlife Park - 28 min drive - 21.3 km - Roche Estate - 32 min drive - 27.4 km - Audrey Wilkinson Winery - 35 min drive - 25.5 km - Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club - 35 min drive - 30.1 km #### Getting around - Branxton Station - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bellbird Hotel - ‬9 min drive - ‪Paxton Hotel - ‬2 min drive - ‪Bistro Molines - ‬18 min drive - ‪Khartoum Hotel - ‬15 min drive - ‪Ellalong Pub - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is THE MANDALAY VILLA 2 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at THE MANDALAY VILLA 2? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at THE MANDALAY VILLA 2? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is THE MANDALAY VILLA 2 located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Petersons Wines, Werakata State Conservation Area, and Carmichael Park. Bimbadeen Lookout and Oaks Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question