Title: Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=64572898&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waukivory School House 1913\. "A stay that goes back in time" Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Waukivory School House 1913\. "A stay that goes back in time" ![Dining - Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" (Waukivory)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64580000/64572900/64572898/6e4a8cba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets - Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" (Waukivory)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64580000/64572900/64572898/8c71d6ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" (Waukivory)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64580000/64572900/64572898/8bbeef92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker - Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" (Waukivory)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64580000/64572900/64572898/15cd416e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" (Waukivory)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64580000/64572900/64572898/3d391106.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the charming Original School House, surrounded by Waukivory Valley views and two acres of wildlife-filled grounds. Enjoy a BBQ on the timber verandah, collect eggs from your own chickens, or pick fresh produce from the vegetable garden. Unwind with an elegant wood fire inside or explore nature outside. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - 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. ### Waukivory School House 1913\. "A stay that goes back in time" Original School House built in 1913, beautifully restored and enhanced by the current owner. Comfortable one bedroom house, oozing simplicity and charm. Timber verandah with BBQ over looking the Waukivory Valley. Galley kitchen, laundry and bathroom ,main living/dinning has an elegant wood fire. The property is set on two acres, wonderful for bird watchers and wildlife lovers. Just relax and enjoy the valley. Your welcome to walk around the property, feed the chickens and collect the eggs, please remember to shut the gate. The vegetable garden is there to enjoy we share our produce when in season. We respect nature and love our visits from the kangaroos, parrots, magpies, kookaburras, butcher birds, galas, willy wag tails, green tree frogs and the cows at times are at every fence of the property. The kitchen has everything you need to cook your own breakfast (eggs from our chickens) There are teas, coffee's and the basics you need to feel at home. There is a wooden deck with BBQ for you to enjoy, all windows have bug screens. The water is filtered rain water and we do have a filtered water station in the kitchen. There's are great wood fire inside wonderful for those cold winters nights. Plenty of wood stacked easy accessable and you can enjoy picking up sticks around the property for those starters. There is a screen guard to keep kids safe. There is also an out door fire pit if you feel like cooking a camp oven meal. Open fires are subject to fire restrictions when in place by the rural fire service. We will let you know. The TV is free to air channels, there is a DVD player and a port for your USB to watch your own movies. We can organise a private yoga class on the deck. There are some mats and blocks for you to use. This is a great property to come and unwind, relax and recentre yourself in nature or use it as a base to explore the National Parks in the area. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Next to a golf course - On a river ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73240000/73237300/73237300/ac8b509b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blokhus - a stunning treetop retreat immersed in nature Bandon Grove - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=73237300&PinnedHotelID=73237300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23140000/23134400/23134329/8f9d0585.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country escape with all the comforts of home. 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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 PID-STRA-4539, 2422 ### Property is also known as House ## About the area Located in Waukivory, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Gloucester Country Club and Villa d'Esta Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Glen Nature Reserve and Ghin-Doo-Ee National Park. Billabong Native Garden and Honeycomb Valley Farm are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Waukivory travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Waukivory.dx553248634374842647) [View more Vacation homes in Waukivory](https://www.expedia.ca/Waukivory-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248634374842647-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-32.10554%2C152.04987&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NvXvBnEX73wKFESTNV3Fatr_-zU=) Waukivory, NSW ### What's nearby - Gloucester Country Club 15 min drive \- 21.1 km - Gloucester Folk Museum 15 min drive \- 23.7 km - Saint Clements Historic Park 15 min drive \- 21.8 km - Billabong Native Garden 16 min drive \- 23.7 km - Gloucester Farmers Market 16 min drive \- 23.7 km ### Getting around - Gloucester Station 17 min drive - Taree, NSW (TRO) 76 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time"? ### What time is check-out at Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time"? ### Where is Waukivory School House 1913. "A stay that goes back in time" located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waukivory School House 1913\. "A stay that goes back in time" Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### lee h. Mar 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Weekend Getaway The Old Waukivory School House was such a delight - lots of character, spotlessly clean and very thoughtfully provisioned and appointed. In an age when many hosts don't even bother to leave you with tea or coffee or oil and spices, Katherine has gone out of her way to provide you with everything you could want for your weekend stay - fresh eggs, bread, butter, milk, juice, chocolate, snacks, the list goes on! The house and gardens were beautifully presented, the spa was warm, and the fire was set ready to be lit. Katherine's pride in her cottage and exceptional generosity were very much appreciated as were the wonderful views of the valley and quiet location. Highly recommended! ##### lee h. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika O. Jan 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming and lovely place We love our stay...we all, includinf our little dog, had a wonderful time here...highly recommend it. ##### Erika O. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter F. Oct 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place of peace, tranquility and relaxation The school house is a wonderful space to relax and unwind Beautifully presented and maintained Perfect ##### Peter F. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Libby G. Jan 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Farm stay Beautiful quiet location in picturesque valley. Gorgeous house and garden with lovely sunny and shady spots to sit throughout the day with amazing views. Dogs loved the property, it’s so big, securely fenced and lots to see and do. Everything provided and easy contact with host. Would definitely stay again 😊 ##### Libby G. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S. Apr 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country escape Katherine was kindly understanding and flexible when we were forced to change our plans. ##### William S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhonda C., Sydney Jun 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Country Views Magic spot, lush green views, cows in distant paddocks...Moooing - too relaxing. While the accommodation warms you with an era gone-by. Worth in every way the 3hrs from Sydney drive with half on motorway and half country views. Stroud is worth a stop and via Dugong on way back, don't forget Gloucester mountains. ##### Rhonda C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanne F. Jan 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Where you can breathe We had the best end to a busy 2022 at Katherine’s place. The silence, broken only by the sounds of the farm animals and nature, was spectacular. Katherine’s generous and thoughtful hospitality makes one feel right at home. I aimed to have a cuppa in all the beautiful spots she created, but we’ll have to return to fulfil that. We watched the day arrive from the spa and counted stars next to the fire pit in the evenings. Let’s keep this gem our secret - shhh 🤐 ##### Jeanne F. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette C. Jul 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Return visit A return trip to Kathy's lovely property. Beautiful and relaxing as always. Thank you Annette ##### Annette C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tess D. Apr 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing country escape We had a wonderful relaxing time at the Waukivory School House. It is such a beautiful property with lots to explore, the wide open spaces were heaven for our dog! It was also really special to have chickens and goats on the property to interact with. If you're looking for some R&R this place is perfect! ##### Tess D. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane G. Apr 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil, Relaxing, and Easy The School House at Waukivory is a dream place to stay. Kathy was a great host; very easy to deal with - and very accomodating. The property is set amongst beautiful countryside, but doesn't feel remote. The drive from Gloucester is easy (even in the rain). The bed is comfortable (lovely sheets and doona), the lounge was warm and inviting, and the outside areas were sublime. A view from every angle. And, chickens and goats to keep you amused. It's an easy drive back into town for supplies or coffee. There are two particularly good cafes in Gloucester - The Common (great fruit sourdough and the best hot chocolate) and Roadies (particularly good gluten-free 'muffins' and coffee), and a friendly pub worth having lunch at. Lovey's IGA has everything you'll need; not that you'll need much. Kathy provided bread, cheese, milk, ice cream, tea, coffee, beer and wine, chocolate and lollies ... We had planned to venture out to other towns in the district, but found everything we needed in Gloucester - great walks, places to bike ride, even a local museum. I can highly recommend the School House at Waukivory for a relaxing weekend or extended holiday. ##### Jane G. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LEE W. Jan 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The most amazing property! This place is amazing!! We had our two children and our poodle. I really couldn’t have asked for a better break. The kids absolutely loved feeding the chooks and goats every day. We were all sad to leave this beautiful property. After 6 months of home schooling balanced with working full time it was the exact medicine we all needed. Gloucester was only a short drive away where we all swam in the river. Kathy was awesome and so easy to deal with. Do yourself a favour and book this property!! We will be back. ##### LEE W. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette C. Apr 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely break away Beautiful and restful. Kathy was great to deal with and it was nice to find such a great yard for our (spoiled) dog to safely potter around in. We will definitely go back. ##### Annette C. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen M., Australia Apr 16, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a beautiful house in such a beautiful area This house was one of the best I’ve stayed in. It felt like coming home. It was clean, well equipped and so peaceful. Kathy was wonderful, and made us feel so welcome. There were so many added special bonuses. My daughter loved the ice cream. Would recommend to anyone. ##### Colleen M. 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