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Clarendon Forest Retreat has the perfect setting for that perfect excuse....honeymoon, anniversary, elopement, proposal, romantic getaway, family holiday, conferences or birthday celebration.
Clarendon is a 100 acre luxury retreat nestled in the Kiwarrak State Forest and National Park on the Mid North Coast.South of Taree and north west of Forster,
Clarendon is just over 3 hours drive north from Sydney. This private Award Winning self contained luxury retreat is ideal for holidays, short breaks & weekends away. Close to Forster and Nabiac this unique place is perfect for couples wanting to getaway from the city, mates wanting to spend the weekend mountain biking or fishing or a family keen to see their kids get a taste of nature.
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Had an amazing time here - swimming pool was fantastic and both kids really enjoyed ourr stay here
We stayed in the water Lilly lodge which was breathtaking - view amazing and comfort amazing
Main up is to make sure you stock up on food and alcohol on the way - so you don’t need to leave (you won’t want to)
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Stayed at Tara Lodge for 3 nights with a family of 6, check in was fast and friendly with a bottle of wine we didn’t expect. The house was magnificent 4 large bedrooms beautifully furnished with the main room with en-suite , a 2nd bathroom was spacious and beautiful. Quality of the towels was very good, the lounge dining area was massive and also a lovely foyer to play board games, all beautifully furnished, the kitchen was very well designed and the benches were massive , this place could easily accommodate 8 guests . The spa was very nice and felt Clean you could stay in the spa for ages , kangaroos roaming around the large property which is dotted with about 7 other holiday houses of all sizes. We drive to the pool as we had elderly with us , pool could do with some shade, but the water was lovely and clean , the tennis was fun but we would recommend taking your own balls as they were a bit flat , the racquets were ok, they are free and in the pool shed , relaxing weekend you could drive to Forster and blackhead beach for a swim in ocean pools and Nabiac hotel provided a shuttle that picked you up at your front door and also drive you back at no charge , was a nice pub for dinner , property also had a well equipped laundry and lovely floor rugs ! Definitely worth a stay
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Nick Cleaver, General Manager at Clarendon Forest Retreat
Responded Oct 24, 2021
Wow thankyou so much for sharing your experience with us! The kangaroos and wildlife are such a beautiful part of the property. We really appreciate your review, thankyou, Warm Regards, Nick and Dom
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I have just returned from my 3rd three night stay in Talawahl Eco Lodge at Clarendon Forest Retreat……it is my go to house for a blissfully relaxing break with friends or family.
The house is gorgeous and so spacious I can happily stay in a group of 6 friends and not have to go anywhere. Whilst never feeling crowded or in one another’s pockets.
The fully equipped kitchen is fantastic with everything you need from cake pans to stick blenders. Enough crockery glassware and cutlery for at least two meals and heaps of cocktails before you need to run the dishwasher.
Dom and Nick really do think of everything that you might need for a day or a week.
Only wish I did not have to leave!
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Room Tip:If you cant book Talawahl, The Hideaway is divine!
All houses are fantastic & far enough...
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Response from Nick Cleaver, General Manager at Clarendon Forest Retreat
Responded Oct 24, 2021
Thankyou so much Suzanne! We really appreciate you spending the time writing your review, it means the world to us. Look forward to having you stay again! Warm Regards, Nick and Dom
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We went there from our Sydney offices to do a Valuation of the Neighbourhood Property and decided to stay the night in one of the cottages called “ The Chapel”. We were particularly impressed with the immaculate presentation of the cottage and surrounding lawns and gardens. We , for our age did not use the Spa but the bed was very comfortable. The location of the toilet was an issue but not for most younger guests. We took our food and wine and all was there for those needs. The quietness was obvious. A lovely overnight.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from Nick Cleaver, General Manager at Clarendon Forest Retreat
Responded Jun 16, 2022
Thanks so much Peter! Thankyou so much for taking the time to share your experience with us, we really appreciate it. Warm Regards, Nick and Dom
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We booked the Summerhouse on the spur of the moment just for a short romantic getaway from the hustle and bustle of Sydney and surprisingly found so much more in Possum Brush. The serenity, peacefulness, birdlife, kangaroos made us appreciate the beauty of nature and simple pleasures of life. The rain certainly did not put a dampener on our trip as it made us spend more time at the Summerhouse, enjoying cups of tea and glasses of wine on the deck whilst soaking up the magnificent views. The highlight of our trip was the indoor Hot Tub/Spa which we used extensively, feeling relaxed and renewed. There is so much more that makes the Summerhouse and the location even more spectacular. The open space with the beautiful surroundings fills you with an instant sense of relaxation and inner peace. We will certainly be telling our family and friends about this gorgeous piece of paradise and will definitely be back in the future to experience one of the other cottages! This Retreat is truly a hidden gem! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
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Date of stay: December 2020
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Responded Oct 24, 2021
Ahh this is the best! Rain is a great excuse to relax more. Relaxing and reconnecting with each other and nature is exactly what we hope guests experience so this makes us very happy. Thankyou so much for taking the time to write this review. Look forward to having you stay again, Warm regards, Nick and Dom
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Five nights in January experiencing a depth of relaxation I haven't felt in a long time. As apartment-dwelling city peeps, sitting on The Sanctuary's porch with a beer, staring at a lagoon all day was bliss. The most complex logistics of the day were determining when and what to chuck on the BBQ for meals. We had booked outside activities but cancelled them, preferring to experience the quiet serenity for as long as we could. One afternoon on the porch, a thunderous hailstorm drenched the area for an hour providing much entertainment. The antique furniture was odd to start with, but grew on us. Driving a Nissan Micra along Possum Brush Road is a hilarious experience.
Dog friendly, idylic, looking very forward to returning.
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Date of stay: January 2021
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Responded Oct 24, 2021
Love this Kevin! Thankyou so much for spending time on this review, you have captured the essence of this special valley. Look forward to having you stay again, Warm Regards, Nick and Dom
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We stayed for 6 nights at The Sanctuary. Perfect hidden spot for a couple. Quiet, cosy and romantic. We enjoyed a lot cooking everyday with BBQ and eating outside, relaxing in the jacuzzi, sleeping like logs... So quiet, surrounded just by nature. I will be back for sure. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Room Tip:The Sanctuary is perfect for couples. MBT, hiking, beach, mountains.... loads of options.
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Response from Nick Cleaver, General Manager at Clarendon Forest Retreat
Responded Oct 24, 2021
Thankyou so much Susana! Nothing better than being surrounded by nature and immersing your self into it. Thankyou for taking the time to share your experience with us, we really appreciate it. Warm Regards, Nick and Dom
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We spend our annual Christmas family holiday here and have for the past 5 years.
The houses are beautiful with your own jacuzzi. Each house is unique with its own jacuzzi, fireplace, bbq area and the houses are distanced from each other.
The staff have always been welcoming and best of all it is pet friendly!
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Response from Nick Cleaver, General Manager at Clarendon Forest Retreat
Responded May 15, 2022
Awww super special spending family time together, thankyou so much for spending it with us Lana! Warm Regards, Nick and Domonique
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We recently stayed for 5 nights in Talawahl at Clarendon Forest Retreat. It was a large house with excellent facilities. The beds were really comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. The views from the wrap-around balcony were spectacular and the spa bath was the cherry on top.
We really appreciated the pet friendly stay. Our border collie had the best time and loved all the space to run around. We also played tennis every day on the newly turfed tennis court. So much fun!
A tip for future holidaymakers…. Woolworths deliver to Clarendon! It helped us a lot as our car was packed to the brim with human and dog luggage that we didn’t have space for groceries on the way there.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Response from Nick Cleaver, General Manager at Clarendon Forest Retreat
Responded Aug 8, 2022
Aww thanks Teresa! Thankyou so much for taking the time to leave a lovely review, we really appreciate it! So glad you all enjoyed yourselves including your border collie, we have plenty of space here for the fur babes so it is great you can bring them along! And such a good tip on the delivery of groceries!! Warm Regards, Nick and Dom
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We knew as we entered the inviting tree lined driveway we had come to the right place for a few days’ retreat. The house exceeded our expectations from its cosy lounge and impressive kitchen, through to spacious veranda and outdoor spa.
The night sky was truly fantastic, filled by the Milky Way from horizon to horizon, coupled with peaceful silence, and waking up to panoramic scenery and birdsong of an Australian landscape and lake were amazing.
The beds were perfect, the house beautifully cool, and everything was spotlessly clean and well appointed. We ventured into the nearby towns for a few meals and shopping but otherwise just enjoyed the sheer relaxation of our temporary utopia.
We simply didn’t want to leave and will absolutely be back... maybe with the family, or a few friends.
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Date of stay: November 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Nick Cleaver, General Manager at Clarendon Forest Retreat
Responded Oct 24, 2021
This a beautiful review, summing up everything we hope our guests will experience. Thankyou so much for taking the time to write this. The night sky really is incredible, we always say it feels like the Milky Way is right on top of us. Look forward to having you back, Warm Regards, Nick and Dom
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There are more places to choose from in the Taree area.
PRICE RANGE
₱10,458 - ₱12,538 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
AustraliaNew South WalesTaree
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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