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Duck Heaven in Bellingen Shire

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Exterior
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 340 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Duck Heaven in Bellingen Shire

Duck Heaven in Bellingen Shire has a rustic vibe that will suit people looking for a place that’s a bit different.

The four-acre property fronts a paperbark-studded billabong that’s home to many species of waterfowl, including wild ducks, spoonbills, herons, egrets, purple swamp hens, and the occasional jabiru.

Conveniently located a kilometre from the highway and midway between Sydney and Brisbane, Duck Heaven is less than 10 minutes from the gorgeous riverside and seaside towns of Urunga and Mylestom, 15 minutes from bohemian Bellingen with its vibrant festival scene, lively markets and abundant cafes, and 20 minutes from the regional city of Coffs Harbour.

The self-contained, open-plan studio occupies about half of the mud-brick building that was the original home on the property and has its own private, fenced courtyard garden.

There's a queen-sized bed with a comfy new mattress as well as a sofa bed that could sleep an extra adult or child. The queen bed is in one leg of an “L” shape, so it has some privacy from the sofa bed in the living room, but it is not divided from the dining/living area by a fourth wall and a door.

The kitchenette has a microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee plunger and bar fridge, as well as crockery and cutlery.

We supply a simple breakfast of cereal, milk, tea and coffee.

The studio and the fenced courtyard are all yours. From inside the studio, you can enter the shared garage area via a connecting door to access the laundry, additional clothes hanging/drying space, two bicycles and a selection of books in a glassed cabinet.

The car kept in the garage is not used much, so it’s unlikely you will be disturbed by the sound of the roll-a-door.

Our own house is down the hill and is fenced to keep our dog confined, so please be careful not to leave any gates open if you need to visit us.

If you follow the driveway through a pocket of rainforest past the main house, you can explore the garden and billabong area and meet our small flock of mixed poultry.

PLEASE NOTE
We’re in a rural area with tank water and a septic system.
* the kitchen tap has a filter for drinking water
* during a power outage, the pump will not work to supply water
* only human waste and toilet paper can go in the toilet
* we do not allow pets

Property manager

Janene Carey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 431 sq ft (40 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 2454, PID-STRA-37584

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Raleigh, NSW

What's nearby

  • Raleigh Winery - 3 min drive
  • The Honey Place - 8 min drive
  • Raleigh International Raceway - 9 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour Butterfly House - 11 min drive
  • Bonville Golf Resort - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Urunga Station - 7 min drive
  • Nambucca Heads Station - 19 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Butter Factory Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪North Beach Recreation & Bowling Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boardwalk Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Urunga Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Anchors Wharf Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duck Heaven in Bellingen Shire pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Duck Heaven in Bellingen Shire?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duck Heaven in Bellingen Shire?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Duck Heaven in Bellingen Shire located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Raleigh Winery and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Bongil Bongil National Park. Urunga Tidal Pool and The Honey Place are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Duck Heaven in Bellingen Shire Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Clean and Ideal Stay!
Everything was great! The location, the communication, the cleanliness, the decor. All fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property was misrepresented on the advertisement. The 'Lagoon' was nothing but a mud patch, and the beautiful bush setting was a jungle of weeds. The garden area was completely dead, and the parking area for our car was hampered by wheelbarrows and rock piles. The owners garage door was stated as being silent. In fact the room shook when they entered with their car. Added costs were included by the agent, over and above the advertised price, and after you pressed 'pay'. Were not impressed by the whole experienced. 'Breakfast included' consisted of two sleeves of cornflakes to cover two mornings for two people (about 12 flakes in each sleeve), and a jar of indistinguishable oats - muesli? The one good thing was the fact that the flat itself was very clean, and the furniture (incl the bed) was more than adequate. Below standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil stay
Great little stay with plenty of privacy and great surrounds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet little place on a beautiful property and centrally located to many different places.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
give it a miss
It was clean and the bed was comfortable. It was very cold when we stayed here in April 22, but it was sooooo cold inside too as the window in the bathroom doesn’t close and there is no bathroom door. The curtainless windows didn’t help either. It was so cold and we felt awful turning on the aircon as a few seconds after it was off the chill was back in the room. There was a second doona which was great. Tank water may have been in use for both sinks, which I wish I knew prior to brushing my teeth and having tea. The bed squeaked the three times I got up in the night and so woke my husband. I missed having a mirror to see how I looked, there is a small one in the bathroom but I’m not very tall and so could just see my face. The shower was too low for my husband who is only six foot. We loved the shower look though and the timber benches and shelves were very cool. While I’m on my rant…plates were wet, bowls were dirty, tea cups stained, there is no light above the kitchenette so I relocated the bedside lamp to make dinner. Though, only 15 mins to Bellingen and close to the motorway and we didn't hear any traffic noise. We cancelled our return stay as the cold and the squeaky bed were too much to deal with...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely peaceful environment. Pleasant helpful host. Private and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Duck Heaven is a lovely place to stay. Comfortable, cosy (in the best sense), clean. Property is well maintained.The aircon and ceiling fans were much appreciated on a hot and humid night. Our host was easy to communicate with and very helpful. Our only downside, we didn’t see a duck! But I have no doubt they would be on the pond, we just didn’t have time to explore.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A tranquil haven
We very much enjoyed our stay at Duck Heaven. The property is extremely comfortable, spacious and inviting, and it has everything needed for a short break. We wished there was more time to sit out in the lovely courtyard and enjoy the garden, but hopefully we will visit again and stay longer. Thank you Janene for the extra touches which make the studio so comfortable. We will highly recommend this property to anyone wishing to explore the region.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Milly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A spacious quiet property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie R., Uralla New South Wales Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely reatful stay
I had good sleeps in this comfortable space. It is roomy, has a comfortable bed and all you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little different, very comfy bed,extremely quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

CHRIS

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, accessible location close to highwy and Urunga. Need another outside light at rear, near metal round table
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022