Description
This unique eco-lodge was awarded the Blacket Award for outstanding architectural merit, outside of Metropolitan Sydney, by the Royal Australian Institute of Architects. Using the latest in eco-friendly technology, it is extremely energy efficient. The Eco Lodge consists of 2 double bedrooms that open onto the mountain grasses. Each enjoys a separate bathroom. There is also a study that sleeps 3 (1 bunk bed and another small single bed).
Set into the side of the mountain, the lodge is perched above the river and allows you to enjoy the Australian landscape in comfort. Wake up to watch the morning mist roll over the mountain ridge. Enjoy your morning breakfast on the sun drenched deck or lie in a hammock by the river. Extensive bush walking tracks, swimming holes and picnic spots.
Cox's River Rest
Cox's River Rest is set on approximately 1600 acres. It is a mix of grazing paddocks and untamed Australian bushland, and is bounded by a 5 kilometre loop in the Cox's River. The Eco Lodge is an eco-friendly accommodation option on Cox's River Rest.
This secluded escape is situated in the Megalong Valley, only 30 minutes drive from Blackheath in the Blue Mountains (about 1.5-2 hours drive from Sydney). Hidden at the end of the valley and right on the river - bring your mountain walking shoes, hearty books, good food and some great Aussie wine and have a ball!
The property is easily accessible and conveniently close to all the wonderful things the Blue Mountains has to offer, but it also has walks and scenery of its own more than enough to occupy your whole weekend. Maps and ideas are provided at the lodge for your information.
SOME FEEDBACK FROM PREVIOUS GUESTS:
Awesome place.. loved it!
This was exactly the place I wanted to book - far away from the city but close enough to get there within 2-3 hours. The accommodation was excellent and the surrounding countryside gorgeous..! Karan
Month of Stay Mar
Year of Stay 2016
Rivers' edge hideaway heaven
Too many highlights to mention...but a few were; the gorgeous drive down from blackheath through the forest, the ponies, the fireplace, the river, the views, the warmth [this house is so well designed..heats up so easily & stays warm all night], the gorgeous black cows ,the roo's, painting the scenery, picnic up on the ridge, the flying fox over the river, the river sounding like the ocean all night long, the loo's, the fresh air, the fresh air inside the house too- no toxic chemicals, the toast rack is neat, the rocks, and last but not least - the heidi loft bed - dreamy spot for reading and having a nap. Rebecca
Month of Stay May
Year of Stay 2015
Excellent property
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, almost like camping with all the luxuries. We will consider going back again. Only worry we had was the fear of snakes ( as warned in the information pack) as children running around. Jude
Month of Stay Dec
Year of Stay 2014
Stunning
The Lodge-Think of your favourite shoes-Cosy,comfortable and unpretentious. The location-simply stunning. Perched sixty metres above a pristine river with wombats,echidna ,roo's and platypus as your companions. As a seasoned world traveller I struggle to come up with a comparable location. For retirees or families wanting adventure in a safe environment then this is for you. John
Month of Stay Oct
Year of Stay 2014
Peaceful and relaxing. Beautiful location
Quaint little lodge set on a picturesque bush farm by the river. It was very comfortable and clean. We spent our time reading and relaxing and just taking in the beautiful surroundings. The lodge was well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable self-catered break. Amanda
Month of Stay Mar
Year of Stay 2014
Thank you everyone for your great reviews. Just regarding the review below from Aileen (Sept 2013), the kettle we have is a stove-top kettle which boils on the gas stove top. We used to have an electric kettle which didn't work as well. The stove top kettle works very well, and we are happy to guarantee hot cups of tea! Thank you Georgia
Month of Stay March
Year of Stay 2015
Availability
Please be aware that due to the design and operation of the Eco Lodge (for example, the solar power system and composting toilets) we limit the number of bookings every week so not to overload the system. We are happy to offer the following arrangements -
Weekend Stay - check in from 2.30pm Friday afternoon, check out Sunday afternoon. 2 nights minimum.
Mid-week stay - check in from 2.30pm, check out by 10.30am. 2 nights minimum.
Offered for Mon/Tues/Wednesday nights ONLY.
If available and booking in advance, you are able to book a weekend stay and extra nights together. See prices and Special Offers below for more details. Unfortunately we are not able to split weekend nights and all bookings need to be a minimum of 2 nights. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Location
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Features
- Suitability
- Eco-Friendly
- Outdoor
- Outdoor grill
- Entertainment and Family
- Stereo
- Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen
- Linen and Cleaning
- Linens provided, Towels provided
- Heating and Cooling
- Fireplace
- Custom
- Fireplace