The property is situated in a secluded valley, bisected by a mountain creek. Approximately an hour and a half north of Sydney, Brinawa Birds and Bush Retreat offers a unique escape from city life and an experience of Australian bush and wildlife.
Hidden in a secluded valley, walled in by cliffs and bisected by a rocky mountain stream. The property is dotted with dams and ponds to attract the abundant wildlife.
The main residence has a double bedroom with spa bathroom. The kitchen has all modern conveniences. There are a number of dining areas, both indoors and out. The property...
The accommodation is rustic, being built from recycled and bush materials (featured in Owner Builder magazine). It consists of a comfortable ensuited slab hut with a queen size double...
Proximity to the Hunter Valley vineyards makes Brinawa Birds and Bush Retreat an ideal base for exploring the local wineries.
With the experience of leading wildlife tours around Australia and an interest in native flora and fauna from an early age, your host, Ross, is in an excellent position to help you experience life in the Australian bush.
The property has a variety of local walking tracks to suit all levels of walkers. These extend to nearby forests and national parks. Alternatively some of the trails can be negotiated using a 4WD vehicle.
Ross has taught environmental science at secondary and tertiary institutions. He has also worked as a carpenter, building the home in the eighties.
With his keen interest in nature, for the past twelve years, he has led small tours around Australia’s outback and remote environments. He still leads bird-watching and specialist groups on request.
