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Escape into Nature just minutes from Tathra.

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Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Interior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kalaru, NSW
  • Place, Bournda National Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Pambula Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Bermagui Beach
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Merimbula, NSW (MIM)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Escape into Nature just minutes from Tathra.

A nature lovers paradise perfect for couples, families or a group getaway. Mountain bikers, Hiking Groups & Birdwatchers will love this place. Kangarutha Farm (100HA) is a hidden treasure, close to Tathra (1.6 km). There are several km's of trails on the property with wildlife including kangaroos, gliders, possums, eagles, and over 100 bird species. The property borders Bournda NP and trails lead to the Kangarutha Coastal Walk. The Kalaru to Tathra bike path passes the property gate.

The space

'Kangarutha Cottage' is a well-loved destination on a unique rural property of 100 Ha.
The character retro cottage is nestled on the fringe of tall coastal forest and has been in the Hamilton family for 50 years. It has evolved over time which gives it a cosy but unconventional feel. The Cottage is situated only 150m from the main road but is hidden, with easy access and a wonderful rural view of paddocks, dams and forest.

The property comprises 2 buildings. The main cottage and an adjacent 'Lodge' which are surrounded with a fully fenced private yard and tennis court. The gardens are tranquil, a beautiful place to relax in nature whilst being close to the beach and other attractions around Tathra and the region.

The Cottage with Lodge sleeps a total of 8 people with 6 beds

The main cottage is cosy with 2 bedrooms - a queen bed in the large bedroom and two single beds (or combined to a King bed). The kitchen, lounge room and dining area are the open plan hub of the house with a cosy wood fire for cooler months and an optional reverse cycle air conditioner. The bathroom has a bath/ shower, with a separate toilet.
The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, cutlery and crockery, Stove, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, jug, toaster. The cottage has full laundry faciities.

The adjacent 'Lodge' consists of a queen bedroom and attached bathroom with shower and toilet and a rumpus/ sitting room. The second bedroom in the lodge has 2x long king single beds (or king bed).
All linen, bedding for existing beds and towels supplied

*Free Wi-Fi and smart TV
*Complimentary Netflix
*Tennis Court
*Dog friendly no cats
*BYO Horse - accommodation available on application.
*Firewood supplied for stays up to 4 weeks. (Firewood for longer terms can be arranged if required).

Kangarutha Farm also offers private farm camp sites and a new self-catered event space for group meetings, celebrations, weddings and more.


Guest access
All guests will be welcomed on arrival. Self check in can be arranged. Electric vehicles can now be charged at the Hotel and you can also enjoy a lunch or dinner with complimentary music on weekends


Other things to note
Tathra has a great little supermarket, butcher, hotel, chemist, doctor, clubs, cafes, and one of the Best Beaches on the South Coast and of course the famous Tathra Wharf, the last of its kind on the East Coast of Australia. Kangarutha Farm is ideally located to access the whole region.

Registration number
PID-STRA-62503
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Bournda National Park. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • 7 minutes by foot from Bournda National Park and a 5-minute drive from Tathra Wharf
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kalaru cottage.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

please feed dogs outside, no wet or sandy dogs inside dogs must be under control at all times no chasing of horses or wildlife

Do not interact with horses in the paddocks. Accidents may occur. Meeting horses is possible under owner guidance.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Horses are permitted by negotiation.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number STRA62503

Escape into Nature just minutes from Tathra. Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MEREDITH J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kangarutha Cottage is a lovely 70s style cottage with great amenities set in a beautiful garden on a gorgeous rural/ bush property. Super peaceful. Loved staying here with my two dogs, will definitely come again. (Note that the fences on the property are quite low so if you have a larger agile dog that is motivated to explore they could easily make a bid for freedom ;) ). Keen to try out the camp sites on the property too, they look fantastic. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chris was such a welcoming host, the cottage was lovely and had super resources (my test: can you make a pavlova without being your own equipment? Passed in full here!), and the most beautiful garden, land and TENNIS COURT!!! Our family had the most wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a lovely cottage, it had everything we needed to make our stay truly enjoyable. We loved the peace and quiet away from the busyness, and especially enjoyed seeing the local wildlife. Being able to bring our dog made it extra special, and she absolutely loved the walks around the farm. Thank you, Chris, for being such a wonderful host.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Amenities
Our family of 2 adults 2 kids and dog loved our stay at Kangarutha cottage in Kalaru. The cottage is well maintained and fully equipped with everything you will need. Kids loved riding their bikes and playing tennis on the tennis court. The beds were comfy and the location is peaceful and quiet. Gorgeous gardens and lots of wildlife. Great location 5 mins drive to Tathra, 15 mins to Bega. We look forward to staying again.

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy and Quiet

We stayed a week and glad we did. The cottage is in a great location with surrounding bush and farm land. The cottage was clean, comfortable and had everything that we needed. The slow combustion fire kept us warm at night and the bedding is comfortable, The location is quiet and peaceful, and communication with the hosts was excellent. Thank you for having us stay, and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024