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Family Friendly Hawkesbury Holiday Home

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Exceptional

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4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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East Kurrajong, NSW
  • Place, Wollemi National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawkesbury River
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Qudos Bank Arena
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Family Friendly Hawkesbury Holiday Home

Welcome to Dido’s Place, our truly family-friendly holiday home in the Hawkesbury, just 90 minutes from Sydney.

Set on 9 private acres in East Kurrajong, Dido’s Place is our spacious, modern exclusive-use holiday rental designed for multi-generational families, two families travelling together, and special family celebrations.

Unlike most Hawkesbury accommodation, this home has been purpose-built for families with children so parents can relax while kids play safely, freely and happily.

⭐ Why Guests Love Staying at Dido’s Place

✔ Sleeps up to 11 guests + infant
✔ Rare family-friendly Hawkesbury accommodation
✔ Private acreage, exclusive use, no other guests
✔ Packed with inclusions so you can pack less
✔ Multiple award-winning property with over 100 consistent 5-star reviews

Operating successfully for over 6 years across major platforms, Dido’s Place has hosted 100+ families, earning repeat guests and winning many local awards for tourism and accommodation.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Designed by Parents, for Parents

From the moment you arrive, everything is set up to make travelling with kids easy:

• Cot, baby monitor, high chair & change mat
• Kids’ playroom full of toys & activities
• Outdoor activities and adventures to be had
• Fully equipped kitchen for family meals
• Plenty of space so everyone can spread out

No need to pack the kitchen sink! We’ve thought of everything because we’ve been there ourselves.

🌳 Outdoor Features (Kids Will Never Be Bored!)

• Private fishing dam (rods provided)
• Large outdoor hot tub under the stars
• Campfire with marshmallows (seasonal)
• Trampoline & open lawn for games
• Footgolf, cricket, croquet, archery, badminton & finska
• Water play area & sensory garden
• Magic potion stand & veggie patch
• Stargazing with telescope
• Alfresco BBQ & outdoor fire pit

🛋️ Indoor Comforts for All Ages

• Fully equipped gourmet kitchen
• Theatre room with popcorn provided
• Kids’ room with toys + Nintendo Classic
• Deep bathtubs for bubble baths
• Library with books for all ages
• Karaoke machine & board games
• Hotel-quality bedding for a restful sleep

Whether it’s movie or board game night, quiet reading time or family karaoke, there’s something for everyone.

🛏️ Sleeping Configuration (Up to 11 + Infant)

• Master bedroom: King bed + infant cot
• Midnight Fleur bedroom: Queen bed
• Equestrian bedroom: 2 single beds
• Alpaca bedroom: 2 single beds
• Theatre room: 2 sofa beds (optional)
• Children’s room: 2 sofa beds (optional)

Ideal for grandparents, parents and kids under one roof.

🌄 Things to Do Nearby

• Fruit picking at local orchards
• Horse riding & alpaca feeding
• Goat experiences
• Hawkesbury River kayaking & picnics
• Blue Mountains bushwalking & lookouts
• Scenic World & Zig Zag Railway
• Local wineries, cideries & cellar doors
• Farmer’s markets, galleries & boutique shopping

Maps and local recommendations provided. Stay in the heart of all the action.

🔌 EV Charging

A 15-amp outdoor power point is available for electric vehicle charging. (Guests to supply their own charging cable.)

🌈 Neurodivergent-Friendly Stay

Dido’s Place proudly welcomes neurodivergent guests and includes:

• Sensory toys & sensory garden
• Adult & child weighted blankets
• Visual timer
• Social Story and customizable upon request

Please contact us before booking if you’d like to discuss specific needs, we’re happy to help.

📍 Location

East Kurrajong, Hawkesbury NSW
Just 90 minutes from Sydney CBD, close enough for an easy drive, far enough to truly unwind.

✨ Book Your Hawkesbury Family Escape

Dido’s Place is more than just a holiday house, it’s a place where families reconnect, kids play freely and memories are made.

PLEASE NOTE: INFANTS 2 & UNDER ARE FREE. Please do not include them in your booking but send us a message so that we can include them in our preparations.

Dates book quickly, especially for school holidays, long weekends and popular wedding weekends.

👉 Enquire or book now to secure your stay at the most family-loved holiday home in the Hawkesbury.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Kurrajong Hills Golf Course. Features include a hot tub and laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • 5 minutes by car from Kurrajong Hills Golf Course and 5 minutes from Matherson Park
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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
  • Single level property
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Solar energy
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn off air conditioning. Ensure the spa cover is secured and fully locked. Leave all beds unmade. Leave all used towels on the bathroom floors.
Place all used dishes in the dishwasher and turn it on. Wine glasses and kitchen knives do not go in the dishwasher. Please handwash. Lock up all doors, fly screens & windows.
Please return the House Keys to the Lockbox on the pole at the end of the driveway and scramble the numbers. Please close the gate, lock the Lockwood padlock and return the Gate Key to the Lockbox .
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

------------------------------ CHECK-IN/OUT TIMES: ✓ Check-in: From 2pm ✓ Check-out: 11am

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 PID-STRA-9726, 2758
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

1727-879584

Family Friendly Hawkesbury Holiday Home Reviews

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property!

I stayed at this property for two nights with friends. The property is beautifully maintained and accommodating. The property manager went above and beyond to make our visit seamless and easy. The level of service felt like a 5-star hotel. Will definitely come back with family & friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025