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    On the Stone River Retreat

    99%
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    57 reviews
     · Bathurst, New South Wales · 100 acres
    Hosted by Marje P.
    RV/tent site
    · 20 guests max
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    Family-friendly
    Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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    Marje is a Star Host
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    All to yourself
    98% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
    Unwind in the seclusion of this private and safe bush camping site on the banks of the Wambuul-Macquarie River in the remote Killongbutta valley located half-way between Bathurst and Orange. It’s a place where time stands still. Enabling you to reconnect with nature as you slow down and embrace the sounds of the river, wildlife and sheoaks when they ‘whisper secrets to the wind’. Many stories and dreamings have come from this place which guarantees to inspire your imagination as an artist, writer, poet or musician. You have access to 100 acres of bushland or enjoy a walk along Killongbutta Road which winds its way through spectacular Wiradjuri country where ancient stone quarries, corroboree sites and a warrior’s grave have been found. Platypus, water dragons and river rats all live in the river. Be prepared to share the site with wombats who have burrowed their homes into the banks. Road access to site is suitable for 2WD in dry weather. It is a short, steep drop with two tight corners not suitable for large caravans and RVs. The site has a newly constructed long drop toilet, pets are allowed and firewood can be foraged around the site but best to bring your own to ensure you have enough. Please take all rubbish with you. Please note: Kids under 12 are free to support young families wanting to experience the bush. Please still add them to the booking as they will not be charged. What is not allowed: shooters and trappers, illegal fishing, motor bikes, quad bikes, chainsaws, and other noisy machines! Killongbutta Road runs off Freemantle Road and is 36 kms from Bathurst. It is 40 kilometres from Orange through Gowan Road that joins Lower Lewis Ponds Road. For your information, On the Stone is a podcast and publishing studio that produces a quarterly magazine for the Freemantle Road community. We have local history to share and can always provide information about our services. We look forward to providing exclusive access to our river site for campers who will appreciate and respect this place which is our home.Exclusive access to our river frontage gives you the privacy and safety you look for when camping in the bush. You will lock the gate behind you to have full access to this campsite established for those who want to be inspired through reconnecting with nature. Enjoy the long leisurely walks on Killongbutta Road or on our property where you can climb the hill to see the magnificent views. You can always drop in for a chat if you want to learn more about the history of this valley and pick up a map with things to do while in the area. Please note the access road to site becomes slippery during wet weather conditions making it unsuitable for pulling camper trailers and difficult for 2 wheel drive vehicles. FIRE SEASON NOTICE Please note fire restrictions apply during the summer fire season. No fires can be lit without a permit and gas stoves, bbqs etc cannot be used during a total fire ban. Go to www.rfs.nsw.gov.au to familiarise yourself with the rulings and penalties.
    Vehicle details
    Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed
    Vehicles under 5 meters allowed
    drive down a steep dirt road with two tight corners. This road becomes slippery in wet conditions and is not suitable for camper trailers or 2 wheel drive vehicles.
    Pull-through site
    drive down a steep dirt road with two tight corners. This road becomes slippery in wet conditions and is not suitable for camper trailers or 2 wheel drive vehicles.
    Accommodates slideouts
    drive down a steep dirt road with two tight corners. This road becomes slippery in wet conditions and is not suitable for camper trailers or 2 wheel drive vehicles.
    Surface type: Grass or field
    Surface levelness: flat
    No Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, and Class A RVs
    No electrical hookup
    No water hookup
    No sewage hookup
    No TV hookup
    Generators not allowed
    What to expect
    RV/tent site
    You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
    20 guests max
    Campfires allowed
    Firewood provided, firepit
    Toilet available
    Pets allowed
    No potable water
    Bring your own water
    No showers
    Pack it out
    Cooking equipment absent
    Picnic table absent
    No wifi
    Laundry absent
    Hot Tub absent
    No playground

    Things to know

    Getting there
    Check in: After 2:00 PM
    Check out: Before 12:00 PM
    On arrival: Meet with Host
    Cancellation policy: Moderate
    Minimum nights: 1 night
    Accepts bookings: 12 months out
    Park at listing
    No wheelchair access
    Max 8 vehicles
    4WD recommended
    During your trip
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    Reviews
    99% Recommend69 Ratings · 57 reviews
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    Elliott C.
    2 months on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    Tent · With pets
    A truly magical place rivalled only by how amazing Marje was. It has everything you could ever want and more.
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    Kiera F.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · March 2025
    A magical spot
    Tent
    A truly magical place to slow down and tune into nature. I went solo with my dog to have a moment to reconnect with myself and it was incredible. The resident platypus, Roos and rams were special to be around. Marje is an amazing host who very kindly lent me a few things to make my stay even more comfortable. Very grateful for her and for sharing the land with us. Highly recommend if you want to switch off and tune into nature.
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    A C.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · February 2025
    Tent · With pets
    It is a great spot. Great scenery, enough open ground, pretty isolated and private.
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    Kathleen C.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · February 2025
    Tent
    Such a beautiful site! Completely private. And a great swimming spot..
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    Holly P.
    2 years on Hipcamp
    Recommends
    · February 2025
    Blissful retreat
    Tent · With pets
    Fantastic place to immerse yourself in nature for a few days. Shared sublime sunrises over the valley with local kangaroos grazing on campsite. Love the toilet with a view and inflatables for river lolling. 2WD handled the access roads in the dry no problem.
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    Tim L.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · January 2025
    Tranquil camping
    Tent · With kids
    A truely beautiful and tranquil space to stay for a few or many days. We loved the views, the wildlife and Marje was an amazing host. Toilet is awesome (best drop ever said the kids), plenty of space. Should’ve booked longer!
    Location
    Bathurst, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Wiradjuri First Nations according to
    Native Land Digital.
    To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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    Hosted by Marje P.

    Joined in September 2023
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