The Back Road Van

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24 reviews

· Bulahdelah, New South Wales · 7 acres

Hosted by Pete And Margot W.

Vintage trailer

· 2 guests max

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Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

The Back Road Van is a 22 foot Viscount Supreme caravan. Sitting on a 7 acre property in the beautiful Markwell Valley, and only a 7 minute drive from the village of Bulahdelah. (Note : 5kms of sealed road and 2kms of unsealed gravel road from town - suitable for all vehicles.) The van is decorated to reflect the retro 70s style. Inside it features a ‘cosy’ double bed, with linen provided; a lounge area; plus a small galley kitchen, that includes a toaster, kettle, bar fridge, microwave and a 2 burner electric stove top. There are also added extras such as a selection of teas, coffee with plunger, milk and local free range eggs. (Note : the van does not have a plumbed water supply, but plenty of fresh water is provided. ) The van is covered by a large shelter - including an open seating area with lounge; table and chairs, a breakfast bar; and small gas BBQ. There is a fire pit which can be used in Winter and Autumn and when fire restrictions allow. It also has its own separate bathroom, with shower, toilet and wash basin. Towels are supplied. Pets are welcome, but we do ask that they be kept on a leash to protect local wildlife.The Back Road Van is 7 minute drive to Bulahdelah shops where you have a well stocked IGA, butcher, baker, pub, bottle shop, cafes and gift shops. We are a 30 minute drive to Tea Gardens, 35 minutes to Hawks Nest, a 40 minute drive to Seal Rocks, and approximately a 1 hour drive to Forster, Taree and Gloucester.

What to expect

Vintage trailer

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

2 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit. We don't allow fires on hot, dry, windy days, or if there are fire restrictions in place.

Toilet available

Flush toilet. Campers have their own bathroom with toilet, shower and wash basin.

Pets allowed

On leash. If you intend to bring a pet - PLEASE ensure you click the appropriate box when booking so we know you are bringing a pet. Your pet is welcome - but must be well behaved and kept on a leash in the front paddock near the caravan. We have native wildlife passing through the property, and we also have two dogs.

Potable water available

Tap, bottled water or jugs

Showers available

Hot water . Campers have their own bathroom with toilet, shower and wash basin.

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin. Recycle and trash bins are behind the van.

Cooking equipment present

Bbq, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station. The caravan has a small galley kitchen. The sink does not have plumbed in running water, but plenty of fresh water is provided.

Picnic table present

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Reviews

100% Recommend28 ratings · 24 reviews

Andrea D.

8 years on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

What a brilliant set up! Pete and Margot were so welcoming, we loved our stay, everything was perfect, the attention to detail was incredible. The little touches of fresh eggs, milk and chocolates were greatly appreciated, as was the fire pit, the supply of firewood and the stars! We will definitely be back, would give a rating of 11/10 if we could!

Henry J.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· February 2025

Amazing stay!

Pete and Margot's little slice of heaven was an amazing getaway for the weekend, sat in the awesome town of Bulahdelah. They provided unmatched service and help, with multiple guides on the area and leaving great supplies to make the stay as welcoming as possible. We would 100% be happy to come back and would recommend this spot to anyone looking.

Emily O.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· February 2025

I recently stayed at The Back Road Van for two nights, and it was an unforgettable experience. Pete and Marg went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed to feel comfortable during our stay. The caravan was super cute and cozy, with a well-stocked kitchen and a fully equipped bathroom - no detail was missed. The real highlight, though, was the campfire under the stars and the abundance of wildlife nearby. If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway with amazing hosts and a true connection to nature, this is the place to be. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Melissa M.

2 reviews

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· October 2024

Highly recommend, we’ll be back!

With pets

We highly recommend The Back Road Van, we’ll definitely be back! We stayed for the night in October 2024 for a BBQ dinner and drinks by the fire. We had our nine year old large dog with us, and the stay couldn’t have been easier with him in the van. Pete and Margot had every facility or amenity during our stay set up so well - Pete even set up the fire before we arrived so it was immediately ready for an easy and relaxing evening. Pete was really welcoming when we arrived too which made us feel right at home!

Felicity F.

2 reviews

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· October 2024

What a little Gem.....

I had such a wonderful weekend at the Back Road Van. The Hosts were great and very helpful and we had every privacy during our stay. The Van is adorable and everything has been thought of and it was a truly enjoyable stay. The shower is amazing as a small side note... I will definitely be a return visitor...

Treerut T.

2 reviews

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· October 2024

This is amazing place! my husband and cat were really enjoying this trip. There’s everything you need for chilling camping. This place is super convenient and the owners are really nice. Highly recommended!!!

Location

Bulahdelah, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Guringai and Worimi First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking