'Tara-Lee': A Step Back in Time...
House in Cessnock
9 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
STAYZ AWARD FINALIST 2017
'Tara-Lee' is a perfect location for your get-away to the Hunter Valley Wine Region. Five minutes to concert venues, gardens, wineries. This magnificent historical property (circa 1910) boasts traditional elegance and original features alongside the convenience of contemporary living. This superior home is centrally located in Cessnock and only a five-minute walk from the town centre. The property is ideal for 2 to 8 guests, for a single night through to a long stay.
'Tara-Lee' can accommodate up to 9 people in the following configuration: 3 queen sized beds, 1 king single bed, 1 sofa bed. There is also a fold-away cot.
Relax and cool off in the magnificent pool and enjoy the garden and outdoor living space.
'Tara-Lee' boasts its original timber flooring, high timber ceilings, open fire-place (now converted to gas) in the formal dining room, stained glass and patterned glass windows, french doors to the side and rear verandas, original wood-fuel kitchen stove and oven, modern kitchen appliances including gas cooktop, ducted air conditioning throughout, gas heating and a fully-equipped kitchen.
There is lock-up garage parking for 1-2 cars, subject to availability. The home is spacious and well-equipped with superior kitchen appliances and smart TV, Netflix, blu-ray, surround sound system and guest Wi-Fi. You will certainly enjoy your stay in the Hunter in this outstanding home.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF 'TARA-LEE'
*Complementary bottle of local wine and chocolates are waiting for you on arrival.
*Arrival/departure times are as follows: Check in is from 3:00pm on your date of arrival and check out is by 10:00am. Variations to allocated check-in and departures times are subject to availability.
*This property is pet friendly, fully-fenced with a secure yard, kennel, bowls for water and food supplied.
*Private, secluded yard.
*Large salt water swimming pool with water fountains.
*Lock up garage for 1-2 cars (subject to availability and CCTV monitoring).
*Large screen SMART TV with Netflix, Blu-Ray, DVD AND CD player, surround sound.
*Free Wi-Fi.
*Selection of DVDs, books and games (including children's books, DVDs, toys and games).
*Ceiling fans
*Ducted air-conditioning
*Gas fires in Family Room and Dining Room
*Laundry facilities
*One large, Federation bathroom
*Ensuite in main bedroom
*Three large bedrooms (bed 1 - 1 queen; bed 2 - 1 queen; bed 3 - 1 queen and 1 king single. In addition: Portable cot, sofa bed all with linen supplied).
*Your linen and towels are supplied
*Dishwasher
*Fully-equipped modern kitchen with gas cooktop
*Tea, coffee and milk are supplied
*BBQ facilities
*Solar Power
Payment may be made using the on-line secure payment services provided by this booking service. A deposit is required at the time of booking. A service fee is charged by the booking agent for guests paying via the on-line secure payment service.
'Tara-Lee' is a perfect location for your get-away to the Hunter Valley Wine Region. Five minutes to concert venues, gardens, wineries. This magnificent historical property (circa 1910) boasts traditional elegance and original features alongside the convenience of contemporary living. This superior home is centrally located in Cessnock and only a five-minute walk from the town centre. The property is ideal for 2 to 8 guests, for a single night through to a long stay.
'Tara-Lee' can accommodate up to 9 people in the following configuration: 3 queen sized beds, 1 king single bed, 1 sofa bed. There is also a fold-away cot.
Relax and cool off in the magnificent pool and enjoy the garden and outdoor living space.
'Tara-Lee' boasts its original timber flooring, high timber ceilings, open fire-place (now converted to gas) in the formal dining room, stained glass and patterned glass windows, french doors to the side and rear verandas, original wood-fuel kitchen stove and oven, modern kitchen appliances including gas cooktop, ducted air conditioning throughout, gas heating and a fully-equipped kitchen.
There is lock-up garage parking for 1-2 cars, subject to availability. The home is spacious and well-equipped with superior kitchen appliances and smart TV, Netflix, blu-ray, surround sound system and guest Wi-Fi. You will certainly enjoy your stay in the Hunter in this outstanding home.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF 'TARA-LEE'
*Complementary bottle of local wine and chocolates are waiting for you on arrival.
*Arrival/departure times are as follows: Check in is from 3:00pm on your date of arrival and check out is by 10:00am. Variations to allocated check-in and departures times are subject to availability.
*This property is pet friendly, fully-fenced with a secure yard, kennel, bowls for water and food supplied.
*Private, secluded yard.
*Large salt water swimming pool with water fountains.
*Lock up garage for 1-2 cars (subject to availability and CCTV monitoring).
*Large screen SMART TV with Netflix, Blu-Ray, DVD AND CD player, surround sound.
*Free Wi-Fi.
*Selection of DVDs, books and games (including children's books, DVDs, toys and games).
*Ceiling fans
*Ducted air-conditioning
*Gas fires in Family Room and Dining Room
*Laundry facilities
*One large, Federation bathroom
*Ensuite in main bedroom
*Three large bedrooms (bed 1 - 1 queen; bed 2 - 1 queen; bed 3 - 1 queen and 1 king single. In addition: Portable cot, sofa bed all with linen supplied).
*Your linen and towels are supplied
*Dishwasher
*Fully-equipped modern kitchen with gas cooktop
*Tea, coffee and milk are supplied
*BBQ facilities
*Solar Power
Payment may be made using the on-line secure payment services provided by this booking service. A deposit is required at the time of booking. A service fee is charged by the booking agent for guests paying via the on-line secure payment service.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Cessnock
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Reviews
5.0
Beautiful house with character and perfect for family weekend
5.0
Such a beautiful period home, true to the photos posted on the StayZ website!!!
Such a privilege to be amongst it's history.
Such wonderful and very helpful hosts!!!
Would love to stay there again and again!!!
5.0
From the moment we stepped into Tara lee we were all amazed at how well preserved and renovated this beautiful old house was, it welcomed us with a charm like no other holiday stay has ever done before. The wine and Chocolates on arrival was a nice touch that made us all feel very special and welcome. The magnificent large rooms accommodated all our family very well and the house was equipped with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. The kids loved swimming in the beautiful in ground swimming pool as my partner and I relaxed in the comfortable chairs around the pool. Even thou it was a short stay we felt like we stayed allot longer as we we’re totally relaxed in our surroundings, we will definitely be back for a longer stay in the future and we’d recommend this holiday stay to anyone looking at visiting the beautiful wine region. Thanks Karen and John for a wonderful experience
5.0
As soon as we opened the front door we couldn’t believe it. Wow was all we could say. Smelt gorgeous and looked fresh and super clean. A generous and thoughtful touch with the wine and chocolates left for us to enjoy (and we did, thankyou!) This property is in immaculate condition and we loved the decor and reading about its history. The pool was stunning and a real bonus in this hot weather. The kitchen was the best equipped holiday let kitchen we’ve ever seen. Best sleep I’ve had in ages, beds were so comfy and beautifully made with crisp, fresh linen and neighbourhood is extremely quite. This property is very close to everything we needed. A gorgeous home. We had a lovely time and we’ll certainly be back!
2.0
The property was cute, neat, tidy and quirky. It was tricky to organise sleeping arrangements when not all persons are a couple. More single bed options would be handy. The house was lovely but due to floor plan, and thin walls, noise easily carried through each room which made sleeping for some problematic. It was also hard to fit everyone in one room for board games. Upon check in, the host was hostile and unprofessional as she changed check in and departure times the night before without warning and it differed to all previous communications. When we arrived, well after advertise check in time, they weren’t ready, we were made to wait outside for 40 minutes after a long drive, the host and cleaner continued to argue with me and made us feel very unwelcome. I had my 84 year old mother with me who just wanted to use the toilet and enter the property but we were told to go away. As she charges a premium, I was shocked and disgusted by her attitude, this situation could have been managed so much better and nicer. Her text messages were also rude, inappropriate and unhelpful. I had to ask for information about the key and entry details into the property as I was waiting on any communication from the host prior, there continued to be no communication except for argumentative texts from host upon arrival. She then continued to ‘punish’ us by texting me stating we had an earlier check out time just because she wanted to be nasty, this was confusing us once again as to what was the actual check out time. I personally think the host is in the wrong profession, she was so cranky, unorganised and commutations were inaccurate. We did however try our best not to let this ruin our holiday. But if you’re going to charge people through the roof for 2 nights accommodation there is a certain level of service expected.
5.0
Our family stayed her over the Christmas Holidays. Everyone loved the house. It was beautifully decorated with a classical antique vibe. Very spacious, multiple dining areas, big kitchen. The pool was amazing and the kids stayed it in most of the day.
The location is excellent, 5 minutes away from everything, shops, supermarkets, various churches.
The host is very responsive and very understanding.
Thank you for providing my family a 2022 Christmas we will never forget.
5.0
We had such a nice stay at Tara Lee. Everything is so well thought out and was made so easy. Would definitely return
5.0
Great house with great character. Location was perfect as well. All round great
5.0
A (beautiful) step back in time!
The heritage-like property was clean, spacious, and so very well equipped. Large timber deck looking over the perfectly manicured greenery and a stunning sandstone pool. Cafes, restaurants, and shopping all about a 500m walk away. Highly accommodating owners just to top it off. Highly recommended.
5.0
Fantastic Stay
We have family visiting from the UK so wanted to get out of the city for a few days. The property perfectly accommodated 4 adults and 2 little ones, we also brought the dog. The house had everything you can think of, the cleanliness was exceptional, beds comfortable and sheets so soft.
The kids enjoyed the pool, despite the rain. The location was perfect in terms of proximity into Cessnock and the wineries. Highly recommend.
5.0
Perfect place for a getaway for R&R
Beautiful Home with everything you could ask for. Very nice and clean Pool.
Convenient location and our Puppy enjoyed the Garden.
Hope to return later in the Year
5.0
Great for people and dogs alike
Very secure property for our small dog. Garden gorgeous after all the rain. Was perfect
5.0
Tara Lee Cessnock
Perfect location, exceptional home slept 8 in comfort with everything you need. Beautiful weekend away
5.0
Christmas Holiday Stay
We had a wonderful time at Tara-Lee. The property is very well appointed, clean, beautifully furnished and the pool is fantastic. Check-in and communication with Karen was very easy and the chocolates and bottle of wine was a lovely touch.
Couldn't recommend Tara-Lee highly enough.
5.0
Lovely Accommodation
We loved our stay at "Tara-Lee". The property was just amazing. Very relaxing, Beautiful pool, great secure backyard for our puppies. The house has been beautifully restored and there was plenty of room for our family of 6 adults. Shops and Restaurants were just a 10 minute walk away. I would highly recommend this accommodation and will hopefully return when next in the Hunter Valley
3.0
Bit surprising
Location was great, check in easy.
However when we arrived, one of the beds appeared to have been slept in and there were dirty towels on the bathroom floor which hadn’t been cleaned.
I called the owner and left a message, who never responded.
We changed the sheets ourselves and attempted to tidy up the bathroom.
Other than that the place was great
5.0
Great property
Just a nice 5stars place to stay.
5.0
Cessnock Gem
Excellent property, beautifully restored and maintained in early C19 condition....was a pleasure staying there. We would definitely recommend it and return at any time with pleasure.
5.0
Loved the character and how spacious the home is with not taking away the coziness of the property
5.0
excellent stay
lovely home - very unique charm while also very comfortable with everything you might need. highly recommend it to others！
5.0
Great Weekend
We had a great weekend in this property. Good location, clean house and we love everything vintage.
5.0
Immaculate Home
Even before we arrived to Tara-Lee I knew I would feel at home. Karen and John were an absolute to deal with and went above and beyond to make sure we had all the information and answer any questions before we arrived. When we opened the door to Tara-Lee you immediately fee the warmth of a home and notice the attention to detail. The home was immaculate, and welcoming. It was extremely comfortable to house 7 adults and 2 children and we had our own privacy with the property boasting multiple living and dining settings. The pool was very clean and inviting. Would return without hesitation and if I could I would give it 6 ⭐️!
Great location, close to town and only a short drive to a number of award winning wineries. Thanks again Karen and John for sharing your slice of heaven.
5.0
Nice and cosy
Pool is an awesome feature great for the kiddies. Lovely home deco and fittings, complete with amenities would recommend for anyone to stay here.
5.0
Complimentary wine and chocolate was so thoughtful!
Real character to the property! Wished we could have utilised the pool as did look spotless and thoroughly enjoyed the wine!
5.0
Great Stay
Great stay at Tara-Lee. My family had the most amazing and relaxing time together. Convenient location. The house was clean, huge and very beautiful. Large backyard and large pool. Would definitely return.
5.0
Fantastic
This property is great for family or friends wanting to be centrally located in the Hunter Valley. The house is spacious, with amazing showers and comfortable beds. I would highly recommend.
5.0
Tara Lee
Overall an enjoyable short stay. Great location, quiet and accessible to nearby vineyards. Karen and John helpful and prompt in answering queries. Will recommend this property to friends and family in the future.
5.0
Great property. Great location
Super easy process. Clear instructions. Everything you need to enjoy the stay. Easy to get to the vineyards.
5.0
amazinggg
such a cute little house
5.0
Wish we could have stayed longer
We really enjoyed our very brief stay. The cottage was immaculate, looked terrific and had plenty of room for the seven of us. We enjoyed breakfast on the deck overlooking the garden and the pool. Wish we could have stayed longer.
5.0
Best short stay
Very convenient
5.0
Amazing family time
Tara-lee is a beautiful house in a beautiful location. Everything we needed was available to us in our stay. A relaxing family holiday with a gorgeous outdoor area and pool. Thanks for the memories
5.0
Highly recommend!
Enjoyed a lovely girls weekend away at Tara- lee. Beautiful place, would highly recommend staying here!
5.0
BEAUTIFUL HOUSE !!!!!
The house was beautiful, well kept, clean and homey. The pool was very inviting, and a wonderful relief in the heat of Feb in Cessnock. Well used and enjoyed. May well come back to Tara-lee. Many thanks for Homeaway-stayz & managers of this property.
5.0
Wonderful!
Beautiful property, very clean, we had a lovely stay! Already planning our next visit!
5.0
We loved it! Perfect and private spot to get away:)
It's lovely property, we enjoyed the privacy and serenity of it! Will be back:)
5.0
Home away from home !!
This place made my stay so special as my whole family was able to stay together in a home away from home. Karen was very lovely and made sure we were comfortable throughout our stay. “Tara lee” is not only spacious but also has some of the most unique pieces of antiques. We can not wait to return back :)
5.0
Charming and convenient
Beautiful property conveniently located. This was was our second stay at Tara-lee and we'll be back again!
2.0
Disappointed
Quality of cleanliness not desirable - cockroaches in kitchen drawers, bed/bathrooms and falsely advertised as having wireless internet. Would not recommend.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Cessnock?
The average price for a rental in Cessnock is $243 per night. This rental is $278 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 'Tara-Lee': A Step Back in Time.... For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at 'Tara-Lee': A Step Back in Time.... Enjoy the water!
Is 'Tara-Lee': A Step Back in Time... pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at 'Tara-Lee': A Step Back in Time...?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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