Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool

TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library

5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(62 Ratings)

Farm Stay in Barrengarry

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this farm stay rental

Visit Melross farm for more information

The Rye House is a luxury self-contained farmhouse set on the historic property "Melross" in Kangaroo Valley. Situated on 200 acres, Melross is widely considered one of Kangaroo Valley's most beautiful properties. Breathtaking views from the house look out across the hills into the spectacular cliff escarpment that surrounds the entire property.

There are so many ways to enjoy your break at The Rye House on Melross - take long walks around the property and down to the river, wander across the lawn to collect some freshly-laid eggs from the chickens, lounge by the swimming pool and sip on a latte from the Aldi Expressi coffee machine, create a feast on the barbeque and enjoy your meal with a glass of local wine, cuddle up by the fireplace, or just sit back and watch the animals graze and soak up the stunning views from the veranda. Come evening time, there's nothing better than a home-cooked dinner enjoyed outside on the deck gazing at the perfect valley stars.

However, they choose to spend their time all our guests say the same thing: we never want to leave!

Only 5 minutes' drive and you are in the charming township of Kangaroo Valley, which features the lively Friendly Inn and a select choice of cafes and restaurants.

Please note that there is a two-night minimum stay.

The House

You will instantly fall in love with The Rye House on Melross. The house features generous veranda's, perfect for breakfasts overlooking the stunning Valley.

The Rye House has five bedrooms - two with queen size beds, two with double beds and one with two king single beds - and two bathrooms. We also have a porta cot and highchair for guests with a baby. The house is perfect for families or a weekend away with friends.

The open plan, air-conditioned dining and lounge area creates a perfect area for socializing or sitting back and watching the large-screen television. For those who enjoy their cooking, the well-equipped kitchen will help you cook up a storm!

The outside deck overlooking the swimming pool is perfect for dining day or night. At night, our guests love to have a candlelit dinner on the deck while marveling at the Valley stars.

Surrounding areas

At Melross you will feel as though you have the world to yourself, yet you are only 5 minutes' drive or a 25-minute walk from the town where you can enjoy browsing the shops and watching the world go by in one of the charming cafes.

If you're feeling active, the Valley features a golf course, horse riding trails, tennis courts and canoe hire. Further afield, you can enjoy the township of Berry (only 1/2 hour away) and the scenic beauty of Jervis Bay where you may be lucky enough to spot a dolphin! In the other direction, you can enjoy the majestic falls and two scenic bushwalks at the Fitzroy Falls national park (15 minutes drive).

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Barrengarry

Nearby attractions

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Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool

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9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(62 Ratings)

Farm Stay in Barrengarry

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this farm stay rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Barrengarry

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(62 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Fresh eggs were a great surprise & tasted great!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend retreat at the Rye House. It was exactly what we’d hoped for. Perfect for several adults with 5 bedrooms. The house is surrounded by farmland, is very quiet,with a nice outlook. All that and only a few minutes drive from Kangaroo Valley township.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

We had a lovely time at the Rye house

4.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

we appreciated the lady owner inviting us to check in at 12pm instead of 3pm. we appreciated the Christmas tree for Christmas day and the arrival gift of chocolates and wine bottle. However, we expected the pool would be useable particularly that the property was described as having a swimming pool and we paid for it. But the pool wasn't clean and had sand and dirt sediments with a dead frog in it. we turned on the pump to attempt to clean it but realised quickly the water was reducing in the pool so we turned it off. we messaged the owner immediately. the lady owner replied a few hours later saying that her son cleaned the pool on the Thursday. I acknowledged that there were storms since Thursday. Later that day the male owner came on a quad bike and was abusive towards my husband accusing him of breaking the pump. The male owner then told us to pack our bags and leave! ( twice he said that). we were stunned! His son turned the hose on to refill the pool and the pump at the same time but the pool wasn't filling up and the dirt wasn't going away. the adult son then returned later that evening and acknowledged that the pump was broken and the pool was out of action. but apologised on behalf of his dad and asked us to stay. we stayed but we couldn't fully enjoy the holiday knowing the owner didn't want us there and we couldn't use the facilities advertised that we paid for. Also some of the outdoor furniture was very dirty so we couldn't use it. We left 2 days early.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Beautiful property surrounded by well looked after, manicured gardens. We really enjoyed our stay at the Rye house. Only thing to note was the walking times listed into Kangaroo Valley in the description of the property state 25min walk. It is more a 40min walk with the first part being on a thin stretch of road along the highway. The hosts were very responsive to any questions before and during our stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Cute and well set out house located on a beautiful property was perfect for our little family getaway. Fresh eggs from the chickens in the morning were a nice bonus. Definitely enjoyed our stay

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

We had expected more animals for the children to interact with. They loved the chickens, The pool was wonderful for the kids. Peaceful environment The twin bedroom smelled very damp/musty

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Our family really enjoyed staying in Rye House. The facilities are fabulous, a large living area, decks front and back, the comfy beds and the pool. Best of all was the sense of privacy and being in nature, the garden and the views. We were very grateful for the Christmas tree! This home is highly recommended.

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Comfortable stay for our whole family. The property was just as described, however the surrounds were even more beautiful than imagined.

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Although the property and gardens were lovely, we found there were a few things missing that should have been provided: there were no Serving spoons in the kitchen - i.e. nothing to serve a soup or casserole with; there was no scrubbing brush or similar for the kitchen sink; with the type of couches in the lounge area, there should have been cushions for lumber support. Other than that, all was fine.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

A very relaxing and peaceful holiday with loved ones. We’ll be back!

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Great place to stay! Everything was perfect as it was clean and tidy. A few light switches did not work but besides that it was lovely :)

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Overall very good when the dishwasher was faulty arrange for it to be fixed same day.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Exactly what we needed, a chance to get away but remain secluded away from the pandemic madness. Property had everything we needed. Great stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Great communication. Such a beautiful and serene place to relax and have fun

5.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

Fantastic stay for a long weekend, this place is so quiet and secluded but has so much to offer. Kitchen was well equipped and all rooms very comfortable. Check in process was very easy, and only a short drive to the town Kangaroo Valley.

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Great and beautiful stay!!

5.0 / 10.0

Feb 2021

Nice house in a beautiful location. The kids had great fun collecting eggs every morning. Lovely pool with amazing views. Great for families.

5.0 / 10.0

Jan 2021

Good morning family. No shops near the farm house

4.0 / 10.0

Dec 2020

Spacious home, great views although we didn’t see the cows grazing from our windows as on the website. Good quality linen and comfortable beds. Kitchen could be better stocked with a few extras for example platters salad bowl and cheese knives, unfortunately the dishwasher did not work effectively and the BBQ was not clean. Child friendly, loved collecting the eggs and feeding the horses and seeing the occasional kangaroo and wombat. Great family getaway next time will take loads of insect repellent as the flies were relentless. Was surprised there was no wifi included, selection of DVDs were good especially when our grandson needed rest time. Overall a very relaxing and peaceful time with the family.

5.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

Great house for a family get together, Very clean. well equipped, comfortable beds good linen and towels.Lovely grounds , the hen house and collecting eggs was a hit with the grandchildren,The pool is handy and a good size.Unfortunately we had atrocious weather but the house coped well with our group of 10.BBQ was a good size perhaps being undercover could be a benefit. Would definitely recommend this property.

5.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

The property was greatly maintained and in a fantastic location. It was kind of location we were looking for and throughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you for having us.

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2020

We are very impressed with the property, it is clean and close to everything, had a real taste of the farm life.

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2020

Seemed like our holiday was too short. Great place to relax and get away from our busy schedules. Kids enjoyed petting farm animals, specially collecting eggs in the morning. Definitely return for more lengthier stay next time.

5.0 / 10.0

Sep 2020

We had a wonderful weekend with extended family. The house was well set up, allowing everyone to have their own space. Kids could roam freely and safely around the property exploring the animals, pototoe farm, pool etc..and adults could relax and enjoy peace and quiet by the Fire. 5 min drive to kangaroo valley. Perfect.A fantastic weekend had by all, thanks to Terrene and John

5.0 / 10.0

Sep 2020

Its a very good holiday destination for families. Variety of activities within the farm:- river- animals- picking eggs in the morning- beautiful scenary from the top of the hill- nice walksThe owners are friendly and beautiful people.I would go back againHighly recommend it

3.0 / 10.0

Sep 2020

Our family had a fabulous time in the house. Plenty of room. Great location. Family of 8 with a broken toilet in the main bathroom for our entire stay!! Bucket to flush was not fun. Yes, the manager came and checked out the toilet on his own. Manager deemed a plumber was required. Assume you would have to open a toilet cistern to make this decision. Can't do that by just looking at it. On the weekend, no plumber available which was understandable. After leaving I contacted Stayz to discuss, they advised they would contact the owners. Heard nothing until I received an email from John and Terrence advising that "we" broke the toilet and had taken the cost of repairs out of my deposit without a courtesy call to discuss. Sent an email to John and Terrence to discuss but have had no reply. Very easy for them to help themselves to our deposit without the courtesy of a call!! After showing photos of our weekend we have had many, many requests for the house details. We had planned to share but after this disappointing experience, we will not be recommending anyone to stay at Rye House.

FAQs

How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in Barrengarry?

The average price for a rental in Barrengarry is $314 per night. This rental is $611 above the average.

Is parking included with this farm stay?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this farm stay?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool . Enjoy the water!

Is Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this farm stay is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool ?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, fireplace, and parking.

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Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool

Farm Stay in Barrengarry

Reasons to book

About this farm stay rental

Amenities

Map of Barrengarry

Nearby attractions

Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool

Farm Stay in Barrengarry

Reasons to book

About this farm stay rental

Amenities

Map of Barrengarry

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in Barrengarry?

Is parking included with this farm stay?

Is there a pool at this farm stay?

Is Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Melross - The Rye House - has swimming pool ?

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