Heritage Stay

The heritage-listed Vine Lodge House and Outbuildings are located on a large rural property in the picturesque village of Exeter in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales. Our historic homestead is available for short term rental. It offers a unique heritage getaway, styled with contemporary furnishings.

Vine Lodge

Step back in time and stay in one of the original homes of the district. Vine Lodge comfortably sleeps 14 people, in three connected heritage buildings – the Homestead plus the Outbuilding and the Old Stables wings (circa 1826)

  

HOMESTEAD

  • Sleeps up to 10 guests
  • Five bedrooms (1 double with ensuite, 1 king with ensuite, 3 queen)
  • One queen room is accessed via an undercover verandah
  • Contemporary kitchen and refectory-style dining area

OUTBUILDING

  • This was the original kitchen wing outbuilding
  • Sleeps up to 4 guests
  • 1 bedroom (king bed)
  • 3 single beds (2 of these beds are best suited for children)
  • Bathroom

 

OLD STABLES

  • The original stable building offers a character-filled open-plan space
  • Sleeps up to 3 guests
  • 1 king bed
  • 1 single (raised Indonesian princess bed)
  • Lounge area
  • Bathroom

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FLOOR PLAN

View the Floor Plan (PDF)

 

  

 

INCLUSIONS

  • A welcome to the home
  • Onsite manager
  • Hydronic heating
  • Linen and towels
  • Wifi
  • Late checkout
  • Fireplaces
  • Ample Parking
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ and pizza oven (by arrangement)
  • Gardens to stroll through
  • Vegetable garden to forage in
  • Alpacas to greet
  • Chooks to feed
  • District views to lose yourself in

OUR RATES (2 NIGHT MINIMUM)

Rates per night Weekend Midweek
Up to 8 guests $1,800 $1,200 Homestead only
Up to 10 guests $2,000 $1,400 Homestead and Outbuilding
Up to 12 guests $2,200 $1,600 Homestead and Outbuilding
Up to 14 guests $2,400 $1,800 Homestead, Outbuilding and Old Stables

Up to 14 guests, in line with capacity of living/dining areas.
Long weekends have a minimum stay of 3 nights (charged at weekend rates)
The summer period 23 December to 10 January has a minimum stay of 4 nights (charged at weekend rates)

 

 

SOME THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND

The Vine Lodge property is a heritage treasure and we treat it as such. Some sections of the building fabric are fragile. Your historic experience may be characterized by floorboards that creek, uneven sandstone paving, steps with non-standard rises, low door openings and flaking lime wash wall finishes.

On a few occasions a sweet, protected flying-fox has visited the Old Stables or Outbuilding at night. It happens rarely, and usually in the warmer months but best to let you know so you can plan to use alternate rooms as necessary.

Enjoy your country experience, away from screens. We have one television in the house.

We love parties and pets, but not at our place. Most guests bring indoor shoes, pack your best slippers.

A LONG & RICH HISTORY

Vine Lodge was founded by Henry Badgery circa 1826. Today, the property has been lovingly restored by its current owners. The main house was restored as a residence and the conservation and adaptive reuse of the two outbuildings resulted in a guest wing and studio. Vine Lodge is described as being Colonial Georgian in style, however it incorporates features of the Indian Bungalow style. Read more

EQUINE

The Vine Lodge property offers well-appointed horse facilities to breeders and horse owners. Read more
Visitors to the Vine Lodge House do not have access to the horse facilities unless by arrangement.

Horse Agistment Exeter NSW

LOCAL

The quintessential village of Exeter awaits at the end of Vine Lodge’s tree lined driveway. Not that you actually need to leave the property, but the coffee at the Exeter General Store is worth the stroll. While you are there browse the antique shop or book the tennis courts. Beyond Exeter, find wineries galore, bushwalks in Morton National Park and quaint markets, to name a few Southern Highlands distractions. Ask us about our favorite restaurants and cafes.

ACCOMMODATION BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES

To make a booking enquiry or if you simply have a question please complete the form below or call Elina on 0488 956 345. Short Term Rental Accommodation registration number: STRA-21195

 

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TESTIMONIALS

This small but precious heritage gem is of a quiet, authentic beauty that radiates a wonderous sense of well-being. It has been tenderly nudged into the 21st century with skill, respect, and exceptional taste.  Visitors, however, should be aware of the pitfall. They will hate it when it comes time to leave. We did.
CynthiaBerlin
Our stay in the lovely heritage listed Vine Lodge was a journey back through history. It has been lovingly and stylishly  restored to provide modern comfort without losing any of its elegant, rustic charm. The charming little village of Exeter is just a stroll  away. First and foremost, Vine Lodge is a place to relax in the company of good friends and loved ones.
SidneyCentral Coast
Vine Lodge is truly special. Historically the house is of high significance for its design and original building fabric, one of the most important early homes in the Southern Highlands. However it is so much more, it is a place of mist, magic and memory making.
ChrisCapetown