After a serene week in the rolling hills of Gloucester NSW, it was tough to return to reality. The stunning Waukivory Estate cottage had three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a great kitchen, and comfortable living spaces. With the windows framing the picturesque lawn and tall gum trees reflecting in the nearby dam, we were visited by resident donkeys, wallabies, rabbits, kookaburras, birds, and a magnificent horse. We passed hot days toiling over a puzzle, reading, and relaxing with the aircon on, and when it cooled, we enjoyed the fresh air on a picnic blanket or at a rustic table with cheese and wine. The quiet was only interrupted by mooing cows and birdsong. We loved the sunsets and misty mornings and wished we could have stayed another week. Couples, families, and friends can all enjoy this peaceful haven, and the cottage and bunk house can accommodate a large group.