The Riverbend retreat is truly amazing! The kids couldn't believe how long the driveway was and were so excited to explore the house and the land. It is absolutely beautiful here - the land drops away on all sides from the house, with a river, forest and vast grassland. We stood for hours soaking up the views, and the sunshine.
We did have to explain to the kids about staying behind the thoughtfully erected rope warning of the drop on one side, but otherwise let them roam, play on the rope swing and just generally enjoy!
The house is cosy and beautifully furnished, with a well-equipped kitchen, a games room for the kids to play, comfortable beds and great indoor and outdoor eating spaces. The weather was awesome so we got to sit at the fantastic handmade table and have a barbecue dinner. We're on holiday from England and the whole experience just felt quintessentially Australian.
We especially loved the outdoor bath and shower with a view!
We genuinely didn't want to leave ...