Activities 
For many visitors, sharing the surrounds with local kangaroos, wallabies and birdlife whilst relaxing on their own private balcony maybe enough activity. For those wishing to shake off the cobwebs, there are a whole range of activities close by including:
Wineries
Taste from the Hunter's best - Local Wineries , only 45 minutes drive at East Gresford. Very personal and intermit wine tasting.
Camyr Allyn - On the outskirts of the village of East Gresford
Wine Tastings - 10:00-17:00 7 days
Ph/Fx: (02) 4938 9576
www.camyrallynwines.com.au
Glendonbrook - Approx. 20km from Dungog - The winery is situated just within the town limits opposite Orana Park. - East Gresford
Wine Tastings - 10:00-17:00 Mon-Fri
10:30-16:30 Sat, Sun & Pub Hols.
Ph: (02) 4938 9666
www.glendonbrook.com
Allyn River
Torryburn Road - East Gresford
Wine Tastings - 11:00-17:00 Fri - Mon
Ph: (02) 4938 9279
Email: maples_cottage@bigpond.com
Also drive to the Hunter Vineyards only 1 hours drive.
Vineyard Tours
• Andrew & Leisa's Vineyard Tours - Small group day tour of 5 vineyards for free tasting, in a 4WD. $95.00 per day, includes pick up, morning tea and cheese platter, lunch $10.00 per person.
Email: info@huntertours.com.au or phone: Leisa on 4933 2537
• Hunter Valley Day Tours - Personalised tours wine & cheese tasting, galleries, art & crafts, chocolate shop etc. $100 per person, includes pick up and lunch.
Email: daytours@hunterlink.net.au. Phone: Rob or Vicki on 4938 5031.
Scenic Drives
Enjoy the country life well why not visit:
Camelot Lavender Farm drive down Wallarobba Road. A Friendship Farm, farm animals, ducks, chickens, geese and llams. Enjoy a picnic or traditional Devonshire tea, lavender scones plus a range of gourmet cakes in their tea rooms. Open 10.00am to 4.30pm Wednesdays through to Sundays( a range of lavender products - beauty & body products, craft products and culinary delights also available in tea rooms) * Check for opening times over holiday periods.
Barrington Tops - This is a great day trip.
Chichester State Forest - waterfalls, picnic areas
Barrington Tops /Rainforest Tours and other places of interest to visit
• Rainforest & Wineries Tour - treat yourself to an intimate tour of the Hunter Valley's breathtaking mountains and beautiful rainforests.
Phone: Steve or Jenny on 4990 8277 (Trekabout 4WD Tours.)
• Barrington Tops Day Tour - taking in Chichester Dam, Frying Pan, Dundungra Falls, Jerusalem Creek Falls. $95.00 per person includes pick up, morning and afternoon tea, and lunch. Phone: 4933 2537
• Maitland Goal Tours - self guided tours $9.00 per person, between 10 am and 4pm.
Torchlight tours 8pm Friday & Saturday ($15 adults, $12 conc.) with ex-inmate/Officer tales and psychic search tours. BYO torch. For more information and bookings, phone Maitland Gaol on 4936 6610.
(The Goal is said to be one of Australia's haunted sites.)
Hunter Region Botanical Gardens - these gardens are located approximately ½. hour drive from the cabins. Tranquil landscaped gardens, displaying the beauty and diversity of Australian and introduced species, in a natural bushland setting.
Historic Newcastle - Approximately ¾ hour drive to the centre of Newcastle. Explore the historic buildings, take a tram tour around the city, stroll out to Nobby's Lighthouse or drive down the coastline and discover the beautiful City of Newcastle . Surf or swim and enjoy some of the best beaches in Australia.
Port Stephens - Nelsons Bay/Port Stephens is approximately a 1 hour drive from the cabins.
Go for a dolphin cruise, go fishing and visit the lookout for a panoramic view of the area or visit the beaches.
Horseriding
Why not go for a horse ride
Topline Park Riding - 14km from Dungog
$35 per hour, $20 pony rides.
621 Main Creek Road Dungog
Ph: (02) 4992 3277
Email: topline_park@bigpond.com
Canoeing
Why not bring your own canoe and go for a paddle along the Williams River. ( The river is situated 10 minute drive from Gumnut Glen Cabins).
Canoe Barrington
744 Barrington East Road
Barrington NSW 2422
Ph): (02) 6558 4316
Tennis
Dungog Tennis Courts (just bring along your own racquet and ball) . $6.00 per hour, you must organise in advance to use the courts as they are locked.
Historic Walks
Historic towns of Morpeth, Maitland, Paterson, Dungog and Stroud
Golf
Dungog Golf Club with a 9 hole course is only 1.5km away.
Golf - Dungog Golf Club - $5 for 9 holes and $10 for 18 holes.
Check with us first in case there are tournaments being played. You need to bring your own golf clubs.
Ph:(02) 4992 1394
Massage
Mobile massage therapist, Allen Shrimpton, Dip Remedial Massage remedial or relaxing massage in your cabin. $55 per hour.
Please book in advance.
Fishing
Bring your boat, and try the Williams River. Boat Ramp situated in Clarence Town - 9kms away. Other Great fishing spots in surrounding areas. (* Fish are seasonal)
On your left as you enter Seaham is Seaham Weir which is a large and beautiful body which is a popular fishing spot well-stocked with bass and mullet from November to February.
Bush Walking
In the Barrington Tops, Dungog area or take a leisurely stroll around the property.
Bicycle Riding
In the Barrington Tops, Dungog area or take a leisurely ride around the property. - grass trails
Cinema
Why not catch a movie. 1930's country style cinema screening Friday Saturday Sunday and school holidays. Dolby stero - current releases.
Dungog Historic James Theatre
6 Brown Street Dungog
Ph: (02) 4992 1191
Also you may be enticed to use the facilities at the cabins which include an 10 metre saltwater swimming pool or our recreation room containing a slate topped billiard table, games, books and more.... |
