Gundooee Guesthouse

The self contained cottage provides a peaceful escape from the stresses of everyday life in the city. The fresh air and new found knowledge of the Gundooee farming systems will have you returning home enlightened and relaxed. Eating the local produce amongst the stars will nourish not only your body but your soul as well.

Gundooee is the perfect getaway for people wanting space, and who are inquisitive of where quality food comes from.

“The knowledge and insight you can gain from a short stay at Gundooee is invaluable. This opportunity is a must for anyone wanting to connect to where their food comes from and understand more about the art of farming. Rob was a fantastic host. It was an experience we will never forget.”

SCOTT LYTTLE & ANNALEISE CHALMERS
First ever Gundooee Getaway Guests
and designers of this website!

Main Bedroom
The Gundooee Cottage
The porch
The bathroom

The ‘Gundooee Getaways’ Experience

Gundooee Getaway Cottage

Why do people like to visit Gundooee?

  • To learn about living soil, and how our pasture is produced
  • To discover the secret of (and to eat) quality food
  • To walk amongst the cattle, and find out why they’re so happy!
  • Have a break from city life, and live like a farmer
  • Have a base to explore the local area if you’re staying more than a couple of nights
  • An opportunity to pursue sketching/painting
  • Great mountain bike trails
  • Bird-watching
  • Experience nature, including
    • several bush walks in surrounding bushlands
    • 100 year old Quandong trees
    • remains of the first Gundooee homestead (built in 1880)

Other places to visit in the region or on route

Accommodation information

  • Every Getaway visit includes a two-hour farm tour with Rob.
  • Every Getaway visit includes a Wagyu beef meal with Rob. The dish will vary depending on season and guest preference.
  • Arrival and departure times are flexible.
  • Pet friendly (though at Rob’s discretion)
  • All linen supplied
  • For family stays, there is a portable cot and pull-out sofa bed at the cottage which would suit younger kids, or bedrooms in the house for older kids (additional charges apply).
  • The farm is a refuge, so no hunting inquiries please.

General information

  • Gundooee is located about 85km (about 1 hour) north of Mudgee.
  • The farm is 860ha in size, and specialises in producing Certified Organic Wagyu beef, although this is not the whole story.
  • There are many farm walking options around the property, including visiting the stone wall remains of the original 1880 Gundooee hut.
  • You can also enjoy a swim in our swimming pool or bash out a game of tennis on our clay tennis court.
  • We have domestic dogs, cats, chickens (free-range) and horses, and they will all love your attention.
  • Visit our rare Wild Australian Desert Quandong trees (Santalum acuminatum). This grove has three special trees which we believe are over 100 years old, and are an important part of Indigenous Australian food culture.
  • We have a 10 km unsealed driveway which may cause issues for vehicles with a low ground clearance (such as sports cars), particularly if the weather is wet.  Vehicles can be left on a neighbouring property near our turn off if necessary.
  • Guests have the option to join us in the daily activities of farm life.

Meals

  • Supplied Meals:
    There will be one meal supplied per visit which will feature Gundooee Beef and will be fully catered. This could include a BBQ, roast, Osso Bucco or broth/soup in winter, for either lunch or dinner. Rob cooks on an old wood-fired ‘Aga’ stove, and welcomes participation from guests when preparing meals.
  • Cottage Meals (BYO breakfast and lunch):
    See the ‘Optional extras’ section below if you would like to have these meals catered for (in any way) by Rob – very happy to oblige.
  • Morning and afternoon tea:
    These are catered for by Rob, and could include some home baking.
  • Drinks/alcohol:
    Drinks are not necessarily supplied as part of the package, but we look forward to sharing drinks between ourselves and guests.

Optional extras

  • Extra people beyond the base twin share package (such as children or friends)
  • Breakfast and lunches can be provided on request – talk with Rob about options and prices
    • Breakfasts can be continental style, or a cooked breakfast
    • For lunches we can also pack a hamper to have out on the farm
    • Rob can provide food which is often sourced from sustainable local producers, including lamb and pork
    • Guests also have full access to the farm vegie garden to help create meals
  • Extended or multiple farm tour time. Additional farm tours can be arranged by negotiation @ $40/hour
  • Wagyu beef and other farm produce can be purchased at the farm to take home with you.

Feel free to give Rob a call on (02) 6375 0350 to discuss dates and package options. If you prefer e-mails, use the contact form and Rob will respond within 24 hours.

More info

Gundooee is open for group tours, and Rob is also available for public speaking.
(In some cases charges may apply)

Getaway FAQs

Can I buy the beef on site? What is included in the cottage meals? Answers to these questions and more are available in our Gundooee Getaway FAQs.

Getaway FAQs

Testimonials

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Australian Certified Organic
Australian Wagyu Association