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NEW Luxe Farm Stay with Animals, Firepit, Fresh Eggs & Beach near Terrigal

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

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Holgate, NSW
  • Place, Katandra Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Fires Creek Fruit Wines
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Erina Fair
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holgate

With a stay at this cottage in Holgate, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Erina Fair and Ken Duncan Gallery. .This cottage is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Cottesloe Avenue Reserve and 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from McDonalds Road Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Katandra Reserve - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Fires Creek Fruit Wines - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Cottesloe Avenue Reserve - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Erina Fair - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Terrigal Beach - 20 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Niagara Park Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mingara Recreation Club - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Daily Coffee Brew - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Darrons Seafood - ‬13 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NEW Luxe Farm Stay with Animals, Firepit, Fresh Eggs & Beach near Terrigal

Welcome to The Spotty Dog at Ferncroft — a brand new luxe farm cottage on private acreage in the Matcham/Holgate valley, near Terrigal on the Central Coast.

Designed for slow country mornings, fresh farm eggs, fire-pit nights and peaceful off-grid unwinding, this boutique rural retreat offers the charm of a farm stay with the comfort of a premium hotel-style cottage. Guests can enjoy beautiful countryside views, goats, geese, chickens, fresh air, luxury linen, a brand new bathroom, country-luxe interiors and space to properly switch off.

The cottage is ideal for couples, friends, small families, girls’ weekends, romantic getaways, wellness breaks and weekend escapes from Sydney. Inside, you will find two comfortable bedrooms, a stylish living area, a brand new off-grid kitchenette, relaxed dining space, books, board games, quality towels and thoughtful touches throughout.

Wake to birdsong, enjoy coffee in the sunny kitchen, request fresh farm eggs, meet the animals, play tennis or pickleball, then finish the day around the fire pit under the stars. This is a peaceful countryside escape for guests who want nature, privacy and calm without giving up comfort.

Set on private acreage, The Spotty Dog feels tucked away and tranquil, yet is only minutes from Terrigal beaches, Erina, local cafés, restaurants, coastal walks and the best of the Central Coast. It is a unique country escape near the beach — perfect for an off-grid retreat, winter getaway, family farm stay or luxury rural weekend away.

This is a calm, off-grid property designed for unplugging, unwinding and respecting the animals, land and peaceful surrounds. No parties or loud noise. Guests are welcome to enjoy the farm atmosphere, fresh eggs on request, fire pit, outdoor areas and the quiet beauty of Ferncroft.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a refrigerator and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pickleball court and a fitness center.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Limited housekeeping

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure that all lights are turned off and the Cottage is left secure - thank you x
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No visitors under 20 years of age
We are dog friendly = this must be discussed before booking is confirmed, we ask that you respect our rule and do not arrive without booking dog
Quiet - we are off grid and tranquility is our most prized asset, no noise after 8pm thank you

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: This relates to child with parents

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 88554793434

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

NEW Luxe Farm Stay with Animals, Firepit, Fresh Eggs & Beach near Terrigal Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous farm stay. Even the goats were friendly! Very comfortable house, quiet valley and lovely, welcoming hosts. Highly recommend for a tranquil retreat, minutes from beaches and amazing food on the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026