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Mellows Ridge

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· Calderwood, New South Wales
40 acres hosted by Ian L.
1 lodging site · 3 Vehicle/Tent sites · 7 tent sites
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Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at some sites.
Private sites
95% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.
Nestled right up against the escarpment at an elevation of 450m, this high-end, off-grid 40 acre property effectively offers your own private slice of Macquarie Pass National Park - amazing views, giant cedar trees, fern forests, cascading waterfalls and palms surround. It feels remote but it's only 90 min from Sydney, 30 min to Kiama and just 15 min to the shops. The property also offers the only hiking path up to the top of the escarpment for some truly amazing views. As of September 2024, all the trails on the property have been massively upgraded and are passable with a 2WD car. If you're towing or it's wet we still recommend AWD or 4WD vehicles. We've just (mid December) added a spa half way up the driveway. It can be booked through the extras. We're not particularly price sensitive - until all those rate rises - but we are extremely value sensitive so we set out to make your stay extremely good value for your hard earned money. The land itself does most of the heavy lifting but also personal service and of course there's Lana to fall in love with.
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53 Ratings · 40 reviews
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Nick S.recommends
January 18, 2025
Suspended in the trees - hammock
First Night
Ian is a good host, he met us and showed us where to stay. 👍🏡 It is a beautiful place in the forest, quiet, secluded. 🌲🌳🏞️ We were offered an extensive menu for the morning and to explore the beautiful views of this ranch. 🍳🌄 It is a place for peace and soul under the crowns of tall trees. 🧘‍♀️🙏🌲
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Lau V.recommends
January 7, 2025
Hidden Terrace
Great spot, even with a cicada concert going on. Ian the host was super helpful and friendly and baked amazing bread!
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Marc L.recommends
January 6, 2025
Dugout terace
Bushy Camping with a Difference
Great location and amenities. The camp sites are cut out of the thick bush on a pretty steep property giving them great views. Ian, the owner, is very friendly and entrepreneurial. He has equipt the property with many conveniences you'd not expect in a camp site. Like a spa with solar powered lights and heating! Ian has setup fast WiFi across most of the property and there's also decent mobile reception. Our campsite, the Dugout, also had 240VAC mains power, supplied from the house solar power station. Ian also provided a massive tank of filtered drinking water for our site. His adorable dog Lana will most likely pay you a visit. She's the closest thing to human in a dog body. Although you can get to some sites with a 2WD/AWD, I'd highly recommend a 4WD. Especially if it is wet. We managed to get to the Dugout capsite in a little Audi A1, but it was bone dry when we were there. Most camping involves primative toilet facilities! Having a flushing loo that doesn't smell was a plesent surprise. Each site has one of these easy to use contraptions enclosed in a private little tent. In Janurary 2025 the cicadas were very loud at times during the day - Ian supplied ear-plugs. Most of the time there is just a plathora of simultaneous bird calls. We had a fantastic time at the property. Very relaxing. Ian and Clare are wonderful hosts who looked after our every need. We're keen to come back and explore their bush walking tracks and other facilites.
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Mitch J.recommends
January 5, 2025
Stump no more - sheltered with view
Stumps no more
Great spot, lovely views of the escarpment, could not be more happy, what a stunning place took my breath away. bush walks are absolutely beautiful. Plus Ian the host is AMAZING makes every effort for a pleasant stay. Absolute legend 👏 for anyone in the area or passing through you have to see this place ♥️♥️♥️
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Sandra T.recommends
January 5, 2025
Upper terrace
RELAXED AND FRIENDLY
We had a good camper van experience on the upper terrace. Ian was very welcoming and his doggie Lana is adorable. The atmosphere is very relaxed and friendly - very ‘back to nature’.
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Brooke F.recommends
January 3, 2025
Hidden Terrace
Cool spot
Hidden Terrace is a pretty cool spot. Ian and Clare provided us with everything we could've wanted. Thank you
Location
Calderwood, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Tharawal First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Ian L.

Joined in May 2023
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