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Riverside Private Retreat

Hosted by Tom · Gingkin, New South Wales
20 guests max
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30 reviews
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Escape to Riverside Private Retreat, a hidden gem nestled in a valley surrounded by towering mountains and winding rivers, just a three-hour drive from Sydney. This is a place where the rush of city life fades into the sounds of flowing water, rustling leaves, and gentle breezes - a serene haven built for quiet moments and rejuvenation. Here, you can wake up to a world untouched and wild. Enjoy the thrill of trout fishing in the pristine river that flows right through the property, or simply take a refreshing swim. Watch as kangaroos hop by, going about their day in the tranquil, open spaces that surround you. You may even be able to spot platypus! As the sun sets, gather around a campfire under the wide, star-filled sky, feeling the warmth of the flames as the cool mountain air settles in. Riverside Private Retreat offers an intimate escape where you won’t be crowded by neighbours - just you, your companions, and the peaceful embrace of nature. This place is for those who need to truly unwind, disconnect from the stress of daily life, and find calm in the simplicity of the wilderness. Whether you're here to fish, spend quality family time, or simply sit quietly by the river, Riverside Private Retreat promises a restorative experience in one of the most breathtaking spots west of the Blue Mountains. Reconnect with nature, slow down, and let the beauty of this secluded sanctuary renew your spirit. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you on your stay, giving them plenty of space to roam, explore, and enjoy the fresh mountain air. To ensure a great experience for all guests and to protect the local wildlife, we kindly ask that dogs remain under control at all times and that you clean up after them. Let your furry friend enjoy the freedom of nature while you relax in complete peace and privacy!Guests have exclusive access to the entire property, offering a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in nature with absolute peace and privacy. Spread out and explore the picturesque valley, surrounded by majestic mountains, a pristine river for trout fishing and swimming, and abundant wildlife. With only three campsites available, you’ll feel like you have the whole world to yourself. Guests can also access a cozy cabin nestled on the property, featuring a lounge area, kitchen, and bathroom. Potable water is available in the kitchen for your convenience. Whether you’re cooking up a delicious meal, relaxing indoors, or freshening up after a day of adventure, the cabin offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and essential comforts. Access: Access to the property is via unsealed roads. Suitable for cars, SUVs, utes, vans, motorhomes and most caravans. Activities and Amenities: Trout Fishing: Try your hand at catching trout in the pristine river that winds through the property. Swimming: Cool off in the river, perfect for a refreshing dip. Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for kangaroos, wombats and other native wildlife as they roam freely across the land. Campfires: End your day under the stars, gathered around a warm campfire, making unforgettable memories. Riverside Private Retreat is your sanctuary to relax, unwind, and reconnect with nature. Whether you’re looking for adventure or simply a quiet escape from city life, this retreat offers an unparalleled experience. P.S. Please bring your own firewood. Any petrol station along the way or you can drop by Bunnings Katoomba. Please note: We do not guarantee hot showers, working fridges and lights in the cabin. Sometimes guests leave the lights on and drains the batteries and we wish to set the right expectations. Sleeping inside the cabin is not allowed. Please ask us rather than assume and we'd be happy to help clarify. Thank you! CHRISTMAS and NEW YEARS BOOKINGS If you are interested in staying over Christmas and New Years, please message me as we have family members who usually use it during this time but we may be able to accommodate you depending on the dates. Please message me with the dates you are interested in and the number of people. Thank you.

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River Campground

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 20 · Vehicles under 10 m
Guests have exclusive access to the entire property, offering a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in nature with absolute peace and privacy. Spread out and explore the picturesque valley, surrounded by majestic mountains, a pristine river for trout fishing and swimming, and abundant wildlife. With only three campsites available, you’ll feel like you have the whole world to yourself. Guests can also access a cozy cabin nestled on the property, featuring a lounge area, kitchen, and bathroom. Potable water is available in the kitchen for your convenience. Whether you’re cooking up a delicious meal, relaxing indoors, or freshening up after a day of adventure, the cabin offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and essential comforts. Access: Access to the property is via unsealed roads. Suitable for cars, SUVs, utes, vans, motorhomes and most caravans. Activities and Amenities: Trout Fishing: Try your hand at catching trout in the pristine river that winds through the property. Swimming: Cool off in the river, perfect for a refreshing dip. Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for kangaroos, wombats and other native wildlife as they roam freely across the land. Campfires: End your day under the stars, gathered around a warm campfire, making unforgettable memories. Riverside Private Retreat is your sanctuary to relax, unwind, and reconnect with nature. Whether you’re looking for adventure or simply a quiet escape from city life, this retreat offers an unparalleled experience. P.S. Please bring your own firewood. Any petrol station along the way or you can drop by Bunnings Katoomba. Please note: We do not guarantee hot showers, working fridges and lights in the cabin. Sometimes guests leave the lights on and drains the batteries and we wish to set the right expectations. Sleeping inside the cabin is not allowed. Please ask us rather than assume and we'd be happy to help clarify. Thank you! CHRISTMAS and NEW YEARS BOOKINGS If you are interested in staying over Christmas and New Years, please message me as we have family members who usually use it during this time but we may be able to accommodate you depending on the dates. Please message me with the dates you are interested in and the number of people. Thank you.
4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
from
AU$158
/ night
for 2 guests

Reviews

99% Recommend42 Ratings · 30 reviews
Recommends
· January 2026
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
10/10, have already sent the property link to multiple friends and planning the next trip back. Incredible wildlife. The property is pristine and secluded. Thanks again Tom
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Dane P.
2 reviews
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· January 2026
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
Beautiful spot, has everything you need to camp in comfort! Camp site two was a definite winner, despite looking most exposed to the sun it had good morning and evening shade
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Matthew S.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· January 2026
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
Tom's property was incredible. We loved the peace and privacy it offered, and the landscape was beautiful. The cabin is well equipped with kitchen utensils and a gas stove for those that want to cook indoors. A flushing toilet and shower was very welcome for the young one in our group. There's no reception when you're on the property, but you should be enjoying the tranquil outdoors whilst you're here! The road in is okay for regular cars, but take it slow as there are some ditches you may have the manoeuvre around. A 4WD or higher car would definitely breeze through it. Thanks for hosting us Tom - we'll be back I'm sure!
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Steven T.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· January 2026
remote nature lovers heaven
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
We had a great New Year break over 4 nights with 4 families (including 7 kids), staying at the main middle campsite. Highlight was definitely the wildlife - so many platypus! (be very very quiet, look at dawn and dusk, on any stretch of the river with deep still water - they are everywhere!). Also echidna, wombats, loads of roos and wallabies, and I counted >20 bird species. But beware, on hot days also many snakes (we saw a Tiger, a copperhead, and multiple red bellied black snakes. None were interested in us, and just doing their snake thing). We had mixed weather with some drizzle and a big nighttime storm, and it was cold the first 2 nights - we had brought wood and kept the fire going through the day. On sunny days the river was lovely for swimming and messing about in with inflatable. not full enough for kayaks over any distance. We brought bikes and the kids roamed around and explored, and we did a lot of fishing - more contemplation that catching. The cabin is about 400m from the camp ground, so we mainly based ourselves at camp and cooked and ate there, walked up to the cabin for the loo and water. The BBQ at the cabin was welcome, and the rainwater tank and loo (bring loo paper). Solar and hot water we had issues with - its an old system and needed re-setting at least daily, and we had to call Tom to get access to the control board. There is a stove (bring ignition) and some old crockery, pans, cutlery etc available but we didnt need to use.
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Angela W.
6 reviews
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· December 2025
River camp
5 m pop-up camper · With pets ·
River Campground
Private spot with stunning scenery and a clean flowing river with pools for a dip in the hotter weather. Access to a flushing toilet and hot shower was great. Good communication with Tom. Nothing to fault. Lots of Roos.
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Annette H.
47 reviews
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· December 2025
Amazing secluded nature wonderland
3 m Class B · Group trip ·
River Campground
My family and pup had a lovely stay at Trout Valley farm. The property was gorgeous and covered with tiny white daisies when we visited in Summer. We stayed at the site with a backdrop of a large clifftop. It was incredible to have the whole property to ourselves! We enjoyed swimming and kayaking down the river. The cabin was also super helpful as we were struck by heavy rain on our trip and we were able to bunker down inside and play board games. The cabin had everything we could need - gas stoves, seating for our whole party of 8, Pots and pans, utensils, mugs, kettle, camping lights, and a number of pull out sofa beds (although we did sleep in tents the option was there). The wildlife was amazing! So many roos and birds. Awesome to have a flushing toilet and sink to wash hands and mum and dad got a hot shower in the morning! As the electricity ran on solar we were reliant on camping lights at night. Tom also provided a nice fire pit to sit out and enjoy the fire.
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Lou A.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2025
Tent ·
River Campground
Amazing spot by the river with excellent amenities.
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Luke P.
3 reviews
Recommends
· December 2025
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
Had a wonderful trip with a large group of 14 people and two dogs. It's a really beautiful and scenic place to rest and relax and the dogs had so much fun running around the field of wild daisies. The cabin with a flushable toilet and shower really added a level of comfort to the trip, especially on a particularly windy day which meant we ended making use of the kitchen which is very well equipped. In terms of the drive up, it's doable in a smaller car, don't require a 4WD. The roads are gravelled with a number of pot holes and uneven surfaces so best to drive slowly. A big thank you to Tom for his excellent communication and clear instructions, and for helping us with a small issue at the end of the trip. Would definitely love to return here again.
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Sarah I.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
A wonderful sanctuary
Tent · With kids ·
River Campground
My family really enjoyed staying at Tom's Farm, and would definitely be back again. We had the whole place to ourselves, and there was plenty to do - fishing, collecting firewood, reading, riding bikes, exploring, spotting wildlife. The cabin was an unexpected luxury. Three days flew by. Our dog had the time of his life, too!
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Betty L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
Trout River camping
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
Great location with beautiful surroundings. Gorgeous riverside location. Had a few families and we all enjoyed it. The mums really appreciated the shower facilities and flushing toilets.
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Colin T.
4 reviews
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· September 2025
Private camping next to the river
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
Had the whole place to ourselves, great spot right be a rushing river with bush walks and heaps of wildlife around. Handy to have a cabin onsite with a bathroom and some cooking facilities that we could have used if we needed, and Tom’s communication with us made the whole thing a piece of cake. Great spot, we’ll be back for sure!
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Adam F.
2 reviews
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· July 2025
Excellent spot and very private
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
Excellent place for Camping, especially for those who need a proper toilet/bath option. Amazing views, river, rocks. Only regret is we couldn't take a dip as it was so cold. Cabin was such a blessing in the cold weather.
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Rajeesh V.
4 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
River Campground
Trout Valley is a hidden gem and the ultimate escape into nature. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beauty and tranquility of the place. There are three spacious campsites to choose from, each set right along the Tuglow River and complete with its own firepit—perfect for kicking back and soaking in the peaceful surroundings. What makes this spot truly special is the total privacy—you have the entire property to yourself. It’s incredibly serene, with breathtaking views across the valley that make you feel completely removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The cabin is thoughtfully equipped with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind, reconnect with nature, and enjoy a truly peaceful getaway.
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Andy H.
21 reviews
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· July 2025
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
The camping here is gorgeous! Right next to the river and no one else in sight, perfect destination to be away from reality! The cabin was very good, had everything we needed like toilet and shower. Great that Tom could accomodate for my large family group and the 3 dogs!
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Emily S.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
River Campground
Trout Valley is a hidden gem and the ultimate escape into nature. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beauty and tranquility of the place. There are three spacious campsites to choose from, each set right along the Tuglow River and complete with its own firepit—perfect for kicking back and soaking in the peaceful surroundings. What makes this spot truly special is the total privacy—you have the entire property to yourself. It’s incredibly serene, with breathtaking views across the valley that make you feel completely removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The cabin is thoughtfully equipped with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind, reconnect with nature, and enjoy a truly peaceful getaway.
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Andy H.
21 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · With kids ·
River Campground
We had an absolutely amazing stay at Tom’s campsite! The location is stunning—tucked beside a flowing river and beneath a majestic cliff, it felt like something out of a postcard. We had the entire campsite to ourselves, which made it incredibly peaceful and the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature. We saw kangaroos, wombats, countless birds, platypus and even spotted some feral pigs and deer on the way in. The natural beauty of the area is just incredible, with vibrant colours in the trees and to sleep with sound of flowing river next to us was amazing. There was a fire area that made for the perfect evening under the stars(no light pollution so could see very clear sky so perfect for star gazing), and the flushable toilet and running water in the shed house were thoughtful touches that made the stay even more comfortable. We spent our days exploring and soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. If you're looking for a beautiful, off-the-grid experience surrounded by nature, this is the place. Can’t recommend it enough—thanks, Tom, we will be coming back again!
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Bip A.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Fantastic campsite, will be back
Tent ·
River Campground
This is such a great campsite, set in a beautiful spot near the river. The amenities are fantastic, with a gas stovetop and oven available for cooking. The bathrooms and toilets are clean and easy to access. I’d definitely recommend arriving in a 4WD or something similar, as the road in can get quite steep in sections — but it’s a great drive. I’d absolutely recommend this place and am already looking forward to coming back again.
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Nicholas M.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Privacy, scenery & amazing camping
5 m travel trailer · Group trip ·
River Campground
Camping at Trout Valley was simply breathtaking. What an amazing place. Choice of 3 campsites right on the Tuglow River with a firepit at each camp. Access to the little room at the end of the shed provides a (cold water) shower and toilet and a place to get out of any adverse weather with a little kitchen available in need. We chose to camp at the middle campsite right beside a stunning granite and limestone cliff face which lit up beautifully in the setting sun. This place is stunning!! It’s amazingly private with big swimming holes, trout fishing in the river and the dam and beautiful scenery. Remember to bring your own firewood as there isn’t much about on the property and the road in may get a little slippery in the wet.
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Tim S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Stunning views on the hill
Tent ·
River Campground
Perfect spot to recharge and get away from the crowd. You will have the entire property to yourself throughout the stay. My partner and I loved every single minute here. There are a lot of wildlife around the area, so definitely drive slow after getting off the main road. You will drive pass a gorgeous cattle farm with stunning views on the hill right before the last gate. The property is located deeper in the valley. It is absolutely a secret hidden gem with lots of privacy. There are three campsites along the creek you can choose from. We stayed at campsite 3, which is deeper in the woods. Also, Tom’s cabin has many helpful camping essentials you need. Shower, toilet, electricity, lighters, stove, oven, cooking ware, utensils, sofa, candles, portable lights, board games, etc. are provided. Do not hesitate to book. I promise you will enjoy the stay!
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Vayne J.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
Great secluded spot. Everything was as described and Tom was great at communicating leading up to the weekend. Worth a visit.
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Simon G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · With pets ·
River Campground
Wow!!! What a special place. We were a group of six (plus three dogs) and absolutely loved our three night stay at Trout Valley Retreat. The whole property is serene, completely private, and the views across the valley are just stunning. We loved spending time wandering around the river bank and exploring, and it was incredible to have the whole place to ourselves. Tom is an excellent host, very communicative and friendly. The cabin made the trip feel super comfortable without taking away from the whole off-grid experience. It’s stocked with basics if you forget anything, plus a proper kitchen and board games if you get a rainy afternoon. We cooked dinner over the fire pit at the campsite every night and it was great to be able to wash the plates! There’s no reception, which we saw as a huge plus, it gave us all a chance to properly switch off. I can’t recommend Trout Valley Retreat highly enough if you’re looking to disconnect, unwind, and just enjoy being out in nature. Thanks for having us!
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Annie H.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
River Campground
Fantastic spot. Will not dissapoint even the pickiest of campers. Very tranquil environment surrounded by abundant native wildlife.
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Jeff C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent · With kids ·
River Campground
Great river side camping with a total of three camp sites spread far apart across the property. Essential amenities are provided. Direct to campsite on arrival and also includes a helpful take as you need and leave what you can pantry which saved a meal during our trip.
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Allen S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
tucked in deep into the mountains
Tent ·
River Campground
What an amazing property tucked deep into the Blue Mountains. Campsite surrounded by rock formations, mountains, poplar trees - what else could you ask for. Handy little cabin on the property as well for emergency or to hang out when it's chilly outside. Planning on coming back.
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Giedrius B.
78 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent ·
River Campground
Great spot. Excellent amenities. Rover was low when we went so hard to get in for a swim but still so beautiful.
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Justin W.
6 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
River Campground
We enjoyed our camping trip here. The campsite was perfect and next to the river. Easy instructions to access the property and the cabin was handy to have to option of using. We would definitely camp here again.
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Tom K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
7 m Class B · With kids ·
River Campground
Great spot. We really enjoyed the space and a dip in the river. Will hopefully be back someday.
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James S.
5 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
Tent ·
River Campground
Fantastic weekend camping! Everything was as pictured and described! Great amenities which made our experience a little bit easier! Lots of birds and butterflies !
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Swan H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
River Campground
This was an absolutely gorgeous spot to camp, peaceful, no cell service and a beautiful river to swim in and lots of wildlife.
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Lauren G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
5 m Class B · With pets ·
River Campground
Expect beautiful views, a gorgeous flowing river, an abundance of wildlife, peace and quiet, and perfect solitude. We will be back.
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Dane E.
1 year on Hipcamp

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Gingkin, New South Wales, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Tom C.

Joined in October 2024
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