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The Hermitage

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32 reviews

· Jerrong, New South Wales

100 acres hosted by Brett C.

1 tent site

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

The Hermitage is an untouched heavily-wooded property, nestled on the banks of the Abercrombie River. The campsites are shared with kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, deer, and of course turtles and fish in the river. Fish or swim in the river, ride your bikes, or set up camp and then head off on an adventure walk including the Blue Mountains National Park to the south of the river. The Abercrombie River is known for gold and gemstones, so if you're into panning, there's some good spots along the river. There are plenty of opportunities for 4WDing and bushwalking in the local area. Fires are allowed (fire restrictions permitting, please check local information before lighting) within the designated areas. Please only place combustible items in the fire. Bottles, cans, wipes etc do not burn and any items remaining in the fire may incur a clean up fee. Wood can be collected from fallen wood around the property, or bring your own if you prefer. Using nearby rocks to surround your fire is not advisable. Despite their smooth appearance, they may harbour significant moisture and can be highly explosive when heated in a fire pit or campfire. River rock is also usually pretty easy to obtain, so it seems like a quick and easy solution. However, it has a high tendency to explode, so we suggest you avoid it at all costs. Pets are welcome for a one-off fee per animal. Please ensure you remove all trash and evidence of your stay when you depart. If you arrive and find litter, we would personally appreciate it if you could find room for it in your rubbish collection. Please take photos of your arrival if you find something and forward it on to us so we can follow up. We are in the early stages of our Hipcamp journey and there are plans to make for a much more enjoyable experience. All monies will be re-invested into facilities. There is no mobile reception at this location. There are no toilets at this location (yet). Please come prepared. A port-a-loo is ideal, or if you are happy with a bush toilet, please bring a shovel to dig a hole or to cover and conceal your deposits. You can follow us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehermitageatjerrong You can view a map of the property which shows different camping locations for your group. Once you make a booking you will be the only Hipcamp group to access the property and as such can camp in one of three locations, regardless of the site you book. Copy and paste this link into the browser of your choice: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1LsBp0Ps23NR6OTHR8t_0Isv2DAz05tQ&usp=sharingRiver Bend Campsite River Bend is aptly named, though it’s actually located on the third bend of the river that runs through the property. This wide, open space offers direct access to the river and is ideal for those seeking a peaceful, off-grid escape. Access to the site is via a steep track that is best suited to 4WD vehicles. While it's navigable, we recommend limiting access to 4WDs until the road is upgraded. A plan is in place to grade the track, and we’ll reassess access once improvements are complete. In winter, the Abercrombie River becomes a raging torrent. In summer, it offers deep pools perfect for swimming, or you can wander upstream through the shallows and spot frogs, fish, and turtles along the way. This is a relatively new listing and has very limited infrastructure — in fact, there’s none at all. Over time, we plan to add a toilet and a few basic amenities, but the goal is to keep the natural, “off-the-grid” charm that makes this place special. Your feedback will help shape its future while preserving its sense of escape. Campfire Guidelines Fires are allowed, but we ask that you never leave them unattended and always comply with local fire bans. The statutory Bush Fire Danger Period in this area runs from 1 October to 31 March, though dates may change depending on local conditions. Before lighting a fire, please ensure: It can be safely contained and controlled within the designated area It does not contain any toxic materials (e.g. tyres, plastics, painted timber) It will not produce excessive smoke that may impact others You must also check: If a No Burn day has been declared If a Total Fire Ban is in place The forecasted weather conditions Reception and Emergency Note Telstra reception is available along the bush track leading down to the river, but there is no mobile signal at the campsite itself. Please take this into account when planning your stay, especially in case of emergency.

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