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Ferndale

3.5 star property
Entertainment options abound at this playful retreat where guests can challenge friends in the arcade room or serve up matches on the tennis court

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Riverbend) | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ferndale (Lower Portland)
Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ferndale (Lower Portland)
Visitors at Ferndale enjoy a recreational paradise with multiple ways to have fun. The property features an inviting arcade/game room, an outdoor pool for relaxation, a tennis court, in-room WiFi, and barbecue grills for casual meals.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Riverbend) | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Riverbend)

  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

  • Hill view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Sydney is home to Ferndale. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Comleroy Flora Reserve and Maroota Ridge State Conservation Area, while Ferry Artists and The Australiana Pioneer Village are cultural highlights. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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991 River Road, Lower Portland, NSW, 2756

What's nearby

  • 🌿 #BestOf5
    Wollemi National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Alamy
    Hawkesbury River
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sydney Motorsport Park always has some great Motorsport action, from club events through to national races. #motorsport #racing #sydney
    Sydney Motorsport Park
    56 min drive - 42.1 miles
  • Norwest Business Park
    50 min drive - 40.0 miles
  • Westmead Hospital
    61 min drive - 46.6 miles

Getting around

  • Windsor Station
    35 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • Riverbend Restaurant
    25 min drive
  • Australis Retreat at Wisemans Ferry
    26 min drive
  • Paradise Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Wisemans Ferry Inn Hotel
    24 min drive
  • Tractor 828
    20 min drive

About this property

Ferndale

Property highlights
Ferndale provides amenities like an arcade/game room and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, barbecue grills, and 2 meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Ferndale include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
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

Property is also known as

Ferndale House Lower Portland
Ferndale Lower Portland
Ferndale Guesthouse Lower Portland
Ferndale Guesthouse
Ferndale Lower Portland
Ferndale Guesthouse Lower Portland

Frequently asked questions

Does Ferndale have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ferndale pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ferndale?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Ferndale?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Ferndale located?

Situated in Sydney, this guesthouse is steps from Hawkesbury River and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Skeleton Rocks Reserve. Comleroy Flora Reserve and Maroota Ridge State Conservation Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ferndale Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 87 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Annika

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place do not exist. It was shut 2 years ago. So after a 12 h drive and at 21.30 night we had to try to find another accommodation. Not happy at all take this listing of your sight. And I have for sure deleted your app from my phone to never be in this situation again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Najeeba

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We never got to stay in this property as it was never available for accommodation! Experia ruined our celebration by listing this property to be booked while it was sold a year ago!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place in nature

A wonderful, peaceful place. If you are looking for peaceful surrounds surrounded by nature, and don't need the latest luxuries, I can recommend Ferndale with no reservations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were so friendly and accommodating and made a brilliant breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were disappointed that we were not able to get an evening meal the day we arrived? We were told after we arrived that they had not had enough notice to be able to do that! we were then advised to go somewhere else for the meal. After a long drive to get there we were tired and not very impressed. Otherwise things were satisfactory an dit was a lovely spot.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. It was really peaceful and relaxing. Thank you Chris and Kee
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place! peaceful, relaxing, beautiful walks and the owners are soo kind.... We went up for my friends birthday and the cabin was perfect, BBQ on the deck and a fire pit meant for a stunning birthday. Looking forward to our next stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic spot great place. My only suggestion would be to consider getting rid of a lot of the plastic and old furniture lying around would make the place look so much better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kee and Chris were excellent hosts.made me feel very wrlcome. Breakfast was perfect and accomodation very good with fantastic views across the Hawkesbury River
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic view

Fantastic view of the Hawkesbury river. Very welcoming and friendly hosts. A great place to just relax and do nothing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great stay. It was peaceful and fulfilled out needs. Wonderful breakfast and stunning view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place

Idyllic location with bushland scenery and river views. Staff very friendly and accomodating. Comfortable cabins, ours was just missing a toaster but everything else you could need is provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Getting back to nature

Dusty room. Small bathroom Okay bed Quiet place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful with views

This was my second time here. Beautiful views of the Hawkesbury from my cabin. The cabin was well equiped with every detail thought of even aeroguard and bug spray (although there are no bugs in the room). The rooms were very clean and they come with A/C, toiletries, microwave, TV. You can turn your light on at night and not have bugs coming in from everywhere. Self cooking was easy in the Conference building with all supplies provided. The hosts Kee and Chris are exceptionally friendly and welcoming and they make you feel at home. Swimming pool was very refreshing. Places to see in the area - walks through maximum knee deep clean water in upper Colo Heights (Colo Merroo), Wheelbarrow Ridge Road mountain drive and Bob Turners Track were all amazing. Thank you again and I look forward to my next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This was a last minute choice, but a good one.

Great location overlooking to river. The owners are excellent. The rooms are basic but comfortable. We plan to stay again at christmas.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet retreat on ridge with relaxing river views

Cabin was spacious and clean. Balcony had great views of river below. Bellbird sounds as well as water skiers. Very relaxing, you fl you have really got away. Wifi available but only in conference hall and dining room, not in cabin. No mobile phone reception. DVD player and some DVDs available. We would have liked to use the tennis court but rested more instead!
Verified

8/10 Good

May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly owners

Owners were extremely helpful and down to earth. Very affordable. Facilities were great. Perfect view
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anzhela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very convenient, clean, comfortable, amazing view

Very amazing place, quiet, beautiful nature, good service, clean. Good location. Good prices. I definitely would love to come there again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
We had really nice short getaway. View from our room was absolutely stunning.
Verified

8/10 Good

Evagrius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hawkesbury Haven

Bushland setting overlooking the Hawkesbury River; ample cabin space inside and out; wonderful, attentive hosts; Took two ferry rides; driving tours to Windsor, Wiseman's Ferry & St Albans; relished the river view and beyond from the cabin deck.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

geeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was quite and relaxing

Wecwere really happy everything good we had a lovely time
Verified

8/10 Good

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

If you are looking for peace and quiet this is it

This place is the perfect getaway for those seeking isolation and tranquility. It is not on the higher end of the scale accommodation wise so anyone expecting 5 star accommodation, this is not the place for you. It is, however, suitable for those who want to sit on the balcony and be immersed in the bush and river setting that is offered as well as a sanctuary where you feel like time has dissolved into nothing. The owner and her son were very accommodating and went out of their way to cater for our needs they pretty much hand over the key to their property to do with as you wish. There is a games room with pool table, ping pong table, etc. as well as a swimming pool, tennis court and conference room/BBQ. Some of the cabins have their own BBQ as well. The perfect getaway for the person or couple who want to get away from it all. My partner and I are definitely coming back.
Verified

6/10 Okay

L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pretty hidden cabins

Cabins are a little dated but it adds to the charm of the place. Beautiful views of the river! Not to far to Richmond and Windsor but twisty, steep roads. We enjoyed our stay and the kids loved the pool
Verified

4/10 Poor

Van

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice view.

Booked two nights, stayed overnight have to leave next morning because room full of dust, unclean sofa bed sheets(did not change from previous occupier). Bed bugs in queen size bed.My wife and daughter had beaten by bugs. Backed to Sydney to seek medical treatment.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Retreat and Breathtaking Views and Area

Amazing retreat and I would go back. Safe area, amazing views. Breakfast includes hot meal although advertised as continental, cabins look out to bushland and river and the valley, some with better views than others. Swimming pool was a good size and great for a swim. Very friendly service, always happy to help and chat; they will also recommend places to go. Localilty - I was able to go walking outside the retreat on the road and enjoy amazing rock formations and country/farm views, drive to Wisemans Ferry for a walk and lunch, drive (breathtaking views) and swim in River Colan which is family friendly. Locals are friendly. Lots of history in the area about the first settlers. Area also great for water skiing.