Kalinya: Good, beautiful & honest

I am the Son of the previous owners of this place, my mother used to hold weddings there, such... read moreI am the Son of the previous owners of this place, my mother used to hold weddings there, such a pleasure seeing it being used as my RIP mother wanted well done :)It took us 20 years to get the gardens and main house built to what isFabulous and kudos to the new owners for the improvements and continuing the property. read less

We stayed at Kalinya Gardens recently to celebrate a significant anniversary. According to Google, Kalinya is an Aboriginal word meaning,... read moreWe stayed at Kalinya Gardens recently to celebrate a significant anniversary. According to Google, Kalinya is an Aboriginal word meaning, good, beautiful and honest. It most definitely is all that and more!! …MoreWe stayed at Kalinya Gardens recently to celebrate a significant anniversary. According to Google, Kalinya is an Aboriginal word meaning, good, beautiful and honest. It most definitely is all that and more!!It was easy to get to, roughly halfway between Canberra and Newcastle.The place is perfect for a large family gathering with beautiful grounds, great heated pool, tennis court and an awesome homestead with everything you could want. There is plenty to do for young and old and Mandy is the best host you could wish for. Deserves more than 5 stars. If only I could afford to buy it 😉 read less

This house is something out of a magazine or a movie. The grounds are an adult's playground, beautiful and feature... read moreThis house is something out of a magazine or a movie. The grounds are an adult's playground, beautiful and feature packed. A weekend wasn't enough to enjoy every single part of it. We made huge amounts of pizza dough in the sizeable kitchen, hired the pizza oven for an evening to really mark the occasion and generally exhausted ourselves between running a tennis tournament on the court and water polo in the sizeable pool. Thank god the beds were fit for royalty 🙂 read less

I am the Son of the previous owners of this place, my mother used to hold weddings there, such... read moreI am the Son of the previous owners of this place, my mother used to hold weddings there, such a pleasure seeing it being used as my RIP mother wanted well done 🙂 …MoreI am the Son of the previous owners of this place, my mother used to hold weddings there, such a pleasure seeing it being used as my RIP mother wanted well done 🙂 It took us 20 years to get the gardens and main house built to what is Fabulous and kudos to the new owners for the improvements and continuing the property. read less

The accommodation & host were equally amazing! Mandy went above & beyond to make sure our stay was special and... read moreThe accommodation & host were equally amazing! Mandy went above & beyond to make sure our stay was special and I am already looking forward to my 2nd stay there!See you soon Kalinya Gardens! read less

The first time we went to see Kalinya gardens it was pouring cats and dogs and yet we fell in... read moreThe first time we went to see Kalinya gardens it was pouring cats and dogs and yet we fell in love with it. Mandy is probably a perfectionist and when you see the place you'll know why. The whole place is luxury and she has thought of everything. The pictures really don't do justice. Mandy is lovely to coordinate with and she made sure we had a perfect stay. And we loved having the ducks and chicken around. read less

Fantastic place for a big family group stay. Awesome accommodations (each room with its own en suite) and grounds with... read moreFantastic place for a big family group stay. Awesome accommodations (each room with its own en suite) and grounds with an endless array of things to do for both young and old - tennis, swimming, chess, chickens and ducks etc. read less

The best place ever..highest quality in every respect. The Homestead and The Lodge was big enough for our family of... read moreThe best place ever..highest quality in every respect. The Homestead and The Lodge was big enough for our family of 21, ranging in ages 70 years to 8 months old. Definitely will be back! Thanks Mandy xx read less

Kalinya Estate is a phenomenal property. At the centre, a big grand colonial Australian mansion. There's a huge long table... read moreKalinya Estate is a phenomenal property. At the centre, a big grand colonial Australian mansion. There's a huge long table suitable for a large social dinner for 20, a tennis court, an amazing pool and spa. The grounds are well maintained and amazing detail and forethought has gone into the design and layout of everything. We booked the grand homestead and the luxury lodge, we had 18 people, with only couples sharing rooms. Every room had it's own en suite, and it was very spacious for 18. There's a beautiful grand piano in the music room. Each and every room tastefully decorated. We booked Kalinya for my partner's 30th birthday with close friends and family. It was the perfect location to celebrate. Just an hour and 15 out of Sydney city. I can't recommend this place higher. It's one of the most beautiful properties we've stayed at. We had an amazing weekend, Kalinya Estate has it all, so all that was left to do was enjoy our time with great friends. Mandy was a gem, was so easy to deal with, and helped us tailor our experience to be exactly what we wanted and more. read less

Amazing place!

Friendly welcome, extensive and comfortable facilities; feels like a long way from the city

The first time we went to see Kalinya gardens it was pouring cats and dogs and yet we fell in... read moreThe first time we went to see Kalinya gardens it was pouring cats and dogs and yet we fell in love with it. Mandy is probably a perfectionist and when you see the place you'll know why. The whole place is luxury and she has thought of …MoreThe first time we went to see Kalinya gardens it was pouring cats and dogs and yet we fell in love with it. Mandy is probably a perfectionist and when you see the place you'll know why. The whole place is luxury and she has thought of everything. The pictures really don't do justice. Mandy is lovely to coordinate with and she made sure we had a perfect stay. And we loved having the ducks and chicken around. read less

Booked Kalinya Gardens for my wife's 30th and it exceeded our expectations in every aspect. Comfort, surroundings, activities....you name it,... read moreBooked Kalinya Gardens for my wife's 30th and it exceeded our expectations in every aspect. Comfort, surroundings, activities....you name it, It truly is an amazing property for a weekend away with friends and family. The woodfire pizza …MoreBooked Kalinya Gardens for my wife's 30th and it exceeded our expectations in every aspect. Comfort, surroundings, activities....you name it, It truly is an amazing property for a weekend away with friends and family. The woodfire pizza oven and jacuzzi were certainly the highlights for us! There were plenty of things for the kids to do, even feed the chickens and geese.One of the big selling points for us was the short drive from Sydney, so you don't have to waste your weekend on the road!Highly recommended! read less

Absolutely amazing experience! Mandy is one of the most thoughtful and caring hosts you will come across. I would highly... read moreAbsolutely amazing experience! Mandy is one of the most thoughtful and caring hosts you will come across. I would highly recommend Kalinya Estate - it was such a relaxing and enjoyable family and friends getaway. read less

simply stunning

Mandy at Kalinya Gardens Estate was instrumental in tailoring a truly amazing experience for our business off-site. Mandy and her... read moreMandy at Kalinya Gardens Estate was instrumental in tailoring a truly amazing experience for our business off-site. Mandy and her team of trusted caterers put together multiple options from us to choose from, all of which was spectacular. They were also sensitive to our dietary requirements.
The grounds of Kalinya Gardens Estate were perfect for our Winter event. Everyone had their own room and the facilities were perfect for team collaboration. We also made good use of the TV for presentation and Finska and giant chess board after the sessions.
The bedrooms were spacious and between the two houses we had access to, there were enough for one each.
Thanks Mandy and team! We had an amazing and highly productive time. read less

We stayed at Kalinya Gardens, The Lodge for a weekend and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had four couples and... read moreWe stayed at Kalinya Gardens, The Lodge for a weekend and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had four couples and three infants staying. It was a great experience using the pool, tennis/basketball court, walking around the beautiful grounds. The host, Mandy, invited our kids to meet the chickens and ducks and feed them. They really loved this. The house was the perfect size for the number of people we had. With a couple of spaces for a large group to talk and play games etc. Thanks for the great time, Mandy and family. read less

An amazing place. The owners have excellent taste and have thought of every all details and amenities you could need.... read moreAn amazing place. The owners have excellent taste and have thought of every all details and amenities you could need. Cannot recommend Kalinya enough to others. read less

We held a very special family gathering & my engagement party at Kalinya Gardens Homestead. Mandy went above and beyond... read moreWe held a very special family gathering & my engagement party at Kalinya Gardens Homestead. Mandy went above and beyond as a host to ensure that our weekend was nothing short of perfect. Both the interior and exterior to the property was impeccably designed and maintained, the location was serene & picturesque, and all family (young & old) had the best time....two days was not enough! Mandy, thank you again, we can’t wait to come back! read less

We had three families together staying at Mandy’s place over Xmas.
Everything was beyond our expectations and our kids had a... read moreWe had three families together staying at Mandy’s place over Xmas.
Everything was beyond our expectations and our kids had a great time with all the facilities offered, pool, tennis, trampoline etc. My best suggestion is checking out the amazing wood fired pizza oven, it was our best night and had so much fun! read less

Mandy at Kalinya Gardens Estate was instrumental in tailoring a truly amazing experience for our business off-site. Mandy and her... read moreMandy at Kalinya Gardens Estate was instrumental in tailoring a truly amazing experience for our business off-site. Mandy and her team of trusted caterers put together multiple options from us to choose from, all of which was spectacular. …MoreMandy at Kalinya Gardens Estate was instrumental in tailoring a truly amazing experience for our business off-site. Mandy and her team of trusted caterers put together multiple options from us to choose from, all of which was spectacular. They were also sensitive to our dietary requirements. The grounds of Kalinya Gardens Estate were perfect for our Winter event. Everyone had their own room and the facilities were perfect for team collaboration. We also made good use of the TV for presentation and Finska and giant chess board after the sessions.The bedrooms were spacious and between the two houses we had access to, there were enough for one each. Thanks Mandy and team! We had an amazing and highly productive time. read less

Great house and experience, would highly recommend.

It is a perfect escape from Sydney.

Above expectation.. best Air Bnb so far!!

We stayed at Kalinya Gardens recently to celebrate a significant anniversary. According to Google, Kalinya is an Aboriginal word meaning,... read moreWe stayed at Kalinya Gardens recently to celebrate a significant anniversary. According to Google, Kalinya is an Aboriginal word meaning, good, beautiful and honest. It most definitely is all that and more!!
It was easy to get to, roughly halfway between Canberra and Newcastle.
The place is perfect for a large family gathering with beautiful grounds, great heated pool, tennis court and an awesome homestead with everything you could want.
There is plenty to do for young and old and Mandy is the best host you could wish for. Deserves more than 5 stars.
If only I could afford to buy it 😉 read less

Beautiful surrounds....Very welcoming

Kalinya Gardens Estate is hands down the most beautiful and relaxing property. It has everything one could ask for from... read moreKalinya Gardens Estate is hands down the most beautiful and relaxing property. It has everything one could ask for from tennis courts, hot tub to wood fire pizza oven and stunning living rooms. Every aspect of the property is 10 out of 10. …MoreKalinya Gardens Estate is hands down the most beautiful and relaxing property. It has everything one could ask for from tennis courts, hot tub to wood fire pizza oven and stunning living rooms. Every aspect of the property is 10 out of 10. Mandy is super friendly and will go out of her way to make sure your stay is one to remember. Thanks Kalinya Estate read less

If you are looking for a great spot for a weekend away with friends, this is the best place you... read moreIf you are looking for a great spot for a weekend away with friends, this is the best place you could possibly want. From the moment you walk in the door, it gives a great sense of luxury. Everybody will leave feeling utterly spoiled. We spent a weekend at Kalinya for a girls' weekend away. There were 15 of us. The house is very spacious with so many little spots to break away for private chats or alone time if you need it. The communal areas are amazing. We loved the large dining table and enjoyed having all our meals around it for breakfast and dinner. The 2 fireplaces were such a bonus and really made the house feel so cosy and created a beautiful atmosphere. Of course there was also central heating which we used on Friday night. The girls loved the jacuzzi/spa and spent a couple of hours relaxing in there on Saturday night. The beds are all super comfortable and beautifully dressed with electric blankets. The decor is like from a magazine with the most beautiful large art works on all the walls (some are for sale), the most amazing light fittings and gorgeous furniture - the photos do not do this place justice. There is PLENTY to do in this house for adults and children (although we didn't have any kids with us). Loads of up to date games, puzzles, ping pong table, giant chess, large swimming pool, tennis court etc. etc. The pianola attached to the grand piano made for great entertainment and some of our party even enjoyed providing some background music of their own. Good Bose sound equipment was also available where we connected a phone to play our own music . I so wish to come back to this beautiful house in summer when the garden is in full bloom as it must be even more beautiful. On Saturday we ventured into Bowral for a browse around all the quirky little shops which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Mandy was a fantastic host and regularly checked whether we needed anything. read less

I want to move in!! We had our best ever family gathering at Kalinya Gardens, 5 days we will never... read moreI want to move in!! We had our best ever family gathering at Kalinya Gardens, 5 days we will never forget. 8 adults and 5 kids and Kalinya had it all for us....Nights around the gorgeous fire pit or in the spa or cooking around the bbq and pizza oven, days around the spectacular pool or playing tenpin bowls on the deck. Lounging around reading or playing games or doing puzzles, cooking up a storm in the phenomenal kitchen. You could spend days doing nothing or trying to work your way through everything that’s provided. Our expectations were exceeded beyond belief. Please have us back again next year Mandy!!?? read less

Mandy’s home is incredible, we went away for an executive team off site we had all the space we needed... read moreMandy’s home is incredible, we went away for an executive team off site we had all the space we needed plus activities to enjoy all on the property.
The house is immaculate, styled beautifully, gorgeous linen and towels and super comfortable beds.
We had the chef that Mandy recommended come and cook for us and the meal was delicious highly recommend doing this.
We will definitely be coming back it was just the perfect stay. An incredible property!! read less

Such a lovely stay with a bunch of friends for my partner's 40th. The kids were beside themselves with all... read moreSuch a lovely stay with a bunch of friends for my partner's 40th. The kids were beside themselves with all the activities and the adults enjoyed lots of wines around the cosy fire.A must stay for family groups! read less

Kalinya Gardens is every bit as amazing as the photos and more. Mandy was an excellent host and a pleasure... read moreKalinya Gardens is every bit as amazing as the photos and more. Mandy was an excellent host and a pleasure to deal with. Quick responses and accommodating of all our requests. There aren't enough superlatives to express how beautiful and luxurious the homestead is. Every detail has been given thought. Highly recommend a relaxing weekend away there. read less

Kalinya Gardens had everything we needed for an Easter break. The house was large enough to accommodate our big group... read moreKalinya Gardens had everything we needed for an Easter break. The house was large enough to accommodate our big group of adults , children and babies. Entertaining areas were amazing, including an outdoor fire pit where the kids toasted marshmallows and we made good use of the jacuzzi. Mandy was kind enough to leave the pool heating on for our group outside of the regular season and this made a huge difference as we all swam in the pool and enjoyed the lovely weather. Special touches include a huge selection of toys and games for the children , duck feeding and expert advice from the owners about the area. Highly recommend for large groups! read less

A couple weeks ago, my friends and I visited Kalinya Gardens for the first time to help send off one... read moreA couple weeks ago, my friends and I visited Kalinya Gardens for the first time to help send off one of us to married life. Hosting a hens or any other occasion for 20+ people can be hard, however Mandy from Kalinya Gardens went above and beyond to make our stay as seamless as possible. Correspondence was always in a timely manner, flexibility to meet our needs were exceeded, conversations had were always pleasurable, and on top of that, the estate was spectacular! The property is far larger and more tranquil that I had imagined. Decor, amenities and bedding were at the highest quality. Cannot recommend this place enough and can't wait to visit there again soon. Thanks for everything Mandy!! 🙂 read less

Lovely place

The perfect property for a family celebration. Mandy was an excellent host and available throughout our stay if required. There... read moreThe perfect property for a family celebration. Mandy was an excellent host and available throughout our stay if required. There was plenty of space to be as close or as far away from each other if needed! Loads of activities for the young and not so young and lots of comfy nooks for anyone seeking some peace and quiet. We all wished we had booked another night. read less

If you are looking for a great spot for a weekend away with friends, this is the best place you... read moreIf you are looking for a great spot for a weekend away with friends, this is the best place you could possibly want. From the moment you walk in the door, it gives a great sense of luxury. Everybody will leave feeling utterly spoiled. We spent a weekend at Kalinya for a girls' weekend away. There were 15 of us. The house is very spacious with so many little spots to break away for private chats or alone time if you need it. The communal areas are amazing. We loved the large dining table and enjoyed having all our meals around it for breakfast and dinner. The 2 fireplaces were such a bonus and really made the house feel so cosy and created a beautiful atmosphere. Of course there was also central heating which we used on Friday night. The girls loved the jacuzzi/spa and spent a couple of hours relaxing in there on Saturday night. The beds are all super comfortable and beautifully dressed with electric blankets. The decor is like from a magazine with the most beautiful large art works on all the walls (some are for sale), the most amazing light fittings and gorgeous furniture - the photos do not do this place justice. There is PLENTY to do in this house for adults and children (although we didn't have any kids with us). Loads of up to date games, puzzles, ping pong table, giant chess, large swimming pool, tennis court etc. etc. The pianola attached to the grand piano made for great entertainment and some of our party even enjoyed providing some background music of their own. Good Bose sound equipment was also available where we connected a phone to play our own music . I so wish to come back to this beautiful house in summer when the garden is in full bloom as it must be even more beautiful. On Saturday we ventured into Bowral for a browse around all the quirky little shops which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Mandy was a fantastic host and regularly checked whether we needed anything. read less

Our stay at Kalinya Gardens was terrific! The place and grounds are extremely luxurious and the grounds accommodated our... read moreOur stay at Kalinya Gardens was terrific! The place and grounds are extremely luxurious and the grounds accommodated our large group well.It's the perfect place to lounge by the pool, play tennis, play squash (as we booked out the games room as well) and to gather around the pizza oven and many fire places. The spa was a bonus.I have plenty of time for Mandy who was great to deal with and can help plan anything required. Certainly recommend. read less

Booked Kalinya Gardens for my wife's 30th and it exceeded our expectations in every aspect. Comfort, surroundings, activities....you name it,... read moreBooked Kalinya Gardens for my wife's 30th and it exceeded our expectations in every aspect. Comfort, surroundings, activities....you name it, It truly is an amazing property for a weekend away with friends and family. The woodfire pizza oven and jacuzzi were certainly the highlights for us!
There were plenty of things for the kids to do, even feed the chickens and geese.
One of the big selling points for us was the short drive from Sydney, so you don't have to waste your weekend on the road!
Highly recommended! read less

This is by far the best airbnb I have ever stayed at! The house has every thing you can think... read moreThis is by far the best airbnb I have ever stayed at! The house has every thing you can think of and is presented so beautifully and every element from beds to appliances have been given alot of thought! we loved the pool, spa, pizza oven, lawn, deck, music room, kitchen and so on! cant wait to return for a winter trip! read less

Fantastic hosts and amazing place!

We held a very special family gathering & my engagement party at Kalinya Gardens Homestead. Mandy went above and beyond... read moreWe held a very special family gathering & my engagement party at Kalinya Gardens Homestead. Mandy went above and beyond as a host to ensure that our weekend was nothing short of perfect. Both the interior and exterior to the property was impeccably designed and maintained, the location was serene & picturesque, and all family (young & old) had the best time....two days was not enough! Mandy, thank you again, we can’t wait to come back! read less

We had an amazing time
The property is beautiful and you never run out of things to do whether your... read moreWe had an amazing time
The property is beautiful and you never run out of things to do whether your in the pool, playing tennis, basketball or relaxing in the spa next to the open fire
The bbq area is perfect
The house is huge and has plenty to offer
When we got there it was pristine from top to bottom with all the amenities
Highly recommend
We will be definately be back
Also mandy is the best host you could ask for read less

Absolutely breathtaking property and incredible stay. Highlights: the sunrise is breathtaking, the facilities are A1, especially the games room and... read moreAbsolutely breathtaking property and incredible stay. Highlights: the sunrise is breathtaking, the facilities are A1, especially the games room and squash court.. the mattresses were of the highest quality and the fireplace / pizza oven make this property a fantastic destination to host an intimate celebration. The host was so accommodating and assisted with getting the fire going. Restaurant grade kitchen and furnished to the highest standard. I will definitely be back - thank you Mandy for one of the most incredible stays in NSW.. read less

An amazing oasis in Bargo that seems a world away from anywhere. Perfect for a group to gather for a... read moreAn amazing oasis in Bargo that seems a world away from anywhere. Perfect for a group to gather for a special occasion. The homestead and grounds are beautiful with little details everywhere to delight. Fully equipped with everything from …MoreAn amazing oasis in Bargo that seems a world away from anywhere. Perfect for a group to gather for a special occasion. The homestead and grounds are beautiful with little details everywhere to delight. Fully equipped with everything from the pool, hot tub, comfortable beds, numerous living areas, even a music room. Owners approachable and lovely. Can’t recommend highly enough read less