Kalinya: Good, beautiful & honest

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

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 …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

Mandy ,(the owner) is fantastic, really lovely and warm. The grounds are beautiful, a great place to relax and unwind.... read moreMandy ,(the owner) is fantastic, really lovely and warm. The grounds are beautiful, a great place to relax and unwind. Thank you. read less

Amazing place!

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

Both properties at Kalinya Gardens are beyond amazing. We visited for a big family reunion over a weekend in March.... read moreBoth properties at Kalinya Gardens are beyond amazing. We visited for a big family reunion over a weekend in March. Three families and over 20 people of all ages had everything they needed and more for a fun and relaxing weekend together. I …MoreBoth properties at Kalinya Gardens are beyond amazing. We visited for a big family reunion over a weekend in March. Three families and over 20 people of all ages had everything they needed and more for a fun and relaxing weekend together. I cannot recommend Kalinya Gardens more. Mandy was a great host and left no stone unturned in making sure we had a great time. 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. …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

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

Staying at Kalinya Estate was a total dream from start to finish - we never wanted to leave! It was... read moreStaying at Kalinya Estate was a total dream from start to finish - we never wanted to leave! It was the most stunning, luxurious, stylish, fun and activity-filled private accommodation that all 25 of us had ever experienced in Australia and it was the most special setting to celebrate my 30th birthday.From the multiple fireplaces and fire pits, to the pizza oven and BBQs, to the tennis court and cinema, the swimming pool and hot tub, the luxurious bedding and brand new grand piano - everything was of the highest quality, condition and designed with such style, thought and creativity. Mandy Barnes could not have been a more hospitable, welcoming or helpful host to deal with in the lead up to and during the weekend. Thank you again for such a wonderful, memorable weekend!We are already looking at booking our next group trip back at Kalinya Estate in the New Year! 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

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 …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

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 …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

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

We stayed 2 nights at this amazing place. The lodge was stunning. From the comfortable beds to the full modern... read moreWe stayed 2 nights at this amazing place. The lodge was stunning. From the comfortable beds to the full modern kitchen, everything was top shelf.
The grounds were beautifully maintained and was a joy to explore. A wonderful place to recharge the batteries. 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 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

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

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

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

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

This place is an elegant mixture of older world and contemporary. What a great place for a large family of... read moreThis place is an elegant mixture of older world and contemporary. What a great place for a large family of 22 to hang out in luxury. The pool, the tennis court and use of other facilities made a great stay. We combined it with a couple of …MoreThis place is an elegant mixture of older world and contemporary. What a great place for a large family of 22 to hang out in luxury. The pool, the tennis court and use of other facilities made a great stay. We combined it with a couple of nights with the imported chef for the adults and aperitifs by the auto piano was great family bonding. read less

The Kalinya Gardens had everything we needed for a long weekend getaway. The place is a short drive out of... read moreThe Kalinya Gardens had everything we needed for a long weekend getaway. The place is a short drive out of Sydney and comfortably accommodated our big group. After a big day of swimming and playing many games of tennis or basketball our time was spent either around the Bon fire or in the Jacuzzi. Our host Mandy was most helpful in ensuring our time was well spent. Thank you 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

Great house and experience, would highly recommend.

Fantastic hosts and amazing place!

Above expectation.. best Air Bnb so far!!

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

Beautiful property and fantastic hosts. A great place to stay.

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

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

Kalinya Gardens was a perfect retreat for our extended family (3 x families with adult & teenage children) get together... read moreKalinya Gardens was a perfect retreat for our extended family (3 x families with adult & teenage children) get together over the long weekend. House/gardens/facilities were amazing and something for everyone. Thanks again Mandy for a lovely weekend. Brenda x read less

WOW!!! I'm not sure where to begin after spending the weekend at Kalinya Gardens. I arrived at a breathtakingly beautiful... read moreWOW!!! I'm not sure where to begin after spending the weekend at Kalinya Gardens. I arrived at a breathtakingly beautiful homestead and felt instantly at home and welcome. Not long after arriving, Mandy popped in to greet our family and made us feel extremely welcome and at home. She made it feel like our place but she was available for anything that we might need. Everyone was catered for, my children had the most amazing time with all the activities provided while I was able to relax and catch up with my family. A weekend was no long enough! We booked our next Kalinya Gardens retreat before we left! 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

Our wedding at Kalinya Gardens was above and beyond what we had hoped for. Mandy is one in a million... read moreOur wedding at Kalinya Gardens was above and beyond what we had hoped for. Mandy is one in a million and made all our dreams come true. Nothing was too big or too small for her to give it her full attention. She has an amazing list of …MoreOur wedding at Kalinya Gardens was above and beyond what we had hoped for. Mandy is one in a million and made all our dreams come true. Nothing was too big or too small for her to give it her full attention. She has an amazing list of contacts for all your needs including caterers, florists, hairdressers and helpers of any kind. Kalinya Gardens is so beautiful it literally takes your breath away and makes you feel very spoilt and special. The accommodation is 5 star and having the Sunday after our wedding to laze by the pool , play tennis, chess, petanque and just explore the grounds made it such a perfect weekend. We can't thank Mandy enough for making our wedding weekend so perfect. We will definitely be back. The family are already trying to plan it. read less

WOW!!! I'm not sure where to begin after spending the weekend at Kalinya Gardens. I arrived at a breathtakingly beautiful... read moreWOW!!! I'm not sure where to begin after spending the weekend at Kalinya Gardens. I arrived at a breathtakingly beautiful homestead and felt instantly at home and welcome. Not long after arriving, Mandy popped in to greet our family and made us feel extremely welcome and at home. She made it feel like our place but she was available for anything that we might need. Everyone was catered for, my children had the most amazing time with all the activities provided while I was able to relax and catch up with my family. A weekend was no long enough! We booked our next Kalinya Gardens retreat before we left! read less

Amazing property, we were looked after very well by Mandy. We travelled as a group of four families with... read moreAmazing property, we were looked after very well by Mandy. We travelled as a group of four families with kids and loved the open spaces and the amenities of the property. Would highly recommend to others! read less

The absolute best spot I have ever spent a weekend away at. This house and grounds have everything - 5*... read moreThe absolute best spot I have ever spent a weekend away at. This house and grounds have everything - 5* accommodation and activities to keep you entertained for days! Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back. 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

I can’t recommend this place highly enough. The pictures actually do not do it justice, immaculate and something for everyone... read moreI can’t recommend this place highly enough. The pictures actually do not do it justice, immaculate and something for everyone to enjoy. The pool, undercover outdoor TV area and wrap around balcony, not to mention that spa. Even when a huge storm rolled in this place was an entertainers dream! Book now if you’re considering it! 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 …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

Both properties at Kalinya Gardens are beyond amazing. We visited for a big family reunion over a weekend in March.... read moreBoth properties at Kalinya Gardens are beyond amazing. We visited for a big family reunion over a weekend in March. Three families and over 20 people of all ages had everything they needed and more for a fun and relaxing weekend together. I cannot recommend Kalinya Gardens more. Mandy was a great host and left no stone unturned in making sure we had a great 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

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

What an amazing place! So close to Sydney but we felt we were miles away. The house and... read moreWhat an amazing place! So close to Sydney but we felt we were miles away. The house and amenities were first class with so much space, allowing our three generational family group to spread out. Everyone put their phones away and we swam, played tennis, draughts, basket ball and then gathered for an amazing dinner. We loved the pizza oven and marvelled at the chickens and ducks (a novelty for city folks)! Mandy was lovely and very accommodating. We didn't want to leave and one of our kids has declared it should be an annual event so we will certainly be back! read less

Spotlessly clean and awesome atmosphere.