Platypus Cottage Tumut | Cottage in Tumut

9.6 (28 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Bombowlee Cottage | Platypus Cottage Tumut

3 Bedroom Cottage in Bombowlee, Tumut

Nestled on the banks of the Tumut River, Platypus Cottage offers the very best in self contained accommodation in the Tumut area. Platypus Cottage is situated on a 100 acre working farm just 2.5 km from the centre of Tumut. Secluded & private, yet also within walking distance of town makes Platypus the perfect place for that special getaway. Just imagine relaxing on the huge timber deck overlooking the river with cattle & horses roaming the paddocks surrounding the cottage.The property has 1/2 km of private frontage onto the Tumut River & has some of the best trout fishing in the area. The property also boasts its very own 3 acre island which opens up another 1km of river frontage, perfect for fishing, platypus watching, birdwatching, canoeing, kayaking & boating; we have 2 boat ramps into the river. Your host Brett has a life time of experience fishing the local rivers, creeks & dams in the Tumut area & offers fishing advice to all guests.
Also situated on our farm is ribbonwood Antiques, our barn offers Antiques & collectables sourced from the local area. Six generations of local knowledge ensures your stay will be informed & welcoming.
Stay with the locals on the banks of the Tumut River.
Platypus Cottage
Platypus Cottage
Platypus is our fully self-contained luxury cottage boasting absolute river frontage. This tranquil river setting is very private but situated just 2.5km from the centre of town.
Features include:
Main bedroom with queen bed,TV and en-suite opens directly onto the large deck overlooking the river.
2nd bedroom with queen bed, overlooking river.
3rd bedroom with queen bed.
Three way bathroom with bath.
Large living area with modern decor, quality furnishings and raked timber ceilings opening onto the deck.
Separate dining room.
Large, modern fully self-contained kitchen.
Laundry.
Electric blankets, doonas/ blankets, pillows/ hairdryer.
Reverse cycle airconditioning, TV/DVD, sound system, BBQ area, double under cover parking unique to our accommodation.
Linen included.
Tea, coffee & sugar provided
Large selection of magazines
The cottage is maintained & presented to the highest standards.
Things to do
The Tumut area offers such a diverse range of things to do and see such as Trout Fishing, flyfishing,snow skiing at Selwyn Snow Fields, water skiing Blowering Dam, the amazing Snowy Mountains Scheme, Yarrangobilly Caves, Kosciuszko National Park, canoeing & kayaking the local rivers & creeks, horse riding, powered hang gliding over the Tumut Valley.
The town of Tumut offers so much with plenty of pubs, clubs & restaurants, some fantastic walking & mountain bike riding tracks.
The towns surrounding Tumut also offer so much with Batlow the apple town, the old gold mining town of Adelong, Talbingo with the Tumut 3 Hydro Power Station. These are just some of the things to see & do in this diverse & beautiful area. Being a local with a rich family history in the Tumut Valley your host Brett is passionate about what this area has to offer & is only too happy to pass the knowledge & history of the area onto his guests.

This 3 Bedrooms Cottage provides accommodation with Internet, Laundry, Sports/Activities, for your convenience. This Cottage features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Cottage has 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Cottage has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Bombowlee. Enjoy your stay in Bombowlee at this Cottage.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Wendy C.
May 12, 2025 01:42:30 PM
Review Score:   8
Summary: A comfortable & convenient stay with friendly host.
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