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Discover Devil’s Retreat, a spacious four-bedroom haven near Aussie Ark in Barrington Tops. Ideal for families and groups, it offers cozy fires, starlit BBQs, and a front-row seat to Australia’s ancient wilderness.
Discover Devil’s Retreat, a spacious four-bedroom haven near Aussie Ark in Barrington Tops. Ideal for families and groups, it offers cozy fires, starlit BBQs, and a front-row seat to Australia’s ancient wilderness.
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Operated by Aussie Ark · Tomalla, New South Wales
easy.
1–3 days.
Suitable for all fitness levels; gentle hikes and easy walks nearby
Yes, Devil’s Retreat accommodates up to 10 guests comfortably, making it ideal for families and groups.
Pets are not permitted to protect local wildlife and maintain cleanliness.
It’s approximately 11 km away, about a 15-minute drive, perfect for day visits.
Internet access is limited to promote a true nature escape and may be intermittent.
Small gatherings are welcome; please communicate any event plans to the management in advance.
Spring and autumn offer mild weather and fewer crowds, but each season has unique appeal.
Barrington Tops is part of the Gondwana Rainforests World Heritage Area, preserving ecosystems over 60 million years old.
The area emphasizes sustainable tourism, encouraging visitors to minimize their impact and support nearby wildlife sanctuaries like Aussie Ark.
Aussie Ark is a conservation sanctuary located near Tomalla in New South Wales, focused on protecting and showcasing endangered Australian wildlife. The sanctuary offers guided wildlife experiences and on-site accommodation options that place visitors close to the natural habitat of species such as Tasmanian Devils and Eastern Quolls. Accommodation options include Devil’s Retreat, a spacious Barrington Tops property with four bedrooms, a self-contained kitchen, fireplaces, and outdoor BBQ facilities suitable for families and groups of up to 10 guests. Devil’s Retreat provides cozy evenings by the fire and star-lit BBQ nights, and is located approximately 11 km from the Aussie Ark sanctuary. Quoll’s Cottage is a smaller two-bedroom mountain cottage in the Barrington Tops that accommodates families, couples, or groups of up to eight guests. The cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, a warm fireplace, and BBQ facilities for relaxed, self-catered stays. Aussie Ark runs the Devils in the Wild Tours, guided by Rangers and offering close observation of endangered species in natural settings while explaining conservation programs and species recovery work. Tours and stays combine wildlife viewing with access to the New England high country, offering options from one night to multi-night stays including 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7-, and 8-night packages as well as open days. Visitors booking with Aussie Ark choose experiences that balance immersive wildlife encounters with comfortable, self-contained accommodation in the Barrington Tops region. Aussie Ark provides short and extended stays, from one night to week-long retreats, aligned with on-site conservation activities and guided tours.
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