Bed & Breakfast

Tallawalla Retreat is a 4 Star Bed & Breakfast situated 2 km from the township of Dorrigo on a sealed road. Set high on a ridge with elevation of 780 metres, the Retreat provides panoramic views from most rooms, including the verandah.

It is the perfect place to unwind from the hustle and bustle of life. Contained on 3 hectares of park like gardens, including 1 hectare of rainforest, where native bird-life abound with over 90 species of native birds.
Accommodation includes two ensuite rooms with comfortable QS beds, one King room (or twin beds) with private facilities and an ensuite Family Room with QS bed and two single beds. For your comfort each bed has an electric blanket and heaters and fans are in each room.

Guests enjoy relaxing on our ranch style verandah or by the pool in the warmer weather, or by one of the wood fired heaters inside during the cooler weather. A full size tennis court and sauna are also available for guest use.

A special feature of Tallawalla is the expansive dining room where guests can enjoy evening meals while soaking in the panoramic views of the plateau. Special dietary needs are thoughtfully catered for. Afternoon Tea and a generous cooked breakfast are included in the tariff.

Tallawalla Retreat is located just 5 minutes from the World Heritage Dorrigo National Park; 6 other National Parks are within an hours' drive.

The recently opened "Tallawalla Tea House" is a popular destination for travellers, with over 50 specialty teas and unusual and unique tea wares for sale. Visitors to the Tea House enjoy delicious morning and afternoon teas and light lunches, taste a variety of marmalades made on the premises and soak in the spectacular scenery.


Your hosts Paul & Di McDonald look forward to sharing the Tallawalla Experience with you.

Languages spoken: English(Basic)

"Serene and beautiful" - Bob and Allison, San Francisco

"An unexpected gem" - Peter and Pamela, USA

"Fantastic views and food - we'll be back" - Katie and Ben, South Australia"Sensational hospitality" - Mark, Yamba, NSW

"Best B&B ever, Really" Lesley & Peter Surrey UK

"A great start to our honeymoon, Paul & Di spoilt us with their calm & helpful hospitality" - Peter and Margaret, Wooloowin, Qld

Locality

Close to Coffs Coast and Bellingen. 5 minutes drive from Dorrigo NP, World Heritage, and the famous skywalk.
Nine National Parks within 1 hour, 4 of which are World heritage. Alternate rout to Armidale, Grafton.
Walk in our own rainforest and go birdwatching in there or from our dining room.

Property

Located on the Dorrigo Plateau, at 780 metres, you can experience all seasons, Autumn is full of colour, winter is frosty but beautiful days and always warm by the fires.The daffodils are out then . Spring full of clourful blooms.

Associations

Bed & Breakfast and Farmstay Association of NSW Inc; Tourism Bellinger; Tourism Dorrigo; Aussie Host

Holiday experiences

Birdwatching, Bushwalking & wilderness, Family Friendly, Fishing, Great view, Honeymoon, Motor Bike Friendly, Romantic getaway, Wedding venue, Winter Holiday

Facilities

24 hour reception, Accept MasterCard, Accept VISA, Baby Cot, Bath, BBQ, BBQ - Gas, Books/Magazines Supplied, CD Player, Cooked Breakfast Provided, DVD, Ensuite, Fans (ceiling/standard), Internet access, Laundry facilities, Log fires, Massage, No smoking, Pets Welcome Outdoors, Pool, Seniors Card Accepted, Stereo, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Tennis courts, Undercover or off street parking, VCR

Availability

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