The Ridge

Q: Is The Ridge - GloucesterPerfect for family or group getaways. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is The Ridge - GloucesterPerfect for family or group getaways. located?

This family-friendly Gloucester holiday home is steps away from Gloucester Farmers Market and Billabong Native Garden. Saint Clements Historic Park and Gloucester Country Club are also within 2 miles (3 km). Gloucester Station is 19 minutes by foot.

10/10 Excellent

Tony F.

24 Apr 2025

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Great Country Escape

A wonderful "escape" from the city, but only 5 minutes to Gloucester for a coffee and some groceries.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan G.

17 July 2023

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Wonderful weekend away

Fantastic property for a wonderful weekend away.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

13 June 2022

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Fabulous accommodation in beautiful setting.

This property is definitely worth the premium, accommodation perfect for a family group we travelled with our adult children and 2 grandchildren.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

17 Apr 2023

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Brilliant location

Great place for a family escape

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marta G.

6 Dec 2024

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Wonderful large house, excellent location and an amazing views. An excellent bonfire area.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blair D.

9 June 2023

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Outstanding home

Stunning views, beautiful home and great appointments. Definitely worth a visit

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn P.

14 Apr 2022

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Glorious Gloucester

The Ridge is a fabulous home! Stunning views from perfect fire pit in the evenings. Easy access to town and great spot to explore walks/mountain bike tracks. Home is well fit out with lovely linen/towels and kitchen with everything you need. Great location for a real escape.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

5 Aug 2022

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Bliss

Fantastic property located in a very peaceful and beautiful setting close to town. Property would be well suited to family groups. We brought our dog and she loved it. Fence is barbed wire so had to keep an eye on her but that was fine. Dan was very helpful and responded promptly to questions. Beds were comfy and shower amazing. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

29 June 2019

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The Ridge is well located, featuring contemporary design and off-the -grid services.

This property let us enjoy expansive scenic views over the Gloucester Valley with a feeling of being remote but in reality only a short distance from town. While at the house we spent time with friends in the 'great room' - modern kitchen, dining and lounge opening on to the covered deck with BBQ and outdoor lounge. Our winter-time visit ensured use of the fire pit and lengthy catch-up conversations each evening. Gloucester and Barrington Tops have a wealth of things see and explore and we will certainly be back for more. Ideal for groups and family get togethers.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenna H.

17 Aug 2023

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Beautiful house in an incredible location

We had a fantastic stay at The Ridge. From the very beginning, communication with Dan was exceptional. Check-in was easy and the house was well equipped and far exceeded our expectations. We especially liked that we could bring our dogs along, the amazing shower in the main bedroom, multiple outdoor areas to relax, evenings by the fire pit, and incredible views across the surrounding areas. We all agreed that we didn’t want to leave and should have booked an extra night! We highly recommend staying at The Ridge, and will likely be making another reservations soon as other family and friends want to join us for the next stay. Thanks again for having us!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS L.

27 Jan 2024

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Peaceful and stunning

This was our second time staying at The Ridge and for good reason. If you are looking for a getaway from the hustle and bustle of city living I can definitely recommend this outstanding oasis. Tranquility, birds, Wallaroos, and a winding pathway leads you to a superbly designed house which can accommodate 2 families with ease. I love this place. Green frogs, the fire pit, relaxing outdoor setting overlooking the mountain ranges and Gloucester which is only 5-10 minutes away by car. Do nothing or do plenty with scenic drives, waterholes, and the famous Barrington Tops for those who like adventure. My favourite part was waking up every morning and seeing a different weather pattern. Some days were really foggy and other days were so clear. Being up so high felt like heaven. I’m sure we’ll see you again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Carlos H., Sydney

15 Oct 2017

Totally awesome!

This property does not disappoint! It's a prime example of what can be achieved with a totally eco-friendly house that is off-the-grid. The view is magnificent and we did not lack for anything...except maybe some more bug spray! But we are in the countryside! No complaints! And our totally pampered dog settled in without any problems. In fact she was fascinated (and somewhat intimidated) by the cows and kangaroos! The Ridge is totally awesome and we cannot be more enthusiastic in our recommendation. Congratulations Dan on having the vision to create such a luxurious and eco-friendly house! We'll definitely be coming back!

10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

10 Oct 2022

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Great house

The house was excellent and had everything you would need for a great stay. The views are fantastic.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John j.

28 Jan 2022

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Beautiful scenery and lovely home

Host was very responsive. House was very cosy and relaxing especially the night views with the bonfire lit.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley Y.

14 Dec 2021

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Terrific holiday

We were very pleased with how clean the house was and the landscape views. Along the way there were many exciting opportunities to see the cows and kangaroos around the house. We really appreciated how the price of accommodation remained consistent with previous years despite many other accommodation prices inflating due to the Covid-19 virus. Even though the Adventure Centre was closing, we were still able to enjoy nearby attractions such as the Rainforest bushwalk 15 minutes away. The Ridge is definitely a great place to relax and bond with family, with the campfire and lounge area being perfect with our pet dog. Not only was the accommodation luxurious but its location was ideal. At only a 3-minute drive away, we were able to go to the local town which had many restaurants, cafes, and a Woolworths which made grocery shopping extremely convenient. Our check-in and check-out experience was seamless, with the owner Dan quickly replying to any issues we had. Overall, this vacation home was splendid. We highly recommend The Ridge and we’re hoping we can come again the following year for the third time!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

2 Nov 2021

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A beautiful escape

From the picturesque surrounds of the countryside, to the luxurious feel of the gorgeous home, we had a wonderful time staying at The Ridge! Highlights were - the main shower with pebble floor and great views; the number of thoughtful inclusions at the property; the fire pit (we used twice, and toasted marshmallows one night)!; the close proximity to town (can recommend the Roundabout Inn for steaks); misty morning view; cows close by and even saw a kangaroo! Would highly recommend The Ridge for a relaxing getaway.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

6 Aug 2021

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Brilliant house fabulous location

Fabulous house well fitted out. Kitchen was well equipped with everything you could need. Dan is an excellent communicator and extremely helpful. Fire pit was great fun but you do need to order your wood. Will definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS L.

10 Jan 2021

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Magical, unique, cathartic

The moment we were approaching the house we could sense something special. The house is perfectly positioned with views as far as the eye can see. Beautiful mountains, hills, valleys and cattle await. We woke one morning to a Kangaroo outside our bedroom window with a joey in its pouch before hopping away. The fire pit was a great attraction every evening as we surrounded it mesmerised as the logs burnt away. This house has everything you really need. It also appeared to have its own weather pattern as it is so high above the local townships. We loved that the view with cloud formations, or fog/mist would continuously change never allowing the view to be the same. We loved that the property was off the grid with its own solar panelled electricity and water from the rainwater tanks. Some added surprises were the Australian King Parrots in abundance and the beautiful Green Tree Frogs which the kids adored. If you like star gazing go outside with no lights and look up. I doubt you will see more stars than this location particularly if you come from the city. Dan thank you so much for the experiences we encountered at The Ridge. It is evident that a lot of thought went into the design of the house. Well done. The biggest disappointment I suspect which most people would have is leaving. I would have liked to stay longer. A second visit is on the agenda.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

28 Oct 2020

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Amazing and relaxing

Very clean property, unbeatable views, very comfortable home.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

4 Oct 2020

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Birthday Celebration

Return visit to great accommodation well managed. We all had a great time. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracie D.

14 Aug 2020

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Stunning relaxation

This is our second stay at the Ridge and again it did not disappoint - beautiful house, beautiful views and beautiful location. Cannot fault - love it....

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lyn M.

15 June 2020

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Gloucster near Foster

Great place to stay with a large group of family and friends. Cooking facilities great. Outdoor seating is fantastic with a glass of wine watching the sunset over the hills. Short walk to town. Manager very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Shelley Y.

6 Oct 2019

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Peaceful and beautiful

We loved everything about this beautiful home and our fabulous holiday at The Ridge. The house located at the top of a hill has a tasteful decor. A fantastic house in a fantastic spot. Very clean and a lot of privacy. The kitchen was well equipped with all the essentials. When you are driving from the bottom up the hill, there are always a few wallabies jumping around. It is also very accessible to the town or bush walking and adventure centre. A huge thanks to the owner Dan for always promptly replying and providing wonderful service. We hope to come back to The Ridges one day!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bevan L.

10 July 2019

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Total bliss

I cannot recommend The Ridge highly enough. From initial booking to this morning’s departure, the experience has been A1. If you want total relaxation in a rural setting, look no further.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

2 Jan 2019

Perfect place with amazing views

Great place for family’s and has everything you need. Beautiful views and good communication from Dan.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

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10/10 Excellent

Tony F.

Great Country Escape

Tony F.

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan G.

Wonderful weekend away

Johnathan G.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Fabulous accommodation in beautiful setting.

Sharon L.

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Brilliant location

Tim S.

10/10 Excellent

Marta G.

The Ridge

Marta G.

10/10 Excellent

Blair D.

Outstanding home

Blair D.

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn P.

Glorious Gloucester

Kaitlyn P.

10/10 Excellent