Piccolino - Ein Schlafzimmer Haus, Schläft 2

Summary:
Piccolino offers a relaxing Australian bushland tiny house experience, just an hour away from Greater Blue Mountains drive, and 2-hour drive from Sydney. It is a self-catered Wolgan Valley luxury escape and private retreat where guests can enjoy the seclusion and ruggedness of the Aussie bush in comfort.

IMPORTANT NOTE: There is currently limited road access to the property. Please refer to Guests Access for more details before booking.

The Space:
Piccolino sits in the tranquil riverside community of Wolgan Valley, just 2 hour drive away from Sydney, with expansive escarpment views. Here, you can relax and enjoy the fire pit's warmth on chilly nights. One of the finest tiny house rentals and Wolgan Valley luxury escapes in the region.

Wollemi National Park, Glowworm Tunnel, and 7 Valleys Lithgow are just a few of the nearby attractions you can visit. With split air conditioning, a kitchenette including a microwave and portable induction stove, cooking equipment, a BBQ, bathroom facilities, and filtered drinking water.

The bathroom, follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a waterless eco-friendly compost toilet, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers), with water sourced from our rainwater tanks. We utilise natural resources and processes as much as possible to ensure we have a minimal impact on the environment.

If you plan to spend your farm stay NSW getaways here, we advise that you bring your basic necessities such as food and water during your stay with us. Thank you!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that this is a self-catered retreat with no opportunities to purchase food at Piccolino, but we supply essentials like ground coffee, organic tea, olive oil, salt, and pepper. With access in and out of the Valley limited at the moment, we strongly recommend that you purchase groceries in Lithgow or Wallerawang before you arrive. Thank you!

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the tiny house and its surrounding areas, including the bushwalk and mountain bike trails in the area.

PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING:

With the recent landslide last November 2022, the usual road into the Wolgan Valley via the Wolgan Gap has closed permanently. There is limited road access directly to and from the property. A temporary access road has been constructed, which is very steep and is currently restricted to residents 4WD vehicles only at limited times of day.

Please note that the access road is continually being upgraded, and these access conditions are continually being relaxed to accommodate better access into the Valley as the road conditions improve. The below conditions may change by the time of your stay. We will keep you informed as your booking approaches.

For guests booked at Piccolino, we have arranged for secure parking for your vehicle outside of the Valley in nearby Lidsdale. Your land host will contact you prior to your arrival to arrange to transfer you to and from your accommodation using their own 4WD vehicle. Transfer fees to the property are included in your cleaning fee. Due to current access availability, check-in time is between 3 PM to 6 PM. Any late arrivals will incur an additional fee.

Should you wish to explore other townships during your stay, you may arrange transfer directly with your land host which will incur an additional fee which can be paid on site. Please note that this is a self-catered retreat with no opportunities to purchase food. With access in and out of the Valley limited at the moment, we strongly recommend that you purchase groceries in Lithgow or Wallerawang before you arrive

The Neighborhood:
Piccolino sits in a small valley in Lithgow of New South Wales, just an hour away from Greater Blue Mountains drive with expansive escarpment views. One of the finest tiny house rentals and farm stay NSW getaways in the region.

Our local recommendations:

Food Scene

- Crib Room Restaurant offers a wide range of appetizing and nutritious Australian cuisine.
- The Blue Fox Lithgow is a local neighbourhood bar and restaurant that showcases the best of Central West has to offer.
- Lithgow Tin Shed is a café that offers warm and inviting atmosphere, great coffee and friendly service.
- 7 Valleys Lithgow has traditional and contemporary beers, excellent Australian wines and classic cocktails, meat from local farms, comforting homemade pizza, indulgent desserts and tasty sharing platters.

Sightseeing

If you're interested, we work with Wolgan Valley Eco Tours, an award-winning guided walking and hiking tour operator to provide bespoke experiences for our guests. Contact the host for further details.

- Wollemi National Park offers a dramatic setting for scenic walks, swimming, canoeing, and camping.
- Gardens of Stone National Park feature stunning rock pagodas, cliff lookouts, and breathtaking scenic views.
- Maiyingu Marragu is an indigenous site of importance to the area, featuring ancient rock art and towering pagodas.
- Blue Mountains National Park is a protected area with amazing rock formations, clifftop lookouts, and breathtaking hazy blue horizons.
- Glowworm Tunnel is a popular walking trail that is lit up by thousands of glow worms. Check the National Parks and Wildlife website for access details.

Getting Around:
Please read Guest Access for more details.

Other Things to Note:
- Wifi and mobile reception is unavailable
- The transfer fees to the property are included in the cleaning fee. Additional transfer will incur an additional fee which can be paid on site.
- Transportation service to explore other townships is not available from Friday to Sunday unless during emergencies. Kindly purchase your groceries before you arrive.
- No smoking allowed inside the tiny house
- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed
- Please help us keep the house clean by cleaning up after yourselves
- We are completely surrounded by National Park, so pets are not allowed on the property
- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge
- A small selection of firewood and firelighters are provided free of charge for use in the fire pit. Guests may collect kindling and small pieces of fallen timber on the ground. Guests are welcome to bring their own firewood if they plan to use the fire pit extensively. Please do not cut any trees or branches

Important note:

- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban
- In order to maintain the cleanliness and functionality of our compost toilets a minimum additional cleaning fee is applied for stays of 5 nights or more. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a hygienic experience during your stay.
- Due to the property's rural location, you may encounter inconveniences such as insects and animals during your stay. We have insect screens to prevent insects from coming into the tiny house. We recommend guests ensure they keep the main door closed.

Interaction with Guests:
Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.