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Belah Shearers' Quarters

Gundabooka National Park

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Overview

Don't feel like camping? Experience national park accommodation with a difference at Belah Shearers' Quarters in Gundabooka National Park, near Bourke in outback NSW.

Accommodation Details
Accommodation type Other
Where 893 Ben Lomond Road, Gunderbooka, NSW, 2840 - in Gundabooka National Park
Bedrooms 6
Maximum guests 12
Facilities Picnic tables, barbecue facilities, showers, toilets, electric power, balcony, kitchen, plates and cutlery, pots and pans, air conditioning
What to bring Drinking water, food supplies, bed sheets, blankets, pillows, towels, firewood
Please note
  • Check in after 2pm. Check out before 10am.
  • Bedding configuration: 6 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds
  • Additional guests may be allowed to camp at the property, with prior approval from the Bourke Area Manager (fees apply).
  • The shearers’ quarters is in a remote location so it's a good idea to pick up your supplies before you arrive. The nearest town is Bourke.
  • There is limited to no mobile phone reception in this remote location.

Not far from Bourke you can step back in time and stay somewhere a little different at Gundabooka National Park. Belah Shearers' Quarters was built in the mid 20th century to accommodate shearers when Gundabooka was a functioning sheep station.

Today, this heritage accommodation features 6 bedrooms, a verandah, kitchen, eating area, shower and toilet block, and can accommodate up to 12 people, making it ideal for larger groups.

While still maintaining its historic charm, Belah Shearers' Quarters today offers modern facilities including electricity, air-conditioning and an amenities block with hot showers.

Take a virtual tour of Belah Shearers Quarters captured with Google Street View Trekker.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info

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Google Street View Trekker

Using Google Street View Trekker, we've captured imagery across a range of NSW national parks and attractions. Get a bird's eye view of these incredible landscapes before setting off on your own adventure.

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