Capertee Homestead - 'Port Macquarie'
Capertee National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Capertee Homestead - 'Port Macquarie'.
Getting there and parking
Capertee Homestead is in the northern part of Capertee National Park. To get there:
- Turn on to Port Macquarie Road (unsealed) from Glen Alice Road
- From the locked gate on the park boundary, follow Port Macquarie Road for 5km
- Upon arriving at Capertee River causeway, cross the river and take the road on the right to the cottage and homestead
Important: Follow the instructions and the map provided by NPWS. Don't use Google maps or GPS as this will give you an incorrect route and you may not be able to access the property.
After booking you'll get a code to open the park boundary gate and a door code to access the cottage. Contact 1300 072 757 if you have not received your codes.
Road quality
Please be aware that the homestead is accessed by crossing Capertee River via a causeway. At times of very heavy rain, flooding may occur, preventing access to and from the homestead. Check the weather before you set out or contact Mudgee office.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Capertee Homestead.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Capertee National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
The cooler autumn months are an excellent time for walking and mountain biking the trails and tracks within the park.
Spring
Grab your binoculars for some superb birdwatching. You might catch a rare glimpse of the endangered regent honeyeater as it builds its nest.
Summer
Enjoy a relaxing picnic on the shady banks of Capertee River.
Winter
Enjoy a car tour of Capertee while taking in nearby Wollemi and Goulburn River National Parks.
Facilities
- The homestead is fully furnished with 4 bedrooms, a separate external bedroom, kitchen, dining room, living room and 2 bathrooms with showers and toilets.
- Sleeps 10 people in 4 bedrooms: 1 Queen bed and 1 single bed, 1 Queen bed, 1 Queen bed and 1 single bed, and 2 single beds.
- The separate external bedroom sleeps 4 people: 1 double bed and 2 single beds. There is a heater in this room.
- You need to bring water for drinking and cooking. Hot and cold water suitable for washing and showering is provided.
- Please leave the homestead clean and tidy and report any breakages, damage or maintenance issues to the Mudgee office.
Toilets
- Flush toilets
Barbecue facilities
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
Showers
- Hot showers
Electric power
This property is connected to mains power.
Balcony
There's a wrap-around verandah.
Outdoor furniture
Indoor fireplace
The living room has a wood fire heater. We provide 1 small bag of firewood and 1 small bag of kindling for the wood fire heater.
Kitchen
The kitchen has a fridge and freezer, gas oven, toaster, kettle, dishwasher, crockery, cutlery, glassware and tea towels.
Plates and cutlery
Bed linen
Bed linen, towels, duvets and pillows are provided.
Air conditioning
Ducted air conditioning
TV
There's a TV and DVD player but no TV reception.
Towels
Washing machine
Includes external clothes line.
Rubbish bin
Please recycle rubbish into appropriate bins.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
Prohibited
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
Park info
- in Capertee National Park in the Sydney and surrounds and Country NSW regions
Capertee National Park has a locked entry gate. If you're visiting during the day, get the gate code by calling Mudgee Office (weekdays) or Blue Mountains Heritage Centre (weekends).