Milhouse Berry, South Coast

Milhouse, Berry - 4pm check out Sundays and Public Holidays, except Summer Season

Milhouse is a beautiful country retreat set on 3.5 acres. It accommodates up to 19 guests (maximum 14 adults please), across 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. This beautiful property is only 1.5 kms from the heart of Berry. The original farmhouse was built over 120 years ago and is complemented by large living areas, indoor / outdoor spaces, beautiful gardens, a commercial kitchen, and a modern accommodation wing. Other features of this fantastic property include a tennis court (tennis racquets and balls not supplied), swimming pool, fire pit, pizza oven, herb and vegetable garden for guest use, ample parking, and beautiful grounds. 5 of the 8 bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and sitting areas for added privacy.

Please note - Milhouse has unfenced ponds and a running creek in its grounds, so please take great care with young children. Milhouse does not host weddings, however is a perfect option for wedding guest accommodation.

Strictly no parties at this property – please. You will be evicted if this rule is broken.

Summer Season 25/26 (19 December to 22 January)

7 night minimums apply for the 3 week blocks below. To book, select these exact dates:

- Arrive: Monday 22 Dec | Depart: Monday 29 Dec
- Arrive: Tuesday 30 Dec | Depart: Tuesday 6 Jan
- Arrive: Wednesday 7 Jan | Depart: Wednesday 14 Jan

For the rest of Summer Season, a 3 night minimum applies.

Where will I be?

Milhouse is located approximately 1.5km from Berry, taking 2 minutes by car or 20 minutes on foot. Seven Mile Beach is a 10 minute drive away.

Why choose Milhouse?

In the past, Milhouse was run as a traditional bed and breakfast. The property has been beautifully restored by new owners and is now rented as a large, single residence - perfect for a family gathering, corporate retreat, or a getaway for friends. The property has ample indoor / outdoor living spaces, and 5 out of 8 bedrooms enjoy ensuites and sitting areas, meaning that guests can enjoy more privacy than in a typical holiday rental. The picturesque town of Berry with its popular shops, cafes and restaurants is only a short drive away, as is Seven Mile Beach. Or if you stay at "home" you will be well catered for with a swimming pool, tennis court, games room, fire pit, vegetable garden, and beautiful grounds to explore.

How is the property laid out?

The main entrance takes you into a foyer area. Directly ahead you will see the outdoor terrace, complete with large outdoor dining setting. Turning left will take you into the original farmhouse, consisting of 2 bedrooms, a snug TV room, and a bathroom. Turning right takes you into the modern extension. The heart of the building is the large living, dining and kitchen area. A long hallway leads to 6 additional bedrooms. The house is serviced by a semi-commercial grade kitchen, complete with walk in coolroom. A separate freezer is located in the laundry. There are 5 en-suite bathrooms, and a guest toilet adjacent to the kitchen and main living room. The pizza oven and additional BBQ are located in the gardens, as part of the pool cabana.

Security at Milhouse

Please note that given the quality and nature of the Milhouse, there are several external cameras set up on the property for security and to monitor guest numbers. There are no internal cameras. The cameras do not have a live feed, however can be referred to if there are any issues that need further investigation.

Wi-Fi, Netflix, Pay TV – will I have it?

This property provides complimentary Wi-Fi and a password will be provided in your pre-arrival email. There is a smart tv in the living room so you can stream your favourite shows.

Please note however that neither the agency nor the owner can guarantee 100% that the Wi-Fi will work, and no compensation will be payable if problematic. If important, please therefore always have a back up plan.

What about outdoors?

Milhouse is set on 3.5 acres. There are extensive gardens which include a swimming pool, full sized tennis court and fire pit. There is a large outdoor patio with a gas BBQ and large outdoor setting. There is also a large vegetable & herb garden that guests are welcome to help themselves to. The pizza oven and additional BBQ are located in the gardens, as part of the pool cabana.

Please note - there is an unfenced creek and garden ponds on the property so young children must be supervised at all times.

Staying warm or keeping cool?

There is a wood burning fireplace in the open plan living and dining room. An adequate supply of firewood will be provided for the fireplace and outdoor fire pits. Thereafter, guests will be required to purchase additional firewood in Berry town.

The living area and all bedrooms except bedroom 8 have ceiling fans. There is air conditioning in most rooms.

The swimming pool is not heated.

What about sheets, towels and other supplies?

High quality sheets and towels are provided at Milhouse. Please bring your own beach towels.

Parking for cars, boats etc.?

There is parking available for 7 cars in the car park near the front door. An additional 10 vehicles and trailers can be parked in the empty paddock on the other side of the tennis court.

Is my dog or cat also welcome to stay?

Sorry, Milhouse is not pet friendly. Please check our website for other pet friendly options.

What are the minimum stay rules?

- Summer Season: Between 2 and 7 nights, depending on the property
- Easter: 4 nights
- Long Weekends: 3 nights
- All other times: 2 nights

Are there any special Summer Season rules?

Please note that during Summer Season, our properties may have designated changeover days so as to make the cleaning rosters manageable. We also do not schedule arrivals on the Christmas, Boxing, and New Years Day public holidays.

About The Holidays Collection

This property is professionally managed by a dedicated holiday rental agency with offices in Gerringong, Hyams Beach and Bowral. We have over 270 properties in Kiama, Gerringong, Gerroa, Berry, Huskisson, Vincentia, Hyams Beach and the Southern Highlands. We offer guests 24/7 customer service - emergency calls only after hours, please.