Hatter's Hideout CAVE and Lodge

Cave in Bell, Australia

  1. 16+ guests
  2. 6 bedrooms
  3. 13 beds
  4. 4 baths
Hosted by Mark
  1. Superhost
  2. 14 years hosting

Listing highlights

Outdoor entertainment

The outdoor kitchen, firepit, alfresco dining and bbq area are great for summer trips.

10-min drive to Blue Mountains National Park

This home is near the national park.

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.
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High on a mountain plateau at 1111m, one of the most unique stay experiences with access to a natural sandstone cave.
Unique hand-built lodge and environmental retreat on 8 private acres of Blue Mountains wilderness. The Cave is 20+ metres high, wide and deep with natural acoustics. Sleep in Lodge or Cave!
Accommodation for groups of 8 to 20 people.
Minimum booking: 8 people/2night stay;
Public holiday long weekend minimum: 8p/3nights.
We welcome your Booking Request today!

The space
Hatter's Hideout transects a deep mountain gorge with panoramic views from the front deck across vast canyons in the Wollemi and the Blue Mountains world heritage listed areas.

THE CAVE

Set amidst towering escarpments, the Hat Cave is a huge sandstone cathedral, sculpted by nature to provide an ideal bushland retreat for modern cave dwellers (troglodytes). The natural acoustics are a musicians dream.
NB Due to a minority of irresponsible guests who have ignored my requests to minimise volume, speakers are now limited to re-chargeable portable speakers ONLY...Speaker systems that require 240v power are not permitted.

It has been carefully developed using minimal impact construction and facilities to ensure the environment remains as pristine as possible for future generations to enjoy.

CAVE FACILITIES

Camp fire with kindling and 20kg wood. Gas barbecue; ice box; tables and chairs. Solar powered lights for reading, cooking etc.; candles for intimacy. Rainwater on tap for cooking and washing up. Kitchen sink, utensils and basic cooking condiments. Composting toilet. First Aid Kit.

The 25 metre high arched opening faces north west with wind and weather protection by a grove of coachwood trees and 30 metre tall carved rock columns known locally as "pagodas", a predominant feature in the primitive landscape.

LODGE

A spacious mountain lodge with 5 Bedrooms and Loft, hand crafted in a classic Australian style featuring artistic decor and views over the spectacular Wollangambe wilderness and Wollemi World Heritage Area from most rooms.

BOOKINGS INCLUDE

As soon as you arrive and hour before sunset, we lead you on interpretive “Bush Walk & Talk” to the Cave to introduce you to the environs, facilities and “minimal impact” philosophy of Hatters Hideout.

Exclusive use of the lodge that sleeps 14 in beds, 6 floor mats. The 3 story lodge has three bedrooms, two king, one twin with a large loft with 2 single beds. Two new ensuite bedrooms with 3 single beds in each add 6 extra beds. The lodge has 3 lounge rooms, 2 bathrooms, well-equipped kitchen, dining room, wilderness views and a 4+ star luxury rating. The new games room is across from the lodge next to the undercover Hopera house and fire pit.

Private use of the Cave, which is a 10 minute / 500 metre walk. It is well equipped for a group picnic or party and can sleep 10 people in natural luxury with camping gear provided, but you would need to be keen campers in the winter months. Gas for the BBQ and 20kg of firewood for the campfire are provided.

Hatter's Hideout is ideally designed for groups of up to 20 (some may camp in the cave!) to have exclusive use of a unique bushland property with outstanding natural facilities.

Hatters Hideout Cave & Lodge Rates:
Minimum 2-night stay for 8 guests (we have 8 beds in the lodge, plus a further 6 in two additional ensuite rooms & can accommodate a total of 14 people in beds. The extra guests above x14 (up to 20) have floor mats with sleeping bags/linen provided). Or you may choose to stay in the Cave which comfortably accommodates 10 people with mats and sleeping bags provided, or BYO. Please book for minimum of 8 adults/2 nights when you choose your dates. Extra Guest Fee: After the first guest, price is $100.00 per person per night.

Guest access
Guests have exclusive use of the Cave and Lodge.

Other things to note
At 1111 metres altitude, remember "if you don't like the weather up here; wait a minute" so bring warm clothes even in summer.

Registration details
PID-STRA-4586

Where you'll sleep

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What this place offers

Mountain view
Valley view
Kitchen
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

Accessibility features

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7 nights in Bell

3 Jan 2024 - 10 Jan 2024

Rated 4.95 out of 5 from 261 reviews.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Bell, New South Wales, Australia
This listing’s location is verified and the exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighbourhood highlights

The ever changing dramatic spectacle of the sky over the wilderness still excites me after having lived here for most of 35 years.

Meet your host

Superhost
558 reviews
4.89 out of 5 average rating
14 years of hosting
My work: builder by day, tourism host by desire
Speaks English
Your host, a resident hatter, has hand built a haven on his property and is very keen and capable of making your visit to the Blue Mountains a totally unique experience.

Mark is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Checkout before 12:00 pm
Pets allowed
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
Heights without rails or protection
Smoke alarm