Our Multi-Award Winning Hawkesbury Holiday Home

Welcome to Dido’s Place, our truly family-friendly holiday home in the Hawkesbury, just 90 minutes from Sydney.

Set on 9 private acres in East Kurrajong, Dido’s Place is our spacious, modern exclusive-use holiday rental designed for multi-generational families, two families travelling together, and special family celebrations.

Unlike most Hawkesbury accommodation, this home has been purpose-built for families with children so parents can relax while kids play safely, freely and happily.

⭐ Why Guests Love Staying at Dido’s Place

✔ Sleeps up to 11 guests + infant
✔ Rare family-friendly Hawkesbury accommodation
✔ Private acreage, exclusive use, no other guests
✔ Packed with inclusions so you can pack less
✔ Multiple award-winning property with over 100 consistent 5-star reviews

Operating successfully for over 6 years across major platforms, Dido’s Place has hosted 100+ families, earning repeat guests and winning many local awards for tourism and accommodation.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Designed by Parents, for Parents

From the moment you arrive, everything is set up to make travelling with kids easy:

• Cot, baby monitor, high chair & change mat
• Kids’ playroom full of toys & activities
• Outdoor activities and adventures to be had
• Fully equipped kitchen for family meals
• Plenty of space so everyone can spread out

No need to pack the kitchen sink! We’ve thought of everything because we’ve been there ourselves.

🌳 Outdoor Features (Kids Will Never Be Bored!)

• Private fishing dam (rods provided)
• Large outdoor hot tub under the stars
• Campfire with marshmallows (seasonal)
• Trampoline & open lawn for games
• Footgolf, cricket, croquet, archery, badminton & finska
• Water play area & sensory garden
• Magic potion stand & veggie patch
• Stargazing with telescope
• Alfresco BBQ & outdoor fire pit

🛋️ Indoor Comforts for All Ages

• Fully equipped gourmet kitchen
• Theatre room with popcorn provided
• Kids’ room with toys + Nintendo Classic
• Deep bathtubs for bubble baths
• Library with books for all ages
• Karaoke machine & board games
• Hotel-quality bedding for a restful sleep

Whether it’s movie or board game night, quiet reading time or family karaoke, there’s something for everyone.

🛏️ Sleeping Configuration (Up to 11 + Infant)

• Master bedroom: King bed + infant cot
• Midnight Fleur bedroom: Queen bed
• Equestrian bedroom: 2 single beds
• Alpaca bedroom: 2 single beds
• Theatre room: 2 sofa beds (optional)
• Children’s room: 2 sofa beds (optional)

Ideal for grandparents, parents and kids under one roof.

🌄 Things to Do Nearby

• Fruit picking at local orchards
• Horse riding & alpaca feeding
• Goat experiences
• Hawkesbury River kayaking & picnics
• Blue Mountains bushwalking & lookouts
• Scenic World & Zig Zag Railway
• Local wineries, cideries & cellar doors
• Farmer’s markets, galleries & boutique shopping

Maps and local recommendations provided. Stay in the heart of all the action.

🔌 EV Charging

A 15-amp outdoor power point is available for electric vehicle charging. (Guests to supply their own charging cable.)

🌈 Neurodivergent-Friendly Stay

Dido’s Place proudly welcomes neurodivergent guests and includes:

• Sensory toys & sensory garden
• Adult & child weighted blankets
• Visual timer
• Social Story and customizable upon request

Please contact us before booking if you’d like to discuss specific needs, we’re happy to help.

📍 Location

East Kurrajong, Hawkesbury NSW
Just 90 minutes from Sydney CBD, close enough for an easy drive, far enough to truly unwind.

✨ Book Your Hawkesbury Family Escape

Dido’s Place is more than just a holiday house, it’s a place where families reconnect, kids play freely and memories are made.

PLEASE NOTE: INFANTS 2 & UNDER ARE FREE. Please do not include them in your booking but send us a message so that we can include them in our preparations.

Dates book quickly, especially for school holidays, long weekends and popular wedding weekends.

👉 Enquire or book now to secure your stay at the most family-loved holiday home in the Hawkesbury.