Bellingen Converted Church
Highlights
- Explore the spacious retreat with Balinese-inspired décor and panoramic river views across four acres of lush land.
- Gather with loved ones in manicured gardens, featuring a barbeque area, hammock, and a relaxing Balinese daybed.
- Unwind in the outdoor shower or around the stone firepit, perfect for winter evenings under the stars.
- Bring your furry friends along to this dog-friendly haven, ensuring no one gets left behind on your getaway.
Originally built in 1882, this stunning church has been transformed into a spacious retreat, accommodating up to 12 guests right on the Bellinger River.
The open-plan layout, with Balinese-inspired décor, offers panoramic views of the Bellinger River across four acres of lush land. Ideal for wedding parties or gatherings, it boasts manicured gardens, a pool table, barbeque area, hammock, and Balinese daybed. Two loft bedrooms and a media room with extra beds provide ample sleeping space, complemented by a private main bedroom with ensuite.
Enjoy modern amenities like a gourmet kitchen, hotel-quality sheets, and a new bathroom with original church windows.
Outdoors, indulge in an outdoor shower, stone firepit (perfect for winter), and soak in the tranquility of this unique setting.
At Bellingen Converted Church, they know your four-legged friends are part of the family—so why leave them behind? The accommodation is dog-friendly, giving you the chance to share your getaway with your best mate.
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Features
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Employs people with disabilities.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
- An appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog is available.
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- TVs with captioning option is available.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Linen that is chemical and fragrance free (if requested).
- Uses organic (chemical and fragrance free) cleaning products.
- Uses organic (chemical and fragrance free) deodorisers in public areas and rooms.
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