Wisemans ferry inn is a wellknown landmark in the hawkesbury district. Kate grenfells novel the secret river is somewhat based on solomon wiseman and cobham hall. As well as a rich convict and colonial heritage in the area, the dharug. St albans historic convict built hotel hawkesbury valley settlers. The retreat offer a variety of accommodation situated on a their beautiful 50 acre property in wisemans ferry. The ferry is named after its founder, solomon wiseman, a former convict 17781838, who received a land grant in the area from governor macquarie in 1817. Book del rio riverside resort, wisemans ferry on tripadvisor. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you. Wisemans ferry early 20th century the ferry is named after its founder, solomon wiseman, a former convict 17781838, who received a land grant in the area from governor macquarie in 1817. Local legend claims that it is haunted by the ghost of wisemans first wife, jane, said to have been thrown from the balcony in the heat of an argument over the woman who was to become solomons second wife, sophia warner nee williams.
Jul 29, 2014 wisemans ferry remained the principal crossing place for many years, until the opening of the hawkesbury railway bridge in 1889. This address will take you to the webbs creek ferry. Wisemans inn hotel, wisemans ferry booking deals, photos. Yes, wisemans inn hotel does have fully refundable rooms available to book on our site, which can be cancelled up to a few days before checkin. The secret river is an awardwinning novel by australian novelist kate grenville, who is wisemans great great great granddaughter.
Have fun with onsite activities such as volleyball, and practice your swing at the golf course. Stay a day or two in one of the hotels heritage rooms or in the motel adjoining the hotel. Wisemans ferry post office opened on 1 january 1857. We were truly amazed at what we found great scenery, wonderful history and heritage, and such a brilliant drive so close to sydney. When it comes to mandarin picking wisemans ferry is the place to be. When making the booking we were encouraged to take a room in the motel units outside.
The book, the secret river, was written by wisemans. We drove wollombi rd on 15 march 2020, from wisemans ferry to singleton. Wisemans inn wisemans ferry 2021 all you need to know. Found in the heartland of the hawkesbury river is the quaint river settlement of wisemans ferry, about 60km northwest of sydneys cbd. Accommodation in western sydney wisemans ferry nsw 2775, compare hotel bookings from many wisemans ferry properties, book with the owner at airliebeach. The best wisemans ferry camping of 2021 with prices. Wisemans ferry is in the central coast region of new south wales in australia understand.
The true story of solomon and jane and the other woman is, however, more interesting than the legend. Walk on the wild side where the hawkesbury river meets our. Wisemans ferry is unique with its courthouse cave, convict built road and carved stone lions that guard the old stone steps of the inn. This will be followed by an informal invitation to attend the bowlo for a drink and dinner at the wisemans ferry inn at 7pm. The ferry operates from the eponymous community of wisemans ferry on the south bank, to a point on the north bank downstream of the hawkesbury rivers confluence with the macdonald river, connecting with the old great north road.
Cobham hall tour wisemans ferry forgotten valley five star. Wiseman established the ferry service in 1827 for the transport of produce and provisions to the convicts building the great north road to link sydney with the fertile hunter valley. Conveniently located in wisemans ferry, wisemans inn hotel is a great base from which to explore this vibrant city. Wisemans ferry inn located on old northern road this is the site the building has been altered over time but much of the original still remains where, in 1826 solomon wiseman built himself a.
Events archive wisemans ferry forgotten valley five. Sleeping in the most haunted building in nsw the skeptics book. Close to all facilities including the historical pub, lovely grounds and friendly, helpful staff. What is there to do at retreat at wisemans and nearby. Wisemans ferry is one of the loveliest simple day trips away from sydney, read our full list here. The town called wisemans ferry, new south wales, australia is named after.
Wisemans ferry inn hotel, wisemans ferry, new south wales, australia. Accommodation western sydney wisemans ferry accommodation. Although these rooms only have two single beds, they had the attraction of an ensuite bathroom rather than shared facilities and the room was not. Wisemans ferry is a tiny settlement on a dramatic bend on the hawkesbury river. History archives wisemans ferry forgotten valley five. Then you drive across the ferry, turn left and follow the tarred road about 23km to del rio.
Established by an exconvict in 1817, and positioned on the hawkesbury river, one hour north of sydney, this small town offers an ideal day trip to the countryside with colonial architecture, history, parks and picnics by the river. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the citys mustsee destinations. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. Initially intended to be a work of nonfiction about wiseman, the book. Sleep, eat and play the way the locals do in a hotel that reflects the neighbourhoods flavour. Wisemans ferry inn hotel wisemans ferry forgotten valley.
The hotel dates from 1827 and is situated in the town itself. But it makes a wonderful and very easy weekend away from sydney too. Wisemans ferry inns true story more interesting than dramatic myth. Boasting an atm, this property also provides guests with a childrens playground. Hawkesbury river accommodation 4 star retreat at wisemans.
By 1821 wiseman had established an inn called sign of the packet on the. Wisemans inn wisemans ferry oppdaterte priser for 2021. Book wisemans ferry accommodation through wotif and get access to the sights, attractions, arts, culture and nightlife the locals love, all wrapped up in the neighbourhoods distinct personality. Nearby restaurants include wisemans ferry inn hotel bar 3min walk, convict road kiosk 8min walk and wombat cafe 5. Wisemans ferry inn a place with a colourful history dating from 1826. Wisemans ferry used to be the main land route from sydney to newcastle. The wisemans inn hotel still retains all the charm and heritage of its time and is now run and operated by former australian wallaby bill young. Wisemans inn has a restaurant, bar, a garden and terrace in wisemans ferry. The twostorey homestead features four spacious guest rooms, comfortably sleeping 8 guests. Welcome to a new and purpose built bed and breakfast one hour from castle hill in sydney and two hours from the cbd in the area of wisemans ferry. Surrounded by beautiful national parks dharug to the north and east, yengo to the northwest, cattai to the west, and marramarra to the south wisemans ferry is an idyllic town on one of the countrys most famous waterways. Now run and operated by former australian wallaby bill young, you can be assured of some great country hospitality when you call into the wih.
Nearby restaurants include wisemans ferry inn hotel bar 3min walk, convict road kiosk 8min walk, and wombat cafe 5. Wisemans ferry inns true story more interesting than. Mar 10, 2016 the wisemans ferry inn is rumoured to be haunted by the ghost of jane wiseman, stories vary but some believe she was either pushed or fell from the balcony of the inn and died on the steps. This will be followed by an informal invitation to attend the bowlo for a drink and dinner at the wisemans ferry inn. Kate grenfells novel the secret river is based on this home. The town is nestled at the confluence of the hawkesbury river and the. As the name suggests, there are some car ferries here that will take. The wisemans inn, perched on the banks of the hawkesbury river since 1827 serves as the epitome of classic australian pubstyle accommodation. Book wisemans inn hotel, wisemans ferry on tripadvisor. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Your hosts primrose and roy, constructed a dwelling for the 21st century that reflects the history of the property as well as their own interests and conserve the views and aspect of the historic. Situated on a welcoming farm near wisemans ferry, this beautifully restored early 1800s sandstone home and former inn was built by the first convicts.
Events archive wisemans ferry forgotten valley five star. Our hawkesbury river accommodation ranges from overlooking the pool, the golf course, the landscaped gardens and the village. Chaseling, rd, webbs creek, wisemans ferry nsw 2775. Ghost stories, convicts and more at wisemans ferrys historic inn.
He is also the inspiration for the secret river, a novel written by his great greatgreat granddaughter kate grenville. George mollison, solomon wiseman, bushrangers and land title confusion, oughtershaw press, riverview, 2014 isbn 978 0 9593420 9 3. Sep 27, 2019 wisemans ferry inn licensee gary flynn reckons up to 80 per cent of the customers dropping by for a pitstop at his bar on the weekends are tourists but you dont have to be from outside of the hawkesbury to enjoy the beautiful location. And a veteran ghost hunter has recommended wisemans ferry inn as one of the states most haunted buildings. The ferries at wisemans ferry and webbs creek wisemans. Watch the beautiful sunsets, catch a fish, go for a swim, read a book, smell the inviting. Apr 06, 2019 wisemans ferry things to do on a day trips or a weekend away. Newport wisemans ferry 87km wollombi 101km singleton 74kms. Contradicting this story it appears that jane wiseman had died 5 years before the inn was completed. Have fun with onsite activities such as volleyball, and practise your swing at the golf course. A significant portion of the 150 acre farm is designated to our equine friends and their needs.
Cobham hall is now known as the wisemans inn hotel. Dont miss the chance to sign the visitors book halfway up the hill. Check wisemans ferry hotel prices tonight jan 30 jan 31 check prices in wisemans ferry for tonight, jan 30 jan 31 tomorrow night jan 31 feb 1 check prices in wisemans ferry for tomorrow night, jan 31 feb 1 next weekend feb 5 feb 7 check prices in wisemans ferry for next weekend, feb 5 feb 7. There is a public boat ramp at wisemans ferry and two vehicular ferries that take the.
Our 150acre hawkesbury river property provides endless possibilities for finding your adventurous side or enjoying a restful. The crossing is 366 metres 1,201 ft in length and takes approximately 4 minutes. Horse enthusiasts are certain to enjoy all cross park has to offer with horse riding farm tours, horse hire for events, horse facility hire and an equine agistment programme catering to all equines, from performance horses to pregnant mares and retired steeds. Be it by car or foot the ferry runs 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Ferry at wisemans ferry old northern road this ferry is one of two cable ferry crossings in the community of wisemans ferry, the other being webbs creek ferry, which crosses the hawkesbury river to a point upstream of the confluence with the macdonald river. Sydney to wisemans ferry drive play by the water on this.
Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. The wisemans inn offers pubstyle accommodation with 11 rooms and excellent facilities in the heart of wisemans ferry and is ideally located wisemans ferry accommodation. Wisemans ferry is a town in the state of new south wales, australia, located 75 kilometres north northwest of the sydney central business district in the local government areas of hornsby shire, the hills shire, city of hawkesbury and central coast council. The playground in wisemans ferry park is a wonderful mix of modern climbing nets, slides and swings, as well as stepping stones and balance beams made from rough hewn logs and sandstone blocks. Know your history wisemans ferry the kuringai examiner. Established in 1827 the wisemans inn hotel still retains all the charm and heritage of its time. The crossing has remained in use on its current site since 1829, making it the oldest ferry crossing still in operation in new south wales, and possibly in australia. We booked into the wisemans inn for a couple of nights while we were catching up with family staying in the area. Solomon wiseman 16 april 1777 28 november 1838 was a convict, merchant and ferryman.
All guest rooms at wisemans inn feature air conditioning and a wardrobe. Wisemans inn, wisemans ferry updated na 2021 prices. The town is a tourist spot with picnic and barbecue facilities. The missions 1937 wisemans ferry forgotten valley five. Close enough to sydney to escape the grind at the last minute, yet far enough to immerse in the relaxed atmosphere of nature. Wisemans ferry is a cable ferry across the hawkesbury river in new south wales, australia. In 1817 he was granted a lease of 200 acres on the hawkesbury river at lower portland head, which later became known as wisemans ferry. You are invited to meet with the minister and me to share your stories about how the floods have impacted on your homes, businesses and community.
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