About Hartvale Cottage
Hartvale Cottage is a private cottage for two adults set about 100 meters from the main house in Hartvale Gardens, a five-acre cottage garden at the base of Mount York in the Hartley Valley. The garden was designed by a builder and an artist, and is planted with lavender, penstemons, salvias, roses and dahlias, with a potager, kitchen garden and small hothouse. It is part of the Central Tablelands Garden Trail and looks its best in spring and autumn (September–November and March–May).
Inside, the cottage has high ceilings, a big picture window toward the valley and the Mount York escarpment, a fireplace, a king bed, a full kitchen and a bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. A breakfast basket is included, and there are two verandas, one with a barbecue.
Guests can wander the garden and picnic under the big oak by the dam, where ducks gather and kangaroos often come by. A visit to the on-site art studio of Jennifer Edwards can be arranged when you book. Bring bicycles if you can: the country lanes lead to historic Hartley village, with 17 sandstone buildings dating from 1837.
Blue Mountains Lavender is also in Little Hartley, only a few minutes away, though it has said it is not opening to visitors for the 2026/27 season.
What to do
- Walk the five-acre garden of lavender, roses, salvias and dahlias
- Picnic under the oak tree by the dam and watch for kangaroos
- Arrange a visit to the on-site art studio
- Cycle the lanes to historic Hartley village
- Soak in the tub, then light the fire
Season, hours and prices
- Season
- Open year-round for stays; the garden is at its best in spring (September–November) and autumn (March–May) (Southern Hemisphere)
- Hours
- Check-in 2 p.m., check-out 11 a.m.
- Admission
- A$425 per night as published on their website in 2026; two-night minimum; breakfast basket included
Good to know
- Reservations
- Required (request through the booking form on their website)
Tips for your visit
- The cottage is set up for two adults; ask the owners about anything else before you book.
- Mention dietary needs on the booking form so the breakfast basket suits you.
- Spring and autumn bring the garden's best color, so book early for those months.
Pair it with a lavender farm
Blue Mountains Lavender · about 5 minutes away
Blue Mountains Lavender is a few minutes away in Little Hartley; it is not opening to visitors for 2026/27, but the cottage garden has its own lavender.
Getting there
Questions
Is breakfast included at Hartvale Cottage?
Yes, a breakfast basket is included with your stay.
Is there a minimum stay?
Yes, two nights.
How many guests can stay?
The cottage is for two adults.
🗺️ Part of the guide Things to Do Near the Lavender Farm of the Hartley Valley & Blue Mountains, New South Wales
Checked in October 2026 against the business’s own website and local tourism pages. Hours and seasons change, so check with them before you go. How we check listings · Is this your business? Claim it free
