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Trilby Station is a 320,000 acre working sheep/goat station on the banks of the Darling River in outback NSW. Situated 125 km from Bourke, 160 km from Cobar, 200 km from Wilcannia and 400 KM from Broken Hill on the popular Darling River Run tourist route. We offer 2 x fully Self Contained two bedroom cottages by the pool (the larger Overseer's cottage has a large fully enclosed yard while the Jillaroo's cottage backs onto the homestead garden), a 9 bedroom Shearer's Bunkhouse (twin rooms), 5 powered van sites and secluded river campsites. All accommodation is heated and air-conditioned and meals are available by prior arrangement. Activities include station Mud Map drives with detailed trip notes for self exploration, seasonal station activities, canoeing, fishing, yabbying, bushwalking, bird-watching, campfires and conference facilities/catering with a difference. Telstra Next G mobile phone coverage and pet friendly (pets must be on a lead at all times and male dogs desexed).
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The cottage has 2 comfortable size bedrooms 1 with queen bed the other 2 single beds. The bedrooms are separated by a living area which features kitchenette, small dining table, comfy chairs & satellite TV. No WIFI, Telstra NextG phone & data reception only.
There is a covered patio outside the entry with table & chairs, BBQ for outside dining & relaxing. Private toilet & bathroom is 5metres away outside the cottage. A fenced swimming pool is 10metres from the cottage front door. We opted for a meal package, all meals were nutritious, tasty & plentiful.
Liz the owner was very helpful thru' the booking process & rang us the morning of our arrival to advise of road conditions as there had been heavy rain across NSW with some flooding & road closures. In fact locals in Bourke the night before had told us that we wouldn't get through.
Helpful advice was provided for activities with-in the property & beyond. A true outback experience on the Darling River.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Response from LIz Murray, Owner at Trilby Station
Responded 10 Mar 2021
Glad you enjoyed your stay, particularly my meals.
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Trilby Station gave us terrific accomodation on the banks of the majestic Darling River. The Overseer's Cottage and garden were spotlessly clean, very comfortable and had all that anyone could need. The proprietor made us feel very welcome, provided us with tasty, home-cooked dinners and gave us helpful tips on what to see in the area and on the Station. The Darling River, the extensive billabong and whole outback landscape will never be forgotten.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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Response from LIz Murray, Owner at Trilby Station
Responded 10 Mar 2021
Appreciate you taking the time to leave feedback Chris, many thanks.
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We stayed at Trilby Station for a couple of nights with our camper trailer whilst doing the Darling River Run. Just wonderful.
Most of the sites are located along the Darling River with substantial separation between them. They come with fire pits and an initial supply of wood: each site has a pit toilet located nearby. You felt you were there by yourself - perfect.
It helped that the river was in flood and running at bank full level - a real privilege to visit at such a time.
Back at the homestead where other accommodation is available for those without caravan, camper or tent, Telstra mobile is available and there is also a good amenities block offering flush toilets and hot water showers.
Mud maps are available to do some 4WDing around the property filled with interesting information on the workings of the property.
Enjoyed are stay.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from LIz Murray, Owner at Trilby Station
Responded 24 May 2022
I appreciate you taking the time to review your stay with us Bob, The river and billabong campsites are looking extra good at the moment following rain and a full river. Cheers Liz
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After the recent rain in the area, we were so lucky that the roads were open for us to stay in Mitch’s Hut which contained everything possible for a great stay. We were very spoilt by Liz who appeared both afternoons delivering nibbles followed by a later visit of a lovely home cooked two course dinner. We used the mud map to follow the Darling River near the homestead and were amazed at the number of pelicans present on the river at the moment. I especially appreciated Liz’s booklet on the history of seven generations of the family and facts about Trilby Station. Thank you, Liz.
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Date of stay: May 2024
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We spent 2 nights in Mitch’s Hut and only wished we could have stayed longer. The cabin is very comfortable including a full kitchen and washing machine. There is also a BBQ. We opted for the dinner bed and breakfast option. Having a delicious home cooked meal with fresh vegetables after so many pub type meals across the Outback was very welcome. Liz delivers nibbles around 5pm, then the cooked dinner including dessert by arrangement. Ingredients are left for a continental breakfast and she delivers cooked eggs and bacon, again at an agreed time.
Although it was very cold when we were there we were able to enjoy fires in the outdoor fire pit and the clear skies which gave us a great view of the Milky Way.
The red tailed black cockatoos were prolific, noisy and fascinating to watch.
The mud map tour is so interesting and we really enjoyed the opportunity to explore and get a small appreciation of just how big the property is - it’s not often one drives along the fence line of a 10,000 acre paddock!
Hopefully we can return one day.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from LIz Murray, Owner at Trilby Station
Responded 24 May 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us in the cute Mitch's Hut, and thanks for taking the time to review here on TripAdvisor. My style of cooking is country, so lots of veggies - nothing flash but just good wholesome home cooked meals. Safe travels and cheers. Liz
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After 350ks of off road riding we were pleasantly surprised with the accomodation in the overseas cottage. We were greeted with homemade Anzac biscuits followed by lovely appetisers & roast lamb dinner. In the morning we had a fantastic full breakfast. We never wanted to leave. Thank you Liz and family for one of the top highlights of our adventure. I can highly recommend a visit to trilby station.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from LIz Murray, Owner at Trilby Station
Responded 24 May 2022
It's always a pleasure to see guests leave well rested and with full tummies, thanks for the review. Liz
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Our family of six (kids aged 5, 6, 9 & 12) stayed on a powered site for 5 nights and LOVED every minute! Liz welcomed us providing helpful information to aid our stay. The amenities were great and close by including a laundry, pool and camp kitchen. We thoroughly enjoyed the fire pit each night where we cooked most of our meals in a camp oven. Gosh the stars!! The wood was restocked daily so we had ample supply! We enjoyed fishing and yabbying in the river which was within walking distance of our van - Liz provided nets and bait for the yabbies. The Mud Map 1 was also a hit with all of us setting out on an adventure! (Mud Map 2 is for next time we stay!) It took us about 4hrs return with a stop for a picnic lunch by the dam while the kids caught yabbies. The kids loved seeing goats, emu’s, pigs and roo’s! We ventured out into the billabong on canoes provided by Trilby complete with life jackets. Recent flooding had the water teeming with wildlife - a must see! We also enjoyed a tour of Dunlop Station. The history of this area is just wonderful! The old homesteads, the shearing sheds and store - definitely worth adding to your time!
This place is such a great escape for the family, a must see for the history lovers and people interested in exploring the beauty of the outback 😊♥️
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Date of stay: April 2023
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What a gem! We stayed 2 nights at an unpowered camp site right on the Darling. We had nothing but praise for all aspects of our stay from booking via phone, Liz’s meet & greet on our arrival, the place pretty much to ourselves, great amenities & plenty of options for camp sites to choose from.
Everything has been thought of here. All you have to do is turn up, sit back, relax & take in Mother Nature at her best. Loved Liz’s “Trilby” rundown doc on arrival & the mud maps with such detail to easily follow. Caught plenty of yabbies for a feed & many fish to keep the blokes entertained (we catch & release - except for carp).
And Trilby has my pick for the “Best Bush Drop Dunny” EVER ! 😊
Get yourself here to experience life at its best!!!
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Date of stay: November 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from LIz Murray, Owner at Trilby Station
Responded 24 May 2022
Lovely to hear you enjoyed Trilby as much as we do, and when you love where you live its easy to showcase it to others for their appreciation. Safe travels, Liz
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Trilby was one of the most beautiful campsite we have been too!! On the Darling river it was well maintained, heaps of wildlife, sites are well spaced so you can enjoy the stars, quietness and to watch the pelicans!! Enjoyed driving to see all the campsites across the property on our way out!! Liz was warm and welcoming!! Must do camping spot!!
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:A lot of wild goats coming into trilby station -
Wonderful red dirt road coming in. Book ahead...
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Beautiful free camping with all the amenities close by .Liz does a wonderful job looking after all her guests whether it be free camping, powered sites or in onsite accomodation . If you get the chance go on a mud map of there property
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from LIz Murray, Owner at Trilby Station
Responded 10 Mar 2021
Thanks for taking time to offer your feedback, we're glad you enjoyed your stay with us and especially the property Mud Map tour. Cheers Liz
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Yes Erin, we're pet friendly... but just ask that you bring a lead for your pet in case they're inclined to chase the kangaroos, sheep, goats etc. cheers,Liz
Sorry for the slow reply.... only just noticed your question! Yes, we do allow pets but require them to be a lead at all times.
And unfortunately we don't consider 'pig dog' types as pets ( though their owners may.)
Cheers now,LIz
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