Accommodation:  Merribee comfortably sleeps 18-20, between the main house, which accommodates 3 doubles (plus 2 singles off one of the double rooms); the adjoining self-contained cottage/studio, which accommodates another 6 singles and one double; and the Granary (silo) which accommodates one double (plus 2 small singles for children).  Main house has wide wrap-around verandas.  There are 3 bathrooms internally and one outdoor toilet. 

Dining & entertaining:  Indoors - the main house incorporates a large open-plan gourmet kitchen/dining, with a kitchen table that seats up to 14; superior SMEG appliances; and coffee machine. The following items are complimentary and may be used during your stay: gourmet sauces and additives; gourmet pastas; rice, sugar and flour. Milk & butter not provided.  Outdoors - there are two dining areas (with seating for up to 20), including an outdoor brick fireplace; BBQs (x2), dining furniture, deck chairs.  Pick lettuces and seasonal vegetables from the garden and orchards, and cut flowers from the gardens all year round. 

Garden & grounds - Merribee's gardens and grounds were designed and planted by James Thompson, a local professional landscape designer with international organic horticultural qualifications. The garden has been included in Australia's Open Garden Scheme.  Plants have been selected to flower during the whole year, with an emphasis on colourful blooms, foliage and scents.  The garden is known for it's diversity of varieties and includes a large number of heirloom and heritage plantings.  Birds and insects (including Merribee bees) are plentiful in the garden.  Much of the garden was planted within the last 10 years, and is being constantly upgraded under James' supervision.

Wedding & events - The property offers plenty of options when planning small or large-scale events.  Guests may use the different garden areas (outdoor rooms) for small informal dinners and cocktail parties, right through to formal functions with seating for 150 guest.  We have two large lawn areas used for marquees by event hire suppliers.  We have on-site parking for up to 8 cars, plus off-site parking for another 40 vehicles;

Play & Relaxation Play tennis on the private court, volleyball, boules, table tennis, or other games and books; listen to Music and TV entertainment facilities. Easy river and beach access - beachcomb on remote Comerong Island; stroll along the banks of the Shoalhaven River under the Flame Trees; or fish amidst the scenic estuaries and waterways of Jervis Bay.

Equipment List - Barbeques (2); Cooking Facilities; Microwave; Refrigerator; Dishwasher; Coffee plungers; CD/Stereo player; Open stone fireplaces (indoor & outdoor); Gas heating; Games lounge; Television; Video Player; Iron and Ironing board; Washing Machine and dryer; Tennis court; Volleyball; Table tennis; Boules & badminton sets.  Good mobile/cell reception.