BUSHLANDS TOURIST PARK – Terms & Conditions/FAQs

Updated March 2026

Welcome to Bushlands we have a few important messages for you to ensure that everyone’s stay here is an enjoyable one.

Firstly, your booking and payment implies that you have read, understood and agree to our terms and conditions.

Cabins – Check is from 2pm. Check out is strictly 11am for all cabins on day of departure. You may be lucky we can check you in earlier, so please call and ask, all depends on previous booking. This time allows us to attend to and clean cabins thoroughly for the incoming guests. Strictly no check-ins prior to 11am – additional fee charged if required.

Camping Sites – Check in is from 1pm and check out by 12 noon please. Always call to see if you can get on site early, we shall always oblige if the site is vacant and we have already completed the morning park inspection/clean-up.

All bookings must include a phone number and email or postal address. A 50% deposit is required to secure all bookings and must be paid 4 weeks prior to your stay, with the balance to be paid on arrival by cash or card. We request that your Easter & Xmas bookings are paid in full 2 weeks prior. Your booking is not guaranteed until your deposit payment has been received and may be cancelled if deposit is not received by the due date.

Late check-in fees may apply after our reception is closed. Be sure to check our operational hours on your day of arrival and phone ahead so we can plan for you. After 6pm on any time there will be a $25 late check in fee where no arrangement has been made. Strictly no camping check in’s after 9pm to avoid disrupting the peace of other campers.

We have a minimum 3-night stay for Xmas & New Years and Easter and long weekends include Australia Day Long Weekend, June Long Weekend and October Long Weekend. This applies to all our cabins. We prefer also a 3-night stay on camping sites during these busy periods.

Preferred powered and camp sites will be on a first in first served basis, so be sure to pay your deposit to secure your preferred site. We cannot guarantee a particular site in busy periods, but we shall do our very best to get you onto your favourite site. We encourage groups to book early. Please note that over Easter, Xmas & October Long Weekends you will be booked onto a site and unable to pick & choose on arrival.

Cancellations – deposits are refundable up to 14 days prior to your booking, after that they will not be refunded. Please note that cancellations for Christmas, Easter and Long Weekends need a three-week notification for a refund on your deposit. We will not refund final payments during these peak times after two weeks – we may offer a credit under special circumstances.

There is no refund on early departures or change of mind. There is no refund if you have been asked to leave the park due to non-compliance of our terms and conditions and pet policy.

Quite time in the park is between 10pm & 7am – and we thank you for your cooperation and consideration of other park guests & residents in our local community.

Pets must be declared upon booking AND on arrival at the park. The Pet policy must be adhered to all times – see link here https://bushlands-windeyer.com.au/pet-friendly/; all dogs must be always on a leash. Pets are not permitted in the camp amenities block (bathroom & laundry). A pet bond of $150 is payable for any pets that have been approved for our cabins. This can be refunded only after inspection of your cabin on departure day and will be return via cash or bank transfer only.

Please declare all extra guests (in addition to 2 persons) on arrival. Additional persons over the age of 12 are charged at $10pp per night. First two children are free thereafter it is $10 per child per night regardless of age.

Any pets or additional persons found to be on grounds without being declared or by arrangement with management may be asked to leave. Guests of visitors must report to office on arrival.

Strictly NO SMOKING in cabins, camp kitchen, amenities block (bathroom & laundry) the general store/café and the recreation hall.

Our camp kitchen and amenities block are for all guests to use and enjoy. We ask that you clean up after yourself ready for the next guest. If you see anything that needs attention, please pop by the shop and let us know or give us a call! Our amenities block is serviced by our cleaners daily.

Campfires are permitted only in fire pits – we can provide you one, please ask at the shop. You must always have a bucket of water near the fire and be under adult supervision. You must observe any total fire bans. Campfires are NOT permitted during declared Total Fire Ban days. Please ask if you are unsure.

Locally cut quality firewood is sold at the park – please enquire at the general store. You are welcome to BYO but ask that you bring it cut as the use of petrol-powered chainsaws is disturbing to our guests who are seeking a quiet peaceful retreat and therefore, we will ask you not to use them!

Camp amenities block is open and available for any paying park visitors. Your day guests can use the toilets but not the shower facilities – showers can be paid for $5 each. The amenities block is cleaned daily please always observe the closed signs and wet floor signs. At this stage we do not have coded doors for our bathrooms and laundry.

Children under 16 are to be always supervised, and those under 12 are to be accompanied by an adult to the amenities block. Please ensure that children are wearing their helmets when riding bikes and scooters around the park – and stay within the park grounds. Bikes and scooters are NOT permitted in the amenities block.

Windeyer Recreation Grounds – across from the park and pub – now boasts a brand-new playground. Be sure to take crossing the road as our little village can be busy on weekends, and many farm trucks and vehicles are out and about.

Please drive slowly around the park be aware of other guests, children and pets and our wildlife – 5km per hour speed limit. We now have boom gates. Gate codes are for paying guests only please do not share your card. Additional cars will be asked to leave during our peak periods.

All guests/contractors/visitors must report to the office before proceeding into the park.

Please ensure you pack up your site and take your rubbish with you. There is a dump point is located on the western side of the park, and rubbish bins on the eastern side of the amenities block. We ask our guests to be mindful of their footprint, be sure to clean up after yourself and pets; limit your showers to 5 minutes or less to conserve water and energy, we have limited hot water in our amenities block, be sure to let other fellow campers enjoy the hot water. For those in cabins please turn off the heating/cooling if you are going out for the day, and before sure that air conditioners, heaters and light etc are in the OFF position before returning your key on the day of departure.

Anyone not following our rules/regulations or causing unnecessary disturbance in the park may be asked to leave. Fees will be charged for any excess cleaning or damage to sites and cabins, along with lost cabin keys.

Please note we are on BORE and RAINWATER TANK water in the park – whilst it is filtered, it is NOT treated or tested and may not be suitable for drinking. Water is available from our shop to purchase & we encourage you to bring your own.

The Emergency evacuation point at the front of the park on the grassy area next to our park sign and the prospector. First Aid Kits are at the office and hall. An AED defibrillator is at the shop. Park Owner Stacey is qualified to provider first aid.

Gold panning equipment is available to hire if you want to try your hand at a bit prospecting – please ask at the shop. Cost is $5 per kit, and we ask you to leave a $50 refundable deposit on return of equipment. You will need to sign for the kit and during busy periods we may impose a time limit. Kits are NOT to be taken off site, can only be used in Long Creek behind and within the park boundaries.

There is a table tennis table for all to enjoy in our camp kitchen. Table tennis bats and balls are available in the shop to hire, along with other outdoor & indoor games (A $20 refundable deposit required) Books, DVDs magazines are also available – check them out in our laundry. Ask at the shop for colouring-in paper for the kids. During school holidays we run craft and movies in the Historic Windeyer Hall -details at shop.

Gas refills and swap n go bottles are also available – please enquire at the shop.

Windeyer General Store is also a post-office if you need to purchase stamps during your stay. Watch this space – Bushlands Postcards coming soon!

Things to see & do:

The Shop & Cafe are open early and close late – hours are dependent on the season. Windeyer General Store is fully stocked with groceries, essentials and supplies, tobacco, bags of ice, drinks, ice-creams, snacks and local information and gifts. We are also the local community post office.

Café Hopscotch can be found at the shop! Coffee, Tea, Milkshakes, Iced Coffees, Toasties, & Biscuits are on offer! Look out for any weekend specials that include bacon & egg rolls, banana bread or muffins.

The Gold & Fleece Hotel next is open for dinner Thursday – Saturday, & lunch on weekends. Check out their Facebook page for more information.

https://www.facebook.com/windeyerhotel

During your stay you must take a stroll up to the Leaky Tea Cup Nursery which is next door to the pub, which stocks a range of plants, flowers, gardening accessories, and so much more you can check them out on facebook https://www.facebook.com/Leakyteacup

Mobile phone & internet is limited – Telstra coverage is fair! Please ask at the shop for a Wi-Fi password – best coverage is near to the shop/reception, and it is limited throughout the park. Please note our Train Carriage only has TV with DVD no WIFI or TV reception.

Historic Windeyer Hall serves as a recreation or conference hub. Check with reception for opening hours as it is subject to bookings. Activities may include music, craft, movie nights, trivia nights, footy on the big screen or read a book by a cosy fire. The hall is managed by our local community group W.A.T.C.H Windeyer All Together Community Hub – check the notice boards at the hall doors for any scheduled activities and check out their Facebook page for more information.

Pop in the Windeyer General Store here on site at Bushlands – we have a little information station set up so you can plan your stay with us. John and Stacey are happy to recommend places of interests and great places to eat in Mudgee.

Mudgee, Gulgong (The town on the old $10 note), and historic towns of Hill End, Sofala, Rylstone & Kandos are within a 45-minute drive. Plenty to see and do in all these towns! If you feel like venturing a little further, you could have day trip to Bathurst and other areas.

If you fancy some fishing, you can try your luck on the Cudgegong River at Lake Windemere or Burrendong Dam within an hour’s drive. Or head to Hill End via Hargraves to explore the historic township and then take a trip down the Bridle track (4WD recommended & not trailers/vans) and try your luck fishing on the Turon River.

There are many wineries in the Mudgee area to visit along with many other great days out. There are also many great places to eat in Mudgee – check out the brochures in store or ask us for our recommendations.

Mudgee Observatory is a fifteen-minute drive away – you will need to phone and book a session.

Souvenirs are available to purchase from the store.

We hope you enjoy your stay, if you need anything please ask. You can follow us on FACEBOOK – look out for the kangaroo!