Desert Hideaway - White Cliffs

Location: 39 Turleys Hill, White Cliffs, au

Star Rating: 9.6 Stars

Property Type: Holiday homes

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• BBQ facilities
• Non-smoking throughout
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Japanese garden
• Covered parking

Rooms Available

• Three-Bedroom House

  Featuring a private entrance, this spacious holiday home also consists of 2 living rooms, 3 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchen. The holiday home also provides guests with a barbecue. Boasting a patio, this holiday home also provides soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 4 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Kitchen
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Cleaning products
  • Coffee machine
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Socket near the bed
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher

Guest Reviews

• Sherryn (10/5): Enjoyed - Extremely lovely and clean plus great views
• Peter Freewater (10/5): -
• Jeanette (9/5): Great experience - beautifully styled, very clean, great host just needed a fan
• Norton (10/5): Excellent location, great host and super comfy - Clean and had everything we could need Hot hot hot -outside but that’s nature not the property
• paul (10/5): Best place I’ve ever stayed - Everything Nothing
• Ali (10/5): -
• Brett (8/5): Vety enjoyable - Quiet, comfortable, beautiful view.
• Lambertus (9/5): Great location to explore White Cliffs - Great underground house, very bright and white, very quiet A bit warm inside the bedrooms, not much Airflow
• Ivana (10/5): Highly recommend Desert Hideway. Host was amazing - Property was fantastic. Great location and staying in a dugout was amazing
• Hoang Ngoc Hanh (10/5): - Amazing host with lots of details and warm welcome; awesome and exotic place to stay; wonderful experience in the outback Nothing
• Momen (8/5): A unique once in a lifetime experience where you live underground in a cave! - Unique style accommodation inside a cave Lack of fans in single beds adjoining kitchen, slow internet
• Sue (10/5): Unique stay in underground accommodation and a perfect host and guide - We self-catered and the cooking utensils and appliances were certainly enough for our need considering we were in the Australian outback. Cold water in the fridge and a very welcome greeting from Sonia,. Nothing to not like - it was perfect. This was our second visit to Sonia's place and she is an excellent guide to the opal fields and beyond White Cliffs. A very exciting two days spent with our French friends who loved very minute of the stay in White Cliff, including the fact that Sonia helped us with extra petrol when the only service station was closed unexpectedly. High recommend a stay at Desert Hideaway.
• Sue (8/5): Fab - We spoke directly to the host beforehand and she was very obliging in accommodating our special requests, which were all about catering, and which is difficult to do in such a remote location. Shade in the outdoor area.
• Susan (10/5): A wonderful experience in a fantastic setting. - We had a bit of trouble meeting the host because Telstra was down and this made communication difficult. But it was all fine in the end. That's the only reason for the sad face review. Same reason for the wifi question. We loved the unique underground setting, and felt really relaxed. It was great fun. The pump for the water was rather noisy for the person in the front bedroom. Not a huge issue, just a comment.
• Lyn (9/5): -
• Ben (10/5): - Amazing place, in an amazing location.
• Andrew (8/5): - The underground experience as amazing No Aircon
• Melissa (9/5): -
• Trisha (10/5): - We really enjoyed staying in the dugout. It was clean, tidy, comfortable and well thought out for guests. I would highly recommend to others.
• Peter (10/5): Wonderful property & wonderful host - a unique experience. - Absolute one of a kind - a real “wow” experience. Despite the remoteness it had everything one would expect from an upmarket city property.
• Judy (9/5): A hidden gem that perfectly reflected our expectations of living in a remote opal mining town. - The experience was wonderful. Communications with the owner of the property were good and instructions to locate the property were excellent, including a video sent to us to let us know the way. This was important as the property is dug into the ground and not visible from the road. Access was easy and the place was bright, welcoming and very comfortable, despite it being hot outside. The wi-fi was good, beds (a few to choose from) comfy and we had no problems with anything.
• Nicole (10/5): Awesome place! So glad I booked it, hubby and son were pleasantly surprised! Thank you Sonia! - Sonia was amazing! Communication was above and beyond. I will be recommending this property to anyone wishing to see a different side of Australia! The underground dugout was clean and comfortable. The bed was comfier than our bed at home. Decorated beautifully and like a home away from home (only underground). Exactly as pictured. Not staying longer!
• Angela (10/5): Highly recommend! - Such a cool experience, very nicely detailed.
• Scott (10/5): - Amazing and unique property Nothing.
• Michael (9/5): Fabulous - A beautiful home. Very clean.
• Warren (10/5): - Sonia was a wonderful host and the view was spectacular, as were the eclectic living quarters.
• Marianne (10/5): A magical place to stay in an incredibly interesting location - We absolutely loved staying here at the Desert Hideaway, and we experienced what we think may well be the best of White Cliffs!! The dugout was beautiful, spacious, clean and very comfortable. It had everything we needed and more (including a speaker to play music). Designed to allow some natural light in, the dugout has a cosy ambience, even while you are mostly underground. After a week of rallying (for a Cancer Council fundraiser), we also appreciated the washing machine. Sunrise from the back door and the sunsets from the other side of the hill were spectacular. The communication from our host, Sonia was comprehensive, giving clear advice on staying locally (such as bringing your own groceries as supplies are very limited in the one general store). She also suggested things to do and gave interesting insights about life in White Cliffs. Sonia was incredibly warm, welcoming and helpful. We're so very glad we stayed at the Desert Hideaway. Sonia warned about this, however we were surprised that we had no phone reception at all in White Cliffs, despite using the Telstra network (with another company). The public phone in front of the heath service (and opposite the primary school) was a welcome way to reach Sonya once we arrived in "town" so she could escort us to her Desert Hideaway and show us around the property. The internet at the Desert Hideaway worked really well though once we had checked in, making up for the telecommunication challenges we initially experienced.
• Tracy (10/5): -
• Brian (8/5): Awesome dugout! - Great location, looking east to the night sky. Clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again soon.
• Pauline (10/5): Very comfortable. Home away from home. A wonderful experience to stay in an underground house. - Everything was perfect with the accommodation
• Anita (7/5): Unique experience - Beautiful little house. Unique We couldn't take our heavy vehicle to the door. Had to walk up and down steps from hill behind the house. There was little airflow Inside. Especially at night
• Linda (10/5): Outstanding dugout experience - Super cool dugout that used to be an old mine. Beautifully decorated. Super comfortable pillow top beds. Fully functional kitchen. Super large bathroom with hot water. Magnificent views in a nice quiet, private location. Sonia was a wonderful host, extremely helpful and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was exceptional. Thank you! Loved everything!
• Allan (10/5): -
• Graeme (10/5): Exceptional -
• Melinda (10/5): Such a fantastic experience, wonderful property and great host - We really loved staying in the dugout, it was clean and comfortable and unique. Sonja was a lovely host. The desert hideaway was brilliant - everything we hoped it would be Just be aware that if you don’t have a 4WD you will be fine to park at the bottom of the driveway if it doesn’t rain but if rain is forecast leave your car at the bottom
• Kafil (10/5): Exceptional -
• Dean (10/5): Wonderful - Such a unique experience if you are in Whitecliffs would definitely recommend this, such a cozy house to stay in. Sonia was such a wonderful host. Nil
• Ian (10/5): Amazing - Being welcomed and shown around the premises by the owner N/A
• Martin (9/5): Superb - Upon arrival we were meet at the property by host/owner “Sonja” ….what a delightful young lady. This property is unique, spacious, true to its photos and very welcoming. We throughly enjoyed our stay, it had everything one would want in this house/ location. Would highly recommend. Whilst staying ,Sonja took us out on a tour of the local area and Opal fields, she was very knowledgeable and the tour was well worth doing. Thanks for everything Sonja…. Follow your dreams.
• Gemma (10/5): Exceptional - Great dugout loved it so beautiful and great location and view
• Ashley (10/5): Exceptional - Sonia was very helpful and the dugout was warm and welcoming. Interesting tour of the area .
• Jannaa2 (10/5): A special experience - Have stayed here before and was wowed by Sonia's genuine desire for her guests to fully enjoy White Cliffs, and in the stylish way she has decorated and furnished the dug out. Was wowed again. This time we made sure to stay two nights, to soak up the special ambience. The tin opener was missing -- given the selection at the General Store, a tin opener is pretty important!
• Lindell (10/5): Fantastic! - Loved the views from above the hideaway, such a unique experience
• Simone (10/5): Exceptional -
• Angela (10/5): Unique White Cliffs Dugout - Such a unique property. The underground dugout was really comfy for the two of us and offered plenty of space to relax and cook. The sunset and sunrise were amazing! Sonia was a great host and gave us lots of tips as well as a ‘noodling’ experience and tour around the fields. Would definitely stay again. The property is faithful to the life of White Cliffs (and we loved that), so the kitchen and bathroom are functional but not fancy. Not necessarily a negative though.
• Andrew (10/5): Your very own hobbit home away from home and the chance to find Opal - Everything. Amazing dugout house with functional internet and lots of room. Amazing location. Sonia the owner was lovely and insightful about the area. Nothing
• Fabien (10/5): Exceptional -
• Gloria (10/5): A unique and interesting experience - Unique experience sleeping in an old mine Kitchen facilities good Sonias welcome and tour great
• Christine (10/5): Unique - Sonia (host) was great at communication and showing all that her accommodation offered. We found everything “easy peasy” and a suggestion to set your alarm for the stunning sunrise over the desert!!
• Murray (8/5): Very good -
• David (9/5): Superb -
• Bettina (10/5): Exceptional -
• Carolyn (5/5): I had no idea how creepy and eerie it would be staying underground. It was super hot and only a fan for cooling kitchen - It was clean and the host lovely. Gorgeous sunrise. Locals were very friendly. It was super creepy but that’s just my opinion. The milk supplied went out of date 9 months ago and was lumpy. We noticed the back up supplies stored in a shed where the average temp was 40 degrees.
• Helena (9/5): Superb -
• Allison (9/5): Superb -
• Katrina (8/5): We had a stay that was great fun, mostly thanks to Sonia. Had a great tour around and saw lots of in - Atmospheric accommodation in a dugout mostly underground. Sonia was an amazing host and nothing was too much trouble. Took us around in her own car Not enough drinking water
• Nicholas (10/5): Exceptional -
• Keane (10/5): Excellent we'll be back, loved everything . - The host Sonia was excellent met us and introduced herself and showed us around, explained everything. N/A
• Jerre (10/5): This was a great experience and I would highly recommend it to others! - Everything!
• Andrew (10/5): Exceptional -
• Richard (10/5): Exceptional - These dwellings created from disused opal mines are unique and very special. Desert Hideaway is comfortable and well equipped, and is a short walk from the basic shop and decent pub. White Cliffs is unlike any place I've ever been, you really have to see this place. Owner was very responsive when we had a small problem. Nothing, it was a unique experience.
• Lesley (10/5): Exceptional -
• Sanjai (10/5): Such a rare gem! - The underground house is incredible. By far the most unique and interesting accommodation we have ever stayed in. The surrounding desert landscape is magical. The host Sonia was fantastic, she was so responsive and helpful. There is nothing not to like about the property.
• Michelle (10/5): Perfect spot. - Sonias Dessert Hideaway was the perfect spot for a weekend getaway at Whitecliffs. It had everything we needed, was very clean and is so nice and homely. Sonia met us personally to give us the keys, show us around and tell us about the town. Sitting outside talking in the view was so lovely. Nothing, we were happy with everything
• Saju (10/5): Will do another trip again to stay at the same property - Excellent, clean and host very friendly and supportive.
• David (10/5): Terrific stay. Sonia was a great host. - Fabulous experience living underground. Great space with good amenities.
• Hannah (10/5): Unique. Stunning interia. Exceptional host. - It was a wow! Truely a unique experience to be remembered and retold. The host is an impressive lady who turned a rough cave into an upmarket home. Her tour and stories were fascinating and admirable. Can’t give enough praise for this property and will recommend to everyone. We loved everything.
• Claire (10/5): Great underground house! Beautiful views and the host is wonderful - Absolutely stunning property, very comfortable and spacious.
• Jonathon (10/5): Great experience living under ground, fantastic host. - It was a great experience, the house was beautifully presented and our host was very friendly and helpful. We had everything we needed and living underground was great, good constant temperature and very unique. The pub was spot on, good meals and cold beer, very friendly publican. Nothing at all, we thoroughly recommend this home.
• Shane (10/5): Great place and experiences! And the views were amazing - The place was amazing, Sonya was amazing, I was a pain and booked the room super late (was very lucky it wasn't booked already) and came and found me at the pub. Was an awesome place even tho we only stayed one night! Would have stayed longer if I could have!! We will be back!
• Greg (10/5): Fabulous experience living in a dug out. - Unique and very comfortable
• Lorelle (10/5): Amazing view and comfortable, unique place to stay. - This home was amazing!! A once in a lifetime experience of being in a dug out home with an amazing view. Very comfortable with everything you could need. The host was friendly and more than helpful. In a remote area this was a beautiful place. More than enough room for our family of 4. Miss 12yo loved her own 'cave room' and Mr 10 loved his open cave bedroom. The main bed was more comfortable than our bed at home! The whole place was styled beautifully. Totally worth spending a little more to stay here.
• Chris (10/5): Exceptional - Sonya was extremely helpful and we appreciated her allowing us to stay in this beautiful home. We enjoyed a wonderful sunrise and had an amazing experience in an interesting town. Nothing
• Cameron (10/5): Awesome accomodation option in White Clifds. Confomrtable with all the mod cons. - Everything Nothing
• Miles (10/5): Loved the stay at this property! - Clean, quirky and comfortable- had everything.
• Clare (10/5): Incredible once in a lifetime accommodation with an wonderful host! - Sonia was so friendly and helpful and had done the house up beautifully - once in a lifetime! Thank you so much for having us.
• Mark (10/5): Fab - Underground experience, decor No complaints
• Kylie (7/5): Good -
• Gina (9/5): Superb - Great dugout experience. Fantastic place to experience the outback night skies and sunsets.
• Natalie (10/5): Fantastic would definitely stay again! - It was very authentic underground, perfectly themed and Sonja was a great host.
• Aileen (10/5): We absolutely loved our stay in White Cliffs and the Desert Hideaway underground house. - Sonia met us at the caravan park so we could follow her to the house as it would have been difficult to find. After letting us in, she showed us around and explained how various things worked in the house. Sonia was very interesting and told us a lot about the town as well as where to find things. She recommended the underground mine tour which was fabulous as well as the white house tour and where to eat. The fact that we only stayed 1 night, it wasn't long enough.
• Steve (9/5): Superb - excellent home .. loved the sunset and meet sonia to obtain the keys . Great home for a family That we only stated 1 night
• Viv (10/5): Absolutely amazing stay we loved it - The property was absolutely amazing I liked everything
• Tracey (9/5): Wonderful place to stay - Very easy to meet up with the person who had the keys N/A
• Simone (8/5): We all enjoyed doing something very different to the usual vacation stay above ground. Very unique! - The experience of staying and sleeping in an underground home, with family - kids and grandkids. Also the info Sonia explained about the area and mining opal was very interesting.
• Kevin (10/5): Something we will remember for a long time to come. - Fantastic location, such wonderful sunset/sunrises, host helped with local attractions/tours. We left our towels there and our host organized their return to us. We only stayed for one night. You need at least two just to get a general feel for the area and do the tours.
• Bruce (10/5): We'd never stayed anywhere like this dugout! So much fun! - Absolutely unique accommodation! Staying in this dug out house was such fun - way beyond our expectations! We loved everything!
• David (10/5): Perfect way to experience White Cliffs - Great experience, host was very quick to respond and met at the property for a tour and history of the amazing house
• John (10/5): Fantastic Way above our expectations - The property was roomy,clean and well placed to take advantage of spectacular sunsets and sun rises. Local attractions were close and easily accessible Nothing
• Aaron (10/5): Brilliant - Friendly host brilliant location wish we stayed for 2 nights View is outstanding best outback experience EVER
• Sheree (10/5): Exceptional - The view was amazing the Dugout was clean & very cosy.Sonia our host was very informative & friendly.Would highly recommend the experience of staying in a Dugout
• Katie (10/5): Exceptional - Sonia was the most amazing and knowledge host. Thank you so much for spending time with us and explaining the opal fever. House was incredible, words can't describe it. You won't regret staying in this gem!
• Ross (10/5): Authentic experience of luxury opal field living - Fabulous house, so cosy and so unique!
• Nathan (10/5): Exceptional - 👍
• Hannah (10/5): Clean, bright and a great experience. - The experience of staying in a dugout. It was clean and bright. The view of the stars at night was spectacular as was the sunrise the next morning.
• Gabrielle (9/5): What a special and unique place! We had a wonderful stay and made lasting memories as a family! -
• Kristine (10/5): Amazing, unique and well equipped - Loved the remoteness and outlook Loved the quirkiness Loved the comfort Loved the owner Nothing. It was amazing!
• Kelsie (10/5): Exceptional -
• Heather (10/5): AMAZING - The whole experience from arranging to meet Sonia to receive the keys to having a super comfortable stay was above and beyond. Would have stayed longer if it wasnt already booked and will most certainly return. Nothing as it was perfect
• Anne (10/5): excellent - unique prioperty my phone didnt work in white cliffs and we had to seek help to contact host

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