Thou Shalt Sleep In

Commandment #1: Rest. #2: Repeat.

A graceful space that turns downtime into a ritual.

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Old windows, new light ✨ Watch this 1887 beauty glow again — a reminder that restoration brings us back to ourselves. 👀💛

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There’s something quite enchanting and soothing about the way light moves inside these walls. Book your summer stay in this restored 1887 church link in bio.

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Don’t miss out - weekend bookings almost full. Same rate as school term! Book your holiday getaway soon - you’re worth it!

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Watch a transformation unfold, from worn to luminous, press play for a little magic.

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🎉 A Day of Family Fun in Stroud!
Get ready for a festival like no other, where music, laughter, and friendly competition take centre stage!

Join us at the Stroud Brick & Rolling Pin Throwing Festival for a full day of entertainment and old-fashioned fun your whole family will love!

👧 Kids’ Zone: Free face painting, Sweet Valley Petting Zoo & meet the Hunter Heroes
Competitions: Brick & Rolling Pin Throwing, Rubber Chicken Throw & more!
🎶 Live Music: No Control, Waratah Brass Band & Newcastle RSL Pipe Band
🍔 Food & Markets: Local eats, handmade crafts & tasty treats
🎭 Street Parade (10AM): Floats, school groups & vintage cars

📅 Saturday 15 November 2025
📍 Stroud Showground

🎟️ $15 Adults | $5 Kids | $30 Family Pass
⏰ Gates open 7AM | Tickets at the gate

Make memories, enjoy the music, and experience one of NSW’s quirkiest community traditions.

👉 Learn more: www.stroudbrickthrowing.com.au

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Stroud Bash & Bang

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More info here - https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/bash-and-bang

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🌿 Why We Use Airbnb (and Never Charge Cleaning Fees)

When we decided to share our restored heritage church in Stroud, we wanted more than just a booking system, we wanted a community.

That’s why we chose Airbnb. 💫

Read more here:
https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/post/airbnb-stroud-church-stay

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Step inside history. ✨

Lovingly restored, this 1887 Presbyterian Church in Stroud is now ready for its next custodian. With soaring ceilings, hand crafted brick foundations and walls, restored and double-glazed lead light windows throughout and bespoke interiors crafted from the original red cedar pulpit, this property is more than a home, it’s a soul-filled sanctuary.

Expressions of Interest close 7th November. Your chance to own a piece of living history.

📍 Stroud, NSW
📅 EOI closes 7th November
🔗 https://www.realestate.com.au/property-studio-nsw-stroud-149229756

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Remember, Remember the First of November 💥

Confession: I nearly spent the night re-watching Suits and pretending it was self-care.

Then I remembered… fireworks. And soaring ceilings. And that Stroud exists. ✨

Ten minutes up the road from the Bang & Bash - peace, soft lights, and ceilings so high you’ll rethink your life choices.

It’s like Netflix… but with better lighting and actual plot twists.

💡 The plan:

➡️ Fireworks first
➡️ Bubbles & stillness after
➡️ Bonus points if you bring someone who appreciates mood lighting 💃

So, are you team sofa and reruns, or team history, sparkles, and great acoustics?

⚡️ Book your stay for November 1st before the sparks are gone.

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The Stroud Road fireworks might have missed the September sky, but they’re blazing back on Saturday, November 1st. Think of it as a little early Guy Fawkes warm-up. All the sparkle, none of the gunpowder plots.
💥 Safely spectacular, close enough to feel the thrill (without singed eyebrows).

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More information here : https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/bash-and-bang

Is this you?

Find out more here https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/post/timber-that-remembers

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Looking for a romantic escape on the Barrington Coast?

Stay in Stroud’s heritage church, wander historic streets, or watch the sunset over Seal Rocks.

👍 Begin Your Love Story — your perfect weekend awaits.
Read more: https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/post/5-romantic-getaways-on-the-barrington-coast

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Have to acknowledge that sometimes there’s a cooking failure by a guest 🤷‍♀️ life happens - too easy too fix!

Here’s how to deal with it.

Romantic getaways or solo sojourns - accidents happen 😘

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Custom carpentry in luxury BnB

🔗 https://www.stroudchurch.com.au

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140 years of history.

A sanctuary restored.

A lifestyle ready-made.

This heritage listed church has been transformed with love, where timber floors remember generations past, and every guest adds a new story. A rare chance to dream bigger, live slower, and hold something truly timeless.

✨ Would you write the next chapter?

Stay Sunday Night Free - The Perfect Third Night Bonus

Make the most of your romantic weekend #visitnsw #airbnb #elopement #heritagestay getaway with our exclusive “Third Night Free” offer when you stay Sunday night at our luxury BnB. Here’s why it’s the ideal way to extend your escape:

🌟 Extra Night, No Extra Cost
• Enjoy 3 nights for the price of 2, your Sunday night stay is completely free when booking a weekend getaway.
• That’s more time to relax, explore, and indulge without stretching your budget.

🧘‍♀️ Unwind Without the Rush
• No need to check out early or face the Sunday travel crowds.
• Spend a lazy Sunday evening simply extending your unwinding ritual.

🍳 One More Gourmet Breakfast
• Wake up Monday morning to a fabulous gourmet breakfast, freshly prepared and delivered with care by Gourmet Delights By Mel.
• More time to savor local flavors and slow mornings.

🌿 Explore More, Stress Less
• Use the bonus night to:
• Visit nearby wineries or nature trails
• Book a spa treatment with Total Wellness Co
• Enjoy an early dinner at Three Birdies overlooking the scenic golf course
• No need to rush home! Extend your weekend into Monday with ease.

💼 Perfect for Remote Workers
• Need to log in Monday morning? Enjoy a peaceful, luxury setting to work remotely before heading back home refreshed.

Make your weekend count. Because two nights are never quite enough.

Find out more here: https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/romanticgetawaysinnsw

Cover photo by Laura Love and closing photo by @chrisgrayempire

📅 Book now and let Sunday be on us.

Nothing quite like an “unplanned” detour to shape a plan ✨💍🥂

More detail here https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/sydney-stroud-byron

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Lower-intensity, warm lighting creates a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere, ideal for winding down and fostering a sense of intimacy ❣️ #romance #unforgettablemoments #solitude

⛪ Step inside history. Vaulted ceilings, arched doorways and windows, coloured light through the stained glass and over 138 years of stories in the walls and the floorboards. Read more about the rise of the unique trend in romatic getaways here
➡ https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/post/why-a-heritage-church-stay-is-the-most-romantic-accommodation-trend

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Looking for a getaway that’s as romantic as it is unforgettable?

Step inside this century (plus) old church lovingly restored into boutique accommodation in the heart of country NSW. Think stained-glass sunsets, vaulted ceilings, and a story woven into every brick.

It’s not just a stay... it’s an experience. Discover why heritage churches are the most romantic trend in unique accommodation NSW.

📖 Read the full story here 👉 https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/post/why-a-heritage-church-stay-is-the-most-romantic-accommodation-trend

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The impact of light on our mood is amplified through the stained glass windows in this romantic getaway for couples or solo travellers #visitnsw #stroudnsw #elopement #barringtoncoast #uniqueproperties #vintagecar

Whether it’s an anniversary, a vow renewal or simply time away from the kids or the hustle and bustle - Stroud Church offers a romantic escape that feels timeless.

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For more information - https://www.stroudchurch.com.au/romanticgetawaysinnsw

✨ Welcome to Stroud Church – A Century of Stories, A New Chapter Begins ✨

For over 100 years, Stroud Church has stood at the heart of our community. Once a place of worship, it is now a place of gathering, heritage, and unforgettable experiences.

Lovingly restored, the church is ready to welcome you — whether you’re staying for a weekend, celebrating a special moment, or simply exploring the history of Stroud.

Follow this page for:
⭐ Stories of the restoration journey
⭐ Weekly inspiration to Curate Your Own Stroud Experience
⭐ Highlights of local events, history, and hidden gems

📍 Located in Stroud, NSW – where history meets hospitality.
📖 Your story begins here.

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✨ Time is the Ultimate Luxury ✨

Stay a little longer in Stroud. Where the days unfold slowly, the market brims with local treasures, and Mondays feel like Sundays.

Stay 3 nights, and your last night is 75% off. No rush. No traffic.

Just more time to curate your story.

🌿 Book here to secure the discount https://www.airbnb.com/l/7XxOlFmR

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Curate Your Stroud Experience: Sacred & Simple

Some weekends are for wild.
Others are for stillness, depth, and quiet beauty. Here in Stroud, sacred spaces aren’t just places. They’re invitations.

✨ Curate a weekend of peace, reflection, and slow unfolding.

☀️ Suggested Weekend Itinerary | August 29–31

🕊 Friday arrival at the Stroud Church. Step into silence.
🕯 Dinner delivered by Gourmet Delights by Mel. Just heat, plate, and savour. Must order 24th ahead.
🛏 Slumber beneath the vaulted timber ceiling in Hale & Mercantile French linen.

🥐 Saturday. Early coffee and a slow start.
🌿 Venture to Stroud’s best-kept secret — the Monastery.
A contemplative day in heritage surrounds. Ancient pines, hidden chapels, quiet paths, and soul-deep calm.
🌇 Return for sunset and dine at Three Birdies. Seasonal, warm, and a 5 minute drive.
🕯 Evening glow through leadlight windows. Let the hush do its work.
🛏 Second sleep in the shelter of timber and time.

☕️ Sunday breakfast at Billy T. A Stroud favourite.
👣 Amble the Stroud Historic Walk. Sandstone, stories, and iron-laced verandahs.
🚪 Au revoir, Church. Until next time.

✨ Every detail, yours to curate.

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Discover the charm and tranquility of Stroud Church, a beautifully preserved historic sanctuary offering one-of-a-kind accommodation. Nestled in the heart of Stroud, our unique lodging experience invites you to step back in time while enjoying modern comforts. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat, a romantic getaway, or a special venue for an intimate event, Stroud Church provides an unforgettable stay. Book here https://www.airbnb.com/l/5Et1sW81

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Looking for a short romantic getaway?

Book here - https://www.stroudchurch.com.au

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Curate Your Stroud Experience: Week 5 – Timber, Time & Tales

The floorboards you’ll walk on have held nearly 140 years of footsteps.
Old timber joists, hand-cut beams, and a soaring timber ceiling, all carefully restored and honoured. You don’t just stay in this church. You stay with it.

✨ Curate your chapter in a living story.

☀️ Suggested Weekend Itinerary | August 18-20 July 2025

🕊 Friday arrival at the Stroud Church — step onto floorboards worn by time
🧺 Back deck bites, refreshments in hand — feel the grain of the past beneath your feet
🍷 Dinner at The Three Birdies — seasonal, simple, and satisfying
🛏 Slumber in Hale & Mercantile French linen, beneath a ceiling that once absorbed hymns

🥐 Saturday: breakfast in, or wander to Billy T Café
🖼 Visit the parvise to explore church artefacts dating back to 1884

🌳 Optional afternoon:
- 🎶 Mid-Winter Festival at The Farmer’s Wife Distillery. Live bands, glowing fires, gin lovers and good friends (BYO chair, shuttle available)
-💆‍♀️ Book a treatment at The Mek for a gentler pace

🕯 Return to a quiet night by candlelight
🛏 Second sleep beneath the frame of someone else’s century

🌅 Sunday: gentle rise with sunlight on the handrails made from original joists by @wayne_mavin
☕️ Coffee, pack, and one last look up
👣 Historic Walk or Market Day at the Stroud Country Club 9am to 2pm
🚪 Au revoir, Church — and thank you for the shelter of time

✨ Every detail, yours to curate.

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Curate Your Stroud Experience: Week 4 – Sacred Stillness, Private Peace

You don’t have to be religious to feel reverence. This space holds silence like a sanctuary, not empty, but full of presence.
✨ Curate a personal retreat, a reflection, or simply a quiet exhale.

☀️ Suggested Weekend Itinerary

🕊 Friday arrival at the Stroud Church - step through the arched door into stillness
🧺 Solo sundown platter on the back deck - local cheese, olives, crisp cool air
📓 Settle in with a journal or blank page - the windows won’t interrupt
🛏 Slumber wrapped in Hale & Mercantile French linen

🍳 Saturday: slow breakfast in your own time, or visit Billy T for coffee and a chat
📖 Turn the church into a writing nook or reading den, choose your corner, set your pace

🌿 Optional:
— A gentle bush walk to clear the mind
— A massage or facial at The Mek
— Time with Mark from The Nourishment Co. mind-body insights in good hands
— Or simply sit, breathe, and listen

🕯 Evening with candles, silence, and something handwritten
🍽 Dinner delivered by Gourmet Delights by Mel (pre-order required)
🛏 Another deep rest in the hush of heritage walls

🌅 Sunday: wake slowly to soft light through the leadlight
☕️ Coffee, then the Stroud Historic Walk, where reverence meets history
🚪 Au revoir, Church, and thank you for holding the quiet so well

✨ Every detail, yours to curate.

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Curate Your Stroud Experience: Week 3 – In the Light of Leadlight

The leadlight windows catch the afternoon sun — telling stories in colour.
Sit beneath them with a book. Watch dusk settle in amber. Let the quiet do its work.

✨ Curate your moment in the light — here’s one suggestion:

☀️ Suggested Weekend Itinerary

🕊 Arrive Friday at the Stroud Church — slip into the hush of history
🧺 Pre-dinner snacks on the back deck — local, light, and lovely
🍷 Wander to Three Birdies for a relaxed dinner
🛏 Slumber in Hale & Mercantile French linen — softness meets stillness

🏃‍♀️ Early Saturday: Park Run in Gloucester — fresh air, fresh pace
🧁 Post-run treat at Batter & Dough — handmade and heartwarming
💆‍♀️ Massage with Tarnya at Total Wellness — tension, gone
📖 Back at the church: a lazy afternoon reading in soft window light
🌇 Watch the leadlight windows glow with the setting sun
📸 Photograph the windows under the stars, lit softly from within
🍽 Dinner in — delivered by Gourmet Delights by Mel (24hr notice)
🛏 Sink again into French linen and the quiet of country dark

🌅 Sunday: wake to amber light through the memorial window
🦦 Stroll across Mill Creek bridge — eyes peeled for the foraging platypus
☕️ Long, slow breakfast at Billy T Café — no need to rush
👣 Lace up for the Stroud Historic Walk — colonial stonework, iron lace, convict-built beauty
🚪 Au revoir, Church. Thank you for holding us.

✨ Every detail, yours to curate.

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Stroud throws bricks — and builds stories.

Each year, our town hosts the International Brick-Throwing Contest (yes, really).

And right here, in the heart of it, stands this former church. Built by hand, walls four bricks thick, every one laid with care.

You won’t throw bricks here, but you might feel the weight of history in your hands.

✨Curate your own story in walls that were built to last.

🧱 Brick-Throwing Weekend Itinerary | July 11–13

🕊 Arrive at the church
🧺 Settle in with snacks on the back deck
🍽 Early dinner at The Milk Bar — a 5-minute walk
🛏 Rest up in the hush of history

🎯 Saturday
🥐 light breakfast from Gourmet Delights by Mel
🏟 Stroud Brick Throwing Event — at the Showgrounds
🍷 Dinner at Three Birdies — modern, warm, local
🕯 Back to the church for quiet reflection and marvel over the brickwork

🌤 Sunday
☕️ Breakfast at Billy T — casual and cosy
🧣 Rug up for the Stroud Historic Walk
🚗 Au revoir — safe travels home

✨Every moment, yours to curate.
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❄️ What if history had a front door — and you could walk through it?

Welcome to Curate Your Own Stroud Experience.

Each week, we’ll share ways to slip gently into the rhythm of our 139-year-old former church — a private, soul-soothing winter retreat for couples and solo seekers alike.

Bring your own quiet longing. The church will do the rest. 🤍

A Gentle Winter Itinerary:

🕯️ Arrive at the church and settle in
🧀 Share pre-dinner nibbles, cheese, olives, and quiet conversation
🍷 Fireside dinner at Three Birdies
🛏️ Sink into French linen and the hush of old timber and handmade bricks 🧱
🥐 Wake slowly with breakfast from Gourmet Delights by Mel
💆 Drift into a massage or Reiki session at Total Wellness
🍽️ Take your time over a long lunch at The Farmer’s Wife
📖 Return to the church for reading, journaling, or dreaming
🛌 One more night in that cocoon of luxurious warmth
☕ Breakfast at Billy T with the locals
🚶 Wander the Stroud Historic Walk, layers encouraged
💫 Farewell the church, until the next time you need to exhale#

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A heritage renovation of a church is not complete without a Hale and Mercantile bedroom scape ❣️the sensation of the linen is sublime - it has to be experienced to believe it. Thanks to @goodwoodstationstay for the nudge to invest 🙏

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First and last time this Ute is this clean - spreading the message about this beautiful church stay.

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A different aspect of St James Presbyterian church in Stroud that is being restored to health and vitality. Thanks to support from Landcare and Mid Coast Council.

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A parvise is known to be “an enclosed space before a building (such as a church) - this is the parvise at Stroud Church (St James Presbyterian) now a mud room cracking a nod to the heritage of this church and its story / waiting for you to cross its hearth. https://www.stroudchurch.com.au #stroudnsw #huntervalley #airbnb #visitnsw #elopement #historicpreservation

Think - elopement, renewing vows, intimate wedding…

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This gorgeous little welcome and thank you card handmade for our guests by Number 8 - very talented and highly recommended if you need a custom card made 🙏

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The luxury of French linen (bed & bath) here at Stroud Church ❣️

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Confessional: We’re Not Sorry

We took an 18th-century church and made it chic. Forgive the comfort; it’s deliberate.

Step inside a piece of Stroud’s living history, where 19th-century architecture and craftsmanship meet modern-day elegance and comfort. Our heritage church stands tall with its soaring ceilings, intricate timberwork, and stunning stained-glass windows — all lovingly restored to preserve its timeless charm.

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The ideal destination for a romantic couple's getaway...

Welcome wine and artisan cheese platter featuring local produce
Late checkout options for a relaxed departure

Whether celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, or simply a moment stolen from busy lives, this is the ultimate couples retreat in Stroud — peaceful, private, and deeply memorable.