Warramba Airbnb retreat from Sunrise host Edwina Bartholomew comes with a catch
The 42-hectare Blue Mountains rural retreat Warramba offers a three-bedroom 1890s homestead, a heated mineral pool and a 90-night minimum stay that keeps bookings limited until July 2026, at a price of 700 per couple per night.
Edwina Bartholomew, a familiar face on Channel Seven’s Sunrise, and her husband Neil Varcoe are advertising Warramba, their rural retreat near the Blue Mountains, with a notable caveat for potential guests: the listing imposes a 90-night minimum stay. The price for a single couple is 700 per night, with an additional 150 per night for each extra guest. The property is not currently available to rent again until July 2026, according to the listing.
Warramba sits on approximately 42 hectares of regenerated farmland and is described as a bolthole for the world-weary. The main homestead, built in the late 19th century, features three bedrooms—one with a king bed that can be converted into two singles and two queen beds in the remaining rooms. The interior design blends old world charm with modern sensibilities, guided by Melbourne-based Studio Esteta. Safari-inspired touches appear throughout, including wooden light fixtures, French doors and an immaculate kitchen. Guests can expect ducted heating and cooling, a wood-burning fireplace for cooler nights, two outdoor fire pits near the river and atop a nearby hill known as the Swag Deck, and a heated mineral pool that overlooks the surrounding countryside.
Located about three hours west of Sydney, Warramba is nestled in the heart of the Capertee Valley, touted as the widest enclosed valley in the world. The property sits near several protected areas, including the Wollemi, Capertee and Gardens of Stone national parks, as well as the Mugii Murum-ban State Conservation Area. The combination of wide horizons and nearby wilderness has helped Warramba attract visitors seeking a rural escape with contemporary comforts.
The listing’s strict minimum stay and price point come as part of a broader push by Bartholomew and Varcoe to develop a portfolio of country properties. Warramba marks a significant chapter in their long-running involvement with rural projects. The couple first acquired the 42-hectare Warramba site in January 2016, transforming the circa 1890s farmhouse and its surrounds into a retreat that blends country tranquillity with modern conveniences. The property spans roughly 100 acres of regenerated farmland and sits in a landscape that includes river frontage, rolling pastures and the dramatic backdrops of the Blue Mountains region. The interior design emphasis—described by Bartholomew as reflective of their tastes, aiming for something modern yet timeless—includes a bookshelf-lined wall and a standout bathtub as signature features.
Beyond Warramba, the couple have pursued another major rural project. They are renovating Saltash Farm, a country pub in Carcoar in New South Wales’ Central West, after purchasing the building for just over 1 million in 2023. Earlier this year they received approval to convert the property into a luxury getaway. The renovation has faced delays, with notes from Neil Varcoe suggesting the project is a large, heritage undertaking that will require time to complete. Despite these challenges, the pair have continued to press ahead with plans for Saltash Farm, describing the work as a beautiful distraction even as health considerations factor into their timeline.
In parallel with Warramba and Saltash Farm, Bartholomew has discussed personal health changes. In 2024 she disclosed a diagnosis of chronic myeloid leukemia, a development that has not deterred the couple from pursuing their country-life ambitions. She has said that working on these rural projects helps keep her busy and provides a way to spend more time with family, even as she and Varcoe divide their time between city and country life. The duo have indicated that they eventually intend to settle in the countryside, but they remain committed to maintaining a balance that allows them to enjoy the best of both worlds for the foreseeable future.
Warramba’s existence as a high-end rural retreat reflects a larger trend in which celebrities and business figures combine hospitality ventures with personal lifestyle projects. The property’s status as a “bolthole for the world-weary” underscores the appeal of remote getaways that offer privacy, scenic vistas and upscale amenities. Yet the 90-night minimum stay and the current booking window through mid-2026 mean that Warramba remains, for now, a rare and highly selective escape rather than a readily accessible vacation option. For fans and potential guests, the price tag and the booking cadence are part of the allure and the constraint of this distinctive country retreat.
As Bartholomew and Varcoe continue to develop Warramba and Saltash Farm, the couple’s devotion to rural life is clear. They describe the country property as a place to slow down, reconnect with family, and enjoy the sense of space that is increasingly rare in urban life. Whether Warramba will become a more widely available destination in the coming years remains to be seen, but for now it stands as a carefully curated, exclusive glimpse into the couple’s picturesque country vision.