All 2WD vehicles must carry chains when driving within Kosciuszko National Park. Chains are available for hire around Cooma and Jindabyne. There is a fine if caught without them.
Yes. A permit is required to enter Kosciuszko National Park and must be displayed on your windscreen. Annual passes →
Please note, due to the Perisher and Smiggins car parks often filling up on the weekends, National Parks will often require proof of your booking when driving up the mountain. Have your booking allocation email confirmation with you to show them, so you are allowed to drive up the hill.
Windarra has five allocated overnight spots. Parking is limited and must be requested at the time of booking. There is an additional fee. The Smiggins carpark is for day use only.
Please work with your fellow lodge mates to look after anyone staying without a car space. They will need to park at Sawpit or in Jindabyne and get a lift from a lodge mate after dropping off their gear. Bullocks Flat, reachable via the Skitube from Perisher, is another option.
Bring your own linen and towels. Bedding is supplied. Bring all your own food. The kitchens are fully equipped for self-catering.
No. Neither.
Check-in is from 2pm. Check-out is by 10am.
Please keep phone use discreet in the common areas.
Yes. Windarra runs on a shared chores roster and it only works if everyone contributes. Your roster is posted in your room. This applies to your guests too.
Please get your allocated chore done every morning.
Every week has a designated lodge captain. They are your first call for maintenance issues, room questions, and reminding you about your car park pass. They have also heard every excuse for undone chores. Don't test them.
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Bookings are NOT TRANSFERABLE.
Cancellations made 30 days or less of stay will not receive any refund. Cancellations of more than 30 days or more notice will receive 35% refund only if beds are rebooked. In the event of a cancellation, the Booking Officer will give members on the waiting list priority, and or if time allows, members will be given two weeks to take up the booking prior to being made available to visitors.
In extenuating circumstances, please reach out to a board member or our booking officer to discuss.
