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Farm Stays In The Southern Highlands

Farm Stays Perfect For Family Gatherings, Romantic Retreats Or Getaways With Friends.

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How fun and fabulous are farm stays?

Such a great way to experience life on the land and the kids LOVE it.

We’re so lucky to have plenty of fabulous farm stay accommodation right across the Southern Highlands.

Here’s our pick of definite must visits for your next local break or if you’re hosting friends and fam from the big smoke.

Scribbly Farm HIGH RANGE

Scribbly Farm offers more than a mere stay; it’s an intimate journey into sustainability and lavish experiences.

In the heart of the Australian bush where connections and restorative wellness are not just experienced but deeply felt, you’ll find nature-inspired rejuvenation.

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Dawning Day EXETER

Stay in The Barn at this beautiful vineyard at Exeter. Just a short walk to the cellar door – heaven!

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Redleaf Farm FITZROY FALLS

Choose from glamping tents or the super unique luxury train carriages. And definitely book in a farm tour with owner, Katrina while you’re there – a must do.

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The Pines Pastoral MANCHESTER SQUARE 

Six cottages. 700 acres. 400 head of Angus cattle. 1 perfect holiday! Spending a few days here with the rolling hills, beautiful views and fresh, country air will destress ANYone!

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Morvern Valley Farm Cottages BUNDANOON

Family-friendly with plenty of opportunity to get hands on and have a fun farm experience. Meet the mini horses, the ponies and donkeys. There’s turkeys and ducks, rabbits and chicken, sheep, cows, goats and alpacas – oh my!

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Canyonleigh Retreat

Se in amongst a 500 acre native forest, you can well and truly escape here. Go for walks, chill by the fire pit, take in a farm tour or hire an e-bike to explore the property.

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Ashby Downs MOSS VALE

Beautiful views across 110 acres with Moss Vale just a short 10-minute drive away, Ashby Downs is pet-friendly too!

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Woodland Studio & Farm EXETER

A beautifully styled space on a peaceful 10-hectare property. Wander through the orchard and say hi to the sheep and alpacas.

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Crystal Creek Meadows KANGAROO VALLEY

Four cottages on 16 acress, you can explore the property on foot, say hi to the chickens, pick your own fruit and look out for local wildlife.

Rowan Farm FITZROY FALLS

Plenty of new furry friends to make at Rowan Farm. There are llamas, sheep and chickens and you can even collect your own eggs for brekkie. Couples looking for a little romance should book into “Annie’s Barn” a converted shed complete with log fire and families will love “Creek View Cottage” with gorge views of the hills and local creek.

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Fairway Farm WILDES MEADOW

A working dairy farm with rolling green hills, this farm stay is great for both couples and families [the kids love feeding the baby animals!].

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The Lodge Farm Stay Fitzroy Falls

There’ll be no one getting bored at The Lodge! A farm tour is included with your stay plus facilities include a tennis court, basketball hoop, trampoline, mini rugby field and a creek runs through the property so plenty of opportunity for exploring. We predict very tired kids – yay!

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Laurel View BURRAWANG

High on a hill overlooking 100 acres of well-known locals, Maugers Farm, you catch some pretty spectacular sunsets from here. Join in on the Paddock to Plate workshops John and Vicki Mauger run if you can swing it too.

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Daisy Hill MOSS VALE

A mid-century cottage that sleeps ten people on a 74 acre working farm – great for large family or friend groups! It’s in between Moss Vale and Fitzroy Falls so close to fab cafes and shops in Mossy, or bushwalks and waterfalls at Fitzroy Falls.

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Rocking Donkey Stud EXETER

What’s cuter than a donkey? A mini donkey! You can meet some here and stay on site in the cottage. It’s pet friendly and there’s bush walks, canyons and seasonal waterfalls to explore all on the property.

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Hideout Cabins MOSS VALE

On a working horse stud, these gorgeous cabins [with water views] are stylish and oh so country. Hang by the fire pit, wander around the property or spend your whole time on the gorgeous deck watching the sun rise and then go down again!

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How gorgeous are all of those? Head here for more accommodation across the Southern Highlands. We love holidaying in our own backyard!

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