If you want to experience what life really is like on an authentic Queensland outback property, what better way than to try a Station Stay? They provide much more than just a different style of accommodation, but a unique experience in itself. Some Farmstays offer you the possibility to join in on the everyday activities of a working sheep or cattle property, such as drafting, mustering or shearing. There is probably good fishing as well, you can take property tours, enjoy birdwatching, meet local people and make new friends.
BY DEFINITION, FARMSTAYS ARE GENERALLY NOT FOUND IN URBAN AREAS, SUCH AS CAIRNS CITY. FOR THIS REASON, WE HAVE INCLUDED ON THIS PAGE FARMSTAY STYLE ACCOMMODATION FROM ALL AROUND THE REGION OF FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND.
Ten beautifully decorated rooms, a great self-contained suite, a beer garden, a game room and fantastic hosts make of this farmstay a great place to spend your holidays in Tropical North Queensland. It is ideally located close to the rainforest, waterfalls, crater lakes, scenic drives, windmills, hot springs and all the activities and entertainment you can think of.
With many different animals guests can help handfeeding and some nights featuring Murder Mysteries, Travellers Rest Guesthouse and Farmstay is suitable for everybody.
BLACK MOUNTAIN HIDEAWAY
Black Mountain Road, Julatten (MAP)
Phone (07) 4094 1101
At Black Mountain Hideaway, Suzie and Saxon have a Cattle and Equestrian Centre. They also own a menagerie of various exotic birds, chickens, ducks, cats and dogs. All the animals are treated as part of the family and they enjoy making new friends and receiving love and attention.
Black Mountain Hideaway offers fully self contained accommodation lodges; horse trail rides; guided bush walks; a host of wildlife and bird spotting; Jillaroo courses and horse riding clinics for Horse Safe accreditation. Or, Simply relax in total, undisturbed privacy.
MOUNT N RIDE ADVENTURES
Lot 212 Irvin Access, Little Mulgrave, Gordonvale (MAP)
Phone (07) 4056 5406 / Fax (07) 4056 5302
Surrounded by Rainforest, native Australian bush, and the pristine waters of Little Mulgrave River flowing only minutes from the door, these horse riding and farmstay facilities are second to none. The location provides the perfect backdrop for trail riding with a diverse range of terrain to ride over.
When you arrive at the farm you will be greeted by the staff and their friendly farm dog, Sam. He is always eager to make new friends and makes sure everyone feels quite at home.
If after your horse riding experience you want to stay the night, you can relax comfortably in Mount n Ride bunkhouse accommodation. Ride horses, indulge in great food and enjoy farmhouse accommodation.
ACTON RIDGE FARMSTAY
122 Nash Road, Millaa Millaa
Phone (07) 4097 2293
Action Ridge Farmstay offers activities for everybody in the family. Children will love feeding the animals and collecting chicken eggs, etc. Bushwalking, birdwatching, photography, fishing tours, starlight gazing are also activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
EMU CREEK OUTBACK HOLIDAY STATION
Dimbulah
Phone / Fax (07) 4094 8313
Hosting up to 24 people, this motel style accommodation with shared bathrooms is suitable for small groups and self drive travellers featuring comfortable rooms and traditional home cooked meals, with activities suitable for everyone young at heart.
NORTH OF CAIRNS
ALKOOMIE STATION LUXURY MOUNTAIN RETREAT
Oakey Creek Road, Cooktown (MAP)
Phone (07) 4069 5463 / Fax (07) 4069 5463
Mobile 0438 923 848
Alkoomie is an 18,000 hectare working cattle station just thirty minutes from historic Cooktown. The homestead is built on an escarpment 500 metres above sea level atop Mt Dickson and offers unimpeded breathtaking views.
Alkoomie provides the ultimate destination for those seeking quality quiet time, but with plenty of activities if desired. The retreat caters for the needs of retired couples, families, and honeymooners. It is ideal for small corporate groups for bonding, stress relief or perhaps that budget preparation session.
Accommodation is available in the two-story homestead for 8 - 12 people and the price include most activities. You can also camp without roughing it in furnished, self-contained, all-weather tents. The tents are elevated off the ground and most importantly, they are insect proof!
MERLUNA STATION STAY
Merluna (MAP)
Phone (07) 4060 3209
There’s something for everyone on this 416,000 acre cattle station, whether it’s just to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life to listen and watch the birds and native animals in their natural environment, or come along and experience the day to day of station workings. There’s also the recreation shed, and the swimming pool to relax in while you cool off.
Set in cool shady surrounds you have a choice of several different types of accommodation: Three double units with queen-sized beds and ensuites with your own private veranda, a family unit with a queen-sized bed and double bunk (extra bedding can be arranged), an ensuite and private veranda, or the five room 'single quarters' with shared amenities including laundry and veranda. A level camping ground with shower and toilet amenities, and shaded with eucalypt trees, is situated below the complex.
CAPE TRIB FARM STAY
Cape Tribulation Road, Cape Tribulation
Phone (07) 4098 0042 / Fax (07) 4098 0042
The cabins that form this lodging have been set up around a fruit farm. Right in the middle of Cape Tribulation, if you decide to spend your holidays here you will enjoy all the facilities of the town without the hassle, the World Heritage Rainforest and all the beaches.
CAPE TRIB EXOTIC FRUIT FARM STAY
Lot 5 Nicole Drive, Cape Tribulation
Phone (07) 4098 0057 / Fax (07) 4098 0067
A stay here is a must if you want to experience something of the real rainforest and Cape Trib. Comfortable, relaxed, unhurried, peaceful and with everything you need, including a breakfast that is spectacular, with a platter of fresh, ripe exquisite exotic fruit.
MARY VALLEY STATION
Phone (07) 4060 3254
Mary Valley Station is a working cattle property. At Mary Valley Station you can choose between camping under the stars on a frontier cattle station or stay at any of the two units available with ensuite facilities and verandah. Each unit has a double and a single bed.
HAZELMERE FARMSTAY & BED AND BREAKFAST
Endeavour Valley Road, Cooktown
Phone / Fax(07) 4069 5466
NORTHERN OUTBACK
BLUFF DOWNS
Charters Towers
Phone (07) 4770 4084
This is a great opportunity to experience the real Aussie outback and the characters that go with it. Guests are encouraged to enjoy seasonal station activities, observe cutting horse training, usually at night, read historic records since 1862, etc.
ROSEGREEN STATION
Matilda Highway, Cloncurry
Phone (07) 4742 5995 / Fax (07) 4742 5995
Rosegreen Station offers you station tours and you can help with feeding the calves, dogs, kangaroos, corella or chickens. Mustering takes place during winter, when it is usually dry and cool, and guests are more than welcome to watch.
TRAVELLERS REST GUESTHOUSE AND FARMSTAY
BLACK MOUNTAIN HIDEAWAY
MOUNT N RIDE ADVENTURES
NORTH OF CAIRNS
ALKOOMIE STATION LUXURY MOUNTAIN RETREAT
MERLUNA STATION STAY
