Dubbo is the most populated city in the Orana Region of Australia, and it is also considered one of the friendliest places in New South Wales. There are a lot of activities that you can do in the city, from touring a world-renowned zoo to visiting a beautifully preserved gaol. The city, which is surrounded by many paddocks, produces various crops, including wheat, livestock, timber, fruits, and vegetables. Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Old Dubbo Gaol, Western Plains Cultural Centre, and Shoyoen Japanese Garden are among the various tourist destinations that you will enjoy exploring when you visit Dubbo. You can also have a glimpse of life in the countryside by booking a farm house in the area. Read on to learn about the best farm stays in Dubbo, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 17, 2024.
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1. Peaceful cottage with three bedrooms (from USD 334)
You will enjoy watching the sunset when you stay at this peaceful cottage. The home is a self-contained space situated in a beautiful and functional 115-acre (46.5-hectare) farm. It has three bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio. It can accommodate up to six guests. Two bedrooms have a queen-sized bed while the third bedroom has two single beds. A television, Wi-Fi, a washer, and air conditioning are available here. Linens and other necessities are also provided.
The place is only three minutes away from the airport and five minutes away from a shopping center and McDonald’s. Taronga Western Plains Zoo is just 10 minutes away.
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it’s cosy comfortable and has all the things you need in an air-bnbwifi works a treat with three kids streaming kitchen has everything you need plus a bbqCleanliness:
very clean and well presentedit is very clean everything was spotlessquiet and peaceful clean and tidyvery quiet and cleangreat stay the accomodation is very neat and cleanHost:
the hosts are friendly and very efficient with communicationssusanne was an outstanding hostshe and her husband were so friendly and helpfulsusanne and jason are wonderful hostsa beautiful spot with fantastic hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
a perfect location for a getawayit’s wonderfully quiet but yet really close to everythinggood location close to town easy to findeverything we needed and a wonderful locationlocated a few minutes out of town but we loved the privacy and quiet
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2. Beautiful hideaway with a swimming pool (from USD 187)
This charming cottage offers you and your loved ones a wonderful getaway experience – starting from the freshly picked bunch of flowers that welcome you upon your arrival. Located across a lake, it provides incredible views from the verandah. Staying at this cottage also lets you enjoy the company of various animals that live on the premises. Access to the lap pool, gym, and veggie garden is available as well.
Reverse cycle cooling and heating are provided in the rental, making it a comfortable getaway spot any time of the year. Other amenities also include Wi-Fi, a TV, local produce, and a selection of wine and beer (for a fee).
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the breakfast hamper was extremely generous and deliciousbathroom was lovely except for the shower not being enclosedHost:
susan was a most friendly and attentive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the location enjoyed feeding the ducks
3. Unique oasis best for families (from USD 332)
Enjoy a peaceful stay in this unique vacation rental, which features three studios that share the same roof and verandah. The whole place is fully furnished and spacious, perfect for families or a big group. Each studio comes with a reverse cycle air conditioning system as well as glass walls that deliver beautiful views of the Dubbo countryside. Also available are fun equipment in the game room, complete cooking basics in the kitchen, and Wi-Fi throughout the premises.
As this is a pet-friendly rental, up to two dogs or cats are welcome to tag along and use the fenced yard as their playground.
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rooms had great air conditioning and a mini bar fridgerooms are nice with a huge open bathroomRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location for a family gathering) great location close to the zoo and not to far from townlocation was amazing as it was not too far from local shops and the zooa nice relaxing location that you can book with easegreat place to stay with young children
4. Serene sanctuary for seven
If you love chilling out under the stars, then this serene sanctuary is the one for you. Located in Cumnock, the three-bedroom cottage features a well-equipped kitchen and a veranda. It is suitable for up to seven guests and is equipped with a television, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. It also provides linens and toiletries.
There are many activities that you can do on the premises, including biking, stargazing, strolling around the countryside, and having winter bonfires. You can also visit nearby attractions, such as Wellington Caves, which are 30 minutes away, and Dubbo Taronga Zoo, which is about 1.2 hours away. Parkes Radio Telescope is also a 1-hour drive away from the property while Orange wineries are 45 minutes away.
Cumnock, New South Wales, Australia
73.05 km (45.4 mi) from Taronga Western Plains ZooAccommodates: 8
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the wood heater made winter evenings very comfortablegreat fire and excellent wifiviews from every window (straight down a valley from family friendly games roomthe beds were very comfortableit's full of fun and games and all conveniences to make for a very comfortable stayCleanliness:
its a clean place and one can enjoy a secluded get awayHost:
christine the host is fantastic as she offered us a late check out as wellchristine is a great host very helpful and easy to get in touch with if you have questionschristine was a lovely host who couldn’t do more for usRead more reviewsLocation:
very peaceful locationchristine's cottage is a fantastic location to get away from it allwe had awesome time at christine's placegreat private location - fantastic for a break from the (website hidden by airbnb) quietthe location feels so remote and a great place to relax and unwind
5. Charming abode with a balcony (from USD 134)
This charming abode is 45 minutes away from the center of Dubbo. It is a two-bedroom cottage that is set in the heart of Dunedoo. The first bedroom has a queen-sized bed while the other bedroom has double and single beds. You can cook a hearty meal in the well-equipped kitchen or have a sip of your favorite drink on the balcony that overlooks a paddock. Other amenities, including a television, air conditioning, linens, and a washer, are available too.
You can watch the sunset or take a stroll near the lagoon. You can also visit Warumbungles and Mudgee, which are just an hour away from the property.
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the cottage was quite cozy and we enjoyed having picnics in the garden everydayvery comfortable and lots to see too (website hidden by airbnb) carolyn & phillipCleanliness:
well the bathroom was cleanwe didn’t have the best time here mainly because of the cleanliness throughoutthe cottage is warm comfortable and clean and in a great location on the farmcomfy clean and such a great relaxing locationthe cottages were very clean and everything we needed was providedHost:
wonderful friendly hostawesome hosts thankyou sally for making us feel so welcomeit's cozy quaint gorgeously styled and sal is the perfect hostsally and her family were the perfect hostssally was a wonderful host and it was lovely to meet her familyRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful stay at cobbora station cottagecobbora station is a beautiful property and the cottage is cute and comfortableit was a great base for the middle leg of our central west cycle trailit was a good central point for visiting dubbo and mudgeethe house was very warm and inviting and the station was a treat to explore
6. Lovely home for large families or groups of friends (from USD 507)
Are you having trouble looking for a farm house for your large family or group of friends? There is no need to worry anymore since this spacious home in North Yeoval might be the one for you. With its six bedrooms, well-furnished kitchen, common areas, and formal dining room, you will surely have a delightful stay. You will also have access to the outdoor pool and full-sized tennis court. The rental has other amenities, such as a television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a washer, and a dryer. Bed linens are also provided.
Tourist attractions, including Dubbo Western Plains Zoo, Parkes Observatory, and Henry Parkes Center, are just 1 hour away from the property while Wellington Caves are just 30 minutes away.
7. Comfortable dwelling near Western Plains Zoo (from USD 103)
This comfortable dwelling is situated south of Dubbo and is suitable for groups of up to five people. It has two bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and a veranda. It offers a television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a washer. It also provides linens and essentials such as towels and soap. Since it is located on a working farm, you can feed some farm animals or milk some lambs. You will be treated to some fresh farm eggs.
You can visit Western Plains Zoo, which is 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) away.
Top guest reviews
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cozy cottage & comfortable bedsso it's basic but comfortable and serviceable with a large washing machineCleanliness:
basic home but clean and comfortablethe accommodation is basic but was exceptionally clean comfortable and has such a feel-good charm about itthe kids liked playing in the dry creek bed with massive gum treesHost:
the hosts are welcoming and friendlythe owners are really friendly and have an amazing farmwe had an amazing stay and the host family are lovelyalex and clare were friendlyvery friendly host who showed us around let our kids feed a baby lamb and chickensRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for a remote stay close to a large townpeaceful farmstay close to dubbo zoogreat location to visit the zoogreat farm stay for family of 4 half hour from central dubbo and 20 min drive to zooloved staying out of town but close enough to drive in for day trips
8. Homey cabin with a veranda (from USD 140)
This homey cabin is just a few minutes away from town. It is a one-bedroom home that has a fully equipped kitchen and a patio. It can accommodate groups of up to four people. Certain amenities, such as a television and Wi-Fi, are available. Daily essentials, including towels, bedsheets, and soap, are also provided. Previous guests enjoyed watching the sunset from the veranda, as well as socializing with the host and other guests in communal areas.
You can visit tourist spots in Dubbo, which are 15 minutes away from the property.
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the photos are accurate but don’t do the place justice it’s well appointed and comfortablemark has a great little set up with some communal facilities toothe beds are super comfy as wellCleanliness:
the cabin was comfortable clean and quietspotlessly clean well appointed and a beautifully quiet and peaceful spacebeautifully clean and brilliant locationthe cabin was clean and nicely appointed with all the details you wanta place that is clean well tended highly original and a gemHost:
mark is a great host always up for a chat and keen to share his local knowledgemark was so welcoming and helpfulmark is a super friendly host and we really enjoyed our staymark was a fantastic host and a pleasure to meetmark was a great host even taking kids to feed sheep would definitely recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
great place away from the citythe location is tranquil and accomodation sites are spaced perfectly giving travellers their own piece of paradisean excellent place in a wonderful part of the central westgorgeous hut set in a great locationhighly recommend this unique interesting place
Enjoy a farm life in Dubbo
If you’re feeling tired of a hectic and fast-paced life in the city, head to Dubbo and stay at one of the best farm houses in the area to experience a peaceful life. Enjoy various activities such as feeding animals feeding or taking afternoon walks.
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