Australia is famous for its bustling metropolitan areas, such as Melbourne and Sydney. It houses many iconic landmarks, including Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Moreover, the country’s beaches draw millions of tourists. Bondi Beach is only one example. If you have a thing for natural wonders, visit Uluru. It is a significant red rock formation sacred to Aboriginal people. With its wildlife scene and picturesque landscapes, Tasmania is another paradise for nature lovers. It offers various activities, such as snorkeling and hiking. You can also discover the countryside to experience Australian farm life. Check out the top ranches to stay in Australia below.
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 April 14, 2024.
1. Modern farm stay with barbecue pits in Oakford (from USD 91)
Are you looking for budget-friendly accommodations in Oakford? If yes, then this modern farm stay is perfect for you, especially if you are on a family vacation. It features a playground where kids can enjoy running around. While the kids are having fun, you can explore the orchard or feed the farm animals, such as chickens, ducks, and sheep. You may also collect eggs from the hens. Thanks to the barbecue pits, you may easily have cookouts.
Top guest reviews
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the air conditioner is very affective and kept us cool during the hot weatherthe beds were amazingly comfortable (i am very fussy with my mattresses) and the apartment immaculately cleanCleanliness:
very neat and clean housenice and clean felt really homelythe inside of the airbnb was very clean and modernit was clean and tidy with lots of spacethe place was clean and 2 baths were a bonusHost:
sharolyn and joel were great hostsvery chilled weekend and host was lovelythe hosts are awesome toothe hosts were amazing and the farm facilities were perfectthank you host for the hospitality our families enjoy the stayRead more reviewsLocation:
location is great for family who do not want to travel too far away from the towngreat place to stay with the family and get up close with some farm animalslocation is excellent with kr brewery cohunu koala park golden ponds etc nearbygreat little place perfect for get- away from the citya really different experience and lovely seeing the animals up close
2. Well-lit farmhouse with an open wood fireplace in Fitzroy Falls (from USD 240)
This well-lit farmhouse sits on a 28.33-ha (70-ac) cattle farm in Fitzroy Falls, only about a 90-minute drive from Sydney. It offers a massive deck with an open wood fireplace and a generous seating area, so you can easily unwind and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Ensuring you a fun-filled stay, the host offers a complimentary farm tour. You can have it scheduled at the most convenient time for you. This tour allows you to feed farm animals, including chickens, goats, and turkeys.
3. Farm stay with a garden in Barossa Valley (from USD 119)
If you want to feel at home in Barossa Valley, this farm stay is ideal for you. It is situated on a 20.23-ha (50-ac) farmland, immersing you in the beauty of nature. Every morning, you can hang out and breathe fresh air on the deck. The wood fire keeps you warm at night.
Since this rental is part of a working alpaca farm, you will usually see people working in the garden. Nevertheless, feel free to walk around the garden and see the alpacas.
Top guest reviews
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both the beds and couch are comfortable and cozythe bed and linen was like sleeping on a cloudthis was topped off with a lovely bottle of wine and a delicious bacon and egg breakfastreally comfortable stay in cromer beds were super comfortable and house were well equippedvery comfortable house with everything we neededCleanliness:
the retreat is clean spacious and quietit was spacious clean and had very comfortable bedsplace is nice and clean with everything you would need for the stayaccommodation clean roomy and comfortable and great place for a short getawaythe house is clean and comfortable beds are super comfyHost:
hosts were super friendly as wellbeautiful farm and very hospitable hoststhey are super knowledgeable and informative about the alpacasbeautiful property lovely friendly hosts tracey and chris werecute and cosy getaway with friendly welcoming hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
really loved our stay at this gorgeous locationgood location tracy and chris are fabulous hostslocation is good and just what we were looking forthe baby alpacas are super cute and friendly too we will high recommend this placegetting up close to the alpacas and other farm animals was a great experience for all
4. Contemporary farm stay ideal for large families in Adelaide River
This contemporary farm stay is perfect for large families vacationing in Adelaide River. It gives you a chance to relax completely, especially with its shared outdoor swimming pool. Thanks to the barbecue area, you can have cookouts to make your stay more enjoyable. While lounging outdoors, you can greet the farm animals over the fence. This property offers no wifi, so you can unplug and maximize quality time with your loved ones.
Adelaide River, Northern Territory, Australia
2524.59 km (1568.8 mi) from Gorge Wildlife ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 12
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nice tidy quarters aircon and fans and comfortable bedsCleanliness:
it was also very cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
great and close to the poolwe all loved the animals and gardens around the stationalso very close to robin falls which is a beautiful spot for a walk and swimmt bundy station is beautiful with a great pool and pizza/bar avail fri/sat nightsgorgeous place on a beautiful property
5. Sophisticated farm stay with floor-to-ceiling windows in Hahndorf (from USD 330)
Set on a farm in Hahndorf, this sophisticated farm stay is the perfect escape from the bustle. It has floor-to-ceiling windows, providing expansive hill views. Every afternoon, you can chill and watch the sunset from the patio. At nightfall, feel free to gather around the fire pit. You are welcome to feed the farm animals during your stay here. If you plan to bring a car, you may park it on the premises at no additional charge.
Top guest reviews
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breathtaking views and incredibly comfortable homethe house is so comfortable with an amazing viewgreat location scenic views great space very cozy areasvery comfortable beds and living area with modern designkids loved it and had a ball in the toy roomCleanliness:
the house is very clean and spaciousthe house was beautiful and cleanthe kitchen is very well equipped the beds are very comfy the whole place is very cleanthe house was clean well appointed and the picture perfect locationgreat house spacious clean with fantastic views comfy beds and plenty of room for the kids to run aroundHost:
people on site were kind polite & very helpfulthe staff are lovely and so helpfulnick & naomi were very good hostseveryone was really friendly and really happy to give us info on the farm animalsthe host are very friendly and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
it was the perfect location and dayit’s also very close to hahndorf (around 5min drive) easy access to restaurants/cafes/grocerygreat house perfect size for the family staying for weekend - great location easy to get around the hillsplace is large with 2 nice and large living areas plus a play room for kidswe also visited woodhouse activity centre which was close by and great for both adults and children
6. Farmhouse with a horse arena in Dugandan (from USD 115)
This farmhouse is designed to make you feel at home in Dugandan. It is part of a working beef cattle ranch, so you will see plenty of cattle and horses grazing around. If you have horses you wish to bring during your vacation, you can take advantage of the horse arena and horse paddocks provided for guests’ use. Many points of interest, such as Templin Historical Village and Moogerah Dam, are only within a 12-km (7.46-mi) radius.
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cosy comfortable and well appointed rustic cottageCleanliness:
the cottage was very clean comfy and more spacious than we'd expectedHost:
the property owner was friendly and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with elevation nice for the morning sun
7. Lovely farm stay with a pet-friendly policy in St Helens (from USD 99)
Do you need a serene escape from urban life? You might like this lovely farm stay in St Helens. It is pet-friendly, allowing you to stay with your house-trained pets. For your convenience, the host offers beds and bowls for your four-legged friends.
Throughout your stay here, you will see many farm animals roaming around. The wallabies and wild parrots feeding nearby are also a sight to behold. The paved rear deck is an excellent spot to enjoy the picturesque views.
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had a very comfortable night here super quiet and so much wildlife to watchit had everything we needed and the bed was very comfortableCleanliness:
clean and well equippedsuper clean and very comfy bedsvery clean excellent accomodation and great communicatorsthe place was really clean tidy warm and exact to picturesvery clean and well done cosy and warm with everything we neededHost:
hosts were so lovelylovely hosts very friendlyfriendly and helpful hoststhe host is very friendly and easy goingvery friendly welcoming hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location to access sta perfect family getaway very central to explore the bay of fires areaplenty of beautiful places near by or a short drive to an amazing waterfallgreat place to stay and meet wildlife and farm animals in the one locationlovely little nook close to st helens
8. Stylish cottage with a patio in Willaura (from USD 122)
This stylish cottage is located in Willaura, only 15 minutes from Grampians National Park. Initially constructed in the mid-20th century, it was thoughtfully renovated recently to provide modern comfort. Every morning, you can enjoy your coffee and the stunning countryside views on the patio. You can also stroll around the dam and see farm animals roaming around. The indoor living space has a wood stove to keep you warm on cold nights.
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lovely comfortable fully renovated 2-bedroom cottage with high quality fittings including bedding & fully-equipped kitchenCleanliness:
everything was clean tidy and well presentedthe place was very clean and we overall had a good timethe cottage is very clean cosy and our kids loved all the farm animalsvery comfortable very clean and rob was very helpful when we had a couple of querieswe dad a fantastic stay at victoria's cottage it was clean and had everything we neededHost:
victoria was friendly and helpfulthe farm animals are very friendlyreally awesome it’s a pet friendly place too cheers victoriathe residence was warm and comfortable and victoria was a great hostlovely hosts and communication was greatRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic property with close proximity to the grampiansvery relaxing place to get away from everythinglovely cottage in a unique location - so quiet isolated and beautifulperfect place from which to explore the regionlovely place to stay to get away from the hustle and bustle
9. Farm stay with a private deck in Coolabine (from USD 126)
If you are going on a romantic getaway in Coolabine, this farm stay could be your home for a few days. It sits on a 12.14-ha (30-ac) hobby farm with native trees, making it easy for you to reconnect with nature. You are welcome to meet the alpacas when you stay here. Thanks to the private deck, you have space to watch the sunset every evening. This rental has barbecue facilities, so feel free to have cookouts anytime.
After a long day, you may wind down by the fireplace.
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the cabin was clean well equiped and cozybeautiful clean fresh and quite will be back birds and possums were very freindlydeepak and nidhi's place was very cleanwe had an amazing time at the lavender cottage very clean cosy and warmHost:
beautiful accommodation with friendly hostwe had such a lovely time at krishna farm both hosts were so accommodating and friendlythank you so much for hosting usnidhi and deepak are very kind and caring and they created great hospitality for usas a co-airbnb host myself i highly recommend krishna farm's cottagesRead more reviewsLocation:
i felt very comfortable safe and at peace at this placebut if you want a quiet get away it is perfect
10. Charming farm stay in a horse ranch in Fernances Crossing (from USD 142)
This charming farm stay in Fernances Crossing promises a nice break from the urban jungle, only an hour away from Sydney. It is nestled amid 84.98 ha (210 ac) of pasture and a working farm with horses and cattle. With the Stay and Ride package, you may bring your own horses, and use the onsite cross-country and showjumping areas. Feel free to meet the horses on the farm when you stay here.
Providing an off-grid living experience, this property is powered by a solar shed.
Top guest reviews
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great house with a very well equipped kitchen and all the amenitiesour family of 4 loved relaxing in the spacious modern and very comfortable cottage surrounded by naturevery enjoyable getaway in this well equipped comfortable cottage thanks paulthe place itself is lovely it has a fully equipped kitchen and well thought out amenitiesloved all the windows so we could get views from every roomCleanliness:
clean and well maintainedclean and well presentedsparkling clean big and stylishpaul’s place is clean and ha beautiful outdoor scenerywe were so surprised at how clean and modern the whole house wasHost:
paul is an amazing hostpaul was so friendly and nicehost were quick to respond and very helpfullovely hosts beautiful property and amazing haflingerspaul very helpful at checkinRead more reviewsLocation:
a beautiful home in a quiet location but only a short drive to local wineriesan amazing place to spend the june long weekenda beautiful location and interior of accommodationwonderful location and great roomy house with well stocked kitchen and smart bathroombeautiful location and friendly hospitality
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