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Fern Valley Ranch

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¡ Somersby, New South Wales
100 acres hosted by Jiji L.
1 lodging site ¡ 18 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Best in New South Wales: 3rd place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Great for groups
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
** FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE AVAILABILITY, PLEASE CHECK AND BOOK THROUGH THE CALENDAR (If you write to us, we may not get to your message in time) ** We are taking bookings every day during school holidays, and now Wed-Sun all other times. Please check back here for updates. 😊 ** No check-ins on Christmas Day but you may stay over Christmas Day. - Are you looking for a retreat to get away from the city, or a refreshing alternative to a caravan park along your journey? We have CAMPSITES nestled in our Orchard or in the Pine Trees paddock, (with nearby amenities); or for more of a comfortable and unique stay, try our CHARMING, CONVERTED SCHOOL BUS! Fern Valley Ranch has it all- waterfall viewing, bush walks, animal feeding. Unwind; relax by the campfire with quiet cup of tea (or a beer). Leave the city behind and tune back in to the birdlife and whistle of the breeze among the tall trees. CAMP SITES- Max 5 campers (see Campsite Listing for number and type of dwellings allowed per site.) SCHOOL BUS- Max 4 guests (no pets)- can book separate bus campsites after booking Bus. SCHOOL BUS CAMPING- Get friends to camp next to you in the Bus. *** NO ENTERING ANY WATER ON THE PROPERTY, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY IF YOU DO NOT RESPECT OUR RULES *** If you want to swim, there are beaches within half an hour from our farm. - We are just an hour between Sydney and Newcastle; and 15 minutes to Gosford. THINGS TO DO IN THE CENTRAL COAST: - Australian Reptile Park - Great North Walk - Fire Creek Botanical Winery - Mount Penang Farmers Market - Mangrove Creek Dam - Many Cafes & chocolate shop -BEACHES: The Entrance, Toowoon Bay, Shelley, Terrigal - Gosford Regional Gallery - Edogawo Commemorative Gardens - Take a drive to the small village of Spencer - Golf clubs are all nearby.
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Hiking
Wildlife watching
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River, stream, or creek
Waterfall
Field
Farm
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917 Ratings ¡ 679 reviews
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Clement O.recommends
November 9, 2024
Orchard & Pine Trees Camping
Excellent site for the family and friends. Showers were next level for a Camp site.
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Mel S.recommends
November 2, 2024
Orchard & Pine Trees Camping
Love camping in the Orchard, it’s so peaceful. Walked around and grabbed some Oranges with the kids before kicking back by a fire star gazing. Facilities were clean with extra porta-loo’s in the pine paddock. Grass sites were well maintained and plenty of room. Reptile Park is only a short drive away. Thank you for another nice stay. See you again soon.
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Jesse S.recommends
October 29, 2024
Orchard & Pine Trees Camping
Waterfall is gold!
The waterfall here is pretty beautiful! Nice place to hang for a night or if you had a big booking with lots of friends and booked out a whole area
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Tracey D.recommends
October 27, 2024
Orchard & Pine Trees Camping
Idyllic spot. Small number of campers, surrounded by orchards. The roosters kept us in check and there could be a couple more showers to be honest. Otherwise a friendly caretaker, access to firewood and just an all round relaxing weekend, really close to Sydney.
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Jessica Seoyeon J.recommends
October 21, 2024
Orchard & Pine Trees Camping
Waterfall within 15-20min walk from the campsite. Quite and decent distance to the next (neighbour) campsite. Caretaker Ballyn was very friendly nice. Only 1hr drive from Sydney, you can get to enjoy the nature & a lot of stars on the sky. It would be great if they can upgrade the toilet facilities(ones adjacent to the campsite) and provide bin areas.
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Stacey S.recommends
October 20, 2024
Orchard & Pine Trees Camping
I had a lovely time staying here. The staff were very friendly, the grounds and amenities were well kept , and the fruit was delicious. A great weekend away! I look forward to visiting again soon. Thank you
Location
Somersby, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Darkinung First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Jiji L.

Joined in November 2020
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