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    Swag Inn

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    71 reviews
     · Ross, Northern Territory · 6 acres
    Hosted by Kathy W.
    4 Vehicle/Tent sites
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    Best in Northern Territory: Finalist
    Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
    KATHY is a Star Host
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    Creature comforts
    Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
    Our backyard campsite is only 9 km from the centre of Alice Springs. Its located in a rural/urban setting. Alice Springs is as famous for the personality of its locals and contemporary and traditional art as the natural wonders, including the stunning Larapinta Trail and the MacDonnell Ranges, which surround it. The Swag Inn camping spot has access to an outdoor shower and toilet and laundry sink. Enjoy the view of the ranges and the amazing stars in the desert night sky from your campsite. Listen to the bird calls and enjoy the peace. Campers are welcome to enjoy the BBQ Firepit and firewood, within local restrictions. Around town, there are numerous sites of historical significance to the region’s settler history, including the Old Telegraph Station Reserve, which marks the town’s important role as the mid-point of the 19th-century telegraph line running from Adelaide to Darwin. There are great places to eat and drink, with great views.The Swag Inn camping spot has access to an outdoor shower and toilet as well as a camp kitchen with a sink. Enjoy the view of the ranges and the amazing stars in the desert night sky from your campsite. Listen to the bird calls and enjoy the peace.  Campers are welcome to enjoy the BBQ Firepit and firewood, within local restrictions.  Our campsite is only 9 km from the centre of Alice Springs.  Alice Springs is as famous for the personality of its locals and contemporary and traditional art as the natural wonders, including the stunning Larapinta Trail and the MacDonnell Ranges, which surround it. Around town there are numerous sites of historical significance to the region’s settler history, including the Old Telegraph Station Reserve, which marks the town’s important role as the mid-point of the 19th-century telegraph line running from Adelaide to Darwin. There are great places to eat and drink, with great views. 
    Vehicle details
    Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed
    Vehicles under 32 feet allowed
    Plenty of space to turn vehicles.
    Pull-in site
    Plenty of space to turn vehicles.
    Surface type: Grass or field
    Surface levelness: Flat
    No Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, and Class A RVs
    Doesn't accommodate slideouts
    Plenty of space to turn vehicles.
    Electrical hookup available
    Less than 30 amps. 10 amp GPO only, that's the small pin plug!
    Water hookup available
    On-property hookup
    No sewage hookup
    There is a flushing toilet. A dumping station is located 5 mins away at the council waste depot. Please do not use the toilet for dumping sewage waste or greywater. Please use the council facility near our local town Council refuge station on commonage road
    No TV hookup
    Generators not allowed
    What to expect
    RV/tent site
    Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.
    6 guests max per site
    Campfires allowed
    Firewood provided, firepit. Use only the designated campfire pit in the BBQ area. Firewood is provided. Small fires only please.
    Toilet available
    Flush toilet. Flushing toilet, BYO toilet paper please.
    No pets
    Strictly no pets please.
    Potable water available
    Tap. Water is Alice Springs Town Water. Good quality drinking water.
    Showers available
    Hot water
    Cooking equipment present
    Bbq, communal, sink or other dishwashing station
    Picnic table present
    There is a table at the BBQ wagon for food preparation.
    Wifi available
    Pack it out
    We don't have a bin service. Please take all your rubbish with you.
    Laundry absent
    No washing machines available. There is a laudromat in town.
    Hot Tub absent
    No playground

    Things to know

    Getting there
    Check in: After 3:00 PM
    Check out: Before 12:00 PM
    On arrival: Head straight to site
    Cancellation policy: Flexible
    Minimum nights: 1 night
    Accepts bookings: 18 months out
    Park at listing
    No wheelchair access
    Max 2 vehicles
    2WD accessible
    During your trip
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    Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
    Reviews
    100% Recommend80 Ratings · 71 reviews
    Swag Inn in Alice Springs is a well-loved spot for campers who appreciate a blend of nature and artistic charm. Guests consistently mention the clean and well-maintained amenities, including hot showers and sparkling toilets. The creative use of recycled materials for sculptures and decorations adds a quirky touch to the peaceful environment. Hosts Kathy and Ashley are frequently praised for their welcoming nature and helpful local insights, making it a top choice for those looking to explore the area while enjoying a relaxed, secure camping experience.
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    Jordan D.
    3 reviews
    Recommends
    · November 2024
    16 ft car
    We loved our very brief trip to Swag Inn! Wish we could have stayed longer but it’s the perfect spot to explore Alice from. All the amenities are really well maintained and the site feels very secure, highly recommend. We also booked every last minute and Kathy was very responsive and helpful.
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    Warwick M.
    5 reviews
    Recommends
    · October 2024
    32 ft Class B
    We enjoyed staying at Kathy’s The facilities were great and in a really nice location. Very creative garden sculpture and fire pit area
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    Evan L.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · October 2024
    16 ft car
    Excellent and well thought out facilities, plenty of space and a great place to relax and kick back away from the bustle of Alice Springs!
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    Peter T.
    2 reviews
    Recommends
    · September 2024
    32 ft pop-up camper · With kids
    Kathy’s place was fantastic!! Not only were the facilities meticulous clean, the metal sculptures and clever repurposing of scrap metal and mechanical artefacts made it this place a must see work of art.
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    Megan O.
    5 reviews
    Recommends
    · August 2024
    Wow what a find
    13 ft pop-up camper
    Great location, excellent amenities and fantastic hosts. We especially appreciated the insights Kathy and Ashley shared of their local area and community which inspired us to explore Alice Springs more than we originally intended.
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    Keith H.
    4 reviews
    Recommends
    · July 2024
    12 ft pop-up camper
    Love this place in Alice. Kathy is very welcoming and there are great facilities
    Location
    Ross, Northern Territory, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Arrernte First Nations according to
    Native Land Digital.
    To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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    Hosted by Kathy W.

    Joined in March 2021
    Response rate: 100%
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