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Otways Farm Hideaway

98%

· Kawarren, Victoria

200 acres hosted by Euan M.

2 Vehicle/Tent sites

Euan is a Star Host

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100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Green, tranquil and picturesque. Kangaroos and wallabies often emerge at dawn and dusk from beneath the 150-foot tall eucalypts of the Great Otway National Park along our farm's eastern boundary. Occasionally koalas nestle in trees around the camping area. You can swim in the unfenced dam, which is fed by a mountain spring on our 200-acre property. But please be aware that the unfenced dam is a drowning hazard for children, so we don't accept bookings that include children under 10 for public liability reasons. We've limited the number of campsites to 2 in an area that could host 200 (see both listings on Hipcamp of our 2 campsites at slightly different prices). If you would like even more seclusion, then you are welcome to book both sites so you can talk, drink and play music as late as you like, without having to consider another group of campers. This is a totally different holiday experience to a crowded beach resort, caravan park or camping ground. It's like a hideaway in the hills. Our livestock is the reason why we cannot allow pets on the farm, except for guide dogs and legally accredited assistance dogs. Even small dogs who haven't previously seen a cow can cause stampedes. Please also be aware that from mid-December to mid-April, the CFA enforces district-wide bans on campfires. Fortunately, gas stoves and gas barbecues are allowed across the summer, unless specific days are declared as total fire ban days due to extreme heat. Please note that wood-fired barbecues or burners, even if enclosed and fitted with a chimney, still present a spark/ember hazard across summer, so are not permitted. The owner is a member of the local CFA, so there are no exceptions to these fire restrictions. Also, no parties please. There is a flushing toilet for each site. It is a septic system, so to keep the toilets working properly it is important to only flush human waste and toilet paper. Things like wet wipes and cooking grease will clog up the system. Camping trailers and campervans work better on the sites than heavy caravans or motorhomes. Rain at any time of year can make heavy vehicles difficult to manoeuvre into position or tow out without getting bogged and causing major damage to the grass covering the campsites. The sites are on slight inclines, so levellers can be useful. It's also worth noting there is nowhere to empty caravan/motorhome toilets on or near our campsites (the nearest free toilet waste disposal facility is at Winchelsea, although there is a facility in Colac that requires a small payment). When camp-fires are permitted, guests can bring their own axe, saw or chainsaw to cut up deadwood near the campsites on the important and non-negotiable condition that using their tools is entirely at their own risk. Alternatively, bags of split firewood can be bought from local suppliers in the district or your hosts.

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Paddling

Natural features

Forest

Swimming hole

Waterfall

Field

98%

49 Ratings · 43 reviews

Josh P.recommends

November 5, 2024

Campsite 2

This was an amazing campsite on a beautiful property. Very quiet and peaceful but also connected to the main roads in the area. We saw koalas, joeys and various birds just on the campsite alone which was beautiful. Euan and Tracey are impressive hosts with great communication and support where needed. We would highly recommend this site to others.

Henry D.recommends

October 27, 2024

Campsite 1

Great Location and Fantastic Host

Really well set up camp sites right next to the national park. Brand new toilet facilities and the sites are tucked away and very private. Euan was a fantastic host - greeting us and letting us know about the area. Couldn’t fault our stay and would highly recommend

Kyle D.recommends

September 29, 2024

Campsite 1

Perfect private getaway

Wonderful private spot in a great location. We were the first people people to use the new toilets wish was a bonus! Like all the previous reviews, Euan came down and gave us a lovely warm welcome, gave us recommendations and places to visit. Can see why he is rated a star host, 10/10. Will be back in summer for certain! Thanks Euan, Kyle & Bec

Charles W.recommends

May 5, 2024

Campsite 2

Beautiful campsite and Euan was super helpful. I loved it!

Matthew W.recommends

January 28, 2024

Campsite 1

Would come again!

The 4 of us were very impressed with the camping site. Euan was very helpful answering our questions and made us feel very welcome. What a beautiful spot next to the swimmable dam! Thanks Euan

Mitchell P.recommends

January 17, 2024

Campsite 1

Great campsite. Lovely and secluded with no people around. Had a great time chilling out by the dam. Will definitely return!

Location

Kawarren, Victoria, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Gulidjan First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Euan M.

Joined in January 2021

Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 2 hours

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