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Sandalwood Downs Farm Stay Toodyay

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Ā· Dewars Pool, Western Australia
100 acres hosted by Jane G.
11 Vehicle/Tent sites
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A STAY AT SANDALWOOD DOWNS WILL BE ONE OF THE MOST MEMORABLE TRIPS YOU WILL EVER EXPERIENCE FOR PEOPLE OF ANY AGE. ***PLEASE READ OUR RULES AND GUILDELINES AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE BEFORE YOU BOOK. SANDALWOOD DOWNS FEATURES: 2 adults only sites 2 sites for 12 years of age and older. 7 family friendly sites. AN ABSOLUTE AMAZING SELECTION OF FARM ANIMALS. BEAUTIFUL VIEWS AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE. A MUST FOR LOVERS OF ANIMALS. A TRULY FEEL GOOD GET AWAY If you are looking for a truly unique and memorable get away with family and friends then the fabulous Sandalwood Downs in Toodyay is the place to stay. This is where you are up close and personal with the animals. Expect the very friendly donkeys to call out for a chat. The lambs are super cute. The camels will want a selfie. Our emus will want to play. The goats will want food and attention. The deer will want a kiss. The cows will ask for scratches and tickles All the animals have been hand raised from babies and are super friendly. This farm stay is one of a kind and for all people who want to be in the surrounds of our large variety of our fury and feathered family. šŸ¦™šŸ¦ššŸŖšŸ‡šŸ¤šŸ¦ƒšŸ¦˜šŸ¦œšŸ“šŸ«šŸ·šŸ¦†šŸ„šŸ«šŸ Most of the animals have been orphaned and brought to Sandalwood Downs to be lovingly raised and nurtured. šŸ¾šŸ’• Sandalwood Downs Farm Stay in Toodyay is now available for you to enjoy and experience as a tent camping, camper-van and caravan accommodation. Sandalwood Downs Toodyay operates as a farm stay and has been in high demand for several years now. After years of traveller's requesting caravan and tents sites, Marc and Jane are excited to announce as of March 2024 we now offering 11 caravan/camping/tent sites. With only 11 unpowered sites spread out over 100 acres, you are guaranteed privacy for you and your family and friends. 3 clean instant portable toilets. A refreshing cold bush shower is available on site. The farm also features a fantastic communal area for fellow traveller's to meet, chat, have a few drinks, sit by the amazing fire pit (during winter months), have a BBQ. The farm features many beautiful hand raised farm animals such as, camels, cows, miniature goats, donkeys, alpacas, lambs, deer, a pig, emus, ducks, turkeys, guinea fowls, geese, rabbits, chooks and peacocks. Spend some time strolling the stunning walk trails and taking in the amazing views on the property, The sunsets are vivid and beautiful. The stars shine and sparkle bright. Each site is cleared and levelled 11 siteā€™s available 3 sites accessible by 4WD only (Hill Top Double Tree, The break and The Ledge) No caravans, only camper trailers and tents at these 3 sights. 8 sites accessible by 2WD and 4WD. Suitable for tents, camper trailers and caravans and pop tops. Most sites have chairs and tables, except sites 8, 9. 10 and 11. A communal BBQ is available for use in the fire pit area but must be cleaned after use PLEASE NOTE ANIMAL FEED, EDUCATION AND INTERACTION EXPERIENCE CAN BE PURCHASED AT $15 PP on the Hipcamp extras page. (Please note all children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult) Join Jane and Marc for an unforgettable animal encounter! Get up close and personal with our lovable farm friends. Tour Details: Time: 9:30am or 1pm (variable times depending on animal needs) Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours Animal food included in ticket price (Please note all children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult COMMUNAL FIRE PIT / YANNING CIRCLE ONLY TO BE USED IN WINTER MONTHS MAY-SEPTEMBER DEPENDING ON SHIRE AND DEFES REGULATION. Fire pit open between 4.30 till 8.30pm NO INDIVIDUAL CAMP FIRES ALLOWED. Due to guest, animal and property safety. Guest breaking this rule will be asked to leave the property. The Julimar Forest is conveniently located just 2kms away. The fabulous township of Toodyay is only 8 minutes away. Sandalwood Downs Farm: The property is 100 acres of beautiful tranquility. Perfect for a family getaway or a romantic couple experience. Not suitable for large noisy party groups. The property is only 45 minutes from Midland and 7 minutes from the wonderful town of Toodyay. RULES AND GUILDELINES. While staying at Sandalwood Downs we would like all visitors to understand and accept the guidelines and rules, which are in place for everybodyā€™s happiness, comfort and safety. - No yelling or squealing in the communal / play ground area. This area is for everybody's enjoyment. If your children are yelling and squealing you will all be asked to leave the communal area. - Please supervise your children at ALL times, this is for their safety. Children are not allowed to roam free in the paddocks without adults. Please ensure your children do not yell, squeal or run. -Children must be supervised in the communal playground area, The playground is closed for use at 6.30pm. - No lighting of campfires. Local Shire and DEFES have very strong rules regarding this, and if lighting of a fire occurs people will be prosecuted by DEFES and the local Shire up to $36000.00 or 3 years imprisonment, -Fabulous communal fire pit open during winter months. No individual site camp fires due to safety of our property, animals and guests. -If you smoke please place your butts in a sealed fire proof container. Please do not leave them on the ground as it is a fire risk and our animals may eat them causing health issues. -No dogs permitted on the property due to our animals roaming free. -You must be totally self contained, own power and water, (3 clean portable toilet and refreshing cold bush shower are available for use in the communal area). -Please take away all rubbish. -No big party groups. -Quiet time from 7.30pm please. Please consider other guests and our neighbours. -Check out of campsite by 11 am please. -If a gate is closed, please close it behind you as will find it very hard to catch an animal that has escaped. - Please do not enter animal enclosures/ paddocks without Jane or Marc. -As we are a farm and you will be in our farm animals home, we ask you to please be kind and friendly towards all of our animals. -You approach all animals at your own risk -Please do not feed the animals any food that has not been given to you by Jane and Marc. -Please drive very slowly through paddocks 10km per hour as animals roam freely. -You will be handed a rules and guidelines policy when you arrive which includes an emergency and evacuation plan. Make sure you read and make yourself very aware of the guidelines, as your safety is very important to us. -Arrival during day light hours is a must please arrival by 6pm, for yours and our animals safety. The front gate will be locked at 6pm for security reasons and will not unlocked till morning. THESE RULES AND GUIDELINES HELP KEEP EVERYONE HAPPY AND SAFE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING ā¤ļøšŸ™ā¤ļø
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Shannon O.doesn't recommend
October 4, 2024
Hill base (site8)
Overall the stay was lovely. Marc couldn't be more helpful. The playground and firepit area was amazing. Would be lovely to have your own fire at your own camp, in season. Animals were so beautiful and well cared for.
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Dean T.recommends
October 3, 2024
Creek/Deck side 12 YEARS AND OVER
A beautiful place with picturesque views. Jane and Mark were great hosts and really went the extra mile. The kid's had a great time with plenty to do, and they particularly enjoyed seeing the animals. I'll definitely be back.
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Dean L.recommends
September 29, 2024
Goat mountain (site 5)
camped on goat mountain was great with beautiful views of the valley and visits from the emus and camels, Amazing Property to have the pleasure of visiting, Jane and Mark great hosts and there wonderful animals, kids loved the playground and the cute baby kangaroos. would defiantly be back to enjoy again.
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Christine H.recommends
September 24, 2024
The Plantation west Adults Only
Fantastic Farmstay
Great Farmstay Loved seeing and patting all the animals. Jane & Mark have a Beautiful property, and you see the passion they have for the property and all the animals. Loved walking over a few times a day from our campsite to pat the animals. We even had the sheep and Rudy the deer come visit us šŸ’• Highly recommend Sandalwood Farm Campground
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Jason C.recommends
September 24, 2024
The Ledge 4WD only (site 10)
Magical place, beautiful views, friendly animals and extremely welcoming hosts. Very clean and well maintained facilities. An absolute must if you enjoy the outdoors!
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Megan D.recommends
September 24, 2024
Creek/Deck side 12 YEARS AND OVER
Camping trip
We had a amazing time at the farm with the animal tour being the highlight of our trip, one of my kids has always been a little scared of animals and these beautiful animals gave her so much confidenced with them, the campsite was great and the hosts very friendly, we learnt alot on the animal tour, we will defently be back and reccomending to friends and family what a beautiful piece of paradise on the farm
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Dewars Pool, Western Australia, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Noongar 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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