Bimbivale Caravan & Camp Sites

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9 reviews

· Kentucky, New South Wales · 540 acres

Hosted by Karen Z.

8 motorhome/tent pitches

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

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Bimbivale is a working farm located half way between Sydney and Brisbane on the New England Highway. We grow superfine wool, sheep and beef cattle, and we enjoy working with our Australian Stock Horses, Welsh Mountain Ponies and various working dogs on farm. There are critically endangered White Box - Yellow Box - Blakely’s Red Gum Grassy Woodlands located across the property, making it a beautiful place to experience the great Aussie outdoors. Being granite country, the property offers some special rocky outcrops and features. You may get to see some rare or even endangered species here. At 1100 m elevation, the winters are cold (with occasional snow), and the summers are divine, with daytime maximums reaching a top of around 28-30 degrees. Activities include bushwalking, mountain biking, fishing for trout or yellow belly in the farm dams, watching spectacular sunrises or sunsets from elevated parts of the New England landscape, watching your campfire crackle (fire season permitting), visiting the nearby Dobson's Gin Distillery or Kentucky General Store (10-12 km), or treating yourself to Uralla's many fine eateries or shopping experiences just 20 km up the highway. Bimbivale is also just 45 minutes from Tamworth and its Country Music Festival and AELEC (Australia Equine & Livestock Events Centre), or just 30 minutes from Armidale, host city to the University of New England and base for visiting the many National Parks and World Heritage Wilderness areas the region offers. Our camp sites are located along a central ridge line, which is fully accessible by motorhomes, caravans, camper trailers and two wheel drive cars in dry weather conditions. Most sites have a fire pit and access to water, but we recommend you byo drinking water. We can top up drinking water if required. Currently we prefer visitors who have their own ensuite/toilet facilities, although we will soon offer a toilet on-site. Sometimes we can offer eggs and fruit or vegetables from our orchard and garden. We are happy for your well-behaved dog to visit with you, as long as it remains confined or on a leash at all times. If you have more than 6 guests or 3 cars in your group, please book additional sites and we can ensure you are all able to camp together.These sites are situated along our central ridge with extensive sunrise and sunset views over the landscape. It's just a short walk to two lovely dams where you can swim. Koalas and possums are regularly seen in this area. Guests may be able to see other guests along this ridge line. Non potable water is available from various ridge line water points. Guests will need to be self contained, take waste with them and leave no trace.

Vehicle details

Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 65 feet allowed

Pull-through site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

Motorhome/tent pitch

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

5 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided

Pets allowed

On leash

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

No potable water

Bring your own water

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

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% Recommend9 Ratings · 9 reviews

Martin D.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

39 ft travel trailer · With kids

Lovely place. Very quiet and great to have a camp fire.

Angela M.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Quiet and secluded

Tent

Plenty of space and lovely walks, hosts very friendly and welcoming

Graeme T.

21 reviews

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· October 2024

23 ft Class B

This was a lovely quiet spot with plenty of firewood. Will be going back

Scott H.

3 reviews

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· May 2024

Tent

Great views of the New England highway as it snakes along the Ridge, entertaining to watch the traffic when it gets dark. The sight we had was exposed to the weather and may be a wee bit fun during storm season.

Hannah T.

6 reviews

Recommends

· April 2024

16 ft Class A

We wanted a quick overnighter for some peace & quiet and that’s exactly what we got. Well kept paddock, fire pit to use and plenty of firewood around. Our dogs enjoyed a dip in the dams and we all enjoyed walks around the paddocks. Easy to find and easy access on our 2WD van. Thank you for a great stay!

Carina K.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2024

16 ft car · Group trip

Nice and quiet location in beautiful nature. You even have the option to make a bonfire or go swimming in a nearby lake. Unfortunately we only stopped through briefly - I hope we can enjoy longer next time

Location

Kentucky, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Nganyaywana and Kamilaroi First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking