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Haven | Historic alpine farmstay

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· Nimmitabel, New South Wales · 6 acres

Hosted by Sarah J.

RV/tent site

· 6 guests max

Haven is a sanctuary for wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. As a fully licensed wildlife carer with over 5 years' experience I often have a range of animals in care (as I write this I have two ringtail possums with me). I love sharing this part of my life with people, its so special to hear the stories of these critters and be able to connect with them. There are also a few permanent animals in residence, these include brumby Tiana, retired racehorse Shirley as well as house cat and dog Mishka and Loui. The church in the property was originally built in 1904 as a Methodist church from hand cut local timber but was deconsecrated in 2004. The church is now privately owned (by me) but still remains part of the town's heritage trail. The campsite consists of just one site and basic camp toilet facilities (there are also fully serviced public toilets around five minutes walk away at the lake). The site sits at the top of the valley overlooking the horse paddock with a historical railway line running through it and views over the main range of the snowy mountains. It occasionally also snows here and in warmer months the fields are full of flowers. If you're lucky you may even get to see one of the birds of prey that often circle above the valley. Guests may also have the opportunity to observe the feeding of any wildlife in care as well as help to feed the horses during their stay. Nimmitabel is a picturesque historical village located on the Monaro high plains on the top of the great dividing range. At 1070m elevation it's one of the highest altitude towns in the country. The town is less than 5 minutes walk away and has several cafes / dining options (including our famous bakery), a couple of antique stores, a petrol station, country club, and a few other speciality stores like the CWA store (which stocks a range of locally produced goods). Nimmitabel is approximately one hour from the coast, one hour from the snow and 1.5 hours from Canberra, making it a great base for all kinds of adventures! I look forward to welcoming you.The campsite is 7m by 7m, it has basic camp toilet facilities (there are also fully serviced public toilets around a short walk away at the lake). It sits at the top of the valley overlooking the horse paddock with a historical railway line running through it and views over the main range of the snowy mountains. It occasionally also snows here and in warmer months the fields are full of flowers. If you're lucky you may even get to see one of the birds of prey that often circle above the valley. Guests may also have the opportunity to observe the feeding of any wildlife in care as well as help to feed the horses during their stay - please enquire when booking if you would like to do this. The historic town of Nimmitabel is less than 5 minutes walk away and has several cafes / dining options (including our famous bakery), a couple of antique stores, a petrol station, country club, and a few other speciality stores like the CWA store (which stocks a range of locally produced goods). Nimmitabel is approximately one hour from the coast, one hour from the snow and 1.5 hours from Canberra, making it a great base for all kinds of adventures!

RV details

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

Vehicles under 22 feet allowed

Pull-in site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

The site is fairly flat but it is grass so some levelling may be wanted based on your preferences.

Surface levelness: Flat

The site is fairly flat but it is grass so some levelling may be wanted based on your preferences.

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

6 guests max

Toilet available

Portable toilet

No campfires

No pets

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: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check out: Before 10:00 AM

Late check-out may be available

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 18 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

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