Get a taste of beach and country at farm stays in QLD

Get a taste of beach and country at farm stays in QLD

A farm stay in Queensland is a fantastic choice for a holiday retreat away from the hustle and bustle of life. With a farm stay, you get an authentic rural experience with a rustic or modernized farmhouse, often with acres of land and farm animals. One popular choice is a small 3-bedroom farm cottage that sits upon a hill leading down to a fresh stream, with a dining table on the deck to sit, eat and absorb the surrounding scenery. You may get to see a platypus swimming around, and you’ll be provided with fresh eggs from the farm chickens. Queensland doesn’t lack in natural beauty, and a farm stay is the perfect type of retreat for country fun and relaxation.

Farm stay in Sunshine Coast

Rustic farm stays can make the perfect holiday not far from Sunshine Coast. Sunshine Coast farm stays are an incredible blend of coastal splendour and the peace and tranquillity of the countryside. You could rent a farm cottage all to yourself with 3 bedrooms, solid wood floors throughout, a contemporary kitchen and breathtaking views. Another farm stay has horse pastures, a private pool, and a shaded garden as you approach the front door. A few kilometres off the coast in the rolling hills near Cooroy sits a contemporary farmhouse, where you can enjoy a modern minimalist approach to a luxury farm stay that radiates country chic appeal.

3-bedroom hinterland farmhouse with verandahs surrounded by rolling hills and valleys

Desirable Gold Coast farm stays

If you desire a luxurious farmhouse with a rustic design that also includes contemporary amenities, you may want to look into a Gold Coast farm stay. With a farm stay less than a kilometre from the coast, you can enjoy the sights and sounds of Coral Bay, while also being immersed in lush foliage with farm animals and curious wildlife. A more classic farm stay might be appealing to you, such as one with wood trim and a large back deck, especially one located on sprawling green pasture with a beautifully landscaped private pond, or you may like a refurbished farmhouse with wood floors and an open floor plan that is located on a dairy farm.

Retreat to a Maleny farm stay

Not far inland from the Sunshine Coast is the tranquil, forested Maleny. Maleny is a great retreat destination to find your perfect farm stay. One farm cottage offers 2 bedrooms with a wraparound porch where you could sip wine in the evening, or you could meander through the private botanical garden. The interior is covered in an inviting white wood panelling that sets off the dark hardwood floors. You may also like a contemporary 3-bedroom farmhouse with leather recliners in the living area for napping and a large fishing hole on the property.

Porch of farm house with railings and seating area overlooking lush garden

Stanthorpe farm stays to enjoy

Stanthorpe is known for its national parks and incredible rock formations. If you would like to experience the best that Stanthorpe has to offer and the relaxation of a private farm cottage, then a farm stay would make for an ideal holiday. Many prefer a classic farmhouse with a neighbouring garden and quaint interior, while others prefer a more modern approach with updated amenities. In either case, Stanthorpe has that and more, such as a living room with wood-fired heater in the corner to sip wine and enjoy the crackling fire. Additionally, you could roam the grounds to see the herds of cattle or take a dip in the well-maintained pond.

Byron Bay farm cottages

Byron Bay is a beautiful coastal town just across the border in New South Wales, and there you’ll find one of the most unique farm stays in the region. As glamping has become more popular, you can find a glamping farm stay that’s part tent and part cottage. The experience is popular for many travellers, whether as a romantic retreat, with a group of friends or for anyone in need of peace and solitude. You get to enjoy the serenity of the outdoors in a luxury tent with a full kitchen and bath amenities. There’s even a wooden bar with stools on the edge of the deck to eat breakfast immersed in nature.

Exciting farm stays in Toowoomba

If you are thinking about a farm stay in Toowoomba, you have really great choices. Just a short distance north in Cooby is a highly sought after 3-bedroom farm stay with the perfect balance between rustic and modern, as every comfort and amenity is at your command, including a landscaped swimming pool area and hot tub, while maintaining an authentic country feel. Otherwise, if you’re up for an equine adventure, you can rent a 4-bedroom farmhouse with horse trails on the premises to adventure through the rolling hills and rocky wilderness for an unforgettable holiday experience.