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Riverfront Farm Retreat with Modern Comforts at The Hatch Farm, Port Macquarie

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
AU$270
avg per night

Explore the area

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Blackmans Point, NSW
  • Glasshouse Cultural Centre
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Town Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Flynns Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Futons

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$270
avg per night

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About the area

Blackmans Point

Located in Blackmans Point, this farm stay is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rawdon Creek Nature Reserve and Kooloonbung Creek Nature Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wave Bowl and Billabong Koala Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed, or check out an event or a game at Extreme Velocity - Outdoor Vertical Wind Tunnel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Glasshouse Cultural Centre - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Town Beach - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Flynns Beach - 21 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Tacking Point Lighthouse - 27 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Wauchope Station - 17 min drive
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Twenty24 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Airport Cafe & Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cassegrain Wines - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Bowl - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Riverfront Farm Retreat with Modern Comforts at The Hatch Farm, Port Macquarie

Discover the charm of farm life without sacrificing comfort at Riverside Homestead, a spacious 2-bedroom retreat on a riverfront working farm in Blackmans Point, just outside of Port Macquarie. Whether you're craving modern comforts or immersive farm life, this homestead blends both seamlessly for families, couples, and pets alike!


Your Home Away from Home:
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• Bedroom 1: Sleeps 2 in a queen bed with fresh, cozy linens for restful nights.

• Bedroom 2: Sleeps 4 in a double bed, single daybed, and pull-out single trundle, and expansive walk-in robe—perfect for families or extra guests.

• Bathroom: Freshen up in the large walk-through rain shower or soak the night away in the freestanding stone bath; this bathroom has antique and rustic styling with brass fittings, unique tile work, and homely wood accents —truly a luxe wild meets modern design.

• Kitchen: Dreamy for home-chefs—complete with a five-burner gas stove, extra-large oven, stone composite sinks, dishwasher, and butler’s pantry with Breville barista coffee machine, oversized fridge, and open timber shelving, this kitchen is perfect for hosting and provides everything you need – just bring the food!

• Living Area: An expansive open-plan layout flowing from the kitchen, with comfortable leather lounges, smart tv with Netflix and Disney+, boardgames for screen-free family memories, and extra wide glass sliding doors that invite the outdoors in.

• Outdoor Living: Glass doors open to a covered alfresco dining area—perfect for breakfast with morning light or summery BBQ family dinners.

• Fenced Yard: Keep your pets and children safe and by your side so you can kick back and relax during your down time.

• Laundry: Convenient, in-home washer and dryer included.

• Heating and Cooling: Provided by oil heaters in the bedrooms, and ceiling fans throughout.


Around the Property:
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• Set on a working farm: There is always something interesting happening somewhere on the 150 acres; You are free to sit back and relax in your own space or get involved and get your hands dirty, whichever takes your fancy. If there has been recent rain, please bring your gumboots to explore the full farm!

• Boat Ramp: Have full access to the saltwater Maria River with our rustic boat ramp and sandy surrounds —perfect for launching your boat or dipping your toes!

• Kayaking: Explore the river and get a different view of the surrounds by paddling around Boomerang Island on our free to use kayaks and life jackets.

• Catch your Dinner: The river carries a range of saltwater fish and crabs, and many rave about the fishing spot we have here! Cast from the riverbank, out on the kayak, or out from your boat, there is opportunity for everyone to have a go (BYO gear, bait available for purchase onsite).

• Firepit: Ready for star-lit stories and marshmallow toasting, down by the river’s edge.


The Animals:
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• Meet your new farm friends: cows, goats, sheep, pigs, miniature horses, chickens, ducks, rabbits, guinea pigs, and adorable dogs—always ready to greet new guests. Many of the farm animals are rescues who enjoy their new relaxed life. Farm fresh eggs are available for purchase.

• There is usually always a new baby to see on your self-led farm adventures. In school holidays there is also the opportunity to come along to our mini farm tours where everyone can get up closer and cuddle a baby animal of some sort!

**Please note that we are also Hipcamp Hosts, with other guests booked in 10 sites for self-contained camping along our river front (south of The Homestead). Next to The Homestead is the original cottage on one side (where we have family living), and on the other side is our main farm shed. There are some landscaping works that still need to be completed around the farm, however these will not be undertaken during your stay.

Property manager

Bernard Jones
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
House has a fenced yard.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Farm Retreat with Modern Comforts at The Hatch Farm, Port Macquarie pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Riverfront Farm Retreat with Modern Comforts at The Hatch Farm, Port Macquarie?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Farm Retreat with Modern Comforts at The Hatch Farm, Port Macquarie?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Farm Retreat with Modern Comforts at The Hatch Farm, Port Macquarie located?

This family-friendly Blackmans Point farm stay is located on the waterfront, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Rawdon Creek Nature Reserve, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wave Bowl and Billabong Koala Wildlife Park. Douglas Vale Historic Homestead & Vineyard and Cassegrain Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Riverfront Farm Retreat with Modern Comforts at The Hatch Farm, Port Macquarie Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suz F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful øocation close to Port Macquarie

We loved the peace , the river and the animals. The owners were friendly and helpful, and it was a short drive to Pt Mc where there are beaches and tons to do. The house is lovely and coffee maker excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

vanessa r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick family stay

The whole family had a great time, will be coming back again 100%
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dog friendly great accommodation

Beautifully presented accommodation. Great for our elderly dog, enclosed fence. Highly recommended and would stay again if ever in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for families

We had a lovely holiday at The Hatch. Susan was very friendly and went the extra mile to give the kids some great experiences with the baby animals. The cottage had everything we needed and it was easy to get to the beaches and restaurants Port Macquarie.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our family

Very friendly hosts, great environment and the river offered great entertainment value with fishing/skurfing. Port Macquarie and the beaches close by. Great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and quiet

Cottage was perfect. River access and kayak availability was excellent. Nearby campers were surprisingly quiet. Was relaxing and quiet and wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The BEST place we have ever stayed!

We enjoyed the warmest, most welcoming experience at The Hatch Farm. Our kids have spoken about how much they loved their time there and how kind Bernard and Susan both are. We will absolutely be back again. Thank you so so much for giving us all a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous farmstay😄

So exciting for the children, friendly, accommodating, comfortable and clean, and animals everywhere!!! 💗 We will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farm Stay

Very nice and quiet. Bit wet so not able to take advantage of kayaks or farm tour but loved it. Close to Port Macquarie. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gar Man L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely animal farm

Lovely home. A lot of love put in to make sure it's comfortable to visitor. Kids love the interaction with the animals. Just would love it to be a little closer to Sydney so we could visit more often.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wei Yuan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best farm stay ever

I have never seen a farm stay as clean and modern as this one. The property was so clean amd it has been fully renovated. Great location with only 15 mins drive away from port Macquarie. Big thank you to Sue and Mag helping out on check in and sorting out the BBQ. The complimentary animal tour brings a lot of fun too. This will be my accomodation for my next trip to Port Macquarie
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberta G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Farm Cottage

We all loved staying in this very comfortable, cozy, & quiet cottage. Everything about it was perfect. Surrounded by farm animals, ponies, goats, puppies, & bunnies! And the river with kayaks! We didn’t miss not having a good wifi connection, because there were so many things to do, & all a short drive from Port Macquarie. My only regret is that we didn’t have time to stay longer. But I do hope to return 😁 Excellent welcome by owner who was very responsive to any requests. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous farm stay on the river with plenty to see and do.

Bernard and Susan welcomed us to their property and shared their beautiful animals and with us. The kids loved playing with the dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs. There was paddling on the river, jumping on the trampoline and joining in at animal feeding time. The property was a short drive to Port Macquarie and we also went strawberry picking just up the road. We enjoyed our stop over on the way to QLD and the home was clean and comfortable and roomy enough for our family of 6. Thank you, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy M., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Farm Stay Ever

Wow this was by far one of the best places my partner and i have stayed with our Staffy. Susan and Bernard are the most kindest and nicest hosts and so accommodating. The retreat is close to Port Macquarie and other surrounding areas. The home was so homely, the beds comfortable and the house just perfect. All the animals were so friendly, my dog made friends with the horses and the Ram and the resident dog Chloe. The farm tour was awesome and we were lucky to be there when the foal was born as well as the calf and rabbits and chickens. The little beach was beautiful and was great to go fishing even though we didn't catch any fish, it was just nice to sit and relax by the water, the farm fresh eggs were so yummy. Thankyou Susan. The only negative we have is we had to go home, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Namita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. The hosts were so accommodating and friendly. The farm is beautiful with lots of animals and the opportunity to see the animals throughout the stay with a daily morning tour of the farm as well. The cottage is just wonderful and well stocked it felt like home.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute farm stay

Great accomodation at the cottage in a beautiful location. Such wonderful hosts and lots of great activities for the kids - kayaking, baby animals, adopt a puppy. It was so great to recharge and let the kids run free. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Comfy country cottage

Great setup in a beautiful riverside setting. Fenced yard for pets. The only downside was a booking in the homestead next door. Loud family arguments and dogs roaming free meant we had to restrict our dogs movements, and curtailed exploration. Host got an automated message that we had checked out and arrived to clean the place before we had left. No big deal, but a faulty system.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family farm stay

Friendly hosts that go above and beyond. Immaculately clean cottage full of mod cons. Relaxed atmosphere with plenty of wholesome entertainment for the kids. Fabulous all round!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location, loved it

Kids loved the interaction with the animals
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Robyn O.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Very pleasant stay but needs a few tweaks

Overall fairly satisfactory experience but 1) Would be helpful to show a map with local eateries 2) Have milk stocked for guests to make cup of tea 3) Notified we were not bringing our dogs with us before we left home, so Bernard mentioned we were owed money ( I assume re. cleaning fee) on speaking with him, however have not had any follow-up. 3) The leather lounge in living area was covered with dust & dirt, must have been missed by cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BLISS

What a wonderful place for a relaxing break. Susan and Bernard are so warm and welcoming. Everything was perfect. The house was spotlessly clean, neat and well equipped. The dogs had a great time too, swimming in the river and at the beach. We will return to The Hatch.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esti v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A higly recommended accomodation

This place is outstanding! We love everything about this accommodation, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It is a perfect and safe place for our dog too. The house is well presented, clean and very comfortable with five-star facilities. Bernard, Alyse and Susan were very friendly and accommodating. Thank you. We will come back again and recommend this place to our family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Farmstay on the River

Relaxing peaceful farmstay. Friendly and welcoming hosts who go above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable. Lovely location on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021