Rancho Relaxo: The Best Farm Stays in QLD
Your search for the best farm stays in QLD ends here! Scroll the list of escapes from tiny home to luxury villas.
Itching for a getaway that will instantly relax you? There’s nothing quite like a farm stay to take your worries away as you wind down, surrounded by nature and the simple life. We’ve found a range of farm stays in Queensland from rustic to luxe, so there’s something for every style, budget and occasion. Don’t worry, whip cracking and cattle mustering are most definitely optional!
Whether you’re keen to downsize and decompress in a tiny home or explore more of Australia’s outback farm lifestyle, we’ve sourced the best farm stays in QLD to book for your next holiday.
Mayan Farm
Set on 100 acres in the Noosa Hinterland alongside the Kin Kin River and home to sustainable luxury villas like no other, Mayan Farm is a popular destination for those seeking to escape the rat race.
The villas are constructed from rammed earth and reclaimed materials like railway sleepers and timbers from the original slab hut building on the property.
Cattle and horses roam the property while the farm operates around you, so you can enjoy the buzz of activity on the working farm while you relax in your comfortable quarters.
342 Sister Tree Creek Road, Kin Kin
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Tiny Farm House On The Hill
Experience a Queensland farm stay and a tiny house stay all in one, with the Tiny Farm House On The Hill! Enjoy the 180-degree views of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and watch the miniature cows, sheep & alpacas from the windows of your minimalist tiny home away from home.
Dine under the stars and enjoy some of the seasonal organic farm fruit, veggies and herbs as you unwind in one of QLD’s best farm stays.
Peachester
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Bloodwood Cabin
Bloodwood Cabin is set within a 20,000-acre working cattle farm. But don’t think that means you’ll be slumming it! Set out with everything you need, it’s back to basics, whilst remaining anything but basic. Think fresh local produce that you can cook up under the night sky, gorgeous linen bedding and a bath under the stars. Enjoy long bush walks around the gorgeous natural bushland where you’ll likely spot cattle, horses, wallabies and kangaroos among the other native critters.
Bloodwood Cabin, Rawbelle
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Skyline Farm
Located in the idyllic Scenic Rim, this sprawling homestead sleeps 16 guests and is set on 755 acres of lush farmland. Enjoy 360-degree views while you laze by Skyline Farm‘s gorgeous pool or take a wander down to visit the property’s alpacas, chickens, sheep and cattle. Then head out and explore the best of the local food and produce scene in this stunning region.
Rosevale, QLD
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Cedar Glen Farmstay
Round up your Saddle Club pals and stay in the gorgeous Scenic Rim at Cedar Glen Farmstay.
With activities a-plenty like whip-cracking, trail rides, and guided cave hikes, you’ll make the most of your visit without having to lift a finger to plan.
There are a variety of accommodation packages to choose from, ranging from cottages to the homestead, all allowing you to drink in views of the stunning Lamington National Park that surrounds the 1020-acre property.
3338 Kerry Road, Beaudesert
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Tommerup’s Dairy Farm
Offering a real working farm experience, Tommerup’s Dairy Farm calls the stunning Scenic Rim home. The Tommerup’s team prides itself on offering genuine country hospitality and creating memorable experiences like no other!
There are only two guest houses on the property, so you’ll have total privacy to relax, and you can opt to join the daily farm activities like milking the cows or feeding the farm animals.
2142 Kerry Road, Kerry
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Cadaghi’s Cabin
Cadaghi’s Cabin is a wonderful retreat from your everyday life, but don’t just take it from us. Super host Stephanie was a finalist in the 2022 Host Of The Year in the Airbnb Host Awards — so you know you’re in capable hands here.
Enter via a private driveway, and you’re welcome to explore the property and visit the friendly farm animals, including Taco the pony. There’s also an outdoor fire pit with firewood and marshmallows provided. The cabin is cool and cosy and has the perfect deck to enjoy wine and cheese on in the afternoons.
Sitchu Tip: This cabin is a short drive to the renowned Spirit House Restaurant, so make sure you make a reservation to dine in advance!
Ninderry, Queensland
Wittacork Dairy Cottages
If you’re looking for a home among the gum trees, Wittacork Dairy Cottages are a wonderful place to stay! This working dairy farm is surrounded by acres of pristine rainforest and also adjoins Lake Baroon and the popular Kondalilla National Park. The cottages are self-contained with beautiful views, and you can explore the surroundings on one of the many walking trails.
Located in Maleny, this rainforest-hemmed farm stay is one of the best in Queensland to visit for an authentic farm experience. You can collect eggs, tour the dairy, feed the goats and pigs or even bottle-feed a calf! .
286 Tesch Road, Maleny
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Mavis Kitchens & Cabins
For an utterly wholesome escape, head to Mavis’ Kitchen to stay in one of the serene cabins on-site. Whilst this accommodation is not in Queensland, it’s a short drive over the border and well worth including in our guide to the best farm stays! There are several cabins to choose from, ranging from the spacious Farm House that houses up to 12 guests, to the secluded Secret Cabin or the romantic Couples Retreat cabin.
The gorgeous gardens are thriving with fresh fruit, herbs and produce that are used in the kitchen, or available for purchase in the form of preserves, pickles and more! Friendly and well-behaved dogs are also welcome at the farm stay, provided they stay on their leash when you explore the garden and surroundings.
64 Mount Warning Road, Uki, NSW
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