Beach camping near Balgowan with horseback riding

Boat, fish, and hike from this sleepy Yorke Peninsula town.

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Australia
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South Australia
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Balgowan

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Ballara Art & Lifestyle Retreat

2 sites · RVs2 acres · Warooka, SA

A brief history of Ballara...Ballara is the 100-year-old family home built for William and Emilia (Millie) Baker & their five children. Built in 1910, it is understood Millie would not come to Warooka until the house was finished and furnished! Wise woman!William Baker came to Warooka as a young boy in 1884 with his mother, sister and 2 brothers, after the sudden death of his father.In the early 1900s, Will and his brother Alf became storekeepers, trading as Baker Bros. and running 2 stores in Warooka. Will, Alf and younger brother, Tom, also went on to become farmers.William met Millie when she came from Ballarat to visit her sister who lived at Warooka. Millie named her new home 'Ballara' in memory of her home town.A feature of the house is its ornate ceilings, and story has it that visitors came from afar especially to view them.William ran a wheat agency from an office on the front verandah and was also a contact for World War 1 recruitment.In 1927, William sadly died at only 50 years of age, leaving Millie on her own with their 5 children Doreen, Dulcie, William jr. (Bill), Ron, and Betsy.Millie died in 1965 and Ron continued living at Ballara until his death in 1988.Having never married and with no children of his own, Ron left the house and contents to his 10 nieces and nephews.After the family furniture was divided, Bill bought the house and placed it in the names of his three daughters.Carli and Penny were both able to enjoy some time living in the family home. Ballara still remains in the Baker family and is currently being cared for by Bill’s youngest daughter, Steph.

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Looking to experience the great outdoors near Balgowan, South Australia? Hipcamp has you covered with over 180 camping options in the area. From serene spots like Tarlee - Serenity (194 reviews) to the stunning Alma's Hem Amphitheatre and Retreat (88 reviews) and rustic charm of Eckert’s Old Place (45 reviews), you can find the perfect campsite for your adventure. With popular amenities like pet-friendly options, rubbish services, and toilets, and activities ranging from off-roading and boating to wildlife watching, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. And with average prices starting at $20 per night and options as low as $10, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank.

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