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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie

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· The Hatch, New South Wales
150 acres hosted by Bernard & Susan J.
6 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Best farmstays: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Best in New South Wales: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Welcome to Port Macquarie's 'The Hatch Farm'; a pet friendly, interactive animal and fishing farm stay! A 150-acre working farm with a stunning outlook over the saltwater Maria River (with a rustic boat ramp and waterway running into the Hastings River). Located on the Mid North Coast NSW, 4kms off the Pacific Highway, and a quick 13/15-minute drive to the holiday township of Port Macquarie. Port Macquarie is known for its beautiful beaches, coastal scenery and walks, koala hospital, and local strawberry and tomato picking. Bernard and Susan are custodians of the farm, primarily using the land for poultry (egg), pig, and goat farming. They are transitioning to an off-grid and eco-friendly lifestyle for their retirement. The Hatch Farm is home to many animals, most of whom are rescues - including border collies, cavalier king charles spaniels, chickens, ducks, pigs, sheep, goats, miniature horses, cows, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs. There is plenty to do and see around the farm from complete relaxation, interacting with the friendly animals (there is usually a variety of babies to cuddle!), to casting a line or launching your boat from the rustic boat ramp. Friendly pets welcome.
Activities
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Paddling
Natural features
Beach
Lake
River, stream, or creek
Swimming hole
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1216 Ratings · 606 reviews
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Lindsey G.recommends
September 24, 2024
5 Little Puppies
Defo a campsite to stop at!
Lovely host and campsite. The pitches were huge and even with the other campers we still felt alone. Susan very kindly gave us a tour of her farm and allowed us to hold the baby chick's and rabbits. I even got to play with some puppies. There were canoes and other things for us to use at our leisure and Susan couldn't do enough. Also, the fresh eggs are lovely!
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Lauren G.recommends
September 22, 2024
9 Group Site
A must visit!
Amazing stay at The Hatch Farm. Exactly what we were looking for. Host were very accommodating and friendly. Site was amazing in size. Kids ran free and loved the animals. Animal tour was great. Kayaking an adventure. All in all a perfect experience. Great to support family affected by the floods. Definitely worth a visit!
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Carmel C.recommends
September 22, 2024
5 Little Puppies
Highly recommended
This place is amazing, Susan couldn't do enough for us. A very special place we found a gem. Great for kids & adults alike! Learn all about the animals and feed them. Highly Highly recommend. Thank you so much Susan.
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Haley W.doesn't recommend
September 22, 2024
10 Group Site
Spacious, Quiet & Great Facilities
Enjoyed a great long weekend of camping on Site 10, it was spacious and private. Susan and Bernard were very accommodating and have thoughtfully provided camping comforts and a great experience from the hot showers, extra toilets, kayaks, farm animals and farm tour, trampoline, 2 fire pits for every site, and clean well-kept grounds, we had a great time and will be returning with family and friends.
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Sophia Siwoo S.recommends
September 22, 2024
10 Group Site
We loved our stays with stunning peaceful views. Highly recommended.
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Belle G.recommends
September 20, 2024
7 Little Bunnies
Loved tent camping here. Very peaceful and lovely water and farm views. Hosts were amazing and very helpful. My son loved feeding the animals. Highly recommended.
Location
The Hatch, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Biripi First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Bernard & Susan J.

Joined in July 2021
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