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Ferns Hideaway Resort

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· Byfield, Queensland

42 acres hosted by Anna & Wayne H.

25 Vehicle/Tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Anna & Wayne is a Star Host

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Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Ferns Hideaway is a secluded unique family owned bush resort and camping/caravan park nestled beside the stunning Waterpark Creek on 42 acres of riparian rainforest in tropical Central Queensland. Ferns is located in Byfield which is an easy 30 minute drive (39 kilometres) north of Yeppoon and adjacent to the beautiful Byfield National Park and central to all the area has to offer. We have a variety of sites and accomodation options to suit all styles and budgets with more than 25 camp/van sites, 5 traditional rustic log cabins, and several onsite vans, set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens and stunning natural surrounds. If it's peace and relaxation you're after, or more fun and adventure Ferns has something for everyone and boasts an array of other activities that are complementary for our guests. Spend the days lazing away by the pool, have a hit of tennis or explore the magical wilderness of Waterpark Creek in one of our canoes. The choice is yours! Our activities / amenities include: Fleet of Canadian canoes, in-ground swimming pool and spa, tennis court, beach volleyball court, ball games, kids activities, bush walking tracks, open grassed picnic areas, central camp ground, secluded camp sites, camp kitchen, camp lounge, toilets, hot showers, drinking water, licensed restaurant serving the best fresh local ingredients. Featuring an abundance of fauna and flora throughout the property, including a profusion of rare Byfield Ferns, giant paperbarks, wallabies, bandicoots, monitor lizards, water dragons and amazing birdlife, Ferns offers the perfect opportunity to relax and reconnect with nature, family and friends. Our restaurant is only open for larger functions and weddings, but we do offer takeaways on Friday and Saturday Nights. Try one of our famous pizzas!Ferns Hideaway is a family friendly hidden rainforest oasis with campsites and rustic log cabins located close to Yeppoon and adjacent to the beautiful Byfield National Park. 🌲⛺️🌿 Set amongst 42 acres of riparian rainforest with beautifully landscaped gardens and manicured lawns our guests have plenty of space to relax and unwind. 😌 In addition to the stunning natural surrounds guests can enjoy a multitude of complimentary activities during their stay including unlimited use of our fleet of Canadian canoes to explore the amazing wilderness of Waterpark Creek with direct waterfront access from our own private beach landing. Canoeing Waterpark creek is the real highlight for many of our guests! 🛶 Other guest facilities and amenities include anIn-ground pool and spa, full size tennis court, beach volleyball court, ball games and sports shed, walking tracks, well maintained hot water showers and flushing toilets, drinking water, camp kitchen and camp lounges and lots of open grassy and private spaces. 🎾🏓 We are pet friendly and ask that owners pick up after their pets and that animals be kept on a lead at all times and so as to not disturb our local wildlife and other guests. 🐶 Campfires are allowed and most sites and all cabins have fire pits included. Firewood is available onsite or you are welcome to bring your own. We don't mind that you collect any sticks or fallen deadwood from the forest floor however please note we do not allow people to use chainsaws onsite for safety and preservation reasons. 🔥 Ferns is centrally located to all the beauty that Byfield has on offer including Upper Stoney Creek, Byfield National Park, Five Rocks, Nine Mile Beach as well being a great base to explore to other local areas and attractions of Yeppoon, Emu Park, Great Keppel Island, The Caves, Rockhampton and surrounds. 🚌 Yeppoon is an easy 30 minute drive away (just 39 kilometres) and offers stunning beaches, many great restaurants and shopping options, the Kraken and the amazing Yeppoon Lagoon with incredible views overlooking the ocean and the Keppel Islands. 🏝 Ferns Hideaway and the greater Byfield area is home to an amazing array of flora and fauna including the rare Byfield Fern (unique only to Byfield!), wallabies, bandicoots, emus, bush turkeys, lace monitor lizards, water dragons, and a incredible range of birdlife, so if birdwatching is your thing, then Byfield is a destination you won't want to miss! 🦜🦉 🦘 To truly appreciate this beautiful corner of the world you simply must come and discover Byfield and all its hidden treasures! 🏔☀️🌲 Ferns hosts Anna & Wayne look forward to making your stay a special one!

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

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