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Macfarlane

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· Bexhill, Queensland
24000 acres hosted by Louise M.
8 lodging sites · 4 Vehicle/Tent sites · 6 tent sites
Macfarlane is a working Merino sheep and beef cattle operation. It is 24,000 acres (9612 hectares). It predominantly open Mitchell grass downs country with a small acreage of Gidgee scrub. We are on the watershed of the lake eyre catchment system with the murray darling on the other side. We have a wide variety of bird life and native animals. Our seasons vary, sometimes it is drought stricken and others lush. Do not assume by looking at lovely green grass photos that it always look like this. We are new to this game so please be patient as we find our way. We offer accommodation at the shearers quarters and camping. Other than at shearing time our quarters lie idle. The quarters are basic with 8 bedrooms. Each room has 2 beds with a mattress, linen is not provided. There is basic showering and toileting facilities. There is a washing machine. The kitchen has fridges and freezers. There is an oven and a cooktop. There is very limited cooking equipment.  It is a 500 metre walk to the house dam. It has commanding views of the surrounding countryside. You can camp or park your campervan/RV at the dam. Feel free to pitch your tent here and simply park your camping vehicle and unwind. This site is dependant on seasonal conditions as to whether or not the dam is full or empty. There are toilets, showers and cooking facilities available at our shearers quarters 500 metres away.
Activities
Hiking
Swimming
Wildlife watching
Natural features
Forest
Field
Farm
94%
41 Ratings · 28 reviews
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Denise F.recommends
August 31, 2024
House Dam (Van Parking)
Louise’s place was a highlight of our trip through Queensland. We camped next to the shearing quarters and were blown away by the panoramic view. The night sky was expansive and clear. Louise was very generous with her time, answering our questions about the station. We had a late itinerary change and Louise was very understanding and quick with communications. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.
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Sarah S.recommends
August 12, 2024
Site 1 - Macfarlane Shearers Quarters
I loved my stay at the Shearer's quarters. The quarter are nothing flash, but are clean, comfortable and surrounded by magnificent views. The shower was hot and the kitchen functional. It was exactly the beautiful landscape and space I needed to take a break for a couple of nights on my journey. My hosts were absolutely lovely, and left me to myself, which is just what I wanted. I would love to go back.
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Irene S.doesn't recommend
August 10, 2024
House Dam (Van Parking)
Unfortunately we were extremely disappointed because the site we were on was covered in burs and prickles which made it impossible for my semi fluffy dog to walk. It took forever to remove all the burs and prickles from her fur too. The soles of our shoes were hard to clean as the prickles were stuck in them. It really was a shame because the experience would have been great otherwise.
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Joyce M.
August 10, 2024
House Dam (Van Parking)
The first thing was the information for where it was didn’t really coordinate with the signage. Quite confusing. Unfortunately the area we were given for our caravan parking was covered in burrs and dry weed which got into our footwear etc. Most uncomfortable. The positive was that it was remote and when the cattle and sheep came in the morning to the dam it was beautiful to watch.
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Andrew G.recommends
July 1, 2024
House Dam (Van Parking)
The most stunning location and fabulous hosts. Would highly recommend! Thanks for having our family, we will definitely call again!
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Bryce W.recommends
October 23, 2023
Site 1 - Macfarlane Shearers Quarters
Outback highlight!
We booked the shearers quarters and had the place to ourselves. What an amazing experience staying on this huge station away from civilisation. So peaceful. Wonderful hosts that make you feel welcome. They live away from the shearers quarters so it was totally private. A highlight of our outback trip. We loved the donkeys!
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Bexhill, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Bidjara and Dharawala First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Louise M.

Joined in May 2018
Response rate: 100%
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