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Portofino farm

91%

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31 reviews

· Hoddles Creek, Victoria · 15 acres

Hosted by Lucas De S.

Tent pitch

· 4 guests max

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

Secluded in its location, amongst the bushy hills of Hoddles Creek. Much of the 15 acres is undulating bushland with a track looping the property. The track leads down past a beautiful dam located in the property and weaves its way to border the Kurth Kiln Regional Park. Park near the dam and wake up in the morning to the sounds of the birds and have breakfast by the water. During the day go to the amazing nearby wineries in the nearby yarra valley and enjoy lunch in style. Please note: in case of recent rains 2wd/campervans/RVs may have difficulties accessing the site!!Pitch your tent or park your car in the middle of secluded bushland and enjoy nature at its best. Next to the parking location there is a beautiful 15 min track around the property amongst the trees where you can go for a walk in the morning. The main house is 5 min walk up the hill.

What to expect

Tent pitch

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

4 guests max

Campfires allowed

Pets allowed

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Bins available

No potable water

No showers

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

4WD recommended

In case of recent rains, terrain can get VERY slippery and 2wd or if you are towing a RV/van etc, you may struggle to make back up the hill and getting bogged. In this case we recommend leaving the car near the main house and walking down to the campsite.

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

91% Recommend35 Ratings · 31 reviews

The campsite offers a serene forest setting, perfect for those looking to escape into nature. The host is frequently mentioned as being welcoming and helpful, contributing positively to the experience. While the area provides a peaceful retreat with bird songs and forest trails, some campers noted issues such as noise from nearby roads and challenges with access during wet conditions. Overall, it's a recommended spot for those seeking tranquility close to Melbourne, but be prepared for some practical considerations like lack of facilities and potential weather-related access challenges.

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Olivia S.

1 review

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent

It was a nice, relaxing spot surrounded by trees - lots of birds around. We went in summer so had no issues with driving up and down the driveway. The host is super friendly and responsive over messaging. You can hear the road, particularly motorbikes and trucks throughout the day and night. Also heard gunshots quite a bit at night! No toilet or running water which was a bit of an issue but we knew that signing up to staying there. There was a bit of rubbish around too. Overall would recommend for a nice spot close to Melbourne!

Sean K.

2 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Tent · With kids

Great little spot amongst the trees. Very welcoming host. Thanks!

Andrew V.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· January 2025

Chill Getaway

Tent · With kids

Nice little spot to camp out with the family for the weekend. Directions to the site were clear and it was all very tidy when we arrived. It rained while we were here but it really wasn't the problem it could've been because of the shelter. We did get a lot of little flies our second night, but being next to a dam that shouldn't have been a surprise, just need bug spray next time. The kids had a ball in the nature, the kookaburras laughing during the day were fantastic and the frogs croaking at night put us to sleep. Lots to do in the surrounding area to keep us busy but could've kicked back all day too.

Kasra M.

10 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· October 2024

Serene Nature Escape

Tent · With pets

I had a great stay. The surroundings were beautiful and peaceful, perfect for a nature escape. However, be prepared for some truck noise in the mornings. Overall, a lovely experience with a welcoming host! Would definitely recommend.

Justin P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent

Nice and quiet. Great place to unwind and relax.

Padraig S.

2 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

Tent · With pets

Excellent host, very friendly! A great camp-site with an undercover area to make use of.