Riverfront Hobby Farmstay

96%

120 reviews

· Brisbane, Queensland · 9 acres

Hosted by Melissa Y.

RV/tent site

· 15 guests max

Family-friendly

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

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Welcome to our lush 9 acre Hobby Farm Stay property overlooking the Brisbane River with horses, ducks, geese and chickens. Experience the joys of farm life, feeding the animals, collecting eggs and relaxing under the mango trees. You can choose a private campsite tucked away out of sight of the main house, shaded by mango and orange trees. If you choose to camp in the open away from the trees, the house will be in sight, but we live a quiet life and will respect your privacy. The site is perfect for couples and family/friend groups. We can accommodate, tents, campers trailers, caravans and RV's. Being so close to the CBD the site is a great option for 'shake down' short stays for your new caravan or camper trailer. If you're new to camping this is a great place to ease into a lifestyle that offers so many opportunities further afield. You won't have to share the campsite with other campers, you will have the spot all to yourselves. There is a large flat grassy area for kids to play and ride bikes. Please keep in mind that this is a 'Farm Stay', you will be camping on a working property which is also our big back yard. Your privacy is assured, however, if you are looking for total seclusion, this may not be the Hipcamp property for you. Supermarket, bottle shop, takeaways, cafe and pharmacy less that 4 km away. Campfires are permitted. Firewood is available as an 'extra' for $20, if you would like a bundle please amend your booking to include firewood. Power (10amp 0nly) and water is available close to your campsite, but you must bring your own camping toilet. Daily water usage is included in your booking fee. Long range water tank fill ups incur a one off extra fee of $10, please include this in your booking under extras. We are friendly hosts who will respect your privacy and welcome your children to participate in farmyard feeding times and egg collecting (less eggs in winter). Our geese and ducks and chickens are hand reared so they are not aggressive at all 😃 We have two Sausage dogs, Ockie and Arlo. Ockie especially likes to visit campers, Arlo is a little less social but she may visit if she musters up the courage. This is their home so if you aren't doggy people perhaps this isn't the campsite for you. Please keep your food and rubbish up high so the doggos and other critters don't help themselves. Horse riding lessons are available by prior arrangement. Please give 7 days notice prior to your stay should you wish to book a riding lesson. No dogs please, Ockie and Arlo are the masters of their domain and don't like doggy interlopers. NB: The site is not suitable for parties or large group gatherings.We have a lush 9 acre Hobby Farmstay with horses, ducks and geese less than 30km from Brisbane CBD. Your private campsite is tucked away out of sight of the main house, shaded by mango and orange trees overlooking a quiet stretch of the Brisbane River. The site is perfect for a quiet couples getaway or family/friend groups. We can accommodate tents, campers, caravans and RV's. You won't have to share the campsite with other campers, you will have the spot all to yourselves. There is a large flat grassy area for kids to play and ride bikes. Enjoy riverfront walking and riding trail access right from your campsite. Supermarket, bottle shop, takeaways, cafe and pharmacy less that 4 km away. Campfires are permitted, kindling and firewood can be collected on the property. Power (10amp 0nly) and water is available close to your campsite, but you must bring your own camping toilet. We are friendly hosts who will respect your privacy and welcome your children to participate in farmyard feeding times, egg collecting, etc . Our geese and ducks are hand reared so they are not aggressive at all 😃 No dogs please.

RV details

Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 32 feet allowed

Driveway access and drive through access, plenty of turning space. 2 wheel drive access.

Back-in site

Driveway access and drive through access, plenty of turning space. 2 wheel drive access.

Accommodates slideouts

Driveway access and drive through access, plenty of turning space. 2 wheel drive access.

Surface type: Grass or field

Depending on

Surface levelness: Flat

Depending on

Electrical hookup available

Less than 30 amps. 10 amp electric hook up is about 30 m from the site, but we have extra long extension reel available if required.

Water hookup available

On-property hookup. There is a potable water, tap is located 30 m from the campsite

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

15 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit. Brazier available at camping site. Kindling can be collected from the property and fire wood bundles can be purchased as an extra when booking or $20 cash on arrival property

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

No pets

Horses permitted by special arrangement

Potable water available

Tap

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 12:00 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

Wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

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.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Horse riding lesson experience

AU$85.00

Subject to availability, riding lessons can be arranged with our Therapeutic Riding Coach. If you add this extra to your booking please also message me that request and I will put you in touch with the coach. Please note availability cannot be guaranteed, your money will be refunded if we are unable to provide this extra during your stay.

Firewood bundlegood

AU$20.00

Barrow of firewood (approx 15 kg) plus kindling waiting for you at your campsite.

Long Range water tank fillgood

AU$10.00

Daily water usage is included in your booking fee. Long range water fill ups incur a one off extra fee of $10.

Reviews

96% Recommend151 ratings · 120 reviews

This campsite offers a serene escape with welcoming hosts Melissa and Robert, who go the extra mile to make guests feel at home. The setting is peaceful, featuring animals like horses, ducks, and geese that add to the charm, making it a delightful experience for families and animal lovers. Although most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few guests noted that the campsite is essentially the hosts' backyard, which might not meet everyone's expectations of space and privacy. However, the majority appreciate its proximity to city conveniences while feeling like a retreat into nature.

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Maeve F.

2 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Perfect

16 ft Class B

We had a lovely time. Booked last minute and we're blown away by how nice the place was when we woke up the next morning to sunrise over the horses paddock. Would definitely recommend to anyone passing through the area. Thank you for a perfect stay!

Niall F.

8 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Tent · With kids

Fabulous place to escape to. Melissa and Robert are very welcoming hosts and took the time to introduce our kids to their horses and got them involved in feeding. The campsite is the back yard of the property but, as you have the whole site to yourself, there is plenty of space. The experience was just as the hosts described in the Hipcamp summary.

Penny W.

2 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Nice and quiet, ducks, geese and horses to welcome you. Flat spot to park caravan.

Glenn B.

3 reviews

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· January 2025

30 ft travel trailer · With kids

Melissa and Robert, are fantastic hosts!! Extremely friendly and respectful! We had a great time here. So quiet it feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere, however short drive from everything!! The kids absolutely loved feeding the horses and hanging out with there two dogs who were there to greet us most mornings. As full time travelling family this place ticked all box’s. Thanks guys

Timothy K.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

16 ft Class B

Melissa was able to accommodate a last minute booking due to a delayed flight meaning we wouldn’t have made it to our original campsite. Campsite had power and water available and was quiet and peaceful.

Alfred H.

2 reviews

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· December 2024

Exclusive Hipcamp

22 ft travel trailer

Great Hipcamp. You have exclusive use of the site and the hosts Melissa and Robert are very nice. You can join in the duck and horse feeding if you wish or just chill and listen to the birds. Also they have 2 very obedient dachshunds that come around to say hi everyday.

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Yuggera and Turrbal First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking