Monday 14 August 2023

Yellow Stone who? Country holidays are the new European Summer!

Wallaringa Farm
Are you sick of logging on to Instagram and being bombarded with images of your friends galivanting around Europe while you are stuck in Australian winter? I know I am.

However, why not embrace what the frostier months have to offer and wander off the beaten tourist track and explore rural Australia for a weekend or two. Thanks to Toyota Australia and Stay In The Bush, we have put together a list of unique and authentic travel experiences that highlight the treasures that can be found in the Australian bush and also helps support local rural communities.

Whether you want to cosy up to a fire in Wallaringa, relax in a hot tub looking over the McLaren Vale vineyards or spend the day exploring the snowy mountain town of Cooma – there is a stay for everyone that will have you taking a big deep breath and absorbing the way of rural life.

Stay In The Bush is a beautifully curated directory of rural accommodation that showcases stylish, unique accommodation in rural Australia. It has been created by the same people that started the platform Buy from the Bush and encourages meaningful investment in the future of rural communities.

1. Wallaringa Farm (Wallaringa, NSW)

https://www.stayinthebush.com.au/stay-in-the-bush/p/wallaringa-farm
Guests: Sleeps up to 8
Wallaringa Farm is a 3-bedroom, dreamy farmhouse in the heart of the Hunter Valley, filled with natural light and complete with a wood-burning fireplace as the centrepiece. The home is set on a 750-acre working cattle farm, with beautiful views in every direction.

2. The Granary (Cressy, TAS)

https://www.stayinthebush.com.au/stay-in-the-bush/p/the-granary
Guests: Sleeps up to 6
The Granary has been described as one of those rare and special places that exudes beauty, character and warmth, a place that makes you feel instantly at home. Set amongst beautiful parkland gardens, this 1820s sandstone building has been lovingly refurbished to create a unique and unforgettable country accommodation experience.

3. The Ridge House (Yarragon, VIC)

The Ridge House
https://www.stayinthebush.com.au/stay-in-the-bush/p/the-ridge-house-yaragon-victoria

Guests: Sleeps up to 8 guests
The Ridge House is a fully renovated, beautifully styled 4-bedroom country home sheltered in the rolling green hills of Yarragon South, West Gippsland, only 90 minutes from Melbourne. Sleeping from 2 to 8 guests, our secluded bushland getaway is nestled in 50 acres of private bushland with ever-changing magical views that sweep towards Mt Baw Baw. It’s the perfect antidote to city life.

4. Altamira Retreat (McLaren Vale, SA)

https://www.stayinthebush.com.au/stay-in-the-bush/p/altamira-retreat
Guests: Sleeps up to 8 guests
Tucked away amongst McLaren Vale's rolling hills and the postcard blue waters of the Fleurieu Peninsula, Altamira Retreat is nestled into a little corner of paradise. Set amongst ancient gumtrees and shiraz vines, the stresses of everyday living are left at the top of the driveway.

5. Nest Stays (Cooma, NSW)

https://www.stayinthebush.com.au/stay-in-the-bush/p/neststays-by-birdsnest
Guests: Sleeps 6-12
Brought to you by Australian family-owned fashion retailer, birdsnest, Nest Stays offers boutique heritage accommodation with an extra touch of modern sophistication. Located in their home town of Cooma, NSW, the two lovingly restored terraces reside on picturesque and historic Lambie Street, just a short stroll to their store and the bustling heart of the town’s main centre. Both luxurious terraces can accommodate up to six adults.

River's End Retreat
6. River’s End Retreat (Albany, WA)

https://www.stayinthebush.com.au/stay-in-the-bush/p/rivers-end-retreat
Guests: Sleeps 2
Dreamy, slow days by the water is what a stay at River’s End Retreat is all about. This retreat on the banks of the Kalgan River was created from two shipping containers that have been completely transformed into a cosy getaway for two. Outside, there’s a deck and fire pit overlooking the river. It’s located amongst the red gums on a small, 30 acre working farm with sheep, alpaca and horses grazing nearby

* Isabella Pilcher, Senior Account Executive, Havas Australia isabella.pilcher@havas.com

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