A luxurious bush bath and a huge private bell tent are all yours at this truly memorable tented farm stay in the heart of Margaret River wine country
Welcome to what we call bush luxe: a breath-taking bell tent filled with sumptuous furnishings, books, artisanal cafe station and ephemera from a bygone era of travel.
In the vein of luxury African safari camps, our tented stay evokes a unique and authentically Australian feel through carefully curated contemporary Australian design and vintage styling.
Every comfort is thoughtfully provided for all seasons.
In winter, the tent is heated with an electric fireplace, providing a safe but cosy fireside ambience; the queen-sized bed is fitted with a lofty mattress topper and electric blanket; a heavy wool blanket is stored to add to the double-thickness quilt if needed (unlikely!) and there's a generous supply of Australian wool shawls and tent socks for your further comfort.
For summer, a portable air conditioner has been installed. (Please note that daytime temperatures inside the tent can be very warm without air conditioning although nights tend to be much cooler).
We're so pleased to announce our genuine, fully-restored antique claw-foot bush bath is now in place for cooling and relaxing under the giant karri trees.
We provide the region's best artisanal cafe station: Margaret River Roasting Co plunger coffee, choice of Seven Seas Teas (Cowaramup), Bahen and Co (Margaret River) hot chocolate and real milk.
A large icebox is provided for all your regional food, wine and craft beer finds (or can be stocked with gourmet options, please enquire) and your kitchenette provides for all your self-catering requirements: fine Schott Zweisel glassware, Falcon enamel dinnerware, Stanley and Rogers cutlery, non-stick cookware, a gas burner, utensils and more.
A full-sized Weber Q barbecue and gas bottle is at your tent site, and campfire cooking is an option.
Firewood is supplied for your traditional campfire (subject to seasonal fire restrictions) ... we can light it and provide tips to keep it going if it's not normally your thing! PLEASE NOTE: from November 9, 2021 until December 22, 2021, the Shire of Augusta Margaret River enters a restricted burning period. Campfires will be allowed between the hours of 6pm and 11pm only, except on days deemed to be Very High fire danger and above (when no campfires will be permitted). From December 23 until the end of the summer prohibited fire period (TBA), no campfires will be allowed.
Local blacksmith James Huston forged the cooking tripod and fire tools, there's a billy for traditional tea-and-damper-making and cast iron cookware is also available.
Mobile signal is strong (wifi unavailable), although we think you'll love turning off your devices for this nature experience.
Your campsite is situated on our family property five minutes south of Margaret River town in the heart of premium wine country - we're just down the road from Voyager, Leeuwin and Xanadu Estates.
Our own vineyard produces a small-batch, minimal intervention Bordeaux- style cabernet blend which you are welcome to taste when available. Free-range eggs are also available on request or as part of our local gourmet options (please enquire).
The site is also adjacent to the beautiful Wadandi Track - a wide former railway reserve which serviced the region's once-booming timber industry.
Additional gourmet options are available - choose from an epic brunch hamper of premium regional produce, a regional tasting plate, artisan-made chocolate, nougat, wine, gin, beer.
While the campsite is very private, it is sited approximately 50 metres from our family home and working vineyard, separated by dense peppermint gums. There may be occasional need for machinery to be used in the vineyard during your stay (tractor, pump, sprayer etc). To ensure a peaceful stay we will communicate with guests in an endeavour to minimise any disturbance.
We are very mindful of guest privacy and will not intrude unless invited. We are only too happy to respond to any questions or requirements, but ask that during your stay you phone or text us rather than approach the main residence.
Please note that we have two super-friendly staffordshire terriers - Banjo and Mabel - and free range chickens on the property. While we strive to keep them away from your campsite, we can't guarantee against a rogue visit! Please let us know if this concerns you.
Other things to note
PLEASE NOTE: from November 9, 2021 until December 22, 2021, the Shire of Augusta Margaret River enters a restricted burning period. Campfires will be allowed between the hours of 6pm and 11pm only, except on days deemed to be Very High fire danger and above (when no campfires will be permitted). From December 23 until the end of the summer prohibited fire period (TBA), no campfires will be allowed.
Dogs live on the property.