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Barkala Farmstay

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Dandry farm house

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Seasonal outdoor pool
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2630 Dandry Road, Dandry, NSW, 2357
  • Sandstone Caves
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Warrumbungle National Park
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Sculptures in the Scrub Picnic Area
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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The Poets Cottage

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Farmhouse Room 1

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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The Studio

  • Sleeps 15
  • 3 Queen Beds, 3 Twin Bunk Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Farmhouse Room 4

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Farmhouse Room 3

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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The Old School House | Cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

The Old School House

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Farmhouse Room 2

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dandry

In Dandry .A stay at this farm stay places you within half a mile (1 km) of Pilliga Nature Reserve and 6 miles (10 km) of Timmallallie National Park. Sandstone Caves is within 12 miles (20 km) and Dandry Creek Gorge is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sandstone Caves - 36 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Warrumbungle Observatory - 42 min drive - 26.6 miles
  • Warrumbungle National Park - 45 min drive - 30.2 miles
  • Siding Spring Observatory - 62 min drive - 35.0 miles
  • Sculptures in the Scrub Picnic Area - 65 min drive - 14.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Wren Bush Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Barkala Farmstay

Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Dandry farm house
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Barkala Farmstay. The farm stay can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Dandry farm stay is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Barkala Farmstay offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with fans. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 to 40.50 for adults and AUD 5 to 20 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.25 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 12 to 40.5 for adults, and AUD 5 to 20 for children
  • Pet fee: AUD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.25 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in September and close in March.

Property is also known as

Barkala Farmstay Agritourism Coonabarabran
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Barkala Farmstay
Barkala Farmstay Agritourism property Coonabarabran
Barkala Farmstay Agritourism property
Barkala Farmstay Coonabarabra
Barkala Farmstay Dandry
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Frequently asked questions

Does Barkala Farmstay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Barkala Farmstay.

How much does it cost to stay at Barkala Farmstay?

As of May 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barkala Farmstay on May 31, 2025 start from $68.64, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Barkala Farmstay offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Barkala Farmstay, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 12 and 40.5 for adults, AUD 5 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Barkala Farmstay?

No, there is no casino at this farm stay.

What time is check-in at Barkala Farmstay?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Barkala Farmstay?

This farm stay offers free self parking.

Does Barkala Farmstay have a pool?

Barkala Farmstay features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Barkala Farmstay have a restaurant?

Barkala Farmstay is home to Blue Wren Cafe, which features light fare.

Does Barkala Farmstay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this farm stay.

How close is Barkala Farmstay to downtown Dandry?

Barkala Farmstay is 5.7 mi away from Dandry.

Barkala Farmstay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hardik

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing find. Really fabulous acc. Awesome food. Great amount of things to do. This place is well worth going to. Also has a large pottery studio. Very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is reasonably basic accommodation, but had everything that I required. It is dog friendly with many walks to take dogs on. I'd recommend it for a couple, especially if they have a pet with them. The pottery is also very interesting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful, off-grid delight

Lovely staff, clean comfortable accommodation, good food, lots of space to go exploring. Wish I had longer to enjoy the surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a little gem, all of the staff are happy and helpful. They are great communicators. This is a very rustic place, very clean, warm rooms, comfy beds. They offer cooked dinners as they are out of town, I had the cooked dinner and it was awesome. They have a very nice selection of quality wines. They have areas on the property that you can bush walk, with a lot of birdlife and native plants. There is an unsealed dirt road of about 10km long to get to them, considering the length and type of road it is quite good. There are some bumpy rough spots. I would definitely stay there again. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, pet playmates and nice homey feel
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emer

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very eclectic surroundings. The pottery was stunning and there were extra activates for the kids. They loved it too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Umair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay there. Had fun. Staff was really efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was great,fairly easy to access.Staff were top.notch . Being an amature potter myself I was mist interested in viewing the sale Gallery, the studio all the beautiful pieces completed and available for purchase .The prices were indicative of the quality and skills of each potter. A calm and peaceful place to experience .thank you to the team fof gheur cameraderie and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

van

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good experience, beautiful watching stars at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Genuine care shown by all staff made me feel so welcome. I am looking forward to returning to this earthy and meticulously clean oasis in the spectacular Pilliga! Dog friendly, home cooked meals, lovely fresh linen, intelligent staff, family owned and run, beautiful architecture, amazing pottery studio and so much more to experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brodie, Brisbane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - made a fantastic break from our road trip MEL - BNE
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The pottery was beautiful. The service was great. The food was very good quality and reasonably priced. It was a little hot but not their fault. Loved the stay would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff all willing to happy Really enjoyed the pizza.Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alicen, Sydney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique farmstay accommodation. You can feed farm animals, many bushwalking trails, pottery lessons, lovely cafe serving fresh wood fired pizza and home made gelato among other menu items. The staff are warm and friendly. It is a farm so expect some dust and flies, making it an authentic experience. Maria and her family have created a little oasis in The Pilliga.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT STAY AT THIS PROPERTY. We arrived late to find no lighting, no room numbers and people in the room that we had been told would be ours. There is no after-hours contact number and no phone reception at the property. We had to drive 35km back into town at 11pm after a frightening experience and were lucky to find alternative accommodation. These people are unsafe and inconsiderate. DO NOT GO THERE.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staying in the old School House. Really something special.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back to basics

Rustic accommodation but perfect for the environment - the little add-ons like the bushwalk with Kerry are super and the offer of dinner even though we arrived very late was much appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Christine, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay. The peace and quiet. The night sky. No mosquitos. Enjoyed the pottery demonstration and cafe. There are nice walks to go on . The only negative was that there was no hot water, so a cold shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely family environment, but logistics very difficult if you have babies needing bottles etc. We stayed in the farmhouse which was cute, but bring all your own cups/bowls/cutlery and be prepared to queue to shower and brush your teeth!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Yaroomba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great farm stay

We had a lovely stay! Comfortable room / bed and heating. We shared the bathroom with two other couples but we managed okay! We so enjoyed our panorama walk overlooking the property which took us an hour and half. My husband enjoyed his evening meal of German sausages & I the barramundi! Overall a lovely experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Kath, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Walks on the Property, Friendly hosts

THe owner was very helpful with anything we needed. The pinch pot classes were excellent value at only a third of the prices charged in Brisbane. My 10 and 12 year old boys enjoyed this a lot. Although we hiked at Warrambungles and Kapatur National Parks, this property had some excellent hiking trails and walks whic hwere well maintained and had peaceful beautiful views. The Cafe had excellent food. Blankets were warm for winter and the beds comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018