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The Homestead at Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm

The Rock accommodation with kitchen

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71324 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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The Rock, NSW
  • Place, The Rock Nature Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Birdlip Nature Reserve
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Wagga City Golf Club
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wagga Wagga, NSW (WGA)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

The Rock

In The Rock .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of The Rock Nature Reserve and 9 miles (15 km) of Birdlip Nature Reserve. Wiradjuri Walking Track Silvalite Reserve Trailhead and Wagga City Golf Club are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Rock Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Birdlip Nature Reserve - 14 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Wagga City Golf Club - 26 min drive - 22.6 miles
  • Wagga Wagga Country Club - 29 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Wagga RSL Club - 32 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wagga Wagga Station - 32 min drive
  • Wagga Wagga, NSW (WGA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Syvier's Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crystals Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Pizza Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Homestead at Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm

Stay in a restored farm house with all the charm of its 101 years and the comfort of modern conveniences. Situated on a working sheep and cropping farm on the outskirts of the country village of The Rock, we`re 30min from Wagga CBD, 25 min to Kapooka, 1hr from Albury, and in the heart of Lockhart Shire.
The house boasts 3 generous bedrooms accommodating up to 7 guests. All rooms have views to country vistas and The Rock over the fields.
Full kitchen, bathroom laundry & plenty of outdoor space.

Relax in peace and quiet, or experience life on a working sheep and cropping farm.

You will be renting the entire house.

The house has 3 bedrooms consisting of :-
-Queen Bed & Ensuite
-Queen Bed
-Double bed & Single Bed

There is a lounge room with a wood burning fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen with a table and chairs, 2.5 bathrooms, an equipped laundry, and a verandah around all sides of the house.

There is plenty of parking and a large yard to enjoy.

Access is via the main driveway to the property, it is shared with the tennants of the private rental next door, farm vehicles, and occasionally livestock.
There is plenty of space within the house yard for parking including for multiple vehicles and vehicles with trailers.

The house is approximately 3km from the main street of The Rock to access the supermarket, bowling club, cafe, butcher, chemist, and other conveniences.

The Rock nature reserve is a 4km drive via the road, or 2.5km via bike or walking through our property (contact Joel for permission and directions)

The Bullenbong Rd may be busy during harvest time (nov-dec) as we are close to the local grain stores. Please take care entering and exiting the driveway.

We are always around somewhere around working on the farm or at home with our kids. We may call in to say hello if we haven`t met you yet or can leave you to your privacy if requested.
Tours of the farm may be available if staying 2 nights or more.
We`re only a phone call or message away if needed.

Rural setting on working farm.
Privately rented house 150m away, NOT connected to farmstay, please do not approach the house.

Access to the farm to explore may be possible depending on farming operations, contact Joel for permission and directions.
This is a working farm, guest may be welcome to visit farmland after talking to host. Farming operations may take place nearby.
**Please be considerate of the neighbouring house and keep noise down after 9:00pm
Other house on property is NOT connected to farmstay, DO NOT approach this house**

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,324 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

This is a working farm, guest may be welcome to visit farmland after talking to host. Farming operations may take place nearby.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

596446

Frequently asked questions

How close is Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm to the airport?

This cottage is 28.9 mi (41-min drive) away from the Wagga Wagga, NSW (WGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Homestead at Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm?

As of Oct 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Homestead at Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm on Oct 7, 2026 start from $239, including 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 Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm to downtown The Rock?

This cottage is 2.2 mi away from The Rock.

Avalon Farmstay. Quiet cottage on working farm Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

thankyou for a lovely stay at farmhouse

beautiful little farmhouse so quiet and the host was lovely welcoming went above and beyond would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful farmstay

Avalon Farmstay was more beautiful and peaceful than we could have anticipated. The owners were lovely and very accommodating. The property was clean and provisioned with tea/coffee and breakfast supplies. I couldn't recommend staying there more.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

Excellent property and great communication. Best place for absolute quietness and quality. We wanted to climb the Rock at The Rock and this heritage cottage was the perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worth a visit
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight stay

Beautiful place, wonderful scenery and not too far from Wagga
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Uni catch up

Our stay was magnificent. The house was beautiful. There is not one single thing to fault. Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect country break

Perfect country style get away. Lovely old house that has been well renovated. Quiet with a great view of The Rock.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

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