Farm Stays near Brisbane

Farm stays are becoming increasingly popular as an ideal getaway for Brisbane families who want to get out of the city and show their Brisbane Kids what rural life is all about. We wanted to make sure we got a good range of places, with some real reviews, so we asked Brisbane parents on the Brisbane Facebook Page what they thought…

This is list is not exhaustive and we will add to it as we receive more information. Our advice is to ask lots of questions when you are trying to find the right farm stay for you.

• Look for testimonials on their website
• Head to their gallery (if they have one) so you can see pictures of what to expect, or head to their social media to do the same
• Ask what activities are included in the price
• Find out if meals are included
• Ask about the best time of year for baby animals
• Enquire about things to do near the farm stay in the event that it rains or you want a change of pace
• Find out how long it will take to get there

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Rural Getaways for Families

Bestbrook Mountain Resort

Bestbrook Mountain Resort is a family getaway featuring camping, bunkhouse, or cabin stay in Maryvale QLD. Located just outside of Warwick (this side of the mountain) it is cold in the winter, but still fabulous. Weekend and holiday programs for families include feeding the baby animals, horse riding, boomerang throwing, milking the cows, butter churning, whip cracking, billy tea and damper, and heaps more. Make sure you go on the wagon ride! Bar and restaurant on site. Bestbrook Mountain Resort

Read our Bestbrook Mountain Resort review

Cedar Glen Farmstay

Cedar Glen Farm Stay is in Darlington QLD, adjacent to Lamington National Park and comes highly recommended. It’s also within easy reach of Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Accommodation includes the homestead or cottages. At Cedar Glen you can enjoy milking cows, horse riding, boomerang throwing, whip cracking, pony rides, pig feeding, guided alpaca walk, cave walks and more. The location is also surrounded by picturesque landscapes and gorgeous creeks. Cedar Glen Farmstay

Clandulla Cottages

Clandulla Cottages is a popular family farm stay in Boyland QLD, near Tamborine Mountain. They offer suite and cottage accommodation. At Clandulla you can feed the farm animals twice a day, pet kangaroos, play a game of billiards or tennis, explore the nearby attractions of the Scenic Rim, or just relax and read a book under the shade of the Abbott tree. There are also lots of outdoor toys and a sandpit for kids, and the whole homestead is fenced off so the kids are safely contained. Clandulla Cottages 

Mango Hill Farm

Mango Hill Farm is set in Peachester on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, is the peaceful Mango Hill Farm. Guests can relax while sitting on the veranda of the 100+ year old Queenslander or breath in the fresh air wandering around the grounds. Garden tours, night owl handling and animal feeding are available and are enjoyed by visiting guests. Mango Hill Farm

Paradise Country Farmstay

Paradise Country Farmstay is located in Oxenford QLD, with accommodation including eco tents, onsite tents, and caravan and camping sites. Enjoy egg collecting, animal feeding and cow milking in the mornings, and at sunset relax on the hill for games on the lawn, wine tasting, a visit from some of the farm animals, and roasting marshmallows around the campfire. Paradise Country Farmstay

Read our Paradise Country Farmstay review

Tommerup’s Dairy Farm

Tommerup’s Dairy Farm is located in Queensland’s picturesque Scenic Rim, in the town of Kerry. This working farm is popular among South East Queensland families for getting back to nature, experiencing hands-on farm life and of course enjoying the multitude of awesome activities the farm has to offer. The friendly cows, calves, sheep, pigs and chickens look forward to your visit, and relish feed time and milking time with the guests. Tommerup’s Dairy Farm 

Wittacork Dairy Cottages

Wittacork Dairy Cottages in Maleny QLD is a working dairy farm that overlooks Lake Baroon. Situated next to a rainforest, accommodation includes cottages and a farmhouse. At Wittacork Dairy Cottages you can watch the cows being milked and feed the calves, pigs and goats, feed the chickens and collect their eggs, bottle feed the baby animals, or even enjoy a pony ride (must be booked). There are walks to enjoy with the whole family including a steep walk to Lake Baroon, rainforest walks, and a mapped farm walk. Wittacork Dairy Cottages 

Farm Stays Further Afield

Splitters Farm

Splitters Farm in Bundaberg, QLD is spread over 160 acres and features more than 400 rescue animals who now call the farm home. Visiting families will be kept busy with damper making, animal cuddles, guided farm tours, gourmet picnics, movies under the stars and more. If you are extra lucky you may even spot some native Australian animals such as platypus, wallabies, or the prehistoric lung fish! Splitters Farm

Read our Splitters Farm review 

Hosanna Farmstay

Hosanna Farmstay at Stokers Siding NSW combines the best of both worlds, with an interactive farm experience as well as lovely, clean hot showers! Accommodation includes cabins, huts and campsites. It also has a great swimming hole and facilities. Hosanna is a 100-acre family and dog-friendly farm stay offering activities such as milking the cows, playing in the creek, using the mud kitchens, playing around in the fort, making bush cubbies, and playing on the various swings. At night you can adventure down the road to the 500m long glow worm tunnel, relax in the wood-fired sauna over the dam, or just sit back and enjoy some quiet time around the campfire. Hosanna Farmstay

Read our Hosanna Farmstay review here. 

Bunyip Springs Farmstay

Bunyip Springs Farmstay is in Maidenwell QLD, 15 mins from the Bunya Mountains. Accommodation includes cottages and units and is a great weekend away only two hours from Brisbane. Activities include feeding the ducks and hens, gathering the eggs, milking the house cows, feeding and patting the calves and horses, feeding fresh milk to the farm dogs and cats, bush walks, the natural springs, horse riding (on request), and more. Bunyip Springs Farmstay

Lee Farmstay

Experience rural life at this 62-hectare farm in Kingaroy, QLD. You can choose to relax and enjoy the surroundings or get involved in one of the many activities on offer including feeding the animals, hiking, fishing, swimming or even enjoying a sauna. This pet-friendly accommodation means even your four-legged friend doesn’t have to miss out on all the fun. Lee Farmstay

If you think we should have a farm stay on the Brisbane Kids website that isn’t listed please post in the comments below! If you are looking for more of a day experience, Brisbane has plenty of options and you will likely be able to find a Brisbane animal farm near you.