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Monastery of 11 Strings

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123 reviews

· Wombeyan Caves, New South Wales

400 acres hosted by Victoria W.

10 Vehicle/Tent sites · 2 tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Private sites

98% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Lovingly developed for 15 years as a mindful refuge & wildlife corridor by Victoria, a filmmaker/permaculture designer, the property was completely destroyed in 2018. Thus the mega bushfire cycle began impacting forever most of NSW's flora, fauna & people. Nature ultimately prevails & slowly the untamed terrain is healing. After studying at RMIT School of Architecture & Design for three years with the intention to design tiny living house systems better suited for harsh environments, Victoria has returned. Slowly she rebuilds a humble off-grid existence from the burnt-out bus fusing knowledge of building design with her food forests/aquaponics passion, keen to create an environmentally connected experience to share with like-minded others. By staying you are helping her & all the wild things emerge from the ashes. Thank you. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- No flies on us this winter... Book a stay until the end of July 2023 & get 25% off! Use the code EDMVEXWK when booking.

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Vehicle/tent sites 10 sites

1 - RAINBOW TREE

98% (28)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 15 · Vehicles under 32 ft

1 - RAINBOW TREE CAMP is by far the most spacious, and accessible site with ample flat areas to park and set up camp. Can accommodate a fullblown posse, and all vehicle friendly. Featuring a handhewn picnic table made from milled fallen trees from the land, an upcycled gas BBQ with tools and cleaning vinegar [please leave it as you find it] personal IBC station for utility water, Compost Revolution Eco Tumbler for all food waste, a private compost toilet with killer views and camp fire pit with big sky above and beyond the mountain range. Close to the main gate but still hidden away from the road with views of adjacent Mares Forest National Park and the odd jumping wallaby or even wild brumby passing through.

7 - THE HERMIT HUT

98% (24)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 32 ft

Situated up high and nestled into the back of the hill with panoramic views this site offers expansive mountain views from North to South looking east to especially soak up morning sun & the still standing original handhewn from foraged items Hermit Hut . Incredibly private, this spot is the Jewel of The Monastery Nile. Suitable for a slightly larger than usual setup and can support a camp trailer or even small caravan. Suitable for the solitary types through to a small group including fur family friends. 4WD recommended, however as long as your vehicle has clearance for uneven ground it's fine [just don't drive too far down]. Supplied on site is a personal IBC for utility water supply, compost toilet, composting wheelie bin, food waste bucket and stone fire circle for enjoying warm smoky tendrils up in the stars.

2 - BRUMBIES NOOK

100% (20)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 32 ft

2 - BRUMBIES NOOK is a lovely sheltered space tucked away overlooking mostly bush and pastoral hills opposite. Situated conveniently just off the main driveway which is more a kangaroo track really. This site requires caution after big rains as the entry gets soft. Sometimes a brumby might be spotted also [they like carrots and muesli bars]. The site is fully self-contained. There's a small campfire pit, a cute upcycled gas BBQ with cleaning vinegar & basic tools provided [please clean before you go], your own utility water, privately screened compost loo with composting wheelie bin and upcycled compost tumbler your food waste to feed the worms. To die for views of bush covered hills facing east to bask in the early morning sunrise. Best for groups up to six or so. Comfortably fits 3 large tents or a couple of campers. Fur friends always welcome.

6 - WIRRITJIN WORKSHOP

100% (17)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 32 ft

6 - THE WIRRITJIN WORKSHOP nudges the forest fringe on a perfect patchwork of a native grassland tapestry under sparse wayward eucalypts. Handhewn edible earthen stone walls loving built by our original campers who came and stayed on for much longer than originally intended, creates an intimate space around the 2nd fire circle. This much loved space works well with a camper trailer and tent with room for a hammock between the trees. A 1000L utility water IBC, Compost Revolution Eco-Tumbler for food waste, and personal outdoor compost loo with flow on composter are provided as well as an ad hoc corro and bits of the bush firewood shelter. Perfect for a sprawling family including well behaved fur friends.

3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW

97% (15)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 32 ft

S3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW offers sunrise and morning light filled views of bush covered hills across the valley. A beautiful spot to take in the incredible misty mountain opposite and relax with a fire under the stars. A site best suited for an intimate group and their fur friends with a small to medium sized set-up. A tent & awning work well with room for a cleverly parked camper. Suitable for 2WD. A slightly cross-country mini hike to a personal compost loo with killer views. 250L utility water, a fireside Weber BBQ, and a little compost bucket for all your food waste. It's fully self-contained. 250L artesian water barrel, personal compost toilet area [poo with a view with a humanure composter], food waste bucket [for the worm farm] are all provided at your site as well as an upcycled old school Weber BBQ if you fancy cooking over contained flames. Gorgeous spot atop the mountain ridge. Access suitable for all vehicles with enough clearance.

5 - CASUARINA RISE

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 32 ft

5 - CASUARINA RISE strides the ridgetop facing into Mares Forest National Park. A lazy slope fuses the camp crest into the weeping she-oaks which fringe the mystery moistness below. The camp itself is framed by snow gums punctuated by leaf litter on the forest floor. Plenty of firewood to forage up high above the small seasonal creek where bunyips are known to lurk. This site can be driven to by 4WD. A stoned in drum fire circle with hotplate are provided, a compost bucket for food waste with 250L utility water provided. A short descent into the glen leads you to your very own private compost loo with a wheelie bin composter discreetly hidden amongst the trees. An intimate space perfect for a small group and their preferred fur friend. Just enough space for a camp trailer & tent set-up. Can spill over into adjacent clearing to make it more of a bush tribe vibe.

9 - HERMIT'S CIRCLE

100% (9)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 12 · Vehicles under 32 ft

S9 - Hermit Circle is a secret hideaway offering private panorama hill views tucked around from the dilapidated Hermit Hut. Legend has it the hidden stone circle is a place of ancient hand fasting rites where wild forest sprites celebrated their love. The place still blesses the lucky few who come to lie under the open skies to stargaze here. A 250L artesian water barrel is provided, compost bucket and your own portable compost toilet kit with biobags & Who Gives a Crap TP. An expansive stone fire circle completes the scene. A couple of precious flat spaces, suitable for tents and/or a camper trailer or two.

4 - COOLAMON BEND

100% (7)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 32 ft

4 - COOLAMON BEND is a tranquil spot for a group who can freely spread out under the trees with their well behaved fur friends off the beaten track. It's the unmarked highway for tiny wallabies and much rounder wallaroos. Your temporary forest home enjoys incredible sunset views down into the seasonal creek shielded by a casuarina grove and wombat bottoms. 4WD drive-on site only in drier conditions otherwise all vehicles can park on site perimeter and cross-country hike 30m to the camping spot depending where you want to set-up, there's a couple of options for spillover. This site works well for tents and trailers; has a wildcamp vibe a little off the beaten track. It has recently successfully housed 2 x offgrid caravans and worked really well! A fire drum, personal compost bush loo, humanure composter, food waste bucket, and 250L utility water barrel are all provided. Just bring the tent, marshmallows and good times! Directly across the drive is little used Gurugulan Mound which is great if there's a large group for party spillovers for a forest village vibe.

10 - MARES FOREST VIEW

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 32 ft

10 - MARES FOREST VIEW is a hidden intimate site with a shoulder strip which allows for group spillover if need be. Off the beaten track, it straddles the back of the ridge top with glimpses over Mares Forest National Park. The main campsite with the best views is cosy and wedged into a rare spot above the sloping forest. There's another space buttressed close through a thin veil of trees which allows an extra vehicle and tribe to join forces. There's a 250L water barrel, a stone fire circle, personal portable compost loo and bucket for food scraps. Plenty of firewood to forage in the hood. This site is 4WD recommended and high & dry. NB. For larger group bookings, this site works well with Hermit Hut and Hermit Circle as they're clustered over the hill from the main ridge sites.

8 - GURUGULAN MOUND

100% (2)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 32 ft

Choose to wild camp as the hill spills away from the driveway into secret alcoves or stay close to the magical stones & termite mound with your camper trailer on the compact flat space adjacent to the drive. Enough room for a couple of cars & tents or a camper trailer. Or an entire Ewok village down the hill for resourceful wild hikers who crave adventure and invisibility. Spectacular eastward views regardless. The hills are alive! Treasure abounds for those who want to take short hike down to where the sunrise meets the horizon. An undeveloped secret garden with 'mod bush cons' like your own personal compost loo, humanure composter, sealed food waste bucket & 20L utility water for dishes (refills available just up the drive). Oh and an ancient stone pit for cold nights, marshmallows & sending smoke signals. This site is directly opposite Coolamon Bend so great for larger group spillovers and extra friends for adjoining campsites.

Tent sites 1 site

11 - WANDERING MONKS are experienced resourceful campers who like to bend rules & levitate beyond the site infrastructure and wing it, wild camping. Perfect for intrepid adventurers who want to test their bushcraft skills off the beaten track or those who really want to be in the forest when the main sites are at capacity. Usually best suited to self-contained and/or wild hiking campers, however a portable compost toilet, 10L of utility water, and a food waste waste caddy can be provided with easy access to communal utility water at the IBC refill hub. This option is strictly "Leave No Trace".

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99% Recommend211 Ratings · 123 reviews

Camping at Rainbow Tree offers a true outdoor experience, complete with privacy and plenty of firewood. It's best suited for experienced campers due to its rustic setup, including composting toilets and a hike to the creek that requires a moderate level of fitness. Though amenities are basic, the site provides peace, quiet, and beautiful natural surroundings, making it a perfect spot for those looking to disconnect. The host, Victoria, is noted for her warm hospitality and knowledge about the land.

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Natasha M.

4 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Tent ·

6 - WIRRITJIN WORKSHOP

I stayed at Rainbow Tree and loved the space, privacy and amount of available firewood. This felt like proper camping rather than setting up a tent in someone’s paddock. The walk to the creek is well worth the effort- I’d suggest a moderate level of fitness is required. Importantly as a solo camper I felt safe.

Amber C.

5 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

16 ft car · With pets ·

10 - MARES FOREST VIEW

This was a stunning spot! Very pretty bush land and great star gazing. We had a lovely relaxing visit. Victoria was a warm and friendly host. It’s definitely for the experienced and well prepared camper, but we had no problem with that.

Mark R.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent · With kids ·

9 - HERMIT'S CIRCLE

Our stay here was excellent, brief though it was. We will definitely return as soon as we are able. The property was beautiful and Victoria was an excellent host.

Kavya P.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

8.Gurgulan Mond

Tent ·

11 -WANDERING MONKS

We spent two tranquil nights at 11 String of Monastery in Gurgulan mond over the Easter holidays—a hidden haven wrapped in silence and stars. Victoria, our gracious host, greeted us with warmth and kindness, even in the fading light of late evening. The land welcomed us with open skies and whispering trees. Though the second night brought strong winds that tested our humble camping setup, the spirit of the place remained unshaken—resilient, raw, and real. Toilets here are simple compost buckets, surprisingly comfortable, echoing the gentle ethos of the land. Showers are not part of the experience—embrace the open-air cleanse or journey 30 kilometers to a nearby town, where showers await, warm ones at the showgrounds for a modest $5 (payable at taralha General Store). Our campsite, nestled in a patch of wild bush, was slightly uneven, shaped by the natural undulations of earth untouched. We pitched a dome tent under open skies, and though the ground was rough, the peace it offered was unmeasured. Other sites, we discovered on wandering, offered smoother land and spectacular views—each one a small sanctuary. This is not a place of luxury, but of soul. There’s no reception, no noise, only gravel roads, clear creeks, and the distant hum of wind through leaves. It’s a place for those seeking serenity over convenience, silence over signal. A few gentle tips: bring extra compostable liners, as reaching Victoria can be tricky in her absence. There’s about 1000 liters

Tim M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent ·

9 - HERMIT'S CIRCLE

Incredibly beautiful and wild property - felt like we were camping in a national park all by ourselves. There is water and composting toilet amenities which was a bonus. And walking distance down to a pristine river for swimming. Highly recommend if you’re looking for some peace and quiet !

Sonja E.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent · Group trip ·

1 - RAINBOW TREE

Another wonderful stay at Victoria’s Monastery of 11 Strings. Such an incredibly relaxing place, beautiful forest and wildlife, starry skies, Wombeyan caves, beautiful creeks and gorges for swimming, bush walking and all the little extras on site to make camping easy - BBQ, plenty of water, eco-loo, compost bin. We loved every moment, highly recommend, we will be back! Thank you Victoria! 💚

Location

Wombeyan Caves, New South Wales, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking