98% (128) • 3 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Armidale
Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
1. Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
100%
(11)
60km from Armidale · 1 site · Lodging
Welcome to our river retreat. Ideal for those seeking privacy, peace and solitude away from the socials and technology. Kingfisher's Hut sits on 80 acres of our 240 acre property, on a high bank overlooking the Macdonald River as it makes it way towards the confluence with the Namoi River. Ideally suited for a couple (children and fur babies also welcome) or small groups, and those who are new to a nature escape holiday. A small solar system provides lighting (but not recharging of devices). Our insulated cabin provides a comfortable double bed (bring your own linen and pillows) and pot belly stove for the colder months. Our bush kitchen provides your basic needs with a BBQ, 12 volt fridge, and fully equipped camp kitchen. Our open fire is set up for cooking or for just sitting, relaxing and staring into the flames. Our bush bathroom provides a toilet and wood fired hot shower. Or you might chose to relax in a hot bath overlooking the river.
We welcome nature lovers and offer activities such as bush walking, bird watching, native wildlife, swimming, picnicking, kayaking (double kayak provided), catch and release fishing (seasonal and with current Fishing Licence), and big open night skies for astronomy enthusiasts. We are a small farming enterprise and currently establishing aquaculture (yabby) ponds and can offer an introductory tour to those who are interested.
The hut sleeps two but there is plenty of room for those who wish to bring a camper trailer or van or pitch a tent. As a working property, you may need to navigate around the odd cow pat!
We do ask that you carefully read our rules (see link) to avoid any conflict with neighbouring properties or our attempts at retaining a relatively undisturbed, healthy river environment and not to impact upon our surrounding community.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$194
/ night
Peppermint Flat Glamping
2. Peppermint Flat Glamping
96%
(14)
46km from Armidale · 2 sites · Lodging
Located within half an hour drive of several World Heritage listed National Parks, Peppermint Flat Glamping provides 3 canvas bell tents for groups of up to 9 people.
20m from the Platypus-filled Oaky River and with all the luxuries of home: hot water showers, real mattresses, luxury bedding, device charging facilities and lights and all the cooking equipment and utensils you could ever need.
Just bring ice, food and drinks for the esky and you’re set!
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
AU$158
/ night
98% (128) • 3 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Armidale
Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
1. Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
100%
(11)
60km from Armidale · 1 site · Lodging
Welcome to our river retreat. Ideal for those seeking privacy, peace and solitude away from the socials and technology. Kingfisher's Hut sits on 80 acres of our 240 acre property, on a high bank overlooking the Macdonald River as it makes it way towards the confluence with the Namoi River. Ideally suited for a couple (children and fur babies also welcome) or small groups, and those who are new to a nature escape holiday. A small solar system provides lighting (but not recharging of devices). Our insulated cabin provides a comfortable double bed (bring your own linen and pillows) and pot belly stove for the colder months. Our bush kitchen provides your basic needs with a BBQ, 12 volt fridge, and fully equipped camp kitchen. Our open fire is set up for cooking or for just sitting, relaxing and staring into the flames. Our bush bathroom provides a toilet and wood fired hot shower. Or you might chose to relax in a hot bath overlooking the river.
We welcome nature lovers and offer activities such as bush walking, bird watching, native wildlife, swimming, picnicking, kayaking (double kayak provided), catch and release fishing (seasonal and with current Fishing Licence), and big open night skies for astronomy enthusiasts. We are a small farming enterprise and currently establishing aquaculture (yabby) ponds and can offer an introductory tour to those who are interested.
The hut sleeps two but there is plenty of room for those who wish to bring a camper trailer or van or pitch a tent. As a working property, you may need to navigate around the odd cow pat!
We do ask that you carefully read our rules (see link) to avoid any conflict with neighbouring properties or our attempts at retaining a relatively undisturbed, healthy river environment and not to impact upon our surrounding community.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
AU$194
/ night
Peppermint Flat Glamping
2. Peppermint Flat Glamping
96%
(14)
46km from Armidale · 2 sites · Lodging
Located within half an hour drive of several World Heritage listed National Parks, Peppermint Flat Glamping provides 3 canvas bell tents for groups of up to 9 people.
20m from the Platypus-filled Oaky River and with all the luxuries of home: hot water showers, real mattresses, luxury bedding, device charging facilities and lights and all the cooking equipment and utensils you could ever need.
Just bring ice, food and drinks for the esky and you’re set!
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
AU$158
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Daniel
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
Unable to attend due to a family emergency However host was super responsive and extremely understanding even giving a refund that I hadn’t expected
Can’t wait to actually visit soon
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Ben
July 2025
With pets
Well of you ever want to see a platypus this is the place. You can even do it from a hot bath (or toilet 😄). Many thanks to Sue and Phil who were such freindly and helpful hosts.
10 out of 10 would recommend, especially lovely for a winter get away.
Oh and the dogs loved the river walks and freedom.
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William
July 2025
With kids
Kingfisher hut was an outstanding camp, one of our favourites so far we will definitely be returning in the future
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Ben
June 2025
3 nights at Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
What a wonderful spot. The property is amazing. A perfect bush retreat with platypus, kingfishers, and all the wonder of the bush and country in a secluded setting.
Would highly recommend.
Phil and Sue are great!
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Simon
April 2025
With pets
Sue and Phill are exceptional hosts. The camp is just perfect and enough off grid to think you are a world away. Nothing needed as far as kitchen gear and even an innovative hot shower system. Fishing with lures only is not an issue. Patience and a little quiet will see platypus pop up and say hi... wonderful part of this great country.
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Kierhan
April 2025
With kids
Great spot, everything you need for a few days away in serenity.
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Julie
April 2025
5 nights at Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
We can't say enough about this property and the hosts. Sue and Phill are extremely welcoming and kind. They are there as much or as little as you need them with lots of knowledge. The touches and decor make you feel like home. Seriously you won't have a better shower. Our furbabies love having this property all to themselves. We will be back again soon.
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Tom
March 2025
3 nights at Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
Sue and Phil have a wonderful spot on the river. They have everything you need for a peaceful getaway, with none of the fluff.
They were gracious hosts, I can’t recommend this spot enough!
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Miranda
January 2025
With kids
We loved our stay at Platypus Tent, Peppermint Flats.
The property was private, peaceful and beautiful.
We loved exploring the property and watching the Platypus in the creek.
The glamping tent was big enough for the three of us and was well equipped.
The facilities were clean and the shower was beautifully hot.
We would definitely stay again, given the opportunity.
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Julie
December 2024
5 nights at Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat
Amazing stay and the host, Sue and Phill are lovely people who thought of everything when creating the hut and kitchen. The hut is comfortable with lots of charming touches and the kitchen has everything you'll need. The shower is one of the best you'll ever use and the outdoor bathtub is nice after a day at the river. The view of the river was beautiful and there were plenty of swimming holes. Hands down the best Hipcamp stay. We will be back soon.
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