Glamping Near Manilla, NSW, AU: 12 Best Luxury Glamping Sites 2025

Glamping in Manilla strips away the hassle but keeps the wild. You’ll find four glamping spots here, all with real beds, private decks, and bush views that stretch for miles. Prices start at $100 a night, with an average around $112. Want a spot where your dog’s welcome, and a hot shower’s always waiting? That’s standard at places like Oakey Farm (64 reviews), Balaka Farm (9 reviews), and Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat (6 reviews). You’ll sleep under canvas but wake up to a proper coffee, a flushing toilet, and a shower you don’t have to share. It’s camping without the compromise—just the gum trees, the sound of magpies, and a little slice of comfort in the country.

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Glamping in Manilla strips away the hassle but keeps the wild. You’ll find four glamping spots here, all with real beds, private decks, and bush views that stretch for miles. Prices start at $100 a night, with an average around $112. Want a spot where your dog’s welcome, and a hot shower’s always waiting? That’s standard at places like Oakey Farm (64 reviews), Balaka Farm (9 reviews), and Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat (6 reviews). You’ll sleep under canvas but wake up to a proper coffee, a flushing toilet, and a shower you don’t have to share. It’s camping without the compromise—just the gum trees, the sound of magpies, and a little slice of comfort in the country.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Oakey Farm

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55km from Manilla · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Piallamore, NSW

Oakey Farm is situated 15km from Tamworth's CBD, on a 180-acre farm. Take in the beautiful lights of Tamworth and views of the Peel Valley. The camping is spacious , with a powered modern bathroom facility with a flushing toilet and shower and large rain water pool. As the pool is rain water, we kindly request no booming and splashing (excessive amounts of water out of the pool) We have plenty of space and tranquility.

2. Balaka Farm

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48km from Manilla · 7 sites · RVs, Lodging · Tamworth, NSW

Situated just 20 mins from the regional city of Tamworth, home of Australia's largest Country Music Festival, Balaka Farm offers a family friendly stay. Sit and relax on the verandah of our converted shearing shed and enjoy the views of the hills. There are so many activities to enjoy in the local area with dams and creeks for fishing or swimming or head into Tamworth and visit the myriad of galleries and museums, playgrounds and parks on offer.

3. Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat

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36km from Manilla · 1 site · Lodging · Retreat, NSW

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.

4. Tamworth Holiday Park

48km from Manilla · 163 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Hillvue, NSW

Sitting on 6 hectares under the starry skies of country New South Wales, Tamworth Holiday Park (formerly City Lights Holiday Park) is your gateway to Australia’s country music capital, Tamworth, and the surrounding region. Tamworth Holiday Park offers a wide range of accommodation options, including two-bedroom family cabins, three-bedroom cabins, and large caravan sites, both powered and unpowered. Features • Swimming pool • Recreation room • Laundry facilities • BBQ facilities • Camp kitchen • Free Wi-Fi • Pet-friendly (conditions apply) • Amenities block • Accessible facilities • Kiosk

5. Bai-Yai River Eco-Camp & Artist Retreat

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37km from Manilla · 4 sites · Lodging · Retreat, NSW

Bai-Yai is a 480 acre partly Conservation Covenanted property, 70 minutes south-west of Armidale & 70 minutes north-west of Tamworth. On the tablelands 700 metres above sea level, next door to Warrabah National Park. Our northern boundary is the Macdonald river, just before it drops westward through the gorges & changes its name to the Namoi.We're for the nature-lover who enjoys peace & quiet away from crowds, who values birdsong above the hum of cars & generators! Our facilities are simple but comfortable, all off-grid. There's a covered platform kitchen area overlooking some of the great river swimming spots for campers to enjoy, a pit toilet, simple shower, & fresh drinking water supplied daily. The owners house is out of sight but within coo-ee if needed.The river & general wildness of terrain make Bai-Yai camping not really suitable for young children who requite 24/7 supervision for their safety.CRITICAL: Please ensure your personal profile is completed including a photo before submitting a booking request.

Stories from the 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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Lorraine

July 2025

2 nights at Oakey Farm

The farm is gorgeous and the cabin was perfectly appointed and super clean. The hosts went of their way to make me feel welcome and ensure my stay was comfortable and relaxing. Feel the serenity!

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Ben

July 2025

With pets

2 nights at Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat

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

4 nights at Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat

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

1 night at Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat

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

1 night at Kingfisher's Hut Nature Retreat

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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Robert

April 2025

2 nights at Oakey Farm

Had an absolutely awesome time. Ted the dog was very friendly, and Jenny was very helpful with setting up the fire pit. Jenny was very responsive to all requests and made sure my stay was perfect in every way

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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!

Tara

January 2025

5 nights at Oakey Farm

I loved it at Oxley Farm. Jenny the host was fantastic. The amenities were always clean. The pool is absolutely beautiful would stay there again.

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Hank

January 2025

4 nights at Oakey Farm

Great spot to enjoy the Tamworth Country Music Festival. It’s a pretty quick drive (speed checks were present every day of my stay) . Very clean restrooms and a gorgeous view of the country side. Safe parking and an oasis on the quieter side of the music festival.

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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.