Does Monastery of 11 Strings have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Monastery of 11 Strings. A lo-fi bucket compost toilet is provided for each site. Fresh and clean for each stay.

Does Monastery of 11 Strings have picnic tables?

Picnic tables are available at 1 of 10 sites at Monastery of 11 Strings.

How do you get to the sites at Monastery of 11 Strings?

4WD recommended at some sites. Park at your site.

Are pets allowed at Monastery of 11 Strings?

Yes — Monastery of 11 Strings is pet-friendly. Off leash.

Are campfires allowed at Monastery of 11 Strings?

Fire ban in effect until 5 Mar 2027. Campfires are temporarily unavailable due to a fire ban. However, the ban still allows charcoal grills, gas firepits, gas BBQs, gas stoves, smoking and fireworks.

What is the check-in process at Monastery of 11 Strings?

Meet and greet with your host Victoria at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.

What is the cancellation policy at Monastery of 11 Strings?

Full refund 1 week before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Monastery of 11 Strings?

Check-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at Monastery of 11 Strings?

Book up to 6 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need up to 1 day's notice. Stay at least 2 nights.

Is drinking water available at Monastery of 11 Strings?

No — no potable water at Monastery of 11 Strings.

Does Monastery of 11 Strings have showers?

No — no showers at Monastery of 11 Strings.

Does Monastery of 11 Strings have cooking equipment?

No — no cooking equipment at Monastery of 11 Strings.

Does Monastery of 11 Strings have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at Monastery of 11 Strings.

Does Monastery of 11 Strings have laundry?

No — no laundry at Monastery of 11 Strings.

Does Monastery of 11 Strings have wifi?

No — no wifi at Monastery of 11 Strings.

Does Monastery of 11 Strings have rubbish disposal?

No — no rubbish disposal at Monastery of 11 Strings. A compost bin will be provided for organic waste. If worms or chickens can eat it, it can stay here. Absolutely no other waste please.

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Monastery of 11 Strings

Hosted by Victoria · Wombeyan Caves, New South Wales

10 sites · RV, Tent · 400 acres

99%

169 reviews

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

victoria is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

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. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Vehicle/tent sites

10 sites

1 - RAINBOW TREE

99%

(41)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 25 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

7 - THE HERMIT HUT

98%

(32)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

2 - BRUMBIES NOOK

100%

(28)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

6 - WIRRITJIN WORKSHOP

100%

(24)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW

97%

(19)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

5 - CASUARINA RISE

100%

(13)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

9 - HERMIT'S CIRCLE

100%

(12)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 12 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

4 - COOLAMON BEND

100%

(9)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

8 - GURUGULAN MOUND

100%

(4)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

10 - MARES FOREST VIEW

100%

(3)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 10 m

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.

4WD recommended

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

Reviews

99%· 210 reviews

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Review summary
Generated from real Hipcamper reviews
The campsite offers a tranquil and secluded experience, ideal for those looking to escape into nature. Visitors appreciate the privacy of the sites, the abundance of wildlife, and the opportunity to hike down to a beautiful creek. While basic facilities meet the needs for a bush camping experience, some guests noted the simplicity of the composting toilet setup. Overall, the welcoming host and serene environment make it a recommended choice for nature lovers.
Ross C.
Tent camped at 1 - RAINBOW TREE with pets, Oct 2026.
Recommends
We had a great time, surrounded by beautiful landscape. Great walks on the property and easy access to the Wombeyan Caves
Jonathan E.
Tent camped at 2 - BRUMBIES NOOK with kids, Oct 2026.
Recommends
Such a lovely bush camp with so much to do. The walk down the the river is hard work (on the way back up) but well worth it. So convenient for Wombeyan caves too. Victoria’s friendly and responsive communication made it even better.
Allan C.
Camped in a 10 m camper trailer at 3 - BUDDHA TREE VIEW with kids, Sept 2026.
Recommends
Great spot for ground or roof top tent camping. Very peace with lots of birds making their presence heard. Will visit again.

Amenities

Fire pitsTemporarily unavailable due to a fire ban
Portable toilets
Picnic tablesAt some sites
No potable water
No showers
No electricity hookup
No water hookup
No wifi
No laundry
No trash disposal
No cooking equipment
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

4WD recommended at some sitesPark at your site.
Pet-friendlyOff leash.
Fire ban in effect until 5 Mar 2027Campfires are temporarily unavailable due to a fire ban. However, the ban still allows charcoal grills, gas firepits, gas BBQs, gas stoves, smoking and fireworks.
Check-in processMeet and greet with your host Victoria at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.
Cancellation policyFull refund 1 week before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites.
Booking windowBook up to 6 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need up to 1 day's notice. Stay at least 2 nights.