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Rustic Ranch and Vintage Caravans

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· Ballarat, Victoria
20 acres hosted by Judy R.
1 lodging site · 2 tent sites
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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Judy is a Star Host
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We are so excited to add out two girls Little Pattie (red and built in 1963) and Peggy Sue (mint and built in 1959). As soon as we get the toilet and shower ready, they will be listed. We also have ordered wood fired hot tubs that should arrive by Easter. We have heaps of animals -goats, sheep, horses, miniature horses, dogs, cats, and pigs. We have two milking goats We have fresh eggs in season. We can supply fresh rain water. There are two dams, which could have yabbies (we did put them in there). Locally, there are many attractions which you can see and do. Ballarat and Ararat are approximately 30 minutes either way. Ararat has the historic J Ward for the criminally insane, and Aradale Asylum. The Grampians National Park is 1 hour away. Skipton Rail Trail is close by as well. Beaufort has cafes, Op Shops, pubs, galleries and all the takeaway regulars. Beaufort Market is currently not running, Avoca (40 minutes away) is the fourth Sunday and the huge Talbot Market (40 minutes away) is the third Sunday in the month. Dogs are welcome, as long as they don’t chase the animals. There are no facilities here, but we will have a toilet and shower for the March long weekend, and we are hiring a portable toilet for the Pyrenees Hideaway.
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17 Ratings · 16 reviews
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Shane B.recommends
April 1, 2024
Rustic Ranch
Relax among the farm animals
We had a wonderful two nights here over Easter 2024. The local goats came to say hello not long after we set up, and we got visits from a couple of small horses, and even a pig! Judy was a great host and a good communicator. We would love to head out there again one day.
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Burak C.recommends
March 25, 2024
Rustic Ranch
Perfect experience
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was easy to find. We tent camped with the lovely animals and their pasture. Fire pit and fire wood were provided. Camping toilet was really nice as was the wood fire hot tub. Judy and Chris were lovely hosts we will definitely comeback…
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David B.recommends
March 5, 2024
Little Pattie
Such a beautiful experience.
We had a lovely overnight stay in Little Patty last weekend. The kids loved the goats and all the other animals. It was such a beautiful experience sitting it the hot tub under a million stars, something you wouldn't get in a regular hotel. There is a fantastic fire pit complete with cooking grills. The van was pretty small, but all 4 of us had a great night sleep in the comfy beds. Its a quick 10 minutes back into Beaufort if you need to get any supplies. Thanks for sharing your place with us Judy, we will be back soon, the kids are missing the goats and have already asked when we can go back. See you soon.
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Mitchell G.recommends
February 20, 2024
Rustic Ranch
Judy is lovely! The site is so well prepared and we had heaps of bonuses that we weren’t expecting (fresh goat milk and eggs). Definitely would recommend.
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Melissa R.recommends
January 28, 2024
Little Pattie
Perfect!
Judy and her family were so welcoming and kind, it was a joy to share in their peaceful haven. Little Pattie was an absolute treat. There is absolutely everything you need for a relaxing get away. Super comfortable beds, well appointed with all you need including mini fridge and cook top/oven with the option of cooking over the fire should weather permit. There is a drop toilet nearby and a deck to kick back and relax on. Switch off your brain and enjoy a long soak in the wood fired hot tub while watching the horses. While you are close enough to town to grab anything you might need, you still feel private and secluded.
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Lily X.recommends
January 26, 2024
Rustic Ranch
Judy’s farmland is perfect for my family to relax. We appreciate Judy’s and her family’s patience and kindness in preparing the hot tub and providing precious information about the local community. We are amazed by Judy and her family offering their time to show us their animals, goats, sheep and dogs. My elder one had a great time patting the goats and bottling the baby goat. My younger one enjoyed so much having close contact with the animals, observing and playing around in the nature land with animals. We had such a wonderful family time spent outdoors BBQ using Judy’s campfire gear: fire pit, woods.
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Ballarat, Victoria, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Wathaurong First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Judy R.Joined in May 2021
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