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The Hatch Farm - Port Macquarie

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· The Hatch, New South Wales
150 acres hosted by Bernard & Susan J.
10 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Amazing views
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Off-leash friendly
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Best in New South Wales: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Welcome to Port Macquarie's 'The Hatch Farm'; a pet friendly, interactive animal and fishing farm stay! A 150-acre working farm with a stunning outlook over the saltwater Maria River (with a rustic boat ramp and waterway running into the Hastings River). Located on the Mid North Coast NSW, 4kms off the Pacific Highway, and a quick 13/15-minute drive to the holiday township of Port Macquarie. Port Macquarie is known for its beautiful beaches, coastal scenery and walks, koala hospital, and local strawberry and tomato picking. Bernard and Susan are custodians of the farm, primarily using the land for poultry (egg), pig, and goat farming. They are transitioning to an off-grid and eco-friendly lifestyle for their retirement. The Hatch Farm is home to many animals, most of whom are rescues - including border collies, cavalier king charles spaniels, chickens, ducks, pigs, sheep, goats, miniature horses, cows, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs. There is plenty to do and see around the farm from complete relaxation, interacting with the friendly animals (there is usually a variety of babies to cuddle!), to casting a line or launching your boat from the rustic boat ramp. Friendly pets welcome.
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The Hatch, New South Wales, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Biripi 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 Bernard & Susan J.Joined in July 2021
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within an hour
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Leon D.recommends
December 4, 2023
5: SHADY RIVER EDGE
Camping on river bank
We had a great overnighter right on the rivers edge on a wonderfully shaded campsite. Bernie brought down some firewood on the tractor which made for a great. Definitely be back and enjoy again
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Ibrahim B.recommends
December 3, 2023
6: SHADY RIVER EDGE
Well what can I say, the whole experience was amazing! Beautiful river views, facilities were clean and well kept. Wonderful friendly hosts. The kids had a blast feeding and seeing all the animals including holding the baby animals. Our family really enjoyed the stay and would highly recommend! Definitely will be coming back..
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Rodd W.recommends
December 3, 2023
4: SHADY RIVER EDGE
Great Hosts
Great Hosts. Love the river edge camping. If you have young kids, the animals that are there are also a big hit. Highly recommend and we will be going back again this time for a longer stay.
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Charbel N.recommends
November 30, 2023
2: BOAT RAMP
Lovely host.great property.good fishing. Very peaceful
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Mathilde B.recommends
November 26, 2023
4: SHADY RIVER EDGE
We had a great time, amazing location and very welcoming, thank you!
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Kerry H.recommends
November 24, 2023
5: SHADY RIVER EDGE
Perfect for dog lovers. Host was very friendly and plenty of interactions with farm animals. Facilities were lovely, easy access to river. Camp-site was clean and well kept.
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