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Jarravale farm stay is located in the picturesque pioneer valley amongst the peace and tranquillity of sugar cane fields.
This is our beautiful home come and share it with No mean No so don't ask Josie for an exemption to dump Porta Potties down our toilet with our without chemicals. It is gross to start with think of you fellow campers and it kills our septic .
No Check ins after 5.30 PM will be accepted, so plan your trip to arrive before 5.30 pm. Book in officer will be gone home for the day.
No Check ins before 2pm Please,
We do guide Tours of the Animal farm.
So, for safety reason we do not want campers parking their van before the families leave.
So please don't ask Josie for an early check in to jeopardize safety of these families.
Check out 10am.
If you want to visit the animal farm Closed in shoes
Please.
This is an insurance requirement.
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for children and animal lovers to enjoy.
We are perfectly situated if you want to explore the Mackay region and what the Pioneer Valley has to offer.
Maximum of 3 day stays council rules.
Come and watch Platypus and turtles play in the billabong.
No fires allowed at all, not even for cooking, except in winter.
Fire pits will be provided, in winter, not individual fires allowed.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
We also offer indoor accommodation for those who prefer all the mod cons.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
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Vehicle/tent sites
8 sites
Site 4 - Jarravale Farm Stay - powered
97%
(72)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 9 m
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
This campsite is powered.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
$30 a night for the first 2 people and $5 for each additional person after that. Free animal farm entry.
No pets please. Please include your children over 1 year in the booking headcount! Only children under 1 are free.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Site 9 unpowered
97%
(65)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 9 m
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
Just $20 a night for the first 2 guests and $5 for each additional person after that. Free animal farm entry.
No pets please. Please include your children over 1 year in the booking headcount! Only children under 1 are free.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No electrical hookup
Water hookup
Site 1 - Jarravale Farm Stay - powered
97%
(35)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 9 m
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
This campsite is powered.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
$30 a night for the first 2 people and $5 for each additional person after that. Free animal farm entry.
No pets please. Please include your children over 1 year in the booking headcount! Only children under 1 are free.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Site 3 - Jarravale Farm Stay - powered
100%
(21)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 9 m
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
This campsite is powered.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
$30 a night for the first 2 people and $5 for each additional person after that. Free animal farm entry.
No pets please. Please include your children over 1 year in the booking headcount! Only children under 1 are free.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Site 6 unpowered(tents swag)
89%
(19)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 9 m
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
Just $20 a night for the first 2 guests and $5 for each additional person after that. Free animal farm entry.
No pets please. Please include your children over 1 year in the booking headcount! Only children under 1 are free.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No electrical hookup
Water hookup
Site 2 - Jarravale Farm Stay - powered
100%
(12)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 9 m
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
This campsite is powered.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
$30 a night for the first 2 people and $5 for each additional person after that. Free animal farm entry.
No pets please. Please include your children over 1 year in the booking headcount! Only children under 1 are free.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Site 7 unpowered
100%
(9)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 9 m
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
Just $20 a night for the first 2 guests and $5 for each additional person after that. Free animal farm entry.
No pets please. Please include your children over 1 year in the booking headcount! Only children under 1 are free.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No electrical hookup
Water hookup
Site 8 unpowered
100%
(8)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 9 m
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
There are toilets and hot showers for campers, and access to the laundry. We have potable water hookups at most camp sites and we also offer four powered sites. You can use one of the two camp kitchens to cook your meals and use the picnic table for meals. Power is available at one of the camp kitchens to recharge your phones and appliances.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for Hipcampers.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
Just $20 a night for the first 2 guests and $5 for each additional person after that. Free animal farm entry.
No pets please. Please include your children over 1 year in the booking headcount! Only children under 1 are free.
Campsite number you chose may not be the one you are given, so don't get upset.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No electrical hookup
Water hookup
Lodging
1 site
Jarravale Cabin
91%
(11)
Cabin · Sleeps 6 · 4 beds · 1 toilet
A minimum of 2 night stays.
Set amongst the peace and quiet of the cane fields, Jarravale offers mountain views, beautiful sunsets and that fantastic country feeling.
This self-contained cabin has a queen bed, two singles and the sofa bed can be pulled out for two more guests. You have your own kitchen with everything you need to cook meals.
We have fire pits to keep you warm on the cool winter nights as you sit around and share your travel stories. Sit back in tranquility as you watch the platypus, turtles and wild life gather in and around the billabong as the sun sets. It's a great way to finish the day.
Jarravale has a wide range of aviary birds and farm animals for the children and animal lovers to enjoy. You are welcome to help Josie with the daily running of the farm, all you have to do is ask her.
Jarravale offers free access to the miniature animal farm for guests staying in the cabin.
Jarravale is a central spot to explore the Mackay region and the wonderful Pioneer Valley. We have clean amenities with a warm shower and toilet for your use. Come and enjoy Jarravale.
No pets please.
Jarravale Farm offers an engaging farm stay experience with plenty of opportunities to interact with a variety of animals, which is especially appealing to families with children. The site is well-maintained, and the facilities, including showers and toilets, receive high marks for cleanliness. Josie, the host, is praised for her warm hospitality and knowledge, which enhances the overall experience. However, there was one instance of a booking mishap that led to stress for one visitor, highlighting a need for better coordination.
Jarravale was very peaceful, it was nice to hear nothing but the birds. It was different as there were so many interesting animals and birds on the site, Josie was very welcoming and even let us feed some of her animals.
The views were spectacular. Josie was an exceptional host. We loved helping to feed the animals and listening to Josie talking to them. Such a well kept farm. The shower and toilets were very clean and well maintained.
We loved our stay at Jarravale. Josie was really welcoming, the amenities block was immaculate, the animals are all super cute and we even got to see the cane being harvested.
We will be back.
A beautiful animal farm stay amongst the back drop of sugar cane fields. Josie is delightful and loves her animals to bits. Top it off with a waterhole that is home to numerous platypus and this place has it all. The amenities are spotless also. Loved it!
Overall we had a great experience unfortunately the site we had booked was given to another camper. We were then put at a site with a huge tree and had our caravan covered in green ants which invaded everywhere. And we were told to park a certain way to face the view and were assured we would be able to hook our car to the caravan when we were leaving. But we were unable to get our car in the space left between our caravans. So we had to use a toe rope and pull our caravan free of the other caravan to be able to get our car on. Very stressful and time consuming.
This is a working farm with Josie’s animals a highlight for many people.
It is well organised and the amenities were clean and easy to use.
It is close to other features in the Mackay region. Josie is a fount of information and was very helpful.
The cabin was surprising warm, and had everything we needed for our 2 night stay.
There's lots of space for the kids to play, kick the ball and ride bikes.
There's a good range of animals and if you're around at feeding time, Josie will ask if you want to help with feeding.
My family and I stayed at the animal farm for 2 nights recently and it was awesome. Heaps of room for the kids to play/rids bikes etc and the farm animals where amazing to pet. We will be back 👍
Me and my family with teens really enjoyed our stay, nice location, close to Eungella National Park, great amenities , friendly host and cool animals we got close to 😊
There were so many animals and the kids loved feeding them all as well as holding the baby guineafowls. The camp grounds were so relaxing and peaceful surrounded by came fields. Amenities were lovely and clean and felt rustic, nice country feel. Supermarket was 2mins away which is convenient.
Josie is a great host. Kids has enjoyed spend time with animals and watch egg hatch. It is nice to sit outside in the evening and talking to cockatoo. We had great time.
We had a wonderful stay at Jarravale with our caravan. The facilities were excellent—especially the shower and toilet, which were clean and very well maintained.
The location itself is absolutely beautiful, with a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere that made our stay even more enjoyable. One of the highlights was all the cool and beautiful animals around the property—it really added something special to the experience.
Josie was a fantastic host—friendly, welcoming, and always helpful if we needed anything. She made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived.
We would definitely recommend Jarravale to anyone looking for a comfortable, scenic, and unique place to stay.
We had such a great little camping holiday. So much fun for the kids. Josie was great and always ready to give the kids up and close experiences with the animals. Nice and quiet over night. We will definitely be back
Definitely recommend this hipcamp as a stop when you're travelling near Mackay. Our son loved feeding the animals. Josie was such an accommodating and welcoming host.
Our stay at Josie's farm was very enjoyable and she went out of her way to make us feel welcome. We recommend a stay here for the scenery (canefields and rainforested mountains), the many animals, and the excellent amenities.
My partner and 3yr old son stayed here for a short stay. Got to visit and feed all the animals. The host Josie and her husband were beyond accommodating, felt like staying with family, lovely little gift shop to buy souvenirs for family. Farm fresh eggs available to buy as well so dont bother bringing your own.
Our favourite experience was sitting in the yard with the mini goats for a long time in the afternoon with just our family and the goats and allowing time for our son to grow comfortable around them we also loved hand feeding the ginea pigs and talking with the cockatoos.
Excellent camping spot for families or couples looking for some time in the country.
We had a wonderful stay at the Farm! Our host Josie was incredibly welcoming and made us feel right at home. Our baby even got to feed the guinea pigs, which was an absolute highlight and so adorable to watch. The farm is peaceful, beautifully maintained, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. We also loved the stunning night sky – the stars were amazing! We highly recommend staying here.
This was our favorite campsite of all! Josie is such an amazing human being and you can see and feel her love for animals and the farm. We had 2 wonderful nights staying in our tent. You can get fresh eggs on site so don’t bring any 😁 it’s very quiet and peaceful and kids have lots of fun aswell! We will be back ♥️
An absolutely fantastic campsite, very small in a beautiful setting, toilets and facilities were great very clean and well built, luxurious. The hosts were incredibly freindly and so were their dogs. If you do decide to book with them go direct. https://www.laurel-bank.com.au/
Absolutely loved our stay at this farm! The sunsets were truly spectacular, and our host was incredibly warm and welcoming. I was smitten with the animals and loved the chance to get up close with them. Our site felt private, with access to a well-equipped camp kitchen and a breathtaking view of the stars at night. Definitely a stay worth every moment 🌅
Nice camping especially with kids. Feeding the animals was great. We searched for the Platypus in the billabong, but couldn't find it at dusk or dawn. Better luck next time
We had an absolutely wonderful time at Josie's farm. Being able to get involved with feeding the animals each day was such fun, and Josie was so accommodating and patient with us, really making an effort to ensure everyone could get involved. The farm was such a calm and relaxing place to camp, beautifully kept and with great amenities. We will certainly be back! Thanks Josie.
A beautiful place nestled in the sugar cane fields. Josie has a variety of sweet animals which you can see and feed. Great for children.
It is a bit far from the main A1 for 1 night. Very clean, Josie and Jody are very nice and hospitable
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