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Sundar Camping

95%

· Walmer, Victoria

50 acres hosted by Jannine B.

4 Vehicle/Tent sites

Jannine is a Star Host

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Primitive camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

We have 4 sites to offer at Sundar Goldfields Camping. Our 50 acre property features undulating bushland with views of farmlands, wetlands and distant mountains. The name is Hindu for "beautiful". Our rammed earth home sits in the middle of the property and our camping sites are located between our house and the road into the property. We are situated halfway between Maldon and Castlemaine with easy access to both these two interesting towns that attract many tourists to the region. Campers are required to be self sufficient with their own toilet/shower facilities and must take all waste and rubbish with them on departure. The individual sites are called Billabong View (green signs), Wetlands View (blue signs), Mountain View (red signs) and we have recently added Gully View. It is unlikely you will hear other guests as there is a good distance between sites. The largest site is Mountain View and can accommodate the most number of guests and is well suited to caravans. Billabong view is probably not suitable during Winter (or heavy rain periods) as it is located in a dip and therefore damp if we have a lot of rain. Billabong View is closest to the road, therefore, the least private. Wetlands View has 3 different sites that all overlook the large dam and birdlife that requent the wetlands. Gully View is secluded and surrounded by bushland. It does not have water views and it's entrance is located 60m from the front gate, on the right side of our road into the property. Kangaroos and cockatoos are regular visitors to our property. Bird life is abundant and we sometimes see Echidnas and Shingleback lizards. It is a peaceful area and close to the steam train track so the train can be heard in the distance on the days that the Victorian Goldfields Railway service runs. There are great walks from the property towards the Maldon-Castlemaine rail trail. We supply firewood, if required, and camp fires are allowed at certain times of the year. Reg has great knowledge about our native animals/birds plus gold prospecting and is available to chat if you what to hear his yarns. Simply let us know and he will visit whilst you are camping. He also offers tuition on gold prospecting.

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84 Ratings · 39 reviews

Anthony C.doesn't recommend

April 13, 2024

Wetland View

What a little cracker

This was a great little site close to Maldon. We were on the dam view site...which had heaps of space, loads of firewood to collect, enough shade and just overall so peaceful and easy. Owner was friendly. Great views over the water but also back through the trees over the hills. Totally recommend this if you are in the area and is really close to Maldon and Castlemaine about 12 minutes or so away. Thank you

John M.doesn't recommend

April 10, 2024

Gully View

Not the best pick of the available sites on this property but it is very serene and offers good security at the mid point between Castlemaine and Maldon - only 12 minutes to either. It is a natural fairly open bush site catering well to tents or smaller vans. We felt very comfortable leaving our camp un-attended to explore the local attractions of which there are many. The hosts were very gracious, communicated well and had even collected some firewood for us!

Bret F.recommends

April 2, 2024

Wetland View

Great spot. Lots of shade and space in three spots around the dam. Sooo much firewood lying about too. Friendly hosts. You could see other camp spots nearby but still felt very private. Lots of wildlife to see and maldon is very close with shops cafes and supermarket.

Mike S.recommends

February 2, 2024

Billabong View

Beautiful Billabong

Wonderful spot; generous hosts; quiet but convenient. Loved the gums amongst the billabong .. with the kangaroos, cockatoos and corellas

Mike S.recommends

January 27, 2024

Wetland View

Billabong camping at its best!

Sundar is a lovely spot … with a beautiful billlabong and gums. Very private; friendly and generous guests. Loads of birdlife and kangaroos to listen to and watch. Very close to Maldon. Definitely recommend.

Stefanie S.recommends

January 12, 2024

Mountain View

We really enjoyed the views over the fields either watching the sheep, kangaroos or the amazing full moon that popped up on our first night. There were no other campers at the time, so it was super quiet, just lots of beautiful birds and frogs to listen to. Jannine & Reg respected our privacy and we had a really great chat with Reg on our last night. Definitely talk to him, if you want to learn more about birds, gold prospecting & the area in general. We didn't know about all the gold mining in the area and had a great time taking our dog on a trail to porcupine village (unfortunately not open, but it looked amazing from the outside) & we couldn't believe how gorgeous and lovely Maldon was, which is a 1.5h walk from the farm. The ground was a bit firm, so it was good that we use screw in tent pegs and although we struggled a bit at first with picking a spot due to lots of bull ants around, they didn't actually bother us or our dog at all. Could also just be lots due to the time of year and/or the recent weather conditions. Communication pre arrival was also fantastic.

Location

Walmer, Victoria, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Dja Dja Wurrung First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Jannine B.Joined in December 2021

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