Living in the city is great. You have everything you need within easy reach and there’s always plenty to do and see. But it’s hard to beat those slow-paced, fresh air feels that come from being out in the country. Especially when you’re in holiday mode. It’s no wonder that agritourism is on the rise (Pinterest has seen a 57% increase in searches!) and is set to be the biggest travel trend for 2020.
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Besides getting away from it all, farm retreats come with the added bonus of improving your overall health. According to science, being surrounded by nature and open spaces is good for the mind, body and soul. A 2018 study by the University of East Anglia found that living close to nature and spending time outside has significant and wide-ranging health benefits, including reducing the risk of type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, stress, and high blood pressure, as well as increasing sleep duration.
Keen to get away and surround yourself with nature? These are some of the best farm retreats in Australia:
Wybalena Organic Farm, Byron Bay NSW
As if 170 acres of nature wasn’t enough, the yoga studio, infrared sauna, saltwater pool and an organic veggie patch ripe for the picking make this slice of heaven in Byron Bay an idyllic place to destress.
Tommerup’s Dairy Farm, Scenic Rim, QLD
This working dairy farm doesn’t just offer acres upon acres of space and a historic 1888 homestead to rest your weary head; it also gives you the true farm life experience where you can get hands-on by milking the cows or feeding the animals, if you so desire.
Rivendell, East Gippsland, VIC
Find serenity amongst the 200-tree orchard, truffière and stunning gardens on this working Angus beef farm. There’s also an on-site chef to keep you well-fed during your stay, and it’s dog-friendly.
Warramba, Capertree Valley, NSW
A recently renovated sandstone farmhouse that’s owned by Seven Sunrise TV host Edwina Bartholomew and her husband Neil, Warramba is set on 100 acres in the Greater Blue Mountains area. You’ll be breathing a relaxed sigh as soon as you arrive.
Settlers Rest Farmstay, Swan Valley, WA
In addition to the beautiful surroundings, this retreat offers farm enthusiasts the chance to get up close to horses, chickens, alpacas and more. Or, simply cosy up by the fireplace or chill out on the porch as you take in the clean country air.
Twamley Farm, Buckland, TAS
There is no shortage of space at this farm retreat; the 7000 acres offer the perfect playground for bush walking, trout fishing, mountain bike riding or simply sitting and doing absolutely nothing.
Eden Farm Escape
Nestled in the quiet charm of Bilpin in the Blue Mountains lies Eden Farm Escape – bespoke accommodation that is family and dog-friendly and set on the picturesque equine farm providing the ultimate weekend getaway for people looking to escape to the country and unwind in nature.
Living in the city is great. You have everything you need within easy reach and there’s always plenty to do and see. But it’s hard to beat those slow-paced, fresh air feels that come from being out in the country. Especially when you’re in holiday mode. It’s no wonder that agritourism is on the rise (Pinterest has seen a 57% increase in searches!) and is set to be the biggest travel trend for 2020.
Watch Below: One of Europe’s Least Visited Countries Is a Land of Luxury Wine Hotels
Living in the city is great. You have everything you need within easy reach and there’s always plenty to do and see. But it’s hard to beat those slow-paced, fresh air feels that come from being out in the country. Especially when you’re in holiday mode. It’s no wonder that agritourism is on the rise (Pinterest has seen a 57% increase in searches!) and is set to be the biggest travel trend for 2020.
Watch Below: One of Europe’s Least Visited Countries Is a Land of Luxury Wine Hotels
