Nashdale Lane's two spacious Dutch glamping tents (Rustig and Kalmte) have four-poster queen beds,modern ensuite bathrooms,kitchenettes and outdoor decks with barbecues.
NASHDALE LANE WINES,ORANGE
Flanked by vineyards of shiraz and pinot gris,Nashdale Lane's two spacious Dutch glamping tents (Rustig and Kalmte) have four-poster queen beds,modern ensuite bathrooms,kitchenettes and outdoor decks with barbecues. Stroll to the nearby cellar door for a tasting of Nashdale's impressive range of reds,whites and roses (the Legacy shiraz is a highlight),then retire to your tent for a sunset tipple accompanied by a farmyard chorus of llamas and sheep. Stays include locally-sourced breakfast provisions. From $325 a night with a two-night minimum. Seenashdalelane.com
WILGA STATION,EVANS PLAINS
This 105-hectare working sheep farm 15 minutes from Bathurst has two beguiling accommodation options:the grass-roofed Farmers Hut,a secluded off-grid cabin for two that offers sweeping views over the Fitzgeralds Valley,plus the recently unveiled five-bedroom Shearers Hall,a sprawling retreat for 10 with a full kitchen and fairy-lit deck with barbecue. Both are stylishly furnished using repurposed materials (check out the original sheep chute in the Shearers Hall) and stays include a hamper of gourmet breakfast provisions. Farmers Hut from $450 a night;Shearers Hall from $1100 a night. Both have a two-night minimum. Seewilgastation.com.au
GIRRAGIRRA RETREAT,FORBES
Located on a 20-hectare organic farm five minutes from Forbes,Girragirra proves you can be sustainable without sacrificing creature comforts. The award-winning solar-powered property has a modern kitchen,spacious lounge with wood-burning stove and two ensuite bedrooms (grab the one with the egg-shaped bath). The retreat overlooks wetlands frequented by more than 100 bird species and guests are encouraged to pick produce from the extensive permaculture food garden. Hosts Wendy and Kim Muffet offer workshops on fermenting and breadmaking and you'll find the fridge stocked with delicious homemade yoghurts and jams. Stays include fresh breakfast provisions and cost from $249 a night with a two-night minimum. Seegirragirra.com
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