14 of the best farm stays

Spending time on the beach, the coast, the caves, the forest, the bush, the wines. And, of course, to fully immerse yourself in this rural experience you’ll want to stay somewhere rural too, and it doesn’t get any more rural than a farm stay.

These are 14 of the Margaret River Region’s best.

Header image: 8 Paddocks

Set on 12 acres of bush gardens, Margaret River Holiday Cottages is perfectly located just 3km from Margaret River town, yet surrounded by forest and farmland. The property is home to friendly farm animals that mostly roam free, and you’re welcome to help feed the animals every morning. At the end of the feeding, jump aboard the famous truck ride and bump and bumble around the farm!

Karridale is a world away from the busy season bustle in Margaret River, and the Karridale Cottages and Hop Farm offer total solace and retreat.

Their self-contained stone and rammed earth cottages are set on 25 acres, which by day is a working hop farm. The property is also dog-friendly so that you can enjoy a holiday with the entire family.

Petra Estate Chalets are tucked between Dunsborough and Yallingup, offering a peaceful getaway with views of the estate and lake dams. The farm stay has five cosy self-contained, dog-friendly Couple Chalets (unfenced, conditions apply), where you can relax with beautiful views from your chalet, and enjoy strolls around the property and spotting plenty of kangaroos, ducks and wildlife.

Bonus: Petra also offers a great range of extra virgin olive oils, gourmet vinegars, deli items, and EVOO skin and hair care products, available online and at Petra Farm Shop in Perth.

Burnside Organic Farm is a small family and certified organic and biodynamic winery on the outskirts of Margaret River.

They offer bungalow accommodation in their recycled timber and rammed earth and stone cottages. The private patios on the cottages overlook the surrounding farmland, which includes a vineyard, winery, avocado orchard, and vegetable gardens, which guests are welcome to use.

The bungalows are solar-passive and well-spaced among natural bushlands. A big tree swing will provide hours of fun for the kids, and they can also feed the on-site animals and learn about how food is grown in the kitchen garden and orchard.

For the adults, Burnside Organic Farm is also home to a small family winery. Lara and Jamie planted the grapes in 2001 and they handpick and make the wine onsite – all certified organic, from paddock to bottle.

Setting the bar high for unique stays in unique locations, Heyscape offers tiny cabin experiences in two picturesque locations in Busselton and Yallingup.

Fully equipped with all your creature comforts, these tiny homes boast many not-so-tiny features. The Busselton cabin sits on Whicher Ridge Wines grounds, a stone’s throw away from the cellar door. Find the Yallingup cabin on the edge of Caves Road less than 3 km away from the beach.

Both cabins feature Heyscape’s signature window, the perfect place to catch a glimpse of the native wildlife around you.

Drop a pin smack bang in the middle of the Margaret River Region and it will land somewhere around the Discovery Parks – Margaret River. This is as central as it gets – it’s close to all the region’s major attractions but is also nicely secluded.

There are 18 cabins of different styles and sizes, as well as powered caravan and camping sites. Features include a large communal BBQ shed, a jumping pillow, a kids’ adventure playground, go-kart hire, and daily animal feeding. Little (and fully grown) curious minds are sure to love the many attractions at this relaxed farm stay.

On the grounds are also a rustic and beautifully restored church and school, which makes for an excellent wedding or function venue.

Margaret River’s Hideaway Farmstay is five kilometres northeast of town in a beautiful, serene rural setting. There are seven cottages and two studios on over 23 hectares of private parkland and pasture.

Each of their upgraded cottages has private enclosures for well-behaved dogs and offers superior levels of comfort. Kids and adults are encouraged to interact and help feed the many cute and fluffy farm animals (hello Scottish Highland cattle and alpacas) on weekends and Tuesday and Thursday mornings; an activity well-loved by visitors of all ages.

Margaret River Hideaway makes the perfect getaway for honeymooners, couples, families, and small groups.

Fair Harvest is a permaculture farm four kilometers out of Margaret River town and offers a variety of permaculture courses and eco-friendly accommodation options.

There are open farm and café days, and regular yoga and wellbeing sessions. On top of that, you can also join Fair Harvest for a retreat, food and community event, or book into their campground or glamping accommodation.

This is a place perfect for people looking to crave a quiet, eco-friendly stay, all while minimising your environmental footprint. All waste is composted on site; all fruit, veg, herbs, honey, and eggs are grown on-site, and all drinking water is filtered rainwater. The camp kitchen and ablution block are built from Fair Harvest grown timber, and all their firewood is also harvested from their plantation.

Guests are encouraged to enjoy, explore and interact with the beautiful farm and explore the Permaculture ethics of Earth Care, People Care and Fair Share together.

The name of Barn Hives comes from Barnyard Bees Honey Farm, the buzzing little creatures and their homes are a common sight around the vineyard.

The bee theme continues in the nine double-story eco pods, sleek, minimalist and modern, that make up accommodation that mimics human-made beehives. Think a mix of new and old, with a link between nature, landscape and ecological sustainability. It’s a reference to the conservation tourism concept which Barnyard Farm is all about.

The always limited-edition honey is available for free tasting at the Barnyard farm shop. Grab a jar of liquid gold also known as the pure, unprocessed honey produced by the farm’s very own bees.

Nested on natural bushland, pasture and vineyard, this is a farm stay seamlessly weaving together farm, luxury and carefully considered design; 8 Paddocks. For owners Kristie and Shane it originally began as ‘a search for 5 acres with a new house’, and somehow evolved to 180 acres in Treeton Valley, Cowaramup.

Fast forward to today, 8 Paddocks is truly a space for adults (only) to come and lose track of time, unwind and reconnect. Every aspect of the chalet design has been thoughtfully implemented using as much local material and skilled hands as possible. Luxury linen, in -and outdoor fireplaces, outdoor concrete bathtubs, and double-glazed picture windows, are some of the highlights waiting.

Opening 1 July, Wildwood Eco Retreat is a luxe off-grid farm stay, powered by sunshine and rainwater, just 12 minutes from the beach. Guests can collect eggs, feed Highland cows, and unwind in safari-style tents with rainwater showers and eco touches throughout.

There’s also a private Steam Lodge with a sauna, ice bath, and outdoor shower for peak relaxation. This place oozes boutique vibes, farm life, fully off-grid.

Just ten minutes from Margaret River town and nestled among rolling hills, Big Valley Campsite is set on a working sheep farm that’s been in the same family for four generations. Guests are invited to join in daily sheep feeding, wander the paddocks, and meet the resident animals, making it a true hands-on farm stay experience.

With spacious powered and unpowered sites, camp kitchens, fire pits, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect rural escape while still being close to Margaret River’s beaches, wineries, and forests.

Ruse Estate Chalets is a peaceful, adults-only escape set on 80 acres in Rosa Glen, with 16 acres under vine and three luxe, solar-passive chalets – each totally private and designed for slow living in serious comfort.

Explore the farm on a guided walk, kayak the dam, or kick back in the restored train carriage games room. In cooler months, choose from three fire pits – perfect for mulled wine and toasted marshmallows under the stars.

In the chalets, it’s all about comfort: deep soaking tubs with handmade bath salts, wood fires, robes, slippers, a loaf of fresh sourdough, and a bottle of wine on arrival. Extra bonus, Ruse is a registered Land for Wildlife property, so you’ll likely spot bandicoots, wrens, and even eagles as you wander here!

Private Properties has been curating luxury holiday homes in the region for over 30 years – and they know how to do it right. More than just bookings, they deliver a full holiday experience with genuine care and next-level attention to detail.

For a luxe farm stay with serious charm, they offer four standout options – newly listed Millbrook Farmhouse; the sleek farmhouse Ginahgulla Olive Estate, sprawling Farm Break on 180-acres, and Tintagel Estate, set on a working vineyard.