Riverfront Farm Stay with Animal Nursery at The Hatch Farm, Port Macquarie

ANIMAL NURSERY*FISHING*BOAT RAMP*KAYAKS

The Hatch Farm is an off-grid riverfront working farm with plenty to offer from interacting with the friendly animals, casting your line, launching your boat from our rustic boat ramp, using our kayaks in the saltwater river, or warming your toes by the campfire in the evenings as you relax, gaze at the stars & roast a marshmallow.

We have pigs, sheep, goats, horses, cows, chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, peacocks, guinea pigs, bunnies, dogs & nursery.

Accommodation:
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Discover the charm of farm life without sacrificing comfort at our Riverside Homestead, a spacious 2-bedroom retreat in the Port Macquarie Hastings. Whether you're craving complete relaxation or immersive farm life, this homestead blends both seamlessly for families, couples, and pets alike!


Your Home Away from Home:
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• Bedroom 1: Sleeps 2 in a queen bed with fresh, cozy linens for restful nights.

• Bedroom 2: Sleeps 4 in a double bed, single daybed, and pull-out single trundle, and walk-in robe—perfect for families or extra guests.

• Bathroom: Freshen up in the large walk-through rain shower or soak the night away in the freestanding stone bath; this bathroom has antique and rustic styling with brass fittings, unique tile work, and homely wood accents —truly a luxe wild meets modern design.

• Kitchen: Dreamy for home-chefs—complete with a five-burner gas stove, extra-large oven, stone composite sinks, dishwasher, and butler’s pantry with Breville barista coffee machine, oversized fridge, and open timber shelving, this kitchen is perfect for hosting and provides everything you need – just bring the food!

• Living Area: An expansive open-plan layout flowing from the kitchen, with comfortable leather lounges, smart tv with Netflix and Disney+, boardgames for screen-free family memories, and extra wide glass sliding doors that invite the outdoors in and showcase the saltwater river view.

• Outdoor Living: Glass doors open to a covered alfresco dining area—perfect for breakfast with morning light or summery BBQ family dinners.

• Fenced Yard: Keep your pets and children safe and by your side so you can kick back and relax during your down time.

• Laundry: Convenient, in-home washer and dryer included.

• Heating and Cooling: Provided by oil heaters in the bedrooms, and ceiling fans throughout.


Around the Property:
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• Set on a working farm: There is always something interesting happening somewhere on the 150 acres; You are free to sit back and relax in your own space or get involved and get your hands dirty, whichever takes your fancy. If there has been recent rain, please bring your gumboots to explore the full farm!

• Boat Ramp: Have full access to the saltwater Maria River with our rustic boat ramp and sandy surrounds —perfect for launching your boat or dipping your toes!

• Kayaking: Explore the river and get a different view of the surrounds by paddling around Boomerang Island on our free to use kayaks and provided life jackets.

• Catch your Dinner: The river carries a range of saltwater fish and crabs, and many rave about the fishing spot we have here! Cast from the riverbank, out on the kayak, or from your boat, there is opportunity for everyone to have a go (BYO gear, bait available for purchase onsite).

• Campfire by the River: Ready for star-lit stories and marshmallow toasting, down by the river’s edge.


The Animals:
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• Meet your new farm friends: cows, goats, sheep, pigs, miniature horses, chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, peacocks, bunnies, guinea pigs, and adorable dogs—always ready to greet new guests. Many of the farm animals are rescues who enjoy their new relaxed life. Farm fresh eggs are available for purchase.

• There is usually always a new baby to see on your self-led farm adventures through our dedicated animal nursery where everyone can have the chance to cuddle a farm animal. In school holidays there is also the opportunity to come along to our mini farm tours.

**Please note that we are also Hipcamp Hosts, with other guests booked in 6 camp sites along our river front (south of The Homestead). Next to The Homestead is the original cottage on one side (where we have family living), and on the other side is our main farm shed. There are some landscaping works that still need to be completed around the farm, however these will not be undertaken during your stay.