Cottages in Aratula

We were a group of 4 adults and 4 children (ages 1-10) and had a wonderful time! From the outside we thought the cabin was going to be too small, but once inside it was actually quite spacious. We had 3 bedrooms (one room with queen bed, one room with three singles, last room with a queen bed and a single), a newly renovated shower room (we did split up showers, kids at night, adults in morning to ensure enough hot water for all) and seperate toilet, kitchen, lounge room (two couches) and a dining room table for 8. So much storage! We didn't bother unpacking for our three night stay, but there was plenty of places to put things if we had wanted too!. There was a pot belly stove, but no gate around it, so we didn't light it (didn't trust the little ones!). Outside was a veranda with a BBQ, small table, large table, and plenty of chairs, and in the front yard was a fire pit. No firewood is provided and currently is $18 a bag or BYO. The children had a fantastic time in the guinea pig cage and on the playground. We did a few of the free activities (milking, feeding animals, damper making, goat parade) and paid for parent led horse riding (for the little ones) and a horse riding lesson (for the older ones). The staff are very passionate about their animals and were great with the children. While the kitchen had enough facilities for self-catering, we only did this for breakfast & lunch, while having dinner up at the lodge. Dinner was lovely! Again, staff very friendly. You will need to bring all your supplies is as there isn't any shops nearby (there is a servo up the road, but we didn't stop so cannot comment on what is available there). The kitchen had a large fridge. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. We were there late June, cold nights, cool days, and we were very warm!

Such a great spot, the cottages are very well appointed and Lyn and the team are wonderful