Alpine Estate Avonside 2

100% Recommended
4 people
Pet-friendly
This beautiful self catered 2 bedroom Cabin sleeps four.

This beautiful self catered 2 bedroom Cabin sleeps four and can be set up to your configurations (prior to arrival). The decor is modern Scandinavian with a Australian touch. The fireplace and fire pits are fully stocked with wood and in winter our heated floors will keep you truly warm.

The kitchen is fully equipped.

The cabin is 100% off grid using only solar and is extremely Eco friendly and if you wish to understand the technologies behind the build please do let us know.

The cabin is situated on a mixed enterprise farm, so there is always something going on.

Yes we are pet friendly for friendly pets. However we ask that all pet visits are discussed prior to booking. We’d like to ensure a good balance between the cabins and as you can understand we are a working farm so consideration is required.
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Features and Amenities

2 bedrooms
3 beds
1 bathroom
BBQ
Heating
Indoor fireplace

Details

  • Check in after 3:00pm
    Check out before 10:00am
  • Weekday minimum booking: 2 nights
    Weekend minimum booking: 2 nights
Cancellation Policy: 

Receive a 50% refund of the total booking amount (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

Additional Information

CABIN DETAILS
All our waste is handled on site and all none recyclables are composted using worms, so please no plastics, sanitary products or baby wipes can be put into the toilet. As this is a farm stay, if your wish to have a tour, including feeding animal, please do arrange prior to arrival.

Should you wish any assistance with any part of our stay, including recommendations for other places to visit us, we have an extensive knowledge of our surrounding - so please do ask us.

This is a working farm, as such always leave the gates as you find them. Please do not interact with any livestock unless you are accompanied by a farmhand. You are free to walk through the orchard or the the vegetable gardens.

Should you wish to participate in farming activities please advise prior to arriving for your stay.

Since the arrival of white settlers, Avonside has always been prime merino country and we continue to have a sheep stud on the property. Our stud os for South Down 'babydoll' sheep. this heritage breed is breed as a dual purpose sheep (meat and felt wool).

Due to the temperament and size we market our as perfect small acreage law mowers and organic orchard/vineyard assets.

We also have a small stud of Polled Highland cattle which are proving very popular.

We are 5km from the main road between Canberra and Jindabyne (via Cooma and Berridale). We can help with organising transfers using a preferred shuttle partners.

We are totally off grid, utilising modern method of water harvesting, solar power storage and botanical waste processing. Our house rules are pretty simple - Minimise the use of our valuable resources and have curiosity for the farm life. Escape and enjoy.

Should you wish to participate in farming activities please advise prior to arriving for your stay.

Prices

  • Base Price $530 / night
  • Security Deposit $500
  • Extra People $35 / night after 2 people

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Reviews (20)

100% Recommended

Angus

20 Jul 2025
Olivier's farmstay / cabin's were absolutely awesome, myself, wife and the kids absolutely loved it! The accommodation itself has beautiful views, lots of space, a warm, cosy atmosphere and is well ap...pointed for both snow / general adventures, cooking at home if you want to, and just spending time around the farm.

The highlight for us was the farm tour with Olivier - kids loved meeting all the animals, and the adults loved learning about how the farm operates and the sustainability of the off grid cabins and farmhouse. If you can possibility fit it in, definitely do it.

Can't recommend it enough!

Ankit

14 Jun 2025
Absolutely fantastic stay! Great host and very comfortable
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Mohammed

27 Jan 2025
It’s was a lovely spot to enjoy the long weekend. We had an amazing time feeding the animals, and it’s perfect for kids! The atmosphere was so vibrant. There were plenty of interactive experiences, an...d the staff were friendly and knowledgeable, making the visit even more memorable. I can't wait to go back and explore more!

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Olivier & Jacquie completed a tree change after some 30 years in the corporate world and purposefully developed and constructed this farm stay to help guest experience life off grid.
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Adventures on the Property

These are the exclusive natural wonders and outdoor activities within the property boundaries.

Feed The Farm Animals

With prior arraignment, how about helping to feed the Highland cattle or the cute Babydolls sheep? Collecting eggs or even meeting the Maremma guardian dog called Ted is all possible.
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Sundowner Drinks Overlooking The Main Range

Head outside an hour before sunset. Pack some drinks, snacks, a rug, warm clothes, and head up to the top paddock to take in the sunset over Mount Kosciuszko & The Main Range. Should not be missed if the weather permits.

Location

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Adventures Nearby

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Mountain Biking

Hiring an E-bike from Scared Ride will allow you to discover the wonderful cultural heritage that is linked to the Lake Jindabyne. Alternatively if you are after a thrill, set your sights on Thredbo for some of the best downhill mountain bike trials in Australia.
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Lake Jindabyne

The stunning Snowy Mountains town of Jindabyne is located on the edge of Lake Jindabyne. The area offers relaxing things to do, such as fishing for trout or meandering bushwalks around the water's edge. The ideal place for a lazy lakeside picnic and afternoon walk.
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Fly Fishing

Enjoy fly fishing on the Blue Ribbon declared Moonbah River - the regions most pristine trout stream. The fishing is outstanding. Expert guiding, tuition and or fly tying, can be arranged.

Horse Riding

Feel like a mountain horse ride? We've got you covered and will help you book a ride into the Snowy Mountains. Either for a short ride or even an overnight special. 1/2 ride or even longer.
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Picnic Porcupine Rocks

Park the car at the end of Porcupine Road, Perisher Valley, and hit the trail for a 3-hour return hike to Porcupine Rocks. Overlooking the Crackenback range, this walk offers some stunning views at sunrise and for minimal effort.
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Hike The Main Range Walk

Do you believe in magic? You will after you witness these views.
From the Charlotte Pass turning circle, trailblaze your way up the Main Range Walk to bag Carruthers Peak and be gobsmacked by some of the most impressive mountain vistas on the Australian Continent.
Carruthers Peak is Australia's 7th highest summit and worthy of the 5-hour return hike via Blue Lake. On the way back to the car, take a dip in Snowy River if it's a belter of a day, mid-summer.

Note: Due to snow cover, access to this hike is not possible from June to October

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$530per night