1950s Rustic Train Carriage ~ Glamping on a working alpaca farm, Hunter Valley

Train carriage in Laguna, Hunter Valley, NSW, AU

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2 people

No pets

T4516 Red Rattler Train Carriage at Little Valley Farm offers a unique SLOW-STAY experience for eco-conscious and adventurous travellers.

Our accommodation is a RUSTIC train carriage, ideal for those who love NATURE, appreciate being OUTSIDE, and have an ADVENTUROUS soul.

Our original 1950s Red Rattler Train Carriage is perfect for glamping, satisfying your craving for the outdoors and your penchant for a good meal, a nice glass of wine, and a comfortable bed. It's nothing like a hotel - your cabin opens up to a beautiful landscape of alpacas, including the roaming wallaroo, wombats and lyrebirds. You will have plenty of 'Alpaca TV' to keep you entertained.

Read on to discover more about the train facilities on our working alpaca farm. Should the train be booked, check out our SHEARER'S STUDIO listing with a wood-fired Finnish Dry Sauna.

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We kindly request our guests to read the entire farmstay listing before booking. Please note that we do not allow children, infants, or dogs. All guests must be over 18 years old....

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Features and Amenities

1 bedroom

1 bed

1 bathroom

Bath

BBQ

Hammock

Details

Check in after 03:00pm
Check out before 11:00am
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.

STRA Registration: PID-STRA-16262

Additional Information

Bedroom 1 - Rustic 1950s Red Rattler Train Carriage:
* Spacious bedroom with comfy queen bed and our alpaca duvet,
* Rustic kitchenette and small gas hob and matches,
* 12-volt Small (esky sized) fridge,
* Undercover BBQ,
* Outdoor wood-fired pizza oven (book this in 36 hours before your arrival).
* Kitchen utensils, cutlery, kettle and pots and pans,
* Pantry staples: coffee, tea, olive oil,
* Waterless-composting toilet,
* Glam bathroom with warm and cold shower facilities,
* Outdoor bath with warm and cold water,
* Lounge room with small gas heater,
* 'Hang-out' deck overlooking the alpaca paddocks,
* Two comfy outdoor hammocks,
* Firepit and some timber,
* Yoga mats,
* Linen and towels provided.

*The train is NOT insulated, but there is a gas heater in the lounge area and our warm Alpacas duvet in the bedroom for winter - true 'glamping' style!

*Winter will be COLD, and summer can be HOT inside and outside - so please be prepared for the weather elements as you would when camping.

Our train facilities have been hand-built using recycled and upcycled materials. We rummaged around Sydney to find 100-year-old timbers from a house in Balmain, old mirrors from the inner-west, an old laundry tub from the central coast, a claw bath from Gladesville, and old doors from dad's shed.

Our NEW Cabin (Bring your Friends)
If the train carriage is booked, we have an alternative option: the new SHEARER'S STUDIO. This hilltop cabin has a comfortable king-sized bed and a wood-fired Finnish dry sauna, making it the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a long day exploring Wollombi Valley. The studio is designed for two adults, and if you're travelling with a group, you can book out the entire farm. To book the Shearer's Studio, please contact Daniela or search for the listing.

PLEASE NOTE
- We are off-grid & love it! NO toasters, hairdryer, NO air con.
- Train has limited 12-volt lighting. 240v access is possible. Camping style!
- Rainwater is harvested for the house, livestock and cabins.
- Please shut all gates to protect our livestock.
- Drive slowly on our driveway. Look out for wombats, roos & lyrebirds.
- We are a working farm so you will see us during the day.
- Pack an esky to enjoy brekkie or lunch on the train deck.
- Our alpacas are friendly and love guests; we feed them in the late afternoon, and you can get involved.
- Closed shoes on the paddocks at all times due to snakes.

HOUSE RULES
- No feeding the livestock human food and keep gates closed.
- Driveway good for 4x4 & standard 2-wheel drive (unsuitable for motorbikes or modified low cars).
- No evening bonfires unless we have the relevant fire permits in place.
- First-time visitors arrive before dark to ensure you find our place, as it can be difficult without mobile coverage.

GUEST ACCESS
Road access is by standard 2WD & 4WD, but you will need our detailed directions. Our road is not suitable for motorbikes. Our road is a dirt track road surrounded by potholes and thick bush. It is steep but only in a small section. It looks rough, but any standard 2WD car can get up it. Go Get Cars are fine. Low-modified/sports cars are not suitable.

We have limited Wi-Fi, and there is no mobile reception in Laguna, which is a great excuse to unwind from it all - get your digital detox here.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We are here for your arrival & departure and to show you around. I will give you a quick tour of our off-grid farm, show you how to feed the alpacas, and get you some great photos.

This is a working farm, and our house is located up the hill behind the train. You will see us on the paddocks attending to our daily chores. You are welcome to hang out with the alpacas. They will love that!

We hold monthly alpaca workshops on Sundays. For workshop dates, visit our website at Little Valley Farm and let us know if you would like to attend....

Prices

Base Price $295 / night
Weekend Price $325 / night
Cleaning Fee $35

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Laguna, Wollombi Valley. Hunter Valley

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Embarking on a slow stay journey entails immersing oneself in local history & culture while prioritizing the environment. This type of travel is all about taking the time to relax, reflect, and discover new experiences. Whether seeking engagement or escape, slow stay travel offers a unique opportunity to connect with oneself & the world around us. We welcome you to share the beauty of our valley by inviting you to stay in our home. Euan and Daniela…

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Adventures on the Property

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Life At An Alpaca Farm

We are a working farm so you will see us moving about the paddocks or working with the alpaca's. You can get involved in as little or a much as you like. Our farm is secluded and great for a digital-detox plus its a great escape from all the touristy-attractions....

Fresh Local Produce

Collecting fresh farm eggs and in season tomatoes on our door step, made breakfast a real delicious treat. Could definitely get used to this life....

Outdoor Bath With A View

Outdoor baths, with a view, a pink bath bomb have become one of my favourite most relaxing self care practises. Nothing can compare...

Exploring In Nature

It felt like we were staying in our own private wildlife park. Every corner in the property there was a new animal or creature to be discovered. We found Wallaroos, Guana, Wombat and Kingfisher birds just to name a few...

Exploring The Bushland

The property is huge and there is so much pretty nature to explore. Take your walking shoes and prepared to be amazed....

Yoga With The Alpacas

The train offers many games and activities, they have two yoga mats on board which I certainly took advantage of.

There are only sounds are nature which made the perfect background music to go with the picturesque scene....

Plant A Tree

At the Farm, they encourage each visitor to plant a tree. This was a great way to help contribute to our Mother Earth. We planted five eucalyptus trees that had all come from seeds being blown into the shed guttering and potted for planting. We felt proud to put our name to these bad boys and with rain on the forecast for the next couple of days our chances of seeing them big and strong when we return was high. An amazing way to support a carbon-neutral off-grid farm....

Feeding The Alpacas

An amazing experience I will never forget. There's nothing quite like getting up close and personal with some of the most cutest animals in the world. Not only would they feed right out of my hand, they even came up to the bath.

I don't think many people could say that they feed Alpacas while having a bath. A surreal once-in-a-lifetime opportunity I will treasure forever....

Outdoor Equipment Provided

Enjoy the outdoors with the following equipment included in your stay.

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BYO bikes for some great gravel riding....

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