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Hillview Farmstay - The natural choice

e would like to pay tribute to have made wonderful friendships and
the legacy of the past which connections with the community.
Whas served as the foundation We have continued to expand since
for the present. we began in 2006, and are pleased
Hillview was previously owned by to now offer 9 self-contained luxury
the Webb family - Kevin and Ann with accommodations ranging from cosy 1
their son Garry. Kevin was born in bedroom cottage to 4-bedroom Lodge
Wagga Wagga and he lived in various with the Glamping Safari Tent and
parts of Riverina where he worked, Glamping Dome Tent as our newest
lived & fell in love with the land. addition. We can comfortably sleep 40
Garry, their oldest son loved being in as blueprint. The credit goes to Jann with a real-estate agent to look at a adults with their own beds and upto
the garden, designing & establishing! and Peter who had the vision to build 200+ acres farm so they decided to 48 people including extra mattresses
He wanted a bigger challenge & put a farmstay for travellers between spend the weekend in the area. Where and sofa-beds. We have 2-types of
the idea / possibility of purchasing a Sydney and Melbourne. Peter built else better to stay than a farmstay in accommodations to choose from:
property together to Ann and Kevin the 1st 4-cottages from 2003-2006 Gundagai so Ruth booked two nights Modern Cottages and Glamping Tents.
who obviously loved the idea , agreed until they officially opened on 2006. at Hillview Farmstay. It was an love Modern Cottages: There are a total

& the search began ! Not wanting to As the guests steadily increased, at first sight – comfortable accom- of 5 cottages available, ranging from
move too far from Wagga Wagga & Peter built the newest addition – The modation and lovely country setting. our Deluxe Cottage (1 bedroom),
their beloved grandchildren Hillview Lodge. Under Jann and Peter’s care, As fortunes had it, Ruth and Pierre Loft Luxury (2-bedroom) and The
fit that bill & so many more !! They Hillview Farmstay continued to cater found out that that same weekend Lodge (4-bedrooms). All cottages
fell in love !! The house soon become for a steady flow of guests, who are was the first open-house for Hillview are self-contained with a bedroom
a home , the bare grounds became a regulars and have spread the word of Farmstay. Without wasting much time, + ensuite, kitchen, lounge, dining,
beautiful garden & the paddocks full this little gem “between Sydney and Pierre and Ruth pulled in all resources veranda and BBQ area.
of livestock ! Every weekend & school Melbourne” to family and friends. In they had and made the best they can. Glamping Tents: There are a total of
holidays then children and grandchil- 2017, Jann and Peter made the deci- The rest is history – Jann and Peter 4 tents available – 2x Safari Tents and
dren loved spending time & growing sion to retire and enjoy the fruits of accepted and the baton is now with 2x Dome Tents. Glamping is camping
up there. Hillview soon became a very their labour as they travel inter-state Ruth and Pierre. with all the hard work done for you. If
welcomed regular pit stop for a cuppa and overseas. Ruth and Pierre’s aim is to continue getting your hands dirty is simply not
& catch up with many family & friends Ruth and Pierre feel blessed to have the legacy that the Webb Family and your style, yet you still like the idea of
travelling from Tumut to Wagga for been in the right place at the right Jann and Peter have started – with the sleeping under the stars, then glamp-
shopping & appointments. This early time. Bogged down in the Sydney same quality and enthusiasm. Their ing is a fabulous alternative. You can
vision to transform the land into an rat-race, both working full time while current focus is to establish the staff experience the great outdoors with-
oasis, a garden of Eden, full of laugh- looking after their 4 children, Ruth and the systems to make daily oper- out sacrificing the luxury. It’s perfect
ter and love unknowingly became the and Pierre knew they had to make a ations easy while providing a world- if you’re not an experienced camper
foundations for the Farmstay as we change. The initial idea was to look class experience for their guests. but still want to enjoy the freedom of
know it today. The trees and plants for a hobby farm to give their chil- Once they have achieved this, their living and sleeping close to nature.
they planted 30 years ago now stands dren ages (0-9) space to run around next aim is to add more activities and With glamping, there’s no need to set
majestically serving as homes for and explore. However, soaring prop- new speciality accommodation (such up a tent or bedding, just bring your
hundreds of wildlife. erty prices in Sydney made purchase as glamping sites). clothes and a sense of adventure!
When the Webbs decided to sell the of 5-acreas unreachable. So one day, Ruth and Pierre are proud to offer We look forward to play hosts to you
property last 2001/2002, the new own- they decided to look at Regional employment to locals in the region and your families. Our philosophy is –
ers Jann and Peter built the 1st cot- Australia, specifically Gundagai. In from housekeeping to animal man- when you are staying with us, consider
tages around the beautiful gardens July 2017, they set an appointment agement. We are also very happy to this your home away from home.

Ready for an Unforgettable getaway?

Hillview Farmstay offers so much for everyone making us the natural choice for your next holiday.

 Luxury 4.5 H cottages  Glamping Safari Tents  Farm animal activities
 Great for families  Halfway between Sydney & Melbourne, 2 hours from Canberra

 Pet friendly  Horse accommodation  Events@Hillview Farmstay

The country life is everyone's dream. There is freedom and space. A perfect balance of work and play.

At Hillview Farmstay, we aim for our guests to participate in an authentic farm experience, with interactive activities for
all ages while staying in luxury cottages or Glamping Safari Tents. Hillview Farmstay is a place where:
 Families can freely interact with farm animals and immerse in the beautiful rural Australia.
 Extended families and friends have a central place to get-together and celebrate special occasions
 Inter-state travellers have a better alternative than a motel/hotel to rest and break-up their trip
 Pet owners can have a vacation with their pets. am53003

PHONE Ruth : 0421 922 788 EMAIL info@hillviewfarmstay.com.au ADDRESS 3241 Hume Hwy, Mount Adrah NSW 2729