Maddara Organic Farm and Art

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Camping areas in the paddock
Dome, garden and a campervan
Geodesic dome and barbecue area
Dome with a firepit

  • Peaceful stays on a sustainable 120-acre farm with gum trees and a dam
  • Several wineries within a half-hour drive; Canberra 45 minutes
  • Shared geodesic dome shelter, firepit and camp kitchen for extra fees
The first thing you need to know about Maddara Organic Farm and Art is that its lovely, grassy open spaces interspersed with gum trees are peaceful and spacious. The second thing: sunrises are pretty spectacular over the dam, with the trees giving off a golden glow. The owners purchased the 120-acre (50-hectare) property in 1984 as a place in which to raise a family. Over time, they’ve established an eco-friendly farm, harvesting their own water, electricity and food. If you’re lucky, you might be able to get your hands on a hamper of their own products when they are in season. They’ve also increased the local biodiversity, so you may spot kangaroos and wallabies visiting in the mornings and evenings, or the occasional echidna, rabbit and hare. Birdlife is also varied (and you can expect an early morning singsong from them – what a great alarm). For an extra fee covering cleaning costs, guests can book the geodesic dome in the main paddock, which acts as a shared relaxation space. Around it, and both also available for an extra fee, there’s a firepit with an Argentinian barbecue and a plate for cooking and a camp kitchen with plates, cups, cutlery and other bits and pieces. Firewood is available for a small fee (during non-ban periods only). Park up in the paddock, ready to visit Australia’s capital city Canberra, a 45-minute drive away, or any of the cool-climate wineries within a half-hour’s drive of the farm. There are walks on the property, as well as access to toilets and a hot shower.

Campground type

Caravan sites 5
RV & Motorhome sites 5
Tent sites 5
Caravans for hire 1
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 20 or over.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

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10
Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
10
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
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Arrival date (latest first)

Margot was very welcoming and easy to talk to. Amenities were very…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass and earth site

Liked Margot was very welcoming and easy to talk to. Amenities were very clean and well maintained. The view from the top of the hill is brilliant. Plenty of room to camp. Nothing heard at night but the trees.

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year No dogs allowed

Themes

Bush Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Maddara Organic Farm and Art

1100 Dicks Creek Road

Yass River

New South Wales (NSW)

Australia

2620

Directions

Timezone

Australia/Sydney AEST (GMT+10:00)

GPS

34.98178°S
149.20186°E

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

When in Canberra, be sure to visit the vast (and architecturally symmetric) Parliament House on Capital Hill, before heading towards the Molonglo River and waterfront museums like the National Gallery of Australia and Questacon - National Science and Technology Centre, featuring child-friendly interactive displays. Across the river is the moving Australian War Memorial, with elegant arcades overlooking a calm pool. As you approach the historic city of Goulburn (55 minutes), you will not miss the Big Merino; this 15-metre statue of a sheep celebrates the local fine wool industry. The hilltop Rocky Hill War Memorial and Museum is housed in a tower with far-reaching views of the Goulburn Wetlands and the surrounding area. Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve (one hour and five minutes) is a protected area with kangaroos, platypus and emus, plus the 17-hectare Eucalypt Forest, where a path takes you past a free-ranging enclosure inhabited by koalas. Or take any of the 20-odd hiking trails crossing this area of wetlands.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Maddara Organic Farm and Art have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Maddara Organic Farm and Art dog friendly? No View all features
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  • When can I check in and check out of Maddara Organic Farm and Art?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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