Summary:
Set your sights on some well-deserved downtime at our farming property, Yattarna Park, whilst enjoying the amenities of the Firefly Tiny House. Experience simple and sustainable living within nature, surrounded by vibrant bushland and stunning views across a large dam from a generous deck space.
If you are looking for an en route to surrounding holiday destinations, this is the perfect place to unwind close to Newcastle and Hunter Valley Vineyards.
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The Space:
Firefly Tiny House by Tiny Away is set in a secluded bushland area surrounded on one side by semi-cleared paddocks, established trees, and bushland, supplying dappled shade spaces, and flourishing natural surrounds. You can enjoy a generous decked outdoor space to lounge back and enjoy the serenity that our property has to offer.
A cozy 139-square-foot tiny home with abundant deck space, easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. These amenities include an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers).
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the tiny home and its fenced acres of landscaped and decked land. Guests can enjoy views of the large dam, creek, and farming paddocks spread over 60 acres of natural bushland.
- There is also a variety of equipment you can use during your stay, including hammocks, mini zen garden, outdoor umbrella, blue-tooth speaker, yoga mats & pose cards, colouring books, pencils, Kaleidoscope, outdoor/ deck games, clear rain umbrella, board games, and conversation cards.
- Farm activities can be organized upon prior request only & for guests staying 2 nights or longer. This includes feeding, patting, and taking photos of chickens, miniature goats, border collies and our horses.
- Reminder to make arrangements 24 hrs before arrival for farm animal experiences. Please note these may not go ahead due to bad weather or host availability.
- There is no need to contact the host and book ahead for the bath, bbq as these amenities are at the tiny home and will be ready for use upon your arrival
Heart Selfie Frame!
Enjoy taking some lasting memories of your stay at Firefly by using the hanging heart selfie frame. The pole is moveable and can be spun to choose your image direction.
There is a selfie stick and tripod with a light and remote (also cord and usb plug), including a native flower box of accessories to enhance your images is also available (includes many items such as heart glasses, flowers, bow tie, tiara) to decorate the heart and/or yourselves.
Please use these items carefully and pack away neatly for the next guests to enjoy too. Thank you
The Neighborhood:
Firefly Tiny House by Tiny Away sits in the rural locality of Girvan. The ideal farm stay NSW getaway is set in a secluded area with a few close neighbours, approximately 1 kilometre from the property.
Just an hour's drive to Newcastle and Port Stephens, a 45-minute drive to either Dungog or Hawks Nest, a 25-minute drive to Buladelah, and a 1.5-hour drive to the Hunter Valley Vineyards.
Explore local favorites during your stay. Enjoy a drink or meal at The Farmer’s Wife Gin Distillery, or stop by The Mill Farm Gate for local produce, honey, cheese, and handmade pottery. Crafty Friends on Cowper Street offers vintage goods, secondhand books, and local crafts.
Grab breakfast or gelato at The Stroud Milkbar & Café, or visit Stroud Country Club and Three Birdies Restaurant for dinner or a relaxed drink. Head up to Silo Hill Lookout for sweeping views of the countryside.
For great coffee and fresh meals, try Billy T Café, and don’t miss Ma Baker at Booral for baked treats before 2 p.m. End the day at Central Hotel with a pub meal and live music on Friday nights.
Getting Around:
By car:
- Newcastle, half an hour drive along the M1, turn at the Buckets Way, 20 mins drive to Booral. Then at RHT onto Booral Rd and 10 mins drive through to Girvan. RHT onto Brooks Rd and then 1 min till a RHT into our property.
By public transport:
- It is advisable to bring your own car as public transport is not a viable option.
Other Things to Note:
- Outdoor Firepit only available from March through August and free firewood is available. Firepit not available during fireban period.
- Gas BBQ available all year round
- No smoking allowed on the property
- Outdoor bath available all year round
- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed
- Telstra has a good signal. Optus, Vodafone, 2degrees, and Spark have weak to no signal
- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge
Guest Advisory
- Reminder to make arrangements 24 hrs before arrival for farm animal experiences. Please note these may not go ahead due to bad weather or host availability.
- There is no need to contact the host and book ahead for the bath, BBQ as these amenities are at the tiny home and will be ready for use upon your arrival
Important note:
- It is very important that you take a screenshot of directions, door code, and information sent to you about your booking, as you may not be able to access your email when you get close tothe accommodation (depending on your mobile service provider)
- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain the cassette toilets and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding.
Interaction with Guests:
Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.
