Fig Tree Farm Stay - Interactive Farm Stay Near Brisbane

Fig Tree Farm Stay near Brisbane is an interactive farm stay ideal for kids. Fig Tree Farm Stay sleeps 6 guests and is located on 5.5 acres in picturesque Highvale. We are located only 7 minutes from popular Samford village. The cottage has outstanding mountain views and a variety of friendly animals to interact with. Come and unwind and make some awesome family memories. A welcome breakfast basket is provided on arrival and fresh bread is baked every night in the cottage - yum! Enjoy collecting your fresh eggs from the coop to cook yourself daily.
The cottage is new and has a large patio, a fire pit, BBQ, ducted aircon, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom + 1 ensuite, a full kitchen and laundry. The cottage is located away from the main house and is oriented towards the paddocks and mountains for privacy. Wifi is complimentary and we have a TV with Netflix. NOTE- Guests cannot bring their own dogs so we can protect our animals.
The cottage is perfect for staying in if you are attending a nearby wedding, or just need a relaxing country escape!
Recommended for children 3yrs+ for full benefit with animal interactions.
Our 4 resident hand-reared goats (including 2 pygmy goats) are extremely friendly and love a cuddle and be brushed! We have two hand reared sheep that guests are also welcome to brush! We offer 'guinea pig encounters'. We have 6 guinea pigs at the farm. Guinea pig interactions will always be introduced by the host as they are cared for as part of the Fig Tree Farm family. We also have a 'Chick Inn' with 20 chickens so you can collect farm fresh eggs in a basket to cook yourself! Periodically we also hatch chicks! We live on the property and care for the animals continually thorough out the day, so all the animals will be introduced personally and any special instructions will be given on arrival. Fig Tree farm Cottage does not welcome outside dogs as we have farm animals to care for on the property.
The patio is perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of busy lives, while sitting and enjoying a wine or coffee. The cottage patio is not overlooked by the main house so it feels very private. Two of the 3 bedrooms have mountain and paddock views. The master bedroom boasts an en-suite with a large shower.
The cottage has outstanding mountain views and a feeling of country charm. The entire cottage is fully air-conditioned and is tastefully decorated. There are a large variety of indoor and outdoor games available to keep children and adults alike entertained! These include obit tennis, badminton, volleyball, giant lawn bowling, a cricket set, cards, board games, car sets, dinosaurs, a tea set, interactive activity books, children books and puzzles etc.
To make the cottage even more accessible to people with mobility issues we have added removable door ramps, a removable shower lip ramp, 2 types of shower chairs (one with arms and a back and a wheelchair friendly transferable seat), a removable toilet surround safety rail to aid standing up, a non slip shower mat, a chair protector, mattress protectors and a bed assist frame to aid getting out of bed.
Guests can access most of the bottom section of the property including the paddocks, seasonal creek, pine forest that overlooks the local cricket pitch, chicken coop, sheep paddock, orchard and goat enclosure. We have a 'share garden' in self wicking vegetable beds so guests can pick fresh herbs, lettuces and more to eat during their stay!
I will be available as required during the hours of 8am-5pm by phone and in person when I feed the animals. Additionally I will be contactable between 5pm till 8am via text. We live on site as it is our family home and we care throughout the day for the animals that are located near the cottage.
Samford village is just 7 minutes away by car to visit the swings at the park, or have an icecream. If you fancy eating out there are plenty of highly regarded venues to choose from. There are coffee shops and cafes located in the village as well as fine dining venues available. Pause and The Little Tree Bakery and Brewhouse, to mention 2, come highly recommended.
If you would like to explore the surrounding area for a day trip we are close to Mt Glorious, Dayboro and the popular Cedar Creek Falls. Travena Glen farm is nearby for a day out to take the kids horse riding and Lyell Deer Sanctuary has friendly deer to hand feed! Harry Potter fans will be delighted by the Harry Potter shop called 'The Store of requirement' and is located within Samford village. Cedar Creek is also nearby to take the children for a picnic and a swim in the rock pools!
The Samford Valley Rail Trail goes 8.3 km from Ferny Grove to Samford Valley and is great for cycling or walking.
Farmers makets are on the 2nd Saturday of the month at St Pauls Anglican Church and there is a market every Sunday at Ferny Grove station.
There is a train station in Ferny Grove (approx 15 mins away) that goes directly into Brisbane City.

I will be available as required during the hours of 8am-5pm by phone and between 5pm till 8am via text. We live on site as it is our family home and we care throughout the day for the animals that are located near the cottage.

Samford village is just 7 minutes away by car. If you fancy eating out there are plenty of highly regarded venues to choose from. There are coffee shops and cafes located in the village as well as fine dining venues available. Pause and The Little Tree Bakery and Brewhouse, to mention 2, come highly recommended.

If you would like to explore the surrounding area for a day trip we are close to Mt Glorious, Dayboro and the popular Cedar Creek Falls. Travena Glen farm is nearby for a day out to take the kids for a farm animal petting experience or horse riding. Harry Potter fans will be delighted by the Harry Potter shop called 'The Store of requirement' and is located within Samford village.

The Samford Valley Rail Trail goes 8.3 km from Ferny Grove to Samford Valley and is great for cycling or walking.

Farmers makets are on the 2nd Saturday of the month at St Pauls Anglican Church and there is a market every Sunday at Ferny Grove station.

There is a train station in Ferny Grove (approx 15 mins away) that goes directly into Brisbane City.

We do not allow guest dogs as we have farm animals to care for.

Ce gîte rural offre de nombreuses prestations et notamment des barbecues, un jardin et une laverie. La réception est ouverte 24h/24.

Ce gîte rural de Highvale est non-fumeurs.