Experience the rustic charm of Barkala Farmstay, where outdoor enthusiasts can hike, bike, or play volleyball on site. Indulge in a cooked-to-order breakfast at Blue Wren Cafe and unwind by the seasonal pool or explore the art gallery.
Coonabarabran Visitor Information Centre - 43 min drive - 44.6 km
Warrumbungle National Park - 52 min drive - 59.4 km
Restaurants
‪Blue Wren Bush Cafe - ‬1 min walk
About this property
Barkala Farmstay
Enjoy your visit to Dandry with a stay at Barkala Farmstay. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Blue Wren Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.25 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 to 40.5 for adults, and AUD 5 to 20 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.25 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 10 per pet, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from September to March
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of AUD 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Barkala Farmstay?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Barkala Farmstay?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Barkala Farmstay and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Barkala Farmstay?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Blue Wren Cafe.
What's the area around Barkala Farmstay like?
Barkala Farmstay is located a short 1-minute walk from Pilliga Nature Reserve.
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Cleanliness
10
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2024
Peaceful, off-grid delight
Lovely staff, clean comfortable accommodation, good food, lots of space to go exploring.
Wish I had longer to enjoy the surroundings.
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
It is reasonably basic accommodation, but had everything that I required. It is dog friendly with many walks to take dogs on. I'd recommend it for a couple, especially if they have a pet with them. The pottery is also very interesting.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2023
Nice staff, pet playmates and nice homey feel
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2022
Enjoyed our stay there. Had fun. Staff was really efficient.
Umair
Umair, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Being a farm, it was nice to be able to have a nice walk around areas of the farm.
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2023
Very eclectic surroundings. The pottery was stunning and there were extra activates for the kids. They loved it too.
Emer
Emer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
Amazing find. Really fabulous acc. Awesome food. Great amount of things to do. This place is well worth going to. Also has a large pottery studio. Very friendly.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2023
This place is a little gem, all of the staff are happy and helpful. They are great communicators. This is a very rustic place, very clean, warm rooms, comfy beds. They offer cooked dinners as they are out of town, I had the cooked dinner and it was awesome. They have a very nice selection of quality wines.
They have areas on the property that you can bush walk, with a lot of birdlife and native plants.
There is an unsealed dirt road of about 10km long to get to them, considering the length and type of road it is quite good. There are some bumpy rough spots.
I would definitely stay there again. Good value for money.
Sharyn
Sharyn, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2021
The location was great,fairly easy to access.Staff were top.notch .
Being an amature potter myself I was mist interested in viewing the sale Gallery, the studio all the beautiful pieces completed and available for purchase .The prices were indicative of the quality and skills of each potter. A calm and peaceful place to experience .thank you to the team fof gheur cameraderie and caring.
Lyn
Lyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2021
Good experience, beautiful watching stars at night.
van
van, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2021
Genuine care shown by all staff made me feel so welcome. I am looking forward to returning to this earthy and meticulously clean oasis in the spectacular Pilliga! Dog friendly, home cooked meals, lovely fresh linen, intelligent staff, family owned and run, beautiful architecture, amazing pottery studio and so much more to experience.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2020
Great location - made a fantastic break from our road trip MEL - BNE
Brodie
Brodie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2020
The pottery was beautiful. The service was great. The food was very good quality and reasonably priced. It was a little hot but not their fault. Loved the stay would definitely stay again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 22, 2019
Great friendly staff all willing to happy Really enjoyed the pizza.Thanks
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2019
Unique farmstay accommodation. You can feed farm animals, many bushwalking trails, pottery lessons, lovely cafe serving fresh wood fired pizza and home made gelato among other menu items. The staff are warm and friendly. It is a farm so expect some dust and flies, making it an authentic experience. Maria and her family have created a little oasis in The Pilliga.
Alicen
Alicen, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 6, 2019
DO NOT STAY AT THIS PROPERTY.
We arrived late to find no lighting, no room numbers and people in the room that we had been told would be ours. There is no after-hours contact number and no phone reception at the property.
We had to drive 35km back into town at 11pm after a frightening experience and were lucky to find alternative accommodation.
These people are unsafe and inconsiderate. DO NOT GO THERE.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2019
Amazing staying in the old School House. Really something special.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2019
Back to basics
Rustic accommodation but perfect for the environment - the little add-ons like the bushwalk with Kerry are super and the offer of dinner even though we arrived very late was much appreciated
Liam
Liam, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 29, 2018
Really enjoyed our stay. The peace and quiet.
The night sky. No mosquitos. Enjoyed the pottery demonstration and cafe. There are nice walks to go on . The only negative was that there was no hot water, so a cold shower.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 2, 2018
Lovely family environment, but logistics very difficult if you have babies needing bottles etc. We stayed in the farmhouse which was cute, but bring all your own cups/bowls/cutlery and be prepared to queue to shower and brush your teeth!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2018
Great farm stay
We had a lovely stay! Comfortable room / bed and heating. We shared the bathroom with two other couples but we managed okay! We so enjoyed our panorama walk overlooking the property which took us an hour and half. My husband enjoyed his evening meal of German sausages & I the barramundi! Overall a lovely experience!
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2018
Great Walks on the Property, Friendly hosts
THe owner was very helpful with anything we needed. The pinch pot classes were excellent value at only a third of the prices charged in Brisbane. My 10 and 12 year old boys enjoyed this a lot. Although we hiked at Warrambungles and Kapatur National Parks, this property had some excellent hiking trails and walks whic hwere well maintained and had peaceful beautiful views. The Cafe had excellent food. Blankets were warm for winter and the beds comfy.
Kath
Kath, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2018
We arrived after a long and arduous trip, Maria was there to welcome us, she knew the purpose of our stay was to celebrate my mums 80th, lots of focus on ensuring everything was as it should be. I thought Maria was the most authentic business person I have come across during many decades of all sorts of travel. Imagine how blown away I was to hear Maria's own mum had very recently passed yet her focus was on ours and other guests experience . By the way the whole stay was wonderful but really stood out was a sense of ethics which permeated through all the staff, I loved seeing kids playing and laughing outside with very happy hounds as well. This has prompted my first feedback for anything.....ever!!!
Lyn
Lyn, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2017
A hideout for creative nature loving individuals
There's something magical, everything about Maria's place. It's about 15 mins off newell hwy, in a middle of nowhere but it felt like I was welcomed to their house and stayed there. Not only clean and comfortable the people there are friendly who are into pottery and who love being there. Very unique place and there has been a lot of hard work going in to maintain this place. Don't expect a 5 star motel and please have respect to stay at their place, it is family owned and it is a gem. Thank you for letting me stay. Incomparable to any other place and the best place I've ever stayed
Hideaki
Hideaki, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2017
Such an amazing place!
A great place for family and lots of fun to be had on the farm and such amazing pottery too. The breakfasy and dinner was suburb!