It’s been a steep and fun learning curve over the past 2 1/2 years. One thing that we haven’t tired of, and are still learning about, is our chickens. We started with three and now have around 14…. having lost several along the way. We don’t bred them to eat[…]

Look out for our fantastic Summer Getaway Special! Relax on your balcony taking in the spectcular views whilst enjoying the local produce from you own gourmet breakfast hamper, taste the delights of local wines or visit Greenbushes unique swimming hole on the warmer days. Still so much to do in magical Balingup this summer.

Despite being neighbours we sometimes overlook some of the magical spots right on our door step! In need of inspiration for some Christmas gifts I visited the Balingup Lavender Farm today. Some 4,000 plants in full bloom . . . including many varieties of lavender, roses, colourful perennials and some[…]

Just as you never know which swim at the beach will be your last for the season, so too are we never sure when we’ll wake up to our last heavy mist for the season! Was today the last or will we get another one tomorrow?

Saturday October 15th sees the holding of the annual Spring Picnic at the Golden Valley Tree Park. This spectacular community run event features a range of activities throughout the afternoon, culminating in an enormous evening bonfire, complete with exploding bamboo! The evening will also see performances from many local musicians.[…]

Another school holidays are just around the corner. If you are looking for a break in the South West then we still have availability. It’s a spectacular time of year in Balingup, with some trees in full blossom and others already sprouting green leaves! Our big oak tree that stands[…]