Walks
From the farm house, you can walk straight up onto the 'Big Hill': an historic landmark in the area. The views from the Big Hill are some of the most spectacular in the country. There is 180 acres of cleared land for you to roam around!
Pan for Gold in your very own creek
Walk down past the old cattle yards to the Palmers Oakey Creek. You can follow the creek bed to the shape of the Horseshoe Bend, which gives the Farm its name. The creek runs into the famous Turon River, where you can enjoy fishing just a short 10 minute drive away from the Farm.
Try panning for gold or just picnic on the grassy hill on top of the Horseshoe Bend. Maybe you'll get a glimpse of the wombats that live there.
Horseshoe Bend Farm provides grazing land for stock in the area. At any time there can be up to 1000 sheep on the property or some cattle. The children will love it. At dusk look out for kangaroos and wallabies.
Capertee: A 20 min drive away where you can purchase all your basic groceries along with a drink in the local pub. You will drive through Turon Gates (just 10 minutes from the Farm).
Sofala: Go through Turon Gates and follow the road to the Castlereagh Highway. Turn left towards Mudgee and left at the Bathurst and Sofala sign. You'll arrive at the historical mining town of Sofala. It's an extraordinary place to visit, a great place to have tea and scones or a beer from the local pub. If you have an adventurous spirit and a four wheel drive, take the Sofala Road, to the left as you head towards Turon Gates from the Farm. This will be a family adventure you'll never forget!
Mudgee: Enjoy the sophistication of lunch in one of the many Vineyards in Mudgee. Fabulous cafes and art galleries.
Bathurst: Visit Bathurst and the home of the Mt Panorama racing circuit, just 40 minutes away.
Zig Zag Railway: Visit the famous Zig Zag Railway at Lithgow.
Leura and Katoomba: Wonderful shopping, art galleries, cafes and antique shopping. Many of the mountain towns have markets on a Saturday, great for bargain hunters.
Fishing and horse riding
Just 10 minutes away at Turon Gates
An endless sky and shooting stars
You will have to see the sky to believe it here! It is amazing. See constellations you've never spotted before and watch shooting stars! Enjoy special moments with loved ones on our beautiful veranda. Enjoy the views from our personally carved blue gum table. Sip wine and listen to the distant sounds of the sheep and cattle.