Parker Farm - Mornington Peninsula

Parker Farm is a 10.5 acre hobby farm. We are aiming to be self sustainable and environmentally friendly. Our ducks and chickens provide fantastic fresh eggs for guests. We have 2 holding yards for horses for those who want to compete locally and have their horse stay with them (extra charge) The Mornington Peninsula just minutes away from beaches, wineries and fabulous walks. Ideal for bridal parties as we have 4 separate beds and minutes away from supermarkets, restaurants. You need a car. The barn has one main large living area the lounge, kitchen and dining area. There are 2 bedrooms the main bedroom has a Queen size bed and has space for a portacot if you bring one for an infant or you can hire from us. The second bedroom has a double bed and a single bunk bed providing accommodation for a further 3 people or children, plus a portacot can fit in there. In the lounge area there is a double sofa bed which can be made up for more guests. The barn can accommodate 7 guests. There is a full kitchen with electric stove, oven and microwave. All bed linen is provided including towels and blankets. A small provisions box will be provided of some basic necessities so you can make a cup of tea or coffee upon arrival particularly after a long journey. Bread, butter and milk. There are other condiments available. The barn has some books, toys and games for children and adults alike. There is also a Wii and Playstation console, plus a dvd player, tv and cd player. We can also offer babysitting for a fee if available. We unfortunately cannot accommodate pets due to the livestock, chickens, ducks and native animals here on Parker Farm. There may be an opportunity dependent upon length of stay to assist with some farm activities like egg collecting or feeding animals with notice and time allowing if requested but cannot be guaranteed. We live in the Mornington Peninsula just minutes away from beaches, wineries and fabulous walks. There is Moonlit Sanctuary a native park just 10 minutes away where you can see and feed kangaroos, koalas and other Australian native animals. We are also very close to the Big Goose Farm and Dinosaur World. The Woodlands Estate, The Peacock Estate, Sages Cottage a few of the many wedding venue destinations are all approx 10 min drive from Parker Farm. Tyabb airfield is approx 3km away for those of you having flying lessons. HMAS Cerberus is 15km away a drive of approx 15 mins. We are surrounded by 200 wineries on the Peninsula and some are a very short drive away (5 mins). For those of you wishing to venture further afield, the Dandenongs are 52km away a drive of approx 50 mins to Puffing Billy, Phillip Island is 100km away a drive of approx 1hr 15 mins and the city is 65km a drive of approx 53mins. We are a rural location so if peace and quiet (apart from farm yard animals) is what you require with facilities nearby then this will suit you. You will require a car. Self check in is available however there is usually someone always around to assist if needed. There is NBN wifi at Parker Farm however it can be intermittent due to the rural location. You will have access to the private barn which is self contained. Access to other areas of Parker Farm are strictly by arrangement and with a member of Parker Family due to farming environment. Although you are completely private and separate to us our own house is nearby and should you require any help or assistance there should usually be someone around all the time. Please note there is limited wifi at Parker Farm. We are environmentally friendly - not entirely off the grid but we do use wood heating (not in the barn), solar for energy, septic tanks and water tanks. Self check in available. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the barn and is only allowed outside the barn in a designated area. We are in a high risk fire zone and on acreage so cigarettes must be extinguished in the fire bucket provided. Additional guests not listed on the original booking will either be asked to leave or charged accordingly. Any visitors to the Barn must be discussed with hosts. Guests staying overnight not agreed with hosts will result in the Airbnb stay being terminated without refund. Coolart road is the gateway to the Peninsula we are a few minutes drive from a wide range of wineries. The big goose, dinosaur world, Tyabb airfield, Tyabb Packing House Antiques, Sages Cottage, The Peacock Estate, The Woodlands Estate all great wedding destinations and many other wineries are a short drive away. Come relax and have a fabulous weekend. We are a short drive away from Somerville township which has a train to Melbourne and public bus services. Melbourne is 53km away. Phillip Island is 100km away. Basic provisions will be provided upon arrival to enable you to make a cup of tea or coffee but you will need to obtain further supplies if your stay is more than overnight. You may also receive additional items such as fresh Parker Farm duck or chicken eggs but that cannot be guaranteed. Babysitting is available at an additional cost. Portacot and stroller available for hire. Please bring some gold coins for additional feed bags for the animals.