OBI OBI HOMESTEAD - Farmhouse Retreat

7 bedroom Country farmhouse on 350 acre cattle property in beautiful Obi Obi Valley on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Fantastic views. Sleeps up to 16 guests. Rates based on twin/quad share. Ideal retreat for singles, couples, friends, family, small groups. Plunge pool, spacious living areas, decks, wood fireplace, BBQ, aircon/heating. Reconnect with nature: bushwalk, swim, kayak, birdwatch, spot platypus, farm animals. Explore local towns Montville, Mapleton, Maleny, Kenilworth, Eumundi. The 7 bedroom farmhouse can sleep up to 16 guests all in comfy beds (no roll outs, fold out lounges or mattresses on floors). Styled with individual loving touches & varying configurations. Guests will have exclusive use of the farmhouse. This ia an entry level rate based on up to 4 guests twin or quad room share. Please enquire about single occupancy room rates. Rooms not booked & paid for will be unavailable, this is to keep housekeeping costs at a minimum & maintain affordability for guests. Option for 12 individual beds if needed. Rooms are twin share, except for Room 1 which sleeps 4 + a porta-cot. The Mastersuite has its own private ensuite (bath, toilet, shower, double vanity), Bar fridge & kettle if required. Other bedrooms share the farmhouse bathroom area (separate shower, separate toilet, double vanity). THE DRIVE INTO OBI OBI - As you wind your way into Obi Obi, there's a true sense of discovering a secret world in this stunning rural valley. And, so it is - the area was once considered part of the Bunya Mountains, a meeting place of Aboriginal tribes for the traditional annual harvest & feasting of Bunya Nuts. Obi Obi Homestead borders Obi Obi Creek, the western side of Kondalilla Falls National Park & Kirbys Rd Environment Park. The farmhouse is easily located on Obi Obi Homestead. As you head slowly up the tree lined concrete driveway to the farmhouse, lookout for well camouflaged wallabies or maybe a wandering cow. At the top, majestic Bunya & Hoop pine trees stand tall like sentries guarding the property. It's time now to let go of the day's stresses & allow yourself to be in the moment. You'll be warmly greeted by our down to earth hosts, who will assist you with your luggage, escort you to your room & briefly orientate you around the farmhouse. You'll then be left to settle in, hopefully in time to enjoy a drink as you witness a stunning sunset followed by a sky filled starry night. Complete your day by booking an in-house massage, or maybe an opportunity to hand feed some farm animals or walk with the goats. THE FARMHOUSE- 7 bedrooms offering spacious living areas to relax & unwind, plunge pool, ducted aircon/heating, lounge room with wood fireplace, large well-equipped kitchen, dishwasher, oven, gas cooktop, filtered drinking rainwater, outdoor BBQ (for cooking meat & fish), library with books, boardgames, cd's & dvd's, satellite TV reception, Wi-Fi. Covered decks with sensational views - soak up the scenery, sip, snack, snooze or schmooze. A blend of country and modern furnishings and fittings create a comfortable & harmonious space. The original farmhouse has undergone numerous renovations over time to meet growing needs & we are always working on improving our facilities. We are not alone on the farm - there’s abundant birdlife, wildlife, plantlife & farm animals. You just need to stop, look & listen. There’s our herd of Droughmaster cattle, a few dairy cows who foster orphaned calves, a dog, cat, miniature goats & chickens, who may provide fresh eggs in return for food scraps. There’s a dam stocked with Silver Perch & Bass (catch & release certain times of year). Obi Obi Creek is also home to some rare & endangered species such as platypus, Mary River Cod, Mary River Turtle, Lung fish. Fishing IS NOT permitted east of Obi Obi creek crossing#4 which includes the creek on our farm, but it’s a great spot to swim, kayak & hangout on hot days. PLEASE BE AWARE that this is a farm in the Australian bush – animals can be very protective of their young, so please do not enter any paddocks or explore the farm without prior permission. WATCH YOUR STEP. Always prepare & be aware of your surroundings. We respect your privacy, but should you require assistance during your stay, we are conveniently located in a separate private cottage on the property large “Parties or events are not allowed”. Please enquire with details prior to booking to ensure the property is appropriate for your needs and that we can accommodate your request. For guests safety, access to the farm & areas outside the 'farmhouse immediate grounds' are strictly by prior arrangement with property hosts. Children must be supervised. The farmhouse & facilities are for guests use only. Hosts need to know who is on the property & a guest registration list with room allocations will be required before check-in. Visitors are strictly by prior approval & fees apply. Our Covid-19 declaration form will need to be completed prior to entry. As farmhouse hosts we are happy to be of any assistance where possible. In fact, we would prefer to be asked if you need our help rather than guests be uncertain about any farmhouse operations or questions about access to areas of the farm. As this is a working property, we may be out and about tending to various projects. We are mostly reachable by mobile phone or text. We live in a cottage within 50 metres of the farmhouse & can easily pop by to check that all is Ok, set the fireplace, check the aircon, arrange daily cleans if required, along with other farmhouse needs. We can also show you some top spots on the farm. Apart from our beautiful property & Obi Obi Creek, we are located about 1 km from Obi Obi Hall which is a popular country style venue for weddings and functions. Our local town, Kenilworth is just 11 kms away & boasts a unique experience of the '1 kg donut challenge' at the Kenilworth Country bakery, & great boutique shops, Kenilworth cheese factory, fabulous kids playground, swimming pool & special events. A general store, pizza shop, fuel, & Kenilworth hotel also provide some essentials. Mapleton village is 8 km away with cafes, Bella Vista pizza, bakery, fish n chips, BP and IGA for handy supplies. Mapleton Observatory, located at Mapleton school is a truly worthwhile experience. Obi Obi is in the Valley below Mapleton, Montville & Maleny. All of which are within an easy drive of 10 - 30 minutes. Fabulous walks, waterfalls, national parks , shopping, boutiques, restaurants, cafes. 'Kirbys Road Environment Park' adjoins our property. Obi Obi Homestead is accessible by vehicle. There is no public transport in Obi Obi. Private buses, Uber or taxis may come to this area. Nambour transit station (trains, buses, taxis) is just 20 minutes away. Sunshine Coast Airport is approx 40 minutes drive. Brisbane Airport is approx 90 minutes. Hosts are happy to assist guests source transport needs if required. All guests must be registered & complete a Covid-19 declaration form. We are happy to be of any assistance leading up to your booking & during your stay. Note: groups attending weddings in the area are a specialised booking so please discuss requirements with us prior to booking - 3 Night minimum may apply. Our rates start with up to 4 guests twin share. Rates are based on number of booked guests in twin share rooms or up to 4 share in family room. Single occupancy room rates are by enquiry. Children over 12 months of age are charged the standard extra guest rate. Infants under 12 months of age are free of charge if sharing a bed with adult or supplying your own cot & linen. Rooms not booked will be closed, this is to minimise housekeeping costs and maintain affordability for guests. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after themselves & expected to leave the place in similar clean condition as to how it is found (we take care of washing linen & towels). If additional cleaning other than our standard clean is required then guests will be charged accordingly. We are on tank water, so please use water wisely. We use an envirocycle so please no foreign objects or chemicals in toilet or shower. Thankyou for your cooperation.