What to Expect at Berry Springs Farmstay 🌿🏡
Are you looking for a unique farmstay experience in the Northern Territory? Do you want to learn hobby farm skills, connect with nature, and embrace a minimalist lifestyle?
At Berry Springs Farmstay, we offer a peaceful, hands-on experience, but it’s important to understand what to expect before arriving. This is not a luxury B&B—it’s a place for those who appreciate simplicity, nature, and learning new skills.
1. A Quiet, Spacious Retreat – Limited Guests 🏡🌿
We are located on a large piece of land, but that doesn’t mean we host a large number of guests. We prefer to have only one or two guests at a time to ensure a personal and meaningful experience.
📌 Waiting List for Busy Seasons
If you are interested in staying with us, we highly recommend adding your name to our waiting list, especially during the tourism season, when spaces fill up quickly.
2. Getting Here – No Pickups, Uber Recommended 🚗
Please be aware that we do not offer pickups from the airport or city. We encourage guests to use Uber or arrange their own transportation.
🚖 Uber is available from Darwin Airport and can bring you directly to Berry Springs. Plan ahead to ensure a smooth arrival.
3. Food & Shopping – Easy & Convenient 🍽️🛒
Your room will be equipped with kitchen appliances, allowing you to prepare your own meals.
🥕 Food Options:
✅ Order your groceries online from Woolworths and have them delivered to Berry Springs.
✅ Walk to the nearby IGA, Johnny’s café, and popular Berry Springs tavern for basic essentials and meals.
💡 Keeping your kitchen area is essential! Flies and insects are common in the NT, so tidying up after yourself is a must.
4. Are You Independent and Comfortable in Nature? 🐾🌏
Are you someone who enjoys solitude and doesn’t need constant human company? If you’re happy spending time with animals rather than people, this could be the perfect place for you.
Our family welcomes you into our world, offering a lifestyle unlike anything you have experienced before. However, we expect guests to be adaptable, open-minded, and able to adjust to new ways of living.
5. Embracing the NT Climate ☀️🌴
The Northern Territory is hot and humid, especially in the wet season. Are you comfortable living temporarily in the tropical heat?
Most guests enjoy sleeping with their doors open, letting in the fresh air while listening to the sounds of nature—frogs croaking, insects buzzing, and occasionally, the distant howl of dingoes.
6. Learning Hobby Farm Skills & Animal Care 🐾🌱
Berry Springs Farmstay is a hobby farm, meaning guests have the opportunity to learn hands-on skills such as:
✅ Caring for animals, including bottle-feeding baby animals 🐇
✅ Basic fencing and property maintenance 🔧
✅ Gardening and growing tropical plants 🌿
✅ Sustainable farm practices
📌 Are you able to follow written instructions carefully?
Proper animal care is essential, and we provide clear guidelines to ensure our animals are well taken care of. We expect guests to read and follow instructions carefully—this is the only way to ensure their well-being.
7. Outdoor Bathrooms – Not for the Faint-Hearted 🚿🐜🕷️
Our outdoor bathroom offers a unique, open-air experience, allowing you to shower under the sky while surrounded by nature.
🐜 However, if you are afraid of insects, spiders, or other small creatures, this may not be the right place for you.
Spiders, frogs, geckos, and insects are part of the ecosystem and important for the food chain. They help control pests and contribute to a thriving natural environment.
If you embrace nature and don’t mind sharing your space with harmless critters, you’ll love this experience!
8. Early Mornings & Outdoor Living 🌅🍃
Are you happy to wake up early and start your day with the sunrise? Farm life starts early, especially in a warm climate like the NT.
🏕️ Outdoor living is part of the experience—guests have access to an outdoor kitchen, allowing them to prepare meals while enjoying the fresh air and beautiful surroundings.
✅ Cleanliness is essential—leaving food out attracts flies and insects, so tidying up after yourself is a must.
9. Minimalist Living – A Simple Yet Rewarding Experience 🌏
If you’re looking for a luxury retreat with air conditioning and room service, this may not be the right place for you. But if you:
✅ Love minimalist living and a down-to-earth lifestyle
✅ Enjoy the peace of nature over city noise
✅ Are happy to cook simple meals and clean up after yourself
Then Berry Springs Farmstay might be exactly what you’re looking for!
10. Who Would Enjoy This Farmstay? 🤔
✅ Adventurers who love being in nature 🌿
✅ Backpackers or travelers looking for a unique stay 🎒
✅ People interested in farm work or sustainability 🌾
✅ Animal lovers who want to interact with farm animals 🐾
✅ Independent individuals who are comfortable with solitude and self-reflection
Is Berry Springs Farmstay Right for You?
If you love nature, wildlife, and learning new skills, and you’re not too fussy about luxury, then this is the perfect place for you.
📲 Ready to experience real farm life?
🌐 Contact us to book your stay and get on our waiting list for the next available spot!
✨ Come for the farm, stay for the experience! ✨