Flinders Bush Retreats

Flinders Bush Retreats

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Posted 2016-10-27 by Steve Hudsonfollow
In today's busy lives it is often difficult to find a chance to retreat from it all and head to the country for a camping holiday. The thought of packing the car, finding the cooking tools and assembling the tent can often be so overwhelming that the whole idea is parked for another season. Well, that is until you book a weekend at .



Located about 10 minutes east of Hawker, is the brainchild of Sharon and Allen McInnis who own a huge pastoral property and have realised that tourism and farming can co-exist. The beautiful Willow Waters Gorge runs through part of the property, and within that Gorge, perched on a small rise, is a deluxe eco-tent.




Approaching the tent from the creekbed, it doesn't take long to appreciate the serenity. Phone reception has disappeared, and the lack of power lines provides a good indication of the weekend ahead. The highway noise has well and truly gone and is replaced by the distant bleating of spring lambs, the chirps of the birds, and the occasional frog.



Inside the eco-tent is a treat with a queen size bed holding form in the centre of the tent, and underneath a web of fairy lights. The sofa chairs look ready for a long weekend of occupation, while the Weber BabyQ, gas cooker, camp kettle, coffee plunger, crockery and cutlery ensures that all the tools needed are available.



To the rear of the tent is an en-suite complete with a hot shower, toilet, sink and a mirror for those who need to see the smile on their face enjoying the weekend retreat. The Quandong Chocolates are a nice gift from the owners, and they become the perfect accompaniment to the glass of wine while sitting on the balcony waiting for the sun to set and for the world to pass by.



The campfire area outside the tent looks like the place to be in the early evening, and the provided firewood ensures that the stunning environment of the Gorge is maintained. Meanwhile, the phone dims for the last time and is replaced by red ranges, a kaleidoscope of stars and the emergence of the moon.



By day, the sun rises over the range to the east and a different light is shone through the gorge highlighting the giant red gums lining the creek for some 3km. Following the main road through the Gorge offers many typical Flinders' highlights while a short trek along one of the many sheep or yellow footed rock wallaby trails leads one to the top of the hills for yet another different perspective.



However if glamping is not you, then has a guest house (with power) on the main property which suits families up to 8 people. Alternatively the Willow Waters Gorge has a number of secluded bush camping spots alongside the creek. Camper numbers for these spots are limited in order to ensure that everyone can enjoy the peace the serenity of .



are located in the Willow Waters Gorge, around 15km east of Hawker. Access is available by gravel roads suitable for 2wd vehicles. For further information refer to the website or their facebook page for details of upcoming specials.



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