Get away from the rat race and enjoy the peace of nature at its glorious best in brand new luxury accommodation ideal for families, couples, pets and children.

Just three hours west of Sydney, Horseshoe Bend Farm is nestled in 180 acres of historical 'gold panning' countryside. The farmhouse is situated high in the valley, and has amazing views from every window. Sliding doors open onto the spacious veranda.

Walk outside and enjoy the fresh country air and the panoramic views of the valley and distant mountains. Stop, look and listen to the sounds of the countryside and bond with your loved ones in an undisturbed beautiful setting.

Accommodation
This brand new farmhouse has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. A beautiful open plan kitchen and family room complete the picture with wrap around veranda. All modern conveniences are available including dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and DVD player.

Sleeping Configuration
Bedroom 1 and 2 have comfortable queen beds. 
Bedroom 3 has two bunk beds.
Bedroom 4 has a cot and pull out sofa bed.
Linen and towels are provided, so just bring all your food.
This is a 'getaway from it all' holiday - there is no mobile coverage and no TV.

Child and pet friendly
The farmhouse is fenced off so pets and children can run safely in the house paddock. Facilities include a CD player, a professional basketball hoop and plenty of board games. If the kids need quiet time, there's a DVD player inside or a swing set under the olive tree.

Getting There
The farm is three hours west of Sydney and only 35 mins from the Great Western Highway. Head towards Lithgow from either the Great Western Highway or the Bells Line of Road. Palmers Oakey is near the Turon Gates, around 50km from Lithgow towards Bathurst.

From McDonalds at Lithgow continue along the Great Western Highway for 26kms to the turnoff just after the Meadow Flat Creek. Take the right hand turn at the Sunny Corner and Portland sign. Follow the road for 7.6kms and turn right onto Dark Corner Road. Travel 4.4kms and turn right onto Dark Corner Road/Mitchell Highway. You are now 25.3kms from the farm. At 21kms you'll see the Palmers Oakey Fire shed on your left hand side. You're nearly there! Look out for the letter box in the shape of a horse and go up the long drive.
OR you can take the Mudgee exit off just after Lithgow and follow the Castlereagh Highway to Capertee. Just after Capertee turn left and follow the dirt road to Turon Gates. The views are amazing. Horseshoe Bend Farm is 12 minutes from the Manager’s Cottage at Turon Gates. Look for the letterbox on your left hand side this time!

Things to see and do
Walks
From the farmhouse, you can walk straight up onto the 'Big Hill': a landmark in the area. The views from the Big Hill are amongst the most spectacular in the country.

Pan for Gold in your very own creek
Walk down past the old cattle yards to the Palmers Oakey Creek. If the water is low, you can walk along the creek bed and follow 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.

Day trips
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 your 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 drive through the historical mining town of Sofala. It's an extraordinary place to visit, and 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.

What does it cost?
WEEKENDS: $560 from Friday 12noon - Monday 11am

WEEKDAY SPECIAL: $160 per night. Two nights minimum.
FULL WEEK: $880
HOLIDAYS: 15% surcharge

Pets welcome. Water and food bowls provided for their comfort.

For enquiries and bookings go to www.takeabreak.com.au/Horseshoe-Bend-Farm.htm