Broken Gum Country Retreat

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Broken Gum Country Retreat

A beautiful place to retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life for a truly relaxing break. It can also sleep 2 people.
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Nestled in country South Australia, just 50 minutes east of the Adelaide CBD, lies a unique country retreat called ‘Broken Gum’. On 150 acres of rolling tree studded countryside, this gorgeous 3 bedroom, limestone and recycled timber loft home is fully self contained with stand alone solar power and rainwater. The open plan downstairs kitchen, dining and relaxation area, boasts a slow combusti

on plus wood stove, great for cooking delicious meals in winter and providing piping hot water. The LP gas stove is great for cooking during the summer months. The upstairs open area is also great for relaxing and has spectacular views. Individuals, couples, groups and families love this property. Kids delight in collecting eggs from free range chickens. A favourite pastime is spotting echidnas, kangaroos, sheep, lambs and a variety of lizards, ranging from tiny painted geckos to the larger goannas. Families of rabbits can be seen playing from the front verandah and there is an abundance of birdlife ranging from the tiny spotted finch and blue wren right through to the majestic wedge tailed eagle. The camp fire setting is perfect for sharing stories on still clear nights.

20 acres of virgin scrub houses some of the rarest native orchids and wildflowers in the region and is a delight to wildflower enthusiasts during springtime. Kangaroos can often be seen bouncing through this delightful area. This property also houses South Australia’s first Carbon Neutral Canopy Project of 14,000 eucalyptus, acacia, melaleuca and other native species. There are stunning panoramic views of Mount Barker and Lake Alexandrina, plus breathtaking sunrises, sunsets and moon rises. Whether going on a family treasure hunt around the property, playing hide and seek in the scrub or a short leisurely stroll up the hill where wild daisies in season display a magic carpet of yellow, you will love the experience of just getting back to nature. For a change of pace, DVD player, a collection of DVDs and CDs, TV, ipod docker and radio plus internet access is available.

25/10/2024

21/10/2024

WEEKEND SPECIAL OFFER!
Stay from Friday October 25th or November 1st and stay an extra 3rd night for free! A 30% discount.
Email [email protected] to make your booking.
We look forward to welcome you!

15/10/2024

Looking out from the back verandah. Telling those clouds to drop something for us. 7 inches of rain only this year so far.

22/06/2024

Misty sunrise at Broken Gum.

22/06/2024

Hope you can read these recent reviews from our wonderful guests. Except for just 2, our hundreds of guests over the years have all been great and quickly settle in to enjoy our 150 acres of serenity. Come and enjoy also soon!

02/04/2024

After last week of days over 30 degrees, suddenly our guests are ready to warm up, heat the hot water, or cook a nice roast in the old black Thermolux stove. The season has turned for the cooler, now we wait for rain! Our completely OFF GRID cottage is much cosier with a fire or 2 going inside. Come and enjoy!

26/02/2024

Some quick 'snaps' to bring our off grid early settler style cottage to you! Why don't you come to it? Plenty of dates are available after Easter, a cosy wood fire heated retreat for all who love the bush, peace and quiet. We look forward to welcome you!

24/12/2023

It's nearly '24!
Time to plan you first or next visit to Broken Gum. Happy planning!

14/11/2023

Researchers have found never-seen-before social characteristics in eastern grey kangaroos that show they may be more emotionally complex than previously thought.

12/10/2023

More great photos by Kent and Jen, our second time guests. They have a real gift for capturing the beauty of Broken Gum.

18/08/2023

Here are more beautiful photos by our guest Kent.These are already in our Bird Book for guests to add as they photograph them . Enjoy seeing them here or why not come and see for yourself! Thanks again Jen and Kent!

16/08/2023

Broken Gum Country Retreat - A birdwatchers paradise. Thanks Jen and Kent for these superb photos of some birds found in the scrub and revegetation project. My favourite is the Owlet Nightjar. Whats yours?

23/02/2023

Weather's cooling down now! Great time to enjoy beautiful summer views, peace and quiet. Come and enjoy!

14/01/2023

So, guess whose coming to dinner?

21/12/2022

We are closed for maintenance and family visitors but....
LOOKING FORWARD TO REOPEN for bookings 19/01/23.
You can book on our website www.brokengum.net or email [email protected] for all enquiries.

Our beautiful retreat/guest house on 150 acres of farm and bushland is available for booking at www.brokengum.net

06/11/2022

Broken Gum is a good place to sunbake, now Spring is arriving. This one enjoying a sand bake near our shearing shed.

26/07/2022

Winter nights cold outside but warm inside! Our wood stove in the kitchen and slow combustion in the living area fueled with free firewood keeps our guests toasty and warm in charming early Australian style.

06/06/2022

Some glimpses inside the Homestaed Cottage. If you want to see more, make a booking!

Address

417B Jaensch Road
Hartley, SA
5255

Website

http://www.brokengum.net/

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