When most people hear the term farm stay, they might picture a petting zoo, feeding a few chickens, or perhaps a pony ride. Kimo Estate offers something completely different—a 7,000-acre working sheep and cattle property in Gundagai where guests are invited not to pretend, but to witness real Australian agriculture in motion.

A stay at Kimo is less about staged experiences and more about connection—to nature, to place, to seasonality, and even to a slower way of life that feels increasingly rare in our hyper-connected world.

The Real Deal: A Working Farm in Action

At Kimo Estate, the activities guests see aren’t put on for show. Instead, they’re the natural rhythm of farm life. You might wake to the sound of a mob of sheep being mustered to the yards, or sit on your verandah and watch a tractor sowing seed across the river flats. Maybe you’ll catch sight of a crop duster plane weaving through the sky, or a team of stockhands sorting cattle for market.

It’s the kind of action that, while incidental to the farm’s commercial operations, enriches your stay with authenticity—and often becomes the most memorable part of a guest’s experience.

A Place to Slow Down

Of course, it’s not all action. One of Kimo Estate’s most treasured features is its tranquil stillness. The wide open spaces, vast skies, and peaceful isolation offer an antidote to the intensity of modern life. Foggy mornings, fiery sunsets, and huge weather systems rolling across the valley make the landscape feel alive—and often emotionally affecting.

Where to Stay: Farm-Stay Options at Kimo Estate

Unlike conventional farm stays, where accommodation is separate from the action, at Kimo Estate you’re right in the thick of it.

• The Cottages & Shearers Quarters are nestled deep in the heart of the farm, near working yards and sheds. This is where you’ll often see the most seasonal activity—especially during lambing and shearing seasons. These charming, rustic buildings are beautifully restored, warm in winter thanks to their wood fireplaces, and spacious enough for families or groups.

• The Ecohuts, while perched more remotely on the property’s hilltops, give guests sweeping views across the river flats and cropping land. From here, you can witness everything from grazing cattle to nighttime baling—and experience complete seclusion under star-filled skies.

A Stay for Every Kind of Traveller

Kimo Estate attracts an incredible mix of guests—and each finds something different to love.

• Families with young children enjoy the freedom of wide-open spaces where kids can explore safely, climb trees, dig in the dirt, and reconnect with unstructured play.

• City dwellers are often blown away by the sheer quietness, the expanse of sky, and the freedom from digital noise.

• Older guests find comfort in the slower pace—sitting on a veranda, watching the day go by as sheep graze or distant machines hum through the paddocks.

• For international travellers, Kimo offers a rare glimpse into a real Australian working farm—complete with vast, open country and that rugged charm you can’t quite capture in a brochure.

Seasons on the Farm: What You’ll See

Each season offers a new window into farm life:

• Autumn: Cropping begins. You may see tractors planting winter grains, or sheep being fed in paddocks where grass is still recovering from the summer heat.

• Winter: A favourite time for many guests. It’s lambing and calving season, with over 8,000 lambs and 600 calves born across the property. There’s a magical stillness in the air and the joy of new life all around.

• Spring: The farm buzzes with activity as lambs are weaned and fattened for market, silage is cut and stored, and the land warms again.

• Summer: It’s haymaking season and harvest time. Expect to see busy tractors, rams and bulls going out to join with the ewes and cows, and the annual shearing and drenching underway.

The rhythm of the farm doesn’t stop—and there’s always something new to observe.

Explore at Your Own Pace

Guests are encouraged to explore the property using mapped walking trails on Strava, guiding them through remote backcountry, along the river, and over hills with panoramic views. These walks let you feel the scale of the farm, take in its natural beauty, and maybe even encounter some of its quieter residents—kangaroos, wedge-tailed eagles, and frogs singing from the wetlands.

A Legacy You Can Feel

Kimo Estate isn’t just a farm; it’s a multi-generational story of pioneering families—one that dates back over a century and has evolved with vision and care. Every detail, from the restored shearers quarters to the thoughtful design of the ecohuts, reflects a deep respect for place and heritage.

→ Learn more about the estate’s history here: Kimo Estate Detailed History

Final Thoughts: Why Kimo Is the Farm Stay You Didn’t Know You Needed

If you’re searching for a farm stay that offers more than just novelty—something genuine, peaceful, and unforgettable—Kimo Estate delivers. It’s not a curated farm “experience.” It’s the real thing, and that’s exactly what makes it so powerful.

Whether you’re a couple looking to unplug, a family ready to reconnect, or a traveller craving a taste of rural Australia, Kimo Estate invites you to slow down, look around, and embrace the season of life—whatever it happens to be—on the farm.

👉 Book your stay at Kimo Estate today and experience the difference of a true Australian farm stay.