About Gumtree Farmstay & The Shepherds Rest

Gumtree Farmstay runs beef cattle and a small flock of sheep all year round, as well as rearing calves and orphaned lambs during the months of August to October.

We offer 2 types of accommodation.

ARDGOWAN ROOM is hosted accommodation within our house. The bedroom has a comfy king size bed (which can become 2 single beds) and separate bathroom and toilet which guests have exclusive access to during their stay. The ARDGOWAN ROOM can accommodate 2 adults and includes a continental breakfast and Farm Tour at 4pm.

THE SHEPHERD'S REST is a self-contained shepherd's hut & separate from our house. It has a queen bed, kitchenette, composting toilet and shower. Unwind in the outdoor bathtub which is gas heated. Relax in the Cape Cod chairs, enjoy the views and star gaze at night. Gas BBQ outside. Feed & feed the alpaca & pet sheep who graze in the paddock around the hut. There are board games to keep you entertained and fairy lights for some extra magic. NO WIFI at the hut. Farm Tour for an extra fee.

Neither of our accommodation options are suitable for children and both have a maximum capacity of 2 people.
SMOKING is PROHIBITED and NO PETS ALLOWED.

Our farm is a short drive to Oamaru which has many restaurants.
We are the perfect base for sightseeing in and around historic Oamaru. Highlights of Oamaru include blue and yellow-eyed penguins, the Victorian Precinct and its array of artists and craftspeople, Moeraki Boulders and Elephant Rocks.
We hope to meet you soon.