Seahorse Cabin at Wattle Bank Farm

Seahorse Cabin is located on idyllic Wattle Bank Farm known for its Grow, Play and Stay activities. It is only 8 minutes to the glorious Inverloch beaches and the wonderful wildlife walks in the Wonthaggi Heathlands. Wilson's Promontory is just 1.5 hrs away.

It is sustainable farm that grows gourmet oyster mushrooms for local and Melbourne restaurants and also has a permaculture garden from which you can forage from. You can book in for a farm tour or a natural horsemanship experience with Australian adventurer Peter Bland and his wife Beatrice.

The 1970's 10 metre long caravan has been repurposed to provide an ideal getaway for a couple or family with young children.

The tiny home is appointed with a separate master bed room with a Queen Bed, 3 Japanese style bunk beds off the lounge room, a bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. It also has a beautiful indoor wood heater.

During your stay you can choose to be completely self sufficient or order a curated hamper showcasing local Gippsland producers. Access to the gardens can be arranged for guests to select additional seasonal greens and citrus. Maybe you might like to pre-order some mushrooms for breakfast!

The outdoor area includes a fire pit complete with hammock under the old spreading tree and is the perfect environment to unwind or dine in warmer months. You can cook indoors or in a camp oven in the fire pit or the BBQ. There is plenty of space for little ones to run outside or they can play on the tyre swing.

We love creating experiences for our guests so if there is any special occasions that you are celebrating, let us know in advance and we will help you curate a magical experience for your loved ones.

Pets are welcome but we ask that you kindly let us know a bit about them when booking. Please note that we live on the property with our horses, chooks, dogs and a cat.

Experiences/activities available at Wattle Bank Farm

⦁ 1 hour or 2 hour Natural Horsemanship experiences
includes catching your own horse, ground work leading them through obstacles, feet work, grooming, bareback and bit less, riding, bush polo and much more - we curate the experience based on your level of expertise.
⦁ Trail Rides near Kilcunda for the more experienced horse rider
*Horse riding equipment is included in the cost, you are provided with your own horse for all ages and level of experience. Children younger than 6 years, we can arrange a pony ride with parent. You can also request for some grooming material during your stay.
⦁ Kite surfing lessons can be organised through us in advance.
If you love to garden, let us know and we can set you up during your stay.

From The Shop at Wattle Bank Farm

⦁ A hamper for your stay made up of local produce from both our farm and local producers - Pre Order is essential minimum 48 hrs.
⦁ Fresh oyster mushrooms can be purchased from us for your stay and to take home or you can also forage. This depends on the season.
⦁ Seasonal produce is available as well as lemons and limes

Drop in at the farm shop to stock up on local goodies before you head home.

2022 Gippsland Business Awards - Finalist New Business Category
2022 Country Style -Legends of the Land Finalists across Australia
2022 Lux Awards - Best Rustic Accommodation - Gippsland
2022 Bass Coast Business Awards - Runner Up Business Innovation

The Local Community
We like to call Wattle Bank a small ‘hamlet’ wedged between the ocean and the countryside. Our farm is located on Bunurong land - Bass Coast 1hr and 50 minutes from Melbourne. Made up of pastoral lands, local producers, cheese makers and wine makers, you are surrounded by the famous green rolling hills of Gippsland and 25 minutes from Philip Island.

The Farmers Note
Peter and I absolutely love providing an immersive experience of our farm with our guests - from a personalised welcome to an introduction or experience with the horses, foraging and picking mushrooms, showing guests what’s growing in the garden and sharing this with them, stopping for a yarn in the farm shop. Alternatively, if you like total privacy, you are completely separate to the main property. We are always available if you have any questions and we enjoy sharing the best outings and produce from our local area.

Above all, we hope that you can relax and rejuvenate and simply unplug.
Images by the fabulous Fabio Oliveira