Introducing the Haigslea EWE-Nique Hobby Farm
My first thought when we entered the animal enclosure at Ewe Nique Hobby Farm went something like this … Oh my god, those two baby sheep are the cutest things I have ever seen in my life!
My second thought was a very guilty … Oh my god, I can never eat lamb again 🙁
They were utterly adorable! Twin lambs that had only been born that very morning were following their mum around as she attempted to do what mothers of all kinds do …. fuel up on food while the little ones underfoot demanded her constant attention.
The little lambs eventually got tired of harassing mum and laid down in a woolly heap under a shaded area. Thankfully, they were close enough that we could watch their adorable antics!
What to expect ….
As the name suggests, the Ewe Nique Hobby Farm in rural Ipswich offers a unique outing for families. A hand washing station is available on-site and bookings are essential so that Dave and Penny can keep numbers manageable. This allows visitors to practice social distancing and have a Ewe-Nique experience.
Families can get up close and personal with a variety of friendly farm animals. Expect to feed and pet sheep, alpacas, lambs, goats, geese and chickens!
When you first arrive at Ewe Nique Hobby Farm, you will most likely be greeted by Penny as you enter. She will take your coffee, snacks and drink orders on the way in. This is also where you can pick up a small bucket of carrots and grain to feed the animals.
Families can then head over to a charming undercover area with tables, chairs and cloth-covered hay bales. Farmer Dave gives a run-down of what to expect and you will then be allowed to take your buckets into the enclosed feeding area to feed and pet Ewe Nique’s furry, feathered and woolly residents.
During the school holidays, kids can take home seedlings from Dave and Penny’s small plant nursery. Kids can pot them up at home and try their own little hands at farming.
Although kids of all ages (including adults) will enjoy interacting with the farm animals, the experience is particularly awesome for families with younger kids!
How to Book Your Hobby Farm Experience
Bookings are essential at Dave and Penny’s Ewe Nique Hobby Farm. This ensures limited numbers so that everyone can have a fantastic time.
Booking can be made via facebook, or by phoning 0410 487 263. Make sure to like and follow the Haigslea Ewe Nique Hobby Farm facebook page for the latest opening hours and costs. Also, don’t forget Instagram for their cute farm animal photos.
How to Find the Haigslea Ewe Nique Hobby Farm
The Ewe Nique Hobby Farm is located in the rural Ipswich suburb of Haigslea on Missigs Road, just off the Warrego Highway. The easiest way to find it is to type in, ”Haigslea Ewe Nique hobby farm” into Google Maps and follow the directions.
Ewe Nique Hobby Farm is located 45 minutes from Brisbane CBD, 16 minutes from Ipswich CBD and 1 hour and 15 minutes from Gold Coast CBD.
Disclaimer – We visited the Haigslea Ewe-Nique Hobby Farm in collaboration with Discover Ipswich. Opinions expressed are honest and based on my own experience.
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Getting to Ipswich and Places to Stay
Getting to Ipswich
Ipswich is conveniently located just 45 minutes drive south-west of Brisbane CBD, 45 minutes from the Brisbane airport and an hours drive from the Gold Coast.
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Where to Stay in and Around Ipswich
Quest Ipswich
Stay here to explore Ipswich City!
Quest Ipswich Apartments are only 1km from Ipswich CBD, making it the ideal base for exploring the region. They are serviced, comfortable and have plenty of room. The kids loved the free unlimited WiFi and I loved the kitchenette which allowed me to cook breakfast and dinner, saving a tonne of money in the process. It’s a fantastic option for families!
Tallavalley Farm B&B
Stay here to explore Marburg or for a peaceful getaway in a rural setting!
Located out in the beautiful rural area of Tallegalla, Tallavalley Farm is utterly charming and memorable. It’s three-bedrooms and two-bathrooms make it ideal for families. You can even bring your horse and dog!
It has all the comfortable features of a house with the added bonus of a fireplace and being able to sit on the roomy front verandah and watch the sun set over the rolling hills surrounding the 50-acre property.
Spicers Hidden Vale
Stay here for a luxury experience in a beautiful rural setting!
Staying at Spicers Hidden Valley is an experience in itself. Perched on top of a ridge with sweeping mountain views, the accommodation (airconditioned heritage cottages with one to four bedrooms) overlooks 12,000 acres of Australian bush.
There are heaps of activities for families including mountain bike riding, bush-walking, swimming, croquet and the animal farm. Make sure to tour the onsite animal research facility and join in their Koala safari.
Ivory’s Rock Convention and Events
Stay here for caravanning / camping and to visit Summerland Camels!
Set on the entrance to the stunning Scenic Rim area of South East Queensland, this picturesque property is perfect for those with a caravan or wishing to camp.
If you don’t have your own camping gear, try out their Rent-a-Tents or Bunkhouses. We loved the convenience of showing up to a tent that was already set up, complete with beds, outdoor gazebo, table and camp chairs.
More Information
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