About 28 Gates, Luxury Farm Stay & Accommodation

History  

This stand-out building is located within the bounds of historic "Bloomfield", a 7th generation grazing property that dates back to 1862. It is distinctive for its 5500 acres (2200 hectares) of sweeping pastures, rolling hills and trout-rich lakes. At least 80 species of birds have been noted here, including 7 of the 12 endemic birds of Tasmania. The accommodation itself is nestled within the working farm, and a short drive to three lakes well stocked with Rainbow Trout, Wild Brown Trout and Tiger Trout, perfect for fly fishing. The characteristic 28 gates building has been dedicated to offering premium, spacious accommodation for up to six people. Nothing has been overlooked during a complete refurbishment, transforming it from its former life initially as stables and grain lofts, then later as shearers' quarters. Opened in October 2011, this unique and tranquil accommodation in Tasmania is now yours to discover.

 Originally stables and grain lofts built in 1936, the distinctive 28 gates building was hastily converted in 1967 to shearers' quarters after bushfires swept through the property and destroyed the existing quarters shortly before shearing. Owners Susie and Michael Parsons converted the building once more, this time a complete refurbishment affords visitors a luxury farm stay experience beyond the tallest stories of any of its former occupants.

Susie and Michael reside in the over 110 year old Bloomfield homestead. The 5500 acre property runs 10000  Merino and White Suffolk sheep, for fine Tasmanian wool and also for free-range grass fed lamb. The property is also complemented by 600 acres of irrigation for fodder crops.

Nature & wildlife on your doorstep

Whilst we offer a number of activities here at 28 gates, we are very well known for a strong Fly Fishing culture with three lakes where you can find Wild Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout and Tiger Trout. To date, the largest fish caught weighed a delightful 10 pounds, with the average weight being around 4 pounds. We have found that a woolly worm fly is a winner with these fish and the bonus of fishing at 28 gates is that you do not need a license. Another benefit of indulging in farm stay luxury is you can fish all year round in complete privacy!

Staying on a working farm means a variety of unique experiences are right on your doorstep. Explore the walking tracks, feed the farm animals, go on a property tour or head out on a guided 'night tour' on dusk to see the native Tasmanian wildlife...a must experience for all ages!

We are also fast becoming a targeted destination for bird watchers. We are known to have at least 7 of the 12 endemic birds which are only found in Tasmania: Yellow-throated Honeyeater, Yellow Wattlebird, Tasmanian Native Hen, Black Currawong, Green Rosella, Tasmanian Scrub wren, and the Tasmanian Thornbill.

Location of 28 Gates, Farm Stay Accommodation