At Ooraminna Homestead you can learn what the Outback really is, as well as explore the ancient landscapes or trace the endeavours of early gold mining and pastoral pioneers. See the stars light up the desert sky or enjoy the delights of camp oven cooking. Here it is possible to see previously unexplored country, find a waterhole or just relax and enjoy the vastness of the Australian Outback.
Description :
At Ooraminna Homestead you can learn what the Outback really is, as well as explore the ancient landscapes or trace the endeavours of early gold mining and pastoral pioneers. See the stars light up the desert sky or enjoy the delights of camp oven cooking.
Here it is possible to see previously unexplored country, find a waterhole or just relax and enjoy the vastness of the Australian Outback.
About the property:
William and Mary Hayes were one of the pioneer families of the Alice Springs District. They arrived in 1884 with horses and bullock teams loaded with steel telegraph poles to replace the original wooden poles on the Overland Telegraph line.
Today, six generations later, Bill and Jan Hayes and their family own and operate Ooraminna Homestead. The 450,000-acre property is situated between the Macdonnell Ranges and the Simpson Desert and includes the Ooraminna Ranges. It boasts magnificent red sand hills, weathered rocky outcrops, and a profusion of plant and wildlife.
This Central Australian cattle station allows you to gain insight into the workings of such a property, if you are lucky you may be able to be involved in a muster, or watch the chopper pilots bring the cattle in. See the different land formations, learn about the unique flora and fauna of the region and experience the fascinating views of the surrounding countryside.
Property facilties:
- Check-in-1pm
- Check-out-11am
- Nearest airport-Alice Springs
- Transfer time from airport - 30 mins
- No. Floors-1
- No. Rooms-3
- Deep baths in 2 cottages
- Laundry facilities-on request
- Safety deposit boxes-on request
- Serviced on request
Room facilities:
- Ceiling fans
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Hairdryer-on request
- Washing machine-on request
- Balcony/terrace
- Ensuite bathroom
- Room view-overlooking the outback Macdonnell Ranges
Location:
Ooraminna Homestead is a 45 minute drive south from Alice Springs. Transfers from airport or town available on request.