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Parma Farm |
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Parma Farm is the oldest existing rural property in the Jervis Bay region and is heritage listed and classified by the National Trust of Australia. Choose from four fully self-contained houses, each privately positioned on 500 acres of farmland overlooking a large dam, Parma Creek and natural bushland. Parma Farm is an ideal base for your summer or winter Jervis Bay holiday. Enjoy seclusion, space and privacy and be only a short drive away from the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay. |
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Parma House |
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Parma House was built in 1874. It is one of the few historic houses in the district which retains many of its original features such as local cedar wood work and 13 feet high ceilings. Parma House offers the space and grace of a large country home. Other features include cosy log fires, wide shady verandahs, sunny courtyards and large rooms with high celings. The house is furnished with many antiques which complement the style and age of the house. Parma House is ideal for a large family or two or more small families or group of friends. It is also a suitable venue for small celebrations or functions. FACILITIES AT PARMA HOUSE "The house is a simple but elegant example
of the style of the time with wide verandahs and French doors. The
high ceilings were originally made from lathe and plaster and the
doors and internal woodwork were cut from red cedar. It has always
been a working property and successive owners have made gradual
changes over the years while keeping the essence of the house alive." Comments taken from the Parma House Guest book A gracious and delightful old house with lots of nooks and crannies to play hide and seek in. Evenings on the verandah enjoying the sunset over peaceful fields … bliss. I would love to live here at Parma Farm. It was the best holiday ever! In the short time that we were here an immediate sense of relaxation came upon us. We'll be back! Thanks for the privilege of being part of the Phelps family sojourn here at Parma Farm - a great place to spend with family and friends. A magnificent house with every comfort and pleasure - more beauty than we had imagined. A memory for us all - a joy. We have had the loveliest weekend - a milestone birthday, a multitude of kids, family and friends. Beautiful house, land, weather, atmosphere, gourmet delights - just one problem … having to leave. Fastastique! Beautiful surrounds, beautiful place, great atmosphere. I love Parma Farm. It is the best farm I have ever been to. I love collecting the eggs. It is so much fun! We come here every Easter. A great 7 days. Walks, canoeing, touch footy and soccer on the lawn. The baby loved wandering the huge house. Loved staying in Parma House - hide and seek was great fun and loved the fires. |
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Granny's Cottage |
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Granny's Cottage was built in the 1930's from one of the wings from Parma House. In 1996 it was completely renovated, in keeping with its rural heritage, to provide a special holiday retreat. The cottage is on one level so it is ideal for families with toddlers. It's also a cosy retreat for couples. FACILITIES AT GRANNY'S COTTAGE "As I watched horses in the paddock
from the front porch of our farmstay cottage, I felt a whole lot
further than two and a half hours from Sydney ... The cottage is
ideal for young families, as it's fenced, so my wife and I could
watch our two little boys playing outside as we relaxed with a glass
of wine, a couple of good books and the crosswords." "The quaint old farmhouse is one of
four set high in private positions on historic Parma Farm ... with
its three comfy bedrooms (a queen size and two twins),a living room
with open fire(and double sofa bed) and large combined kitchen,
dining and family room, Granny's Cottage is perfect for a young
family."
Comments taken from Granny's Cottage Guest book: The perfect weekend retreat for two or more people. Enjoyed the country life in style. The space and grace that we hoped for. Thank you. We're been all around the world since our last holiday here but nothing compares to Parma farm and the people here. Thank you for the privacy and the 'five star' accommodation Ideal in every way. What a perfect location to relax in. The tranquillity and beauty of the place ensure that a person can only enjoy all that nature has to offer. Lovely bushwalks, kangaroos, wombats and bike rides - we'll be back. The kids loved the chickens, horses and the dogs. Loved everything about the house. A great holiday. The perfect place for much needed soul searching. Thank you for the personal space and look forward to many more weekends. Parma Farm has a wonderful energy - I will always cherish this place. Lovely as usual. A beautiful place to bring overseas visitors. |
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The Corn Loft |
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Many years ago The Corn Loft was where the husking of the farm's corn took place. Now the corn is gone it's a very comfortable place to stay! The Corn Loft has undergone a complete renovation, however it retains many of its original features such as internal wooden walls and beams. The building is classified by the National Trust of Australia. The Corn Loft has beautiful rural views both north and south from the kitchen and elevated lounge room. It is an ideal place for couples or a small family. FACILITIES AT THE CORN LOFT
Comments taken from the Corn Loft Guest book: We loved the cottage, views, all the animals, the canoe, wombats, everything in fact! A bit of heaven on earth Thank you for the perfect holiday. It was SENSATIONAL - the perfect balance. This place is fantastic. We will be back. Thank you for all the nice touches. Magical! They say the grass is always greener - now I know this is true! We have enjoyed a memorable week on your beautiful property. The countryside is stunning. It has been lovely to wake in sunlit rooms to the sounds of animals and birds. The cottage is delightful. I would like to think we will be back soon. We adored it here, all the touches are perfect! |
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Parma Creek Cottage was completed
in 1994 and is built from mud bricks made on the property. This
spacious two storey house features cathedral ceilings and polished
timber floors. The open plan design takes advantage of the peaceful
rural views from every window. FACILITIES AT PARMA CREEK COTTAGE "Arrival was bliss. There we were at The Dream House, a two storey mud brick house ringed with a flower garden glowing in the light spilling from the cottage. It had a fire in the grate, couches with plump cushions, magazines left about to encourage idleness, artworks - and vases fully of flowers. With its vaulted ceilings, polished floors and big cedar windows giving onto rural vistas, it has the feel of a ski lodge for the wealthy." Review in the Sydney Morning Herald Travel 1996 Rated 20/20 Comments taken from the Parma Creek Cottage Guest book: I thought I'd died and gone to heaven! Beautiful place, tranquillity at last. What a great place to spend our summer holidays mornings spent down at the beaches at Jervis Bay and afternoons relaxing away from the crowds in the cool of the light nor-easterly breeze, Fantastic! The atmosphere was truly inspirational! Fresh air, log fires, good food and the most beautiful mud brick cottage. Combine this with great company and life does not get much better! Thanks and we will return. Lovely, tranquil home with beautiful surroundings, a great holiday place for everyone. Thank you for making our holiday one to remember. Wonderful, warm and relaxing. It's like having your own house in the country. We loved it! Good place for friends to write a book together, chat, drink coffee, visit the swimming hole, eat lots of yummy food, gaze off into beautiful distant views and dream about living here! Thank you and dream on! Didn't want to leave! Will be back. Beautifully appointed - we were not wanting for anything which is so rare. Thank you. |
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Things to do at Parma Farm |
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• Spend relaxing days on the shady verandahs absorbing the peaceful country tranquillity • Curl up in front of the fire with a good book or relax listening to a CD • Explore the farm and bush; look out for native birds (there are many varieties) and native animals such as wombats and kangaroos • Go for a bicycle ride around the farm roads (safe for children) • Go fishing for native bass in the farm dam or just observe the antics of the native ducks • Head down to the creek for a dip, a picnic or a paddle in the canoe. You can even try catching some yabbies • The children can collect eggs from the chickens, pat the horses, calves and the friendly dogs and enjoy the space and freedom of the farm • Horse riding can be arranged at the local riding school which is close by • Take a short drive to Jervis Bay and have a swim at one of its many beautiful beaches • The regional boat ramp at Woollamia is only a 10 minute drive away and there's plenty of parking for boats at Parma Farm Parma Farm is centrally located in the Shoalhaven region so it's an ideal holiday base. Jervis Bay, Arthur Boyd's, "Bundanon", wineries and the antique/craft/art shops and galleries of Berry, Kangaroo Valley and Milton are all only a short drive away. |
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