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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dairy Song: Where the music happens

This historic family dairy near Nabiac is nestled in the hills between Forster, Taree and Gloucester. It became a music studio where songs flew between Nashville, LA, and Firefly* but today, is a freshly renovated spacious cottage under a towering Morton Bay fig tree where you can get creative or just kick back, relax and explore our property or nearby attractions of the lower mid north coast.

Birdwatchers - take note! There's a free album to anyone who can add another bird species to our list of more than 50 birds spotted on our 50 acres! Alternatively head to the nearby sandy beaches of Tuncurry, Forster or Blackhead, the mountain backdrops of Gloucester and Barrington, or the mighty Manning River of Taree.

Our hill is only 15 minutes off the Pacific Highway at Nabiac. Dairy Song studio features one large bedroom with queen size bed (& an optional fold-out bed for a child), a kitchen/dining room, and a rustic bathroom. Tinkle the ol' ivories on an heirloom piano or classic Fender Rhodes, curl up in front of the fireplace to read or watch TV (Netflix and On Demand TV available), access the Wifi, check out the sunrise or sunset from the decks outside, stretch out with some yoga on the decks or some hammock time, enjoy the outdoor hot/cold shower under the fig tree (day or night!), head out for a walk along our pathways, play some of our games (supplied) or gaze in wonder at the star-filled night sky.

Breakfast options include a fridge stocked with fresh local free range eggs, milk, tea, coffee, etc. Dinner can be sourced nearby from Krambach or Nabiac Hotels, or you are welcome to use the BBQ and well-equipped kitchen facilities provided.

Up to 2 small to medium size friendly dogs are welcome. Tick protection is recommended and note that although it's unlikely, we do not guarantee the more curious dogs won't find a way through the fence! We have a very friendly border collie who will be happy to befriend you or your dog, if his company is sought.

Always respecting your privacy, our own house where we live with our two children is less than 100m away, should you need anything at all.

Property manager

Rebecca Casson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • 4 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Note from host: Not suitable for a toddler due to the wood heater.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-12938, 2429

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Between Barrington the Deep Blue sea
Dairy Song: Where the Music Happens Cottage
Dairy Song: Where the Music Happens Firefly
Dairy Song Between Barrington the Deep Blue sea
Dairy Song: Where the Music Happens Cottage Firefly

About the neighborhood

Map
Firefly, NSW

What's nearby

  • The Big Buzz Fun Park - 29 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Manning Base Hospital - 35 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Forster Town Beach - 36 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 38 min drive - 41.1 km
  • One Mile Beach - 39 min drive - 40.8 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 34 min drive
  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Krambach Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • Brooks Beate Lieselotte
  • ‪Krambach Cottage - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Commercial Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bluegums on Bucketts - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dairy Song: Where the music happens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Dairy Song: Where the music happens?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dairy Song: Where the music happens?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dairy Song: Where the music happens located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Honeycomb Valley Farm, The National Motorcycle Museum, and Bullocky Wharf Reserve. Riverside Park and Wallamba River Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Dairy Song: Where the music happens Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

will v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thankyou
Hi Rebecca, thank you for making our stay at Dairy Song so enjoyable. We had a delightful time as did Dinah our staffy, meeting and playing with stevie. If and when we head your way again hopefully the cottage will be available, Cheers Will
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing little get-away
We had such a wonderfully relaxing stay at Dairy Song, Rebecca and her partner are lovely and welcoming hosts as well as Steve the dog. We have two greyhounds who really enjoyed the huge space to run around in and explore! This spot is in an ideal location, only 30mins from Forster and some of the surrounding beaches like Cellito and blackhead back beach. Rebecca gave us some amazing suggestions for food, Nabiac is only a 15min drive away and has lots of food options plus the motorbike museum! And yes you can take your dogs in! All in all, we had a wonderful time and would love to stay again to dsicover more of barrington coast! Thank you Rebecca, Hughie and Steve for being such wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity now
The home is so serene and peaceful. My partner and I loved the farm atmosphere. Dairysong was clean and cosy, with the host providing us with eggs, butter and milk, as well as plenty of firewood. If you’re on the fence, I’d suggest giving it a go! Bec and her family are great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely, quiet, unique getaway.
Dairy Song cottage was just as the photos and description online promised. My partner and I wanted to chill out somewhere quiet and peaceful for a few days and this is exactly what we did with our two dogs. The cottage was very clean and tidy as were the cutlery, pots and pans. There were fresh eggs and butter in the fridge and we were soon gifted with a lovely warm loaf of bread from our host. The coffee machine put to use and provided us with very tasty cuppa's. There are many music studio quirks about the place and a beautiful old piano that I enjoyed playing.....well....making sound on. The bathroom has great character and the shower is wonderful....good water pressure and heat. I loved the outdoor shower too! Who doesn't like nuding up in the outdoors? Our dogs loved running around outside and up the hill with the hosts lively border collie, Steve. The enormous fig tree beside the cottage gives welcome shade and it also has a swing hanging from a branch high above. Naturally I had to have a go. I'm not as good as I was when I was a kid, but it was still heaps of fun. We highly recommend Dairy Song and will return early next year. Thanks so much to Rebecca and Hughie for providing us with such a wonderful, peaceful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

dennis b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply the best
The cabin was perfect . Every thing we needed was there. Very comfy & peaceful. The fire was so good on the cold nights
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break for Wedding Anniversary
Stayed 3 nights with our dog Roxy. A nice quiet spot. Loved the outdoor shower. Showering at night in the open felt very invigorating. Loved the coffee pod machine. Overall our stay was quiet and comfortable. We were very relaxed when we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way
If you’re looking for a place where you can completely switch off and relax and immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings then Dairy Song is the place. The accommodation is spacious and comfortable. The wonderful hosts have provided everything for a self sufficient stay. The slow combustion fire in the bedroom is beautiful. The interior decoration is tastefully unique. The hosts afforded us all the privacy and were friendly when we caught up with them in the garden. Many different species of birds were spotted. I appreciated the vase full of Camellias on the kitchen table. An elegant and thoughtful touch. We’re looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome relaxing stay
Cosy little studio. Clean with basic grocery items. Nice and quiet in rutal surrounds. Helpful and friendly hosts. Fenced yard for our dog. Overall a lovrly relaxing stay.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect place to reset
My girlfriend and I stayed for 3 nights in this beautiful place. We came from Sydney to relax and to have a bit of a getaway which it was absolutely perfect for. If you’re looking to be more active, there’s plenty to do in and around the area. Rebecca was an excellent host and was so generous and kind. Couldn’t recommend Firefly more.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A most relaxing holiday
This certainly was one of my most relaxing holidays. After an extremely busy term, I booked a holiday at Dairy Song to relax, refresh and rejuvenate. Needless to say, my husband, our beautiful Bagel and myself had the most wonderful time. The place was very peaceful, quiet and fresh. We had everything we needed (the studio was surprisingly spacious - I expected a much smaller place) and the place was neat and tidy. There were many beautiful places to explore which were all less than an hour’s drive away. Most importantly, our Bagel had enjoyed playing and running around with Steve, the resident border collie. Thank you very much Rebecca for being such an excellent host. We would definitely love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful haven with so much character and beautiful rural surroundingsings surroundings
Easy, efficient, friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy hide-away
We expected, wanted and got some quirkiness but not at the expense of comfort etc. We enjoyed being able to use the AC for a bit of heat in the chilly evenings, the visits from Steve the border collie, and the cackling K,ookaburras. it was nice being away from the road, so it was peaceful until the rain hit the tin roof - but ear plugs are provided for the faint hearted. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A haven of peace and tranquility for us and our dog
Quirky, very comfortable property situated in rural NSW with stunning views all around. Pretty much the only sounds were birdsong, the odd moo, and the breeze rustling the trees. A wonderful escape from busy city life. We absolutely love this place and will definitely be back. Lovely friendly hosts (and host dog Steve who our dog loved playing with), and enjoyed patting the resident horse Colin. Fresh butter, eggs and milk in the fridge on our arrival. Perfect weekend away :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dairy Song
We were just looking for a place to sleep over for a couple of nights so we could attend a local wedding. This rustic, music themed studio with every convenience (plus pay tv) made us wish we booked for a couple of weeks. Situated on a dairy farm surrounded by rolling hills this is a nice cosy retreat for a couple and a great home base after some day tripping .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing country escape
Just what we needed. Dairy Song is the ideal country getaway, providing a cosy and comfortable farm stay with easy access to the many coastal or rural attractions in the area. We enjoyed our time very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal Tranquil Base Camp to Explore the Area.
We had a great time whilst staying here (4 nights)! Accommodation was clean, neat & tidy, with all the basics for a great relaxing stay. Set it a great rural area, just out of Nabiac, NSW. Venturing out each day to explore the surrounding areas & returning each day to be greeted by "Steve" (the border collie), who was great company for our dog. With NBN access to keep in touch with the world (or not) & of-course there is also the very friendly "Colin", the farms horse, who loves apples. Highly Recommend, for either a secluded getaway or a base camp for exploring the area, with everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fabrizio B.

Liked: Cleanliness
👍🏼Dairy song studio in firefly
Dairy song studio farm stay one of a good place I recommend to getaway from city. A place very nice and cozy, clean and fresh. Not far from forster.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, secluded cottaghe
Great stay- will definitely be back. Spike, our schnauzer, loved Steve the rounder-upper. This is a special place and you can see the personality of the owners everywhere. Special touches and very accommodating hosts. The fridge was full of thoughtful little things like butter, eggs & jam. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonita M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a find!
Beautiful location Welcoming guests greeted us with glowing combustion fire, freshly baked bread, chocolates. Very comfortable and offered more than what we needed. Scenic drive along Buckets Way the next day. Diary Song was quiet, secluded and private. Oh, the bird song is a full chorus in the mornings- delightful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Beautifully renovated studio that had everything we needed. We were greeted by Hughie who had a fresh loaf of bread for us! When we came back after the first day we had a litre of milk waiting for us on our doorstep. Fridge was stocked with eggs and butter and kitchen had all the condiments we needed plus a coffee machine complete with coffee pods. My husband and I stayed with our 3 year old son on what was forecast to be a rainy week so Bec came up with kids board games, kids books and bubbles. Such a beautiful family who were so welcoming and accomodating we even got invited to drinks and dinner one night during our stay! Our son loooved his stay and stowed away a Batman dress up suit that was generously given to him. Needless to say we had a wonderful time not only exploring the area but the experiencing the warm hospitality thanks to Bec and Hughie. The connection to and love of music resonates throughout the property. Overall highly recommended! We will be back..
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm song Firefly
We had a wonderful restful stay hosts we great and thoughtful our dog wanted to smuggle back their dog Steve loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ludmila K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had lovely holidays. Our hostess Rebecca was very friendly and helpful.
Everything was well organised. We enjoyed our holidays, specially that we could bring our dog. The owner’s dog is very friendly border collie - good company for our poodle. We would like to come back and we will also recommend this very nice holiday place to our friends.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exciting vist to Firefly N.S.W.
My wife and I spent five beautiful relaxing days at the Dairy Song cottage at Firefly. Even though it is in the heart of the countryside it is still very close to the beachside town of Forster. We would recommend a visit to the Nabiac Farmers markets - a very sociable affair with very friendly people. We also enjoyed country drives to the towns of Stroud and Gloucester. Our Hosts Rebecca and Hughie were excellent and their dog Steve was a big hit with our two Jack Russell's. We are looking forward to our next trip to Firefly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cherie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly people, nice space
The space is bigger than it appears in the picture. There is a lovely view just up the hill. It's a nice place and Rebecca even gave us freshly baked scones! She was also kind enough to let us do a wash. We left our jackets and Hughie kindly posted them to us. Steve, the dog, is very cute.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
A really pleasant place for a getaway. Quiet , private & picturesque. Bec & Hughie lovely hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020