What wasn't there not to like? I suppose for some, the roads to the cottages were a bit bumpy and rough, but we felt that added to the authenticity of this place.

This unique setting, a operating ranch as well as a film set offers an unparalleled experience. We stayed for three days, the first night in a charming stone cottage that featured an open fire with beds for 4 people and another cabin with two separate single beds. The stone and tin bathroom had delightful personal touches and a lovely strong shower. The outside cupboard was stocked with basic utensils, which was all we needed since we enjoyed dinner at the homestead. The beds were comfortable, and the furnishings were of high quality. Nicky and Craig, were genuinely friendly and hospitable, knowledgeable and showing us around the area and particularly to Sunset Hill, which had a table and two chairs where we went every evening to watch the sunset. The homestead offered wifi, and a huge roaring fire was always crackling, with a potbelly stove on the verandah with a table and chairs became our chill out spot while we enjoyed listening to some funky music. We also stayed in the second cabin, the Tin Cottage, which featured a romantic four-poster bed. The bathtub was a fun addition, and little touches like bath salts and creams made it extra special. We visited the nearby carvings and spent some time in Alice, but we were eager to relax and enjoy the views, the goats, and the wonderful hospitality of the people.

Stayed in July 2025

Excellent location, and the staff went out of their way to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. I would certainly recommend a stay at the homestead.

Stayed in June 2025

Amenities could do with some love

The property is beautiful, home style meals from the homestead and country hospitality

Stayed in June 2025

A little bit off the road

It’s rustic, but quaint and quirky. Great friendly staff. A real bush experience. I had a choice of 4 beds. The bed was comfortable. The bath was great.

Stayed in June 2025

The booking info told us to give advance notice if we were needing meals, but no contact info was given. Found an email online but didn't get a reply. Phone is intermittent but got a call back in time so all was good. Couldn't buy a drink this time but I believe that was a temporary issue.

My second visit. Really awesome place with spectacular rock formations and lots of red dirt. Peaceful. Pool is amazing though it was too cold for it this time around. Craig was very helpful and Lyn cooked us just what we wanted. Be aware, you need to want a pioneer style experience, this is no luxury hotel. You're on a working cattle station and you're basically staying in a film set. Internet is only available at the central building but it's super fast and phones work there too. Go up to the lookout. if you leave the door open don't be surprised if goats wander in.

Stayed in May 2025

A really relaxing, quirky and peaceful stay in the middle of the central Australian outback. Close to the airport and Alice, Ooraminna Station doesn't disappoint, there is a lot to see and do on this property. We were lucky enough to cuddle some baby goats whilst enjoying the pool in front of the homestead. Later that day we saw some wild brumbies, as well as some cattle and Fiona, the resident donkey. The landscape is something else, rocky red dirt, green lush growth, and startling blue skies all lead to amazing sunsets, especially from the lookout. Our cabin was comfortable, had everything we needed including a portable stove, microwave, and fridge etc. We had an amazing night's rest! Whilst the cabins are off the grid, you can get reception around various parts of the property or really strong Starlink wifi at the homestead/pool area. Highly recommend for some fun when in Alice.

Stayed in April 2025

Bathroom facilities were a bit tired.

This was an amazing way to start our outback experience! The staff, Enrique and Alberto, could not have been more lovely and wanting our experience to be great. They ran around all day! The facilities were a little tired but we are city folk and not used to rustic! The pool was definitely a highlight for the kids!

Stayed in September 2023

The food and drinks were too expensive. Although the 2 guys that were manning the place cooked us a decent meal they were not chefs and this was not specified when i requested the meals. If so we would have supplied our own meal for that night.

The location was picturesque and as a large group pretty much had the place to ourselves. The pool was awesome and the old pub/film set was alot of fun for pictures.

Stayed in September 2023

Great ambiance and super welcoming. It was very interesting to be told about the station we were staying on. The handwritten dinner menu was a nice personal touch. Food was tasty as well. We stayed in the stone cabin whichwas nice and cozy. The bathroom had a really nice shower with fantastic pressure and hot water.

Stayed in September 2023

Log cabin was very cold

Space, remoteness and tranquility. Animals including scruffy the dog Dinner and band that played Wildlife Man working there and entertaining us

Stayed in July 2023

It did feel a bit pricey

The setting was amazing. Loved the staff, the cottage, the animals, wandering the film set.

Stayed in July 2023

Loved the experience of staying on an Outback Station. We had a lovely authentic Timber cabin up the track past a couple of brumbies in the bushes- very comfy bed and bathroom with a huge corner bath . Behind the cabin was a rocky red escarpment which my husband and young Jack Russell climbed .The meals both nights were tasty and home cooked with a glass of wine from the bar . Drive or walk up to the back hill of the Station for the vast stunning view across the MacDonnell Ranges - not to be missed .A beautiful outdo pool for the warmer days was beautifully done - Thank you Nicky and family for creating this little bit of paradise-the trees and shrubs were bountiful due to so much much rain.

Stayed in June 2023

Another blanket in the jail for the kids at night would have been good - we were there in the middle of winter though

Breakfast great Location magic Heaps of birds

Stayed in June 2023

It was all pretty good!

A great taste of an Australian working cattle station. Super friendly and lovely staff!

Stayed in April 2023

very unique and an excellent experience!

Stayed in May 2023

nothing

We were upgraded from the glamping tents to the cabins. The cabins were amazing. so we’ll done with a great bathroom and a verandah to sit on. The directions were good and we found where the place no issues. It was a quick drive out from Alice. Dinner and drinks at the homestead were also fantastic. I’ve already recommended to family and friends.

Stayed in April 2023

The log cabin (we found out after sleeping in it two nights) was originally built as a movie set and not to inhabit. There are gaps in the timbers, small holes in the tin roof, no insulation, no fly screens, no heating/cooling, and not enough mosquito nets for each of the beds. It is basically glamping except you can’t keep the bugs out.

The log cabin was beautifully decorated, the pool is gorgeous and the staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful.

Stayed in April 2023

the views, the facilities. the restaurant was awesome. loved walking about the homestead

Stayed in April 2023

nothing

The escape to the outback complimented with a beautiful pool with the cows walking by

Stayed in April 2023

The dog was protective of the property and had a go at ours. The kitchenette was very dirty

Stunning location, a beautiful pool, and very comfortable beds

Stayed in April 2023

nothing in particular, could have done with some tlc in certain areas given it was flagged as ‘luxury’ rather than ‘rustic’.

location & authenticity & privacy of cabins

Stayed in March 2023

This was a fantastic experience! Very unique!

Stayed in February 2023

Needed a good spring clean and some cooking utensils

Fabulous location and atmospheric property

Stayed in October 2022

Rustic. Good location.

Stayed in September 2022