Stepping back in time, the unique farmlet in Penguin will charm you with its old English gardens and farm buildings C.1948. Nestled on top of a hill amongst Blackwoods, Blue Gums and wild birds, this place has a special romance with each season. If staying in, be surrounded by whimsical comforts or be entertained by their friendly Australian Miniature Goats. Prepare to be enchanted.
In your cottage, they provide a queen bed with luxe bedding, extra blankets and hot water bottles. Split air conditioning for heating or cooling and a small extendable table is provided along with a TV, DVD player, movies, WiFi, outdoor seating, private shower and toilet. Carefully chosen books, games, and puzzles also to enjoy.
Kitchen/cooking facilities are limited to a small outdoor barbecue, microwave convection oven, toaster, sandwich maker, kettle and fridge/freezer. They provide breakfast for guests, including coffee, tea, milk, bread, juice, muesli and fruit.
Hideaway Farmlet is an Australian Miniature Goat Stud, also home to ducks, chickens and guinea fowl. Weather permitting, you can greet the miniatures and dairy goats up close at feeding time.
Hideaway Farmlet is central to the northwest and just over 1 hour's drive to Cradle Mountain, Stanley and Launceston. Stay at least two nights to visit all the beautiful and unique surrounding towns all under an hour's drive from the farmlet.
Choose your own mini adventure during your cosy winter stay at Hideaway Farmlet. We're bringing the decks out of the homestead and onto the picnic table for the Greatest Of All Time Doof.
Learn about our regenerative farming system while you meet and cuddle our mini goats. At sunset, your host (and DJ) Brad will spin vinyl tunes from your favourite genre – from techno to jazz. Unwind by the fire with a glass of local wine or whisky and crash after the doof in a romantic cottage for two.
From $440
Valid from Thursday 1 May 2025 to Sunday 31 August 2025
Genre choices include disco and 70s, drum and bass rewind, 80s and 90s pop classics, techno and house rewind, jazz and blues, rock and punk.
Doof duration is two hours for group bookings of 2–8 people – subject to weather.
In the event of poor weather, a full refund for the Mini G.O.A.T. doof will be issued.
Full terms and conditions are available on the Off Season page on our website.
The Off Season
Mini G.O.A.T. doof sunset session
Farm DJ experience with mini goats
Choose your own mini adventure at Hideaway Farmlet this winter – we're bringing the decks out of the homestead lounge and onto the picnic table for the Greatest Of All Time Doof.
Learn about our regenerative farming system while you meet and cuddle our mini goats in the paddock. At sunset, your host (and DJ) Brad will spin vinyl tunes from your favourite genre – from techno to jazz. Unwind by the fire with a glass of local wine or whisky.
From $220
Valid from Thursday 1 May 2025 to Sunday 31 August 2025
Doof duration is two hours for group bookings of 2–8 people ($110 per person) – subject to weather.
In the event of poor weather, a full refund for the Mini G.O.A.T. doof will be issued.
Full terms and conditions are available on the Off Season page on our website.
Hideaway Farmlet is situated in Penguin, northwest Tasmania, and welcomes all visitors to experience getting up close and personal with a herd of friendly Australian Miniature Goats.
Book a Mini Adventure with the farmers and you'll be introduced to the personalities and preferences of this pet breed. In no time you'll be smiling at their curiosity and laughing with their antics. You'll also have an opportunity to cuddle and brush the miniature goats with bucklings and doelings born in the Spring and Summer periods.
Explore the wonderful experience of living and caring for miniature goats and discover how useful they are to manage on any property with acreage using sustainable design and practice.
Choose from:
Pat n' Chat - the main tour where you’ll learn about our regenerative farming system and meet the herd with plenty of goat conversation, grooming & cuddles. $50pp 45min.
Mini High Tea (farmstyle!) - after the tour, share a Leaping Goat Coffee or a selection of teas with your hosts and enjoy some homemade/harvest goodies. $65 pp 60min.
Or a Farm Sundowner - after the tour, enjoy local farm produce tasting with your hosts and a glass of local wine/whisky. $95 pp 90min.
Turn your adventure into a memorable farm stay. The Hideaway Farmlet offers a romantic, old English cottage for two overlooking the orchard and animals.
Set against the tranquil coastal landscape, this retreat- style healing experience blends modern integrative techniques with traditional wellness approaches. Guests experience guided meditation, therapeutic bodywork, and tailored wellness consultations. Unique to this experience is the combination of evidence-based healing modalities with the restorative power of Tasmania’s coastal environment. Visitors leave feeling rejuvenated, balanced, and equipped with tools for long-term well-being.
The Sea Merchant is a proud small Tassie business based in the heart of Penguin. Filled with beautiful homewares, gifts, plants, flowers, jewellery, accessories and so much more! We love supporting local Tasmanian artisans and producers, so we stock a huge range of Tasmanian made products.
Our gorgeous store in Penguin is a must-visit destination!
Add this store to your road trip. The Sea Merchant is a delightful store and you will always find a gift for that special person or a treasure to take home with you.
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