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Artshack at Wilgabah
Highlights
- Immersive farm-stay on a scenic 660-acre sheep and cattle property
- Cultural tours and art workshops offer a rich, creative experience
- Close to Tamworth, Nundle Woollen Mill, and local dining spots
Overview
The Artshack at Wilgabah offers a unique and immersive farm-stay experience on a stunning 660-acre sheep and cattle property in the heart of rural Australia. Guests can unwind in one of the nine cozy…
The Artshack at Wilgabah offers a unique and immersive farm-stay experience on a stunning 660-acre sheep and cattle property in the heart of rural Australia. Guests can unwind in one of the nine cozy accommodations, including two new rooms featuring queen bedrooms, living rooms, kitchenettes, and deluxe bathrooms, each offering expansive verandahs with breathtaking views.
The property boasts a 10-metre inground pool, meals provided on request, and laundry facilities for ultimate comfort. Guests can explore 300 acres of protected White Box woodland, home to diverse fauna and flora, ideal for bushwalking and birdwatching.
The Art Shack is also a cultural hub, offering immersive Aboriginal cultural tours that delve into the history of the Gamilaroi people, giving guests a deep and authentic connection to Australia's heritage. For art enthusiasts, the property hosts workshops led by renowned Australian artists, catering to all skill levels and fostering creativity amidst the peaceful surroundings.
Farm activities further enhance the experience, allowing guests to interact with animals and embrace the rhythms of rural life.
Beyond the farm, guests can explore the surrounding region, including attractions like the Nundle Woollen Mill, Glasshouse Restaurant, and nearby towns such as Tamworth and Gunnedah. With its perfect blend of relaxation, culture, art, and nature, The Artshack at Wilgabah is an unforgettable destination for those seeking an authentic Australian experience.
Accessibility
A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility
Allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Allow space around toilet for a wheelchair (A space of at least 900mm width beside the toilet pan and 1200mm clearance in front of the toilet pan is required)
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Employ people with disability
Have a shower curtain (no door)
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have a wheelchair accessible bathroom (Entrance to bathroom must have step free greater than 5mm or a doorway threshold ramp not exceeding 1:8 for 450mm. Bathrooms dimensions must be no less than 2000mm X 2500mm. Have a hobless (step free) shower recess. Shower recess must have at least 1100 x 1100mm clear area for wheelchair access (no door). Have a slip resistant fold down seat or fixed seat in shower .Seat must be at least 900mm long.)
Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
Have grab rails in the bathroom
Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Have wheelchair accessible picnic tables (picnic tables require 720mm knee clearance and 800mm maximum height)
Modify your cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Provide grabrails provided adjacent to the toilet
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
Train your staff in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges
Train your staff in disability awareness
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)