# Farm Camp at Camp Coolamatong, Banksia Peninsula, Victoria, Australia Accessible outdoor centre on the Banksia Peninsula sleeping 130 with sports facilities, for youth and community groups, and family get togethers ## At a Glance - Sleeps 20 - 130 - 26 bedrooms - Dining for 200 ## Images - Total images stored: 27 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_021348346.RAW-01.COVER-1.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - a great outdoor experience with garssed areas and pathways; alt: Camp Coolamatong - a great outdoor experience with garssed areas and pathways) - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-14-36.jpg (caption: The original farm Shearing Shed converted for a good time!) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_021230729.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - accommodation for 130 students plus staff; alt: Camp Coolamatong - accommodation for 130 students plus staff) - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-08-01.jpg (caption: Spacious dining hall with split systems, A/V capabilities and tea/coffee) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-10-33.jpg (caption: Farm Camp situated on the edge of Lake Victoria of the Gippsland Lakes) - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-10-25.jpg (caption: Picturesque seating area overlooking the farm.) - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-04-57.jpg (caption: Webbies Shed - A great indoor space in any weather!) - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-06-47.jpg (caption: A 5 minute walk to Mason Bay, part of the Gippsland Lakes) - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-06-05.jpg (caption: A 5 minute walk to Duck Arm, part of the Gippsland Lakes) - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-03-44.jpg - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_021107293.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - somewhere to sit and enjoy a cold drink taking in extensive farmland and bush views; alt: Camp Coolamatong - somewhere to sit and enjoy a cold drink taking in extensive farmland and bush views) - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_020849742.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - lovely homestead feeling with large windows and wide verandas; alt: Camp Coolamatong - lovely homestead feeling with large windows and wide verandas) - 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_021009004.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - converetd sheep shearing shed for games and activities; alt: Camp Coolamatong - converetd sheep shearing shed for games and activities) - 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_015712305.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - comfy bunk beds; alt: Camp Coolamatong - comfy bunk beds) - 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_020011103.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - lots of space in bunk rooms; alt: Camp Coolamatong - lots of space in bunk rooms) - 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_020201389.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - good shared facilities; alt: Camp Coolamatong - good shared facilities) - 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_020805399.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - showers and sinks with dry dressing area in each cubicle; alt: Camp Coolamatong - showers and sinks with dry dressing area in each cubicle) - 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_020232090.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - plentiful bathroom facilities; alt: Camp Coolamatong - plentiful bathroom facilities) - 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Camp-Coolamatong-PXL_20250610_020028725.RAW-01.COVER_.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - sinks and vanity mirrors; alt: Camp Coolamatong - sinks and vanity mirrors) - 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-07-26.jpg (caption: Plenty of room on the front oval for Soccer, Basketball and many other activities!) - 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-08-47.jpg (caption: Coolamatong Farm Camp - Nestled at the start of the Banksia Peninsula on the Gippsland Lakes) - 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-09-16.jpg (caption: Commercial kitchen available for self catering or fully catered.) - 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-09-51.jpg (caption: Commercial kitchen available for self catering or fully catered.) - 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2025-06-20-07-21-10.jpg (caption: The CC Neil - Camp Coolamatong's vessel, available for Charter) - 25. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2026-01-21-01-49-06.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - one of 8 bunkrooms sleeping up to 9) - 26. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2026-01-21-01-50-38.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - light filled dual aspect bunk room.) - 27. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia-2026-01-21-01-51-54.jpg (caption: Camp Coolamatong - access to private WC) ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property Farm Camp can sleep up to 130 students plus staff: 5 cabins each with three rooms, sleeping a total of 15-17 each cabin 8 bunkrooms sleeping 6-8 3 leader rooms, each sleeping 2-3, with their own en suite. The Farm Camp at Camp Coolamatong has 170 acres of farmland and direct access to the Gippsland Lakes. Perfect for a youth or school group residential trip, and family and friends groups are also welcome. Minimum group size is 20. All on one level, Farm Camp provides a great base for exploring this fascinating area and the national parks. Or get involved in a range of activities which can be modified to suit every skill level and are led by our professional team. Options available include abseiling, mountain biking, bush cooking, stand up paddleboarding and the excitement of a night hike. Sailing, sea kayaking and white water rafting are also available at an additional cost. Or take a boat trip on our 49 seat boat, the CC Neill, to discover more of the surrounding area. A fantastic way to challenge a youth group, for personal development and to build strengthened relationships, and plenty of choices to ensure a weekend of fun for everyone. Flexible accommodation is in colonial-style cabins and bunkrooms, with wide verandas, large windows and fantastic communal areas. The main dining hall has capacity for up to 200 guests, with catering provided from the commercial kitchen, or your group can self cater. Part of the hall has comfy seating and an open fire for chilling out over a cup of hot chocolate and a movie on the projector screen. This versatile space can also be used for indoor activities or for a school (or family!) disco. The Shearing Shed has been converted into a games room with a pool table and ping pong, and there is a wide range of sporting facilities to enjoy together on site including volleyball and basketball. The 5 cabins each have 3 bedrooms and their own shower facilities and the 8 bunkrooms shared bathrooms. The leader rooms with en suites are handy for youth groups but work equally for those requiring a little more privacy. ## Facilities - **Accessibility:** Accessible dining hall, bunkrooms and cabins. Also 3 bathrooms (1 each inside M/F amenities blocks and 1 in cabin). Indoor sports shed. - **WiFi:** Available in dining hall. - **Games Room:** Games room with pool and table tennis. - **Dining Room:** Spacious dining hall seats up to 200. - **Sitting Room:** Lounge area as part of dining hall with sofa seating and an open fire. - **Kitchen:** Commercial kitchen - for self catering groups or you can opt for catered meals. Laundry with sinks, washing machine and a dryer. - **Outdoor:** Barbecue and picnic tables, sports courts and ovals, games room, giant swing and farm animals to visit. - **TV and Music Facilities:** Data projector, PA system, DVD and laptop connections. - **Bedrooms:** 5 x 3 bedroomed cabins and 8 bunkrooms for up to 9. 3 leaders rooms for 3 each with en suite. - **Bathrooms:** Cabins have a separate shower and WC. Bunkrooms have shared showers and WCs. Leaders rooms have an en suite. - **Children's Facilities:** Child friendly and specialises in youth groups. - **Heating and Open Fires:** Central heating and an open fire in lounge area. - **Parking:** Off road parking. - **Smoking:** No smoking please. ## Rental Rates ### Headline rates - From **$40** per midweek night ## Availability Please contact the owner for available dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/farm-camp-at-camp-coolamatong-banksia-peninsula-victoria-australia#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Australasia](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/australasia) > [Australia](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/australia) > [Victoria](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/victoria) > [Gippsland](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/gippsland) > [East Gippsland](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/east-gippsland) > [Banksia Peninsula](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/banksia-peninsula) ### Address Address: 39 Cranswick Road, Banksia Peninsula, Victoria, 3875, AU Latitude: -37.949459971797 Longitude: 147.66215085983 ### About The Area Located on the Banksia Peninsula, at the foreshore of the Gippsland Lakes, 15 minutes from Bairnsdale. Victoria State in Australia. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Banksia Peninsula, at the foreshore of the Gippsland Lakes, 15 minutes from Bairnsdale. - **Shop:** Bairnsdale has a range of shops. - **Food and Drink:** On-site catering. Bairnsdale has a range of pubs. - **Airport:** Melbourne. - **Train:** Bairnsdale. - **Bus:** Local bus service. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Chris Kynoch - Phone: +61 3 5156 6511 - Email: coolamatong@su.org.au - Website: https://www.campcoolamatong.com/school-camping-victoria/farm-camp