Our Farm
Life on the Farm – Meet Our Animals & Explore Our Vineyard
At Allusions Farmstay and Vineyard, our animals are at the heart of everything we do.
Each one has a role to play, but more importantly, they get to live their best lives while helping us create a truly unique farm experience.
Meet Our Farm Family
As you explore the property, you’ll meet a variety of friendly animals, each with their own personality:
• Billy Goat: Scrappy – a total sweetheart (but don’t expect him to respect personal space!)
• Highland Cows: Joey, Brandon & Ally – our fluffy, gentle giants
• Sheep: Toby, Sarah, Lotti, Delilah & their cousins – always up for a snack
• Alpacas: Bessy & Biggy – no worries, these two aren’t spitters!
• Horses: Spike, Pongo & Norah – beautiful and always happy to say hello
• Pigs: Benny, Arnie, Blake Thunder and Danny- our cheeky and lovable pigs, always up for a belly rub and a treat
• Guinea Pigs: Our tiny, squeaky farm friends, adored by kids and adults alike
• Chickens: Led by Iosis & Hercules, our 150+ free-ranging chickens of all breeds roam the entire farm
• Geese: Ray, Larry, Billy, Betty, Kerrie-Anne, Lauren & their ever-growing family
• Cayuga Ducks: A quirky little flock with their stunning black-green feathers
• Farm Cats: Spotty & Mimmi – always watching over the property (and probably napping somewhere sunny)
• Emu: Aussie – Our curious and charismatic guy, always watching over the vineyard!
Our Guardians – Millie & Henry
Two of the most important members of our farm are Millie and Henry, our beautiful Maremma guardian dogs. Their job is to protect our animals and property from predators like foxes and snakes, ensuring everyone stays safe and happy.
• Millie is our experienced protector, always keeping a watchful eye on the farm.
• Henry is her loyal sidekick, learning the ropes and growing into his role as a guardian.
While both are incredibly friendly, they are working farm dogs, not typical pets. They live on the farm full-time, doing what they were born to do—caring for their animals and keeping our farm safe.
Wild Visitors
Our resident koala, Patty, can often be spotted in the trees, while a diverse flock of native birds and the occasional lizard make our farm their home.
Sustainability & Regenerative Farming
Though we are a boutique farm, we are passionate about sustainability, regenerative farming, and reducing our environmental impact. Guests can help by using the scrap buckets provided in all accommodations to feed our chickens or add to our compost pile.
Many of our Hyline Brown hens are rescue chickens. Having spent their early lives in cages, the only exciting thing they once had was food. Now, they spend their days completely free-ranging, scratching, exploring, and enjoying their well-earned freedom.
Our Vineyard & Wine Journey
As passionate wine lovers, we are on an exciting journey of learning and creating! We grow Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in our boutique vineyard, launching our first wine in 2023. With the expertise of our incredible local winemaker, we are beyond proud of what we’ve been able to create.
Farm-to-Table Living
Each year, we process our own lambs and chickens as part of our commitment to ethical, sustainable farming. We are also working on an expansive heirloom veggie patch, allowing us to grow fresh, organic produce for self-sustainability—and for our guests to enjoy!
At Allusions Farmstay and Vineyard, we are constantly evolving, learning, and striving to create a space where people, animals, and nature thrive together. Whether you’re here to relax, explore, or connect with farm life, we can’t wait to share our little piece of paradise with you.
