The Shearing Shed

Musician & Pet Friendly Accommodation

Welcome to The Shearing Shed

The renovated Shearing Shed at Anketell Forest features two stylish and well appointed bedrooms with en-suites, a huge living area with wood fire, a sun lounge and spacious covered dining balcony with spectacular sunset views and a kitchen that can cater for a banquet.

Large sliding doors on the eastern side of the living hall open wide onto a full length deck. On the western side, double doors lead from the living hall to the dining balcony. Both sets can be opened to bring the breezes and beautiful views inside.

Perfect for couples looking for room to spread out and relax, families who want space to play, or small groups on retreat. Ideal for musicians wanting space to work and relax. Music equipment available.

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The Sunrise Room & The Sunset Room

All rooms feature timber furniture handmade by Steve from Anketell Forest salvaged timber.

En-suite bathrooms, solid timber handmade queen beds, luxury linen, local original artwork, large windows, and a comfy leather couch or daybed makes each of these spacious rooms a delight to sleep and relax in.

Choose the Sunrise Room (pictured below) if you are an early riser and want to enjoy your morning coffee on the attached deck.

Select the Sunset Room (above) for sweeping western views, afternoon light, and accommodation for a third person on the handmade king-single daybed.

Each of the hand crafted en-suite bathrooms feature a stone floor made from local granite from Anketell Forest. There is a good sized timber panelled bath for long soaks with overhead ‘rain’ shower, hand basin, toilet and of course, glorious views.

Another three – five adults or children can be accommodated in the large living area on double sofa beds and on the daybed in the sun lounge.

All of the furniture and fittings, from the bathroom doors to the beds, shelves and tables, even walls and windows were made by Steve from local timber milled on site.

Ask us about whole-of-property hire including Tor Cottage (sleeps 3), and space for camper vans and tent camping.

Kitchen and Dining

The large kitchen can cook a feast or an intimate dinner for two.Dine alfresco on the expansive covered dining balcony or on the banquet table in the living hall.

The caterer’s kitchen features a five-burner gas stove top, a large electric oven, microwave, good quality pots and pans, all crockery, cutlery and glassware, blenders, juicers, food processor, coffee grinder, large fridge and separate chest freezer.

The large dining balcony area has double doors leading into the living room and a wide staircase leading down the steps to a large grassy area. The solid timber banquet tables are hewn from planks pulled from the old sheep yards. They can seat six-ten each or be joined together to seat 12-18 people.

For something special, ask Steve to fire up the outdoor wood oven for a delicious banquet of wood smoked bar-be-que meats, vegies and pizzas.

Living and Relaxing

Relax in front of the fire, or amongst the cool of the breeze way.

Rejuvenate amongst the space and quiet.

Most of the original Shearing Shed is still as it was 50 years ago with some additions and conversions. Some shearing memorabilia and the old hall with hardwood floor are still there as well as creature comforts including rugs, lounges and a large indoor wood fire.

This main hall is a large space (10m x 16m) with heaps of room for everyone to do their thing. This is the hub of the Shearing Shed – relaxed, comfortable, and spacious.

Bring the outside in. Sliding doors on the east open onto the covered outdoor stage and bonfire area. Double doors opposite open to the western dining balcony and staircase. Let the breeze in on those New England summer evenings.

Want to make music? Talk to us about instruments and equipment or just bring your own.

Entertainment and Special Events

Weddings, Parties, Anything!
We can accommodate all sorts of celebrations.

The Shearing Shed is already set up with a stage. Huge sliding doors can be opened to expose the whole eastern side of the building and the covered stage area. Collect around the outside bonfire area and bbq while your choice of musos perform.

We can supply anything from a small speaker system to a concert quality pa, lights and mixer. We can even supply professional musicians of many musical genres for your party or gathering.

The Shearing Shed is a perfect venue for a day event, an overnight stop for a group, a weekend get together with family and friends or a whole week at a budget price. From $30-$100 per person per day. See our rates page for details.

Equipment hire is available for musicians wanting to practice and record. Easels and art canvases for painters are available for hire and sale.

Enquire about whole-of-property accommodation (including the romantic Tor Cottage) for groups and large family gatherings.

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