William and Mary Hayes were one of the pioneer families of the
Alice Springs District. They arrived in 1884 with horses and bullock teams
loaded with steel telegraph poles to replace the original wooden poles on the
Overland Telegraph line.
Today, six generations later, Bill and Jan Hayes and their family own and
operate Ooraminna Homestead. The 450,000-acre property is situated between the
Macdonnell Ranges and the Simpson Desert and includes the Ooraminna Ranges. It
boasts magnificent red sand hills, weathered rocky outcrops, and a profusion of
plant and wildlife.
This Central Australian
cattle station allows
you to gain insight into
the workings of such a
property, if you are
lucky you may be able to
be involved in a muster,
or watch the chopper
pilots bring the cattle
in. See the different
land formations, learn
about the unique flora
and fauna of the region
and experience the
fascinating views of the
surrounding countryside.
Accommodation is offered
in four simple yet
stylish outback style
cottages located on a
craggy sandstone outcrop
of the MacDonnell
ranges:
Luxury Bush Cabin:
Enjoy the
ultimate luxury in the
outback. Set inside the
Ooraminna ranges with
spectacular scenery.
Watch the morning
sunrise or the
spectacular sunset from
your own private
verandah area. Each of
the cabins includes your
own private bathroom
facilities, Queen size
four poster bed made
from genuine desert oak,
heating or
air-conditioning,
ceiling fans, private
verandah and all within
walking distance from
the main homestead where
meals are served.
Double Only.
Police Station and Gaol
:Originally
part of the film set for
the Drovers Boy, the
stone cottage Police
Station and Gaol is set
for the adventurous
outback travelers. This
accommodation is
luxurious however has
the atmosphere of being
part of the outback.
Set with spectacular
views of the Ooraminna
Ranges but secluded for
privacy. The Police
Station has its own
bathroom and room with
king or single bedding
and an open fireplace
for winter warmth and
air conditioning for
summer. Perfect for the
romantic couple,
families or individuals
that want the different
experience from the 5
Star Hotel.
The
authentic Old Gaol is
located at the rear of
the Police Station, and
when combined with the
Police Station is ideal
for a family or group.
It has two single beds
with share facilities.
Wooden Slab Hut:
For a taste of the
outback in comfort, the
Slab Hut is for you.
Recreated from a photo
of a pioneer’s home, the
Wooden Slab Hut is
located only a few
metres from the main
homestead. It is
powered, a queen and
single beds, own
bathroom and an open
fireplace for winter
warmth. The verandah and
accompanying views are
the perfect way to while
away an afternoon.
Rates from US$
382 per room per night
and include a country
dinner and fully cooked
breakfast.
