Basin Creek Hut

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This beautifully restored historical hut was built in the late 1800's. The hut sits under the shadow of the mighty Mount Peel in a peaceful gulley just off the Orari River. It is the perfect place to stay for anyone looking to get out and explore the high country. 

The hut is accessible by a 4x4 farm track along the Orari River and you can drive right to the front door. It is a perfect spot for a family getaway or fishing trip along the Orari River. Park up, sit back and relax or follow our marked trails around the station.

Basin Hut includes..

The hut can sleep up to 6 people - bunk room has 4 single bunks and 2 doubles joined together) 

Small kitchen and dining area with basic kitchen supplies and  electric lights

Indoor and outdoor fires. 

BBQ with gas supplied. 

A fresh water natural tap for water just outside the hut. Although the water is very clean, we advise boiling your water for 3 minutes before drinking.

There is a long drop behind the hut.

What you need to bring

- Warm clothes

- Sleeping bags and towels

- All meals and snacks

- Fire lighters and matches.

- Power banks - there is no electricity supply for charging phone, cameras etc

Check in from 2pm - Check out by 10am

Gear Transport

If you are planning on walking or biking to the hut, we can take your gear to the hut for you. Please add this on as an extra on the next page. Pack transport leaves at 4pm daily. 

 Gear transport is STRICTLY limited to 1 bag per person (must be under 15 kgs) & 2 chilli bins per group. 

When Booking 

Check-in is from 2pm on the first selected date. 

Check-out is 10am the morning after your last date.

Example - Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday - Selected

Check in is from 2pm Thursday 

Check out is by 10 am Monday morning. 

Important Information. Please Read.

Fairlie is a 30 minute drive from the main homestead. The Basin Creek Hut is in the middle of the station, 1km away from the Orari River. It takes at least 30 minutes to drive from the homestead to the Basin Hut.

It is very remote with no cell phone reception or WIFI. All groups must carry a Personal Locator Beacon at all times - these can be hired. Be prepared to be stay in a very remote environment.

The hut is accessible by 4x4 only via our farm track. All persons driving to Basin Creek Hut must have a suitable 4x4 vehicle, off road driving and farm track experience is essential before booking. The track runs along the side of the Orari River, bringing you straight to the door of the hut. It is a relatively flat track, loose shingle, clay mud, some muddy and swampy areas and several small creek crossings. 

Please note - Booking the Hut does not include access to Blue Mountain Lake. If you would like full access to the lake, you must book the Blue Mountain Lake House & Lodge accommodation.