Frequently asked questions

Yes. You'll need a 4WD or AWD vehicle with at least 180 mm of ground clearance, because of the rough roads and the causeway crossing on the way in. Your manufacturer or vehicle manual will list your car's ground clearance.

Follow our written directions (PDF) and watch the one-minute video of the drive in below. We also send both to every guest in the days before their stay.

Please don't rely on GPS maps. Many are wrong because of road changes that haven't been updated.

The directions give a distance for each leg, so get to know your car's trip meter and reset it at each turn. If you're not used to country roads, expect no street lighting, and watch for livestock, kangaroos and wombats. At night it often feels like you've driven much further than you have, so the trip meter really matters.

No, this isn't practical. There's a causeway (water crossing) right before the property, and the last 5 km is through private properties where vehicles can't be left.

Unfortunately not. The last 5 km is through our neighbours' properties and vehicles can't be left there. The nearest town where you could leave a car is Berridale, 20 km away.

Not to reach Lappi Farm. If you're driving up to the ski resorts between the June and October long weekends, you should carry properly fitted snow chains, even in a 4WD.

Yes. Lappi Farm is our family home and we live here year-round.

Yes, we're a pet-friendly property. There's a one-off pet fee of $50 per booking, however many pets you bring, plus a $200 pre-authorised security bond that's only processed if there's damage or extra cleaning.

Pets must be well behaved and under control at all times. Please clean up after them, keep them off the furniture, and never leave them unattended in the cabins or on the property (unless they're in one of our day kennels). Domestic animals, other than service animals, aren't allowed in national parks.

Yes. We have five secure day kennels for hire at $20 per day, 7am–7pm. They're perfect for a day in Kosciuszko National Park, where dogs aren't allowed. Add one when you book.

We have a lot of animals, and many roam free so you'll meet them around the property:

• Camels
• Alpacas
• Donkeys
• Horses
• Cows
• Sheep
• Goats
• Pigs
• Chickens
• Ducks
• Geese
• Turkeys
• Guinea fowl
• Peafowl
• Reptiles
• Rabbits
• Guinea pigs
• Quail
• Working dogs
• Livestock guardian dogs
• …and more

We also offer farmyard experiences such as feeding, grooming and photo opportunities.

Lappi Farm is best suited to people who want to escape the hustle and bustle and disconnect. Think the wood-fired sauna, canoeing, swimming holes, river trails, wildlife spotting and meeting the animals. See Experiences for more.

Yes. We have canoes, paddleboards and kids' kayaks for guests to use, with paddles and life jackets provided.

Yes. We have about 1.6 km of Snowy River frontage and you're welcome to fish from the banks, with a licence if required. Trout season runs between the October and June long weekends; fishing for trout in streams outside the season is illegal. Please stay on our side of the river and within our boundaries.

Each cabin has a fire pit with a BBQ plate. We don't have electric or gas BBQs.

Yes, about 20 kg comes with each booking, and more is for sale from reception, usually cheaper than service stations or Bunnings. You're also welcome to bring your own. Chainsaws aren't permitted on the property.

Yes, a communal laundry with a free washing machine. There's no dryer, so bring your own detergent. In winter the plumbing occasionally freezes.

Each cabin has Wi-Fi, averaging around 25 Mbps (speeds vary, and we can't offer a discount or refund for an outage). Mobile service is extremely limited; Telstra is generally best. The cabins don't have TVs. We like giving guests a break from technology, so feel free to tell your boss there's no coverage and turn your phone off.

They can call us on 0418 437 400 and we'll pass on the message.

No, but there are several places in the region that do. A quick online search will find the best fit for you.

No. Dirt bikes aren't permitted, and while we're 4WD-access only, there are no 4WD tracks. Guests can only drive on the road between the property entrance and the cabins.

No. Hunting isn't permitted, and guests can't bring firearms or other hunting tools onto the property.

We're a family-friendly property where people come to get away from it all, so we don't allow parties or events. Music at your cabin is fine, as long as it doesn't disturb other guests.

We have hosted weddings, and the farm has several beautiful spots for your day. Get in touch to talk it through.

Not yet, but we're working on it. Watch this space.

No. As a working farm we're often out of reception and around the property, so we can't offer a secure place to store luggage.

Mökki cabins sleep a maximum of 4 guests and the Hytti sleeps 6. Extra guests aren't permitted beyond these numbers, even with your own bedding.

No. Your cabin is booked for your exclusive use.

About 50 metres apart, with bush between them for privacy.

Yes to both. Even on the coldest nights most guests end up turning the heating down, and every cabin has its own hot water service.

• Full-size fridge freezer (about 220–240 L, not a bar fridge)
• Benchtop oven and two-burner cooktop
• Kettle and toaster
• Pod coffee machine (K-fee pods, available at Aldi)
• Cutlery, crockery and mugs
• Drinking glasses and wine glasses
• Kids' plates, cups and utensils
• Knives, ladles, egg flips, tongs, wooden spoons and chopping boards
• Saucepans and frying pans
• Salad and mixing bowls, colander and grater
• Salt, pepper and spray oil

Yes, every cabin has a set of bunks.

None. Linen, towels, doonas, pillows and heavy fleece blankets are all provided.

Yes, please bring all your supplies, or at least your first day's food. The nearest supermarkets are in Jindabyne and Cooma, 35–50 minutes away, so you won't want to turn around after arriving.

Berridale, 20 km away. Every service station in the region sells alpine diesel.

In Dalgety (11 km) there's Buckley's Crossing Hotel and Tuscany. In Berridale you'll find the newly reopened Berridale Inn, the Berridale Country Club, Shut the Gate Wines and the Little Grocer. See our local recommendations for more.

It can, but not often, and it rarely settles. To see snow you'll generally need to drive into Kosciuszko National Park.

Thredbo and Perisher are both about 75 minutes' drive. Selwyn Snowfields is about 2 hours.

At the park entry gates, or the visitor information centres in Cooma and Jindabyne.

No, but they're easy to hire from rental shops and service stations in Cooma, Berridale and Jindabyne.

Book direct with us online. It's the cheapest option and secures your booking instantly. We're also on third-party sites like Airbnb, but they cost more and have stricter amendment and cancellation policies than ours.

Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is by 10am. Arriving late? Let us know and we'll arrange an alternative check-in. We're a family business and one person cleans every cabin, so please be prompt at check-out. Late departures can incur fees up to a full extra night.

Yes, and we'll do our best, but requests can't be guaranteed.

Yes, through our online booking page. We'll try to put you next to each other but can't always guarantee adjacent cabins.

Anyone under 18 is a child, and children aged 2 and under are infants. Children and infants stay free when you book direct through our website.

Amendments are subject to availability and incur a $25 administration fee. For bookings made direct, cancellation charges are:

• More than 14 days before check-in: $25 administration fee
• 8–14 days before check-in: 30% of the total booking
• 7 days or less before check-in: 100% of the booking

See our full Terms and Conditions.

We can't. Those bookings are made with the third party under their terms, so you'll need to cancel with them. Their amendment and cancellation policies are stricter than ours, and booking direct is cheaper. If you've booked through a third party and realise Lappi Farm isn't the right fit for you, we'll let you cancel fee-free within 48 hours of making the booking.