FAQs

Bukirk is situated on a working farm. We have a menagerie of animals (sheep dogs, sheep, cows, goats, chooks and a mini pig) and due to the decor in the Tents and Luxury Cabins as much as I love pets I don’t allow them to stay.

Bukirk is strictly an Adults Only Retreat.

For the comfort, safety, and enjoyment of all guests, we do not allow babies, infants, toddlers, children, or teenagers under any circumstances.

Our Glamping Tents, Cabins and Facilities are not designed or safe for children, and Bukirk has been purposefully created as a romantic and peaceful escape for adults.

To maintain the serene environment our guests value, only those 18 years and over are permitted to stay.

Each of our Glamping Tents and Cabins accommodates up to Two Adults.

Bukirk is designed as a peaceful, adults-only escape, making it the perfect getaway for couples or friends travelling together.

Yes the Tents are waterproof.

Absolutely! Six power points in the tent, two in the en-suite — more than you’d usually get while camping! ⚡

Yes there is running water and instant hot water as well! Please be so kind as to be mindful of your water usage as the water is rainwater, so is very precious, as without rain we don’t have water!

6km, or a 5 min drive

You are welcome to cook for yourselves during your stay!

Glamping Tents
Guests have access to the communal Outdoor Kitchen, fully equipped with:

• Microwave, kettle & toaster
• Grill machine & BBQ
• Pizza oven
• All the essentials you’d expect for a great camping experience

Luxury Cabins
Each cabin includes a private kitchen with:

• Microwave, kettle & toaster
• 2-burner stove
  Guests are also welcome to use the communal Outdoor Kitchen.

Important: For safety reasons, cooking is not permitted in, around, or near the tents or cabins. Please do not use personal BBQs, cookers, or other appliances on the decks or surrounding areas.

No need to pack linen! We provide fresh linen, bath towels, and pool towels in every accommodation so you can simply arrive and relax

No you don’t, all you need is located in the Outdoor Kitchen and Fancy Coops. And of course this includes Wine and Champagne glasses too!

Yes, coffee, tea, sugar and milk are provided in the Communal Glamp Kitchen and in the Fancy Coops. Not in the Tent itself as this will attract ants.

Plus there are lot of choices for great coffee in Clare at many of our Cafes and Restaurants

I don’t have bikes on site however you can hire bikes in Clare, see link for further information:
http://rieslingtrailbikehire.com.au/

Check In is from 2pm until Dark.  Please note for your safety and the peace and quiet of other guests I don’t allow check ins after dark.  If this isn’t possible then please contact Alison to discuss further

Check Out is by 10am

• Relax and unwind
• Painting - Paint in Box Kits available onsite
• Swim in the heated inground mineral pool in the warmer months
• Tell stories and roast marshmallows around the personalised firepit in the cooler months (May until November)
• Board Games
• Card Games
• Corn Hole (aka bean bag toss)
• Giant Jenga
• Bocce 
• Darts
• Interact with farm animals
• Historic walks
• View stunning sunrises and sunsets
• Stargazing 

There’s so much to see and do in and around the Clare Valley, not only is there wine tasting to be done there is also a couple of craft breweries, gin distilleries, plenty of amazing restaurants, cafes and wineries to dine at, cheese platters to be had and lots of historic sites and fun things such as the Silo Art in Farrell Flat, Bungaree Station, Mini Golf in Auburn, Lake Bumbunga and explore historic Burra just to name a few.

My favourite way to explore the wineries, breweries and distilleries is on our Hop On Hop Off Bus - Barrel & Vine Eggspress (of course!), it has its own tab on this webpage so chick it out! Next best way is to hire electric bikes and cycle the famous https://rieslingtrail.com.au/

If cycling isn't your thing and you want a more personalised tour then perhaps a Tour is in order with Charles at https://www.valleywinetours.com.au/ or Tim and the guys at https://clarevalleywinetours.com.au

For more information on things to see and do in and around the Clare Valley be sure to take a look at www.clarevalley.com.au

Yes, we have taxis available! 🚖

📞 Book or enquire: 0499 795 020

OR

We have a mini bus that seats up to 11 — perfect for group travel! It’s available for private hire, or you can join one of our Hop On Hop Off bus tours.

Ask Chook for more info 📞 0455 666 177

There are so many nice places to eat in and around the Clare Valley:

Lunch
https://mrmick.com.au/ 

https://www.olearywalkerwines.com/pages/visit-restaurant

http://paulettwines.com.au/

https://www.skillogalee.com.au/barrel-house

https://pikeswines.com.au/pages/slate-restaurant

https://theuppside.com/

https://watervalehotel.com.au/

https://reillyswines.com.au/

Dinner

https://raguandco.com.au/

https://sevenhillhotel.com.au/

https://theuppside.com/
https://watervalehotel.com.au/

https://indiiofclare.com.au/

In the cooler months the Tents are fitted with a heater and the beds have an electric blanket, there is also a heat bar in the en-suite

In the warmer months the Tents have a pedastal fan along with a wall fan in the en-suite

Portable airconditioners are available for hire for the Tents

Cabins are fitted with a split system and have ceiling and bathroom fans

Sunrise: Wyandotte is the ultimate spot for sunrise views, especially from the comfort of your bed. Frizzle faces northeast, so you can catch the sunrise to your right from the deck or through the window while staying cozy inside.

If you’re in a different tent, don’t worry — simply step outside, and you’ll still be able to enjoy the sunrise from almost anywhere on the property!

Sunset: Thanks to Bukirk’s unobstructed views, sunset is visible from anywhere on the property.

For a sunset directly in front of your tent, Araucana and Silkie are ideal, facing west, followed by Leghorn, which faces northwest.

With so many vantage points around the property, it’s easy to find the perfect spot for a breathtaking view anytime.

As you drive in, the road leads to the right. The tents are arranged in the following order, from first to last:

• Wyandotte
• Frizzle
• Leghorn
• Silkie
• Araucana

This makes it easy to see which tents are closest to each other when booking or planning your stay.

Fire Season allows us to use the personalised fabulous fire pit from 1st May through until the end of October, dictated by our local council. There is also a fireplace inside the Glamp Kitchen if weather should not be nice to sit outside. 

Each Tent doesn’t have their own fireplace for many reasons, main one being i don’t want the tent to burn down, as they are flammable!

Due to Bukirk’s location, we don’t have access to mains water and instead rely on rainfall to fill our tanks.

On occasions when rainfall is limited and supplies run low, we arrange for potable mains water to be delivered by a local supplier — the same quality of water used by the township.

Whether it is rainwater or delivered mains water, all water on site is what we personally use and drink. Please note that the water is not filtered.

Water is available for purchase in your mini bar fridge, or you’re very welcome to bring your own drinking water for your stay.

Yes the Tents have a mini bar fridge, perfect size to keep your cheese platter goodies and refreshments cold and there is a large fridge in the outdoor kitchen with a freezer compartment too. The Fancy Coops have a household size fridge which has a freezer compartment as well. There is also a full size fridge in the Pool area too

Charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on the premises due to safety and power usage concerns.
While we have a backup system in place, it was not designed to handle the additional load from EV charging.
There are many EV Charging Stations located in and around the Clare Valley, if you're not sure of their locations feel free to ask Alison, she will let you know where they are

Our heated, mineral swimming pool is available for all Bukirk guests to enjoy in the warmer months!

Featuring a relaxing bench seat across the back, it's the perfect spot to unwind and soak in the peaceful atmosphere.

Feel free to take a dip and relax during your stay.

P.S Pool towels are provided

Life's better on the farm. Forget the WIFI and connect with the simple beauty of nature, the serenity of the countryside and each other. 

We’re not too far from town, so if you’re with Optus or Telstra, your phone will work out here. But if you're with Vodafone then its hit and miss.

Just a heads-up, we don’t have Wi-Fi out here, so make sure to get your internet fix before you arrive!

To make your stay extra special, we offer a selection of add-ons that can be arranged when booking, including:

• Farm-fresh Bacon & Egg Breakfast Pack for 2
• Beautiful Flowers in a Vase 💐
• South Australian made Chocolates 🍫
• A bottle of Clare Valley Wine or Bubbles 🍷
• Special Occasion decorating for Birthdays, Anniversaries, Proposals or just because 🎉

These can all be selected during the booking process.
If you’ve already booked, simply get in touch with Chook and she’ll happily add them to your stay.