Linnaeus Farm, Berry - von Linnaeus Collection

Summary:
The hotel alternative, redefining regional hospitality.

Set across 8.6 acres of manicured countryside just minutes from Berry village and Seven Mile Beach, Linnaeus Farm is one of the South Coast’s most unique and award-winning private estates.

Part of the Linnaeus Collection, The Hotel Alternative this is countryside hospitality at estate scale. Expansive land. Integrated wellness. Considered design. Space to gather and room to exhale.

The Space:
Arrival feels deliberate from the moment the stone gates open, gravel softens beneath the tyres, and the landscape begins to widen.

Linnaeus Farm unfolds across 8.6 acres of rolling grounds, framed by paddocks, gardens and the escarpment beyond. Architectural yet grounded, the residence balances warm minimalism with natural materials, custom finishes and light-filled interiors designed to slow the pace.

Open-plan living spans two generous levels, creating spaces that feel expansive yet connected. Two full kitchens with Miele appliances support extended stays, private catering and shared meals, while hotel-standard bedding ensures deep rest throughout.

Dining has been thoughtfully curated in partnership with Villeroy & Boch, with tableware and cutlery selected to complement the architecture and material palette of the home. Each piece forms part of the curated collection of the residence, elevating everyday meals into refined and considered experiences.

Bathrooms feature oversized rain showers and a freestanding soaking bath. Heated flooring extends beyond the upstairs bathroom into the entry foyer and mudroom, adding subtle comfort to the everyday rhythm of the home.

Outdoors, the estate is shaped by land and season. A resort-style pool anchors summer days, balcony dining overlooks the grounds, and fire pits draw guests together at dusk.

The wellness circuit includes a traditional electric hot rock sauna, infrared sauna and cold plunge. Across the dam, the heated lake hut offers stillness above water for meditation, reading or quiet recalibration.

INDOORS:
• 5 bedrooms (3 King, 2 Queen)
• One king bedroom includes a private ensuite
• Two king bedrooms can be split into twin configuration (upon request, additional charges apply)
• 2 trundle beds + queen sofa (available upon request, additional charges apply)
• 4 bathrooms including external bathroom + outdoor shower near pool
• 2 full kitchens with Miele appliances
• Laundry / mudroom
• Open-plan living and dining across both levels
• Upper-level desks and sitting area
• Air-conditioning throughout
• Heated flooring (upstairs bathroom + entry foyer / mudroom)
• Wi-Fi and Smart TVs

OUTDOORS
• Resort-style pool with sunbeds
• Balcony BBQ and outdoor dining
• Infrared sauna + hot rock sauna
• Cold plunge
• Heated meditation hut over feature pond
• Pétanque/Bocce court
• Children’s sandpit + custom tree house
• Multiple fire pits
• Organic fruit and vegetable garden
• Olive grove (90 trees)
• Landscaped grounds across 8.6 acres
• Guest parking

JAMIE’S BARN:
Positioned beyond the edible garden and timber arbour, Jamie’s Barn is an architectural extension of the estate, with soaring ceilings, black timber cladding and a relaxed private-club feel. Designed for casual dining, ping pong, games and additional sauna access, it offers a secondary gathering space that is relaxed, private and adaptable.

SARA DINING:
The culinary heart of the Linnaeus Collection. Sara Dining, our restaurant located at Moraea Farm, delivers world-class dining experiences, recognised with two chef’s hats in the Good Food Guide 2027. Celebrating the finest local produce, Sara Dining creates seasonal, produce-driven menus. The restaurant was also named a finalist for New Restaurant of the Year and Regional Restaurant of the Year. Open Thursday to Monday, bookings are essential.

Private dining is available now from Sara Dining for Linnaeus guests by prior arrangement, offering a bespoke, in-residence experience, please ask for more information.

LINNAEUS COLLECTION:
Linnaeus Farm forms part of the Linnaeus Collection, a curated portfolio of seven private residences across Berry, NSW, accommodating 70+ guests across the Collection. Each residence is independently experienced yet unified by considered hospitality, offering the privacy of a home with the cohesion and standards of a professionally managed portfolio.

Linnaeus Collection properties are located within five minutes of each other, Berry village and the coastline, allowing larger groups to curate multiple residences while remaining seamlessly connected.

EXPLORE THE WIDER COLLECTION:
• Linnaeus Farm - 5 Beds, 4 Bath (split king options)
• Moraea Farm - 6 Beds, 5.5 Bath (split king options)
• Rubus Green - 4 Beds, 5 Bath (split king options)
• Rubus Blue - 4 Beds, 5 Bath (split king options)
• Rubus Pink - 4 Beds, 5 Bath (split king options)
• Maple on Edward - 4 Beds, 1 Sofa, 5 Bath
• Maple on Albert - 4 Beds, 5 Bath
• The Suites - 2 Beds, 2 Bath

Guest Access:
• Full check-in instructions provided 5 days prior to arrival
• Guests enjoy exclusive use of the residence for the duration of their booking
• Linnaeus Collection staff may access the property grounds during your stay for essential maintenance, garden care or access to the external shed located away from the main residence. This is conducted respectfully and without disruption to guest privacy

The Neighborhood:
Berry is a three-time NSW Gold Winner for Best Town (2022–2024), celebrated for its boutique shopping, cafés and relaxed village atmosphere, all within close reach of the coastline and surrounding countryside.

NEARBY:
• Berry village
• Seven Mile Beach
• Farmers’ markets
• Drawing Room Rocks walking trail
• Award-winning wineries
• Golf courses

Getting Around:
• Easy walk or bike ride into Berry village from most residences
• The Linnaeus Collection is proudly partnered with Volkswagen Group Australia, with premium guest EV transport available upon request, subject to availability

Other Things to Note:
• Please contact us within 24 hours of booking, and no later than 7 business days prior to arrival, for any requests relating to additional guests beyond the standard configuration, split king beds, additional bedding, pet applications, or any other special requirements. All requests are subject to approval and additional charges may apply
• Pets are strictly not permitted without prior approval, and approved pets are permitted outdoors only
• 50% deposit required for bookings 30+ days in advance
• Full payment required for bookings within 30 days