About Us
Escape to the tranquil oasis of Mountain View Farm, nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of Gulaga. Our farm is more than just a destination; it's a haven of peace and genuine hospitality. From the moment you arrive, you'll be enveloped in the warmth of our welcoming atmosphere, making your stay truly memorable.
Discover a range of accommodation options designed to cater to families of all sizes. Whether you're seeking the coziness of a cottage, the simplicity of a studio, or the adventure of a safari tent, each space boasts its own unique charm and stunning views of Gulaga and the rustic landscapes of Tilba Tilba and Central Tilba.
At Mountain View Farm Tilba Tilba, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to be a pet-friendly and family-friendly destination, offering self-contained and accessibility-designed accommodation to ensure that everyone can experience the joy of a countryside retreat.
So leave your worries behind and embrace the serenity of Mountain View Farm.
Your hosts
Kathryn, Stella & Marcus
We are a small and close family, drawn to the picturesque Mountain View Farm property in Tilba Tilba by its special beauty and historic charm, overlooked by Gulaga, the Mother Mountain.
Originally from Adelaide, with a career built in Melbourne and family made in Western Australia, the New South Wales south coast was the destination to be nearer immediate family. The move to Tilba Tilba has been a huge leap of faith for us but one that is part of an amazing experience and we feel very lucky to wake up here every day.
Mountain View Farm is a truly unique and special place. Photographs can only capture so much - the essence and wonderful energy of Gulaga can only be fully experienced in person, to feel the calming and peaceful presence that envelopes us and the beautiful surrounds that feed us.
Living here with my children, Stella and Marcus, brings something surprising and beautiful every day. We have a fresh, lush space and the beauty of the mountain but are only a few minutes from the locally known Tilba beach (once described to me by a Melbournite as “the best beach ever”) and the more popular Mystery Bay.
Central Tilba is also only a few minutes away and it is only a 15-minute drive from the local towns of Narooma, Bermagui and Cobargo and the services they provide.
We hope that you will find time to visit us, relax and explore the scenic South Coast!
History
The first resident settler in the area, Henry Jefferson Bate moved to Tilba in 1869 and chose the block called Mountain View, of which Mountain View Farm is the last key portion (59 acres) and includes the original dairy area. Over ten years Henry established around 700 acres of prime farming land including two other farms (Model Farm and Hilltop) and the population of the district increased dramatically.
His eldest son, Samuel William Bate, also purchased land in Tilba and became an active member of the community including being one of the first elected Councillors of the Eurobodalla Shire in 1906.
Dairying was already well established to the north in Bodalla and Tilba had rich soil and plenty of water. Mountain View was one of numerous properties that set up their own cheese making factories. Also known as Alpha Cheese House, it was established around 1877 and operated under successive Bate generations until 1951.
On Henry Jefferson's death Mountain View Farm was passed on to his son, Richard Mossop, who developed it into one of the district's leading properties. He established the village of Tilba Tilba on part of the property. His son, Henry John developed his initiative of piping water from the Mountain and Tilba Creek via a small dam to Tilba Tilba. This was one of a few private gravitational irrigation systems, reticulating water over the farm and to all Tilba Tilba households. He further developed this to a small hydroelectric scheme which generated enough electricity to power the farms, the cheese factory and various homes between 1932 and 1952. He also took over the Farm and it became one of the best-known dairy farms on the south coast. He was a strong advocate of stall feeding in winter and in dry periods, and the feeding stalls he built in the 1930's are still in fantastic condition on the property.
Mountain View Farm was transferred to his son Dick in about 1960 who sold off a number of blocks. The remaining 150 acres was left to Dick's son Richard in the 1980's who continued operating the property as a dairy farm for some years before moving into beef cattle and tourism.
