Authentic Farm Experiences Just 40 Minutes from Ipswich
Ellia's Garden is a tourism-focused working farm on 150 acres in Scenic Rim, offering authentic agricultural experiences just 40 minutes from Ipswich. We welcome families, school groups, and corporate teams to experience the beauty and bounty of real farming through hands-on activities and educational workshops.
What Makes Us Unique
Everything you see—from the crops in our fields to the animals in our care—is part of our genuine agricultural operation. Visitors get to enjoy the fruits of authentic farming: picking produce we've grown, meeting animals we raise, and exploring our stunning property with river frontage and mountain views. Our famous Hay Bale Castle playground is a favourite with children of all ages.
Perfect for Ipswich Families & Groups
As one of the closest authentic farm experiences to Ipswich, we're an ideal destination for memorable day trips. Guests can pick their own fresh, organic fruit and vegetables year-round, with seasonal highlights including boysenberries, mangoes, avocados, citrus, and exotic tropical fruits. Our property grows almost every type of organic crop, ensuring there's always something ripe and ready to harvest.
Visitors can also feed and pet our farm animals, enjoy scenic hay rides across the property, row boats along the river, explore our seasonal maze, and pick fresh flowers to take home. Every visit offers a chance to slow down, connect with nature, and experience the peaceful rhythm of rural life—all within easy reach of Ipswich.
Educational Programs & Corporate Experiences
We offer tailored workshops covering organic gardening, self-sufficiency, and off-grid living—perfect for school excursions, homeschool groups, and corporate team-building events. Our 150-acre property can accommodate groups from intimate gatherings to large events of up to 400 people, making us an ideal venue for Ipswich schools and businesses seeking unique, hands-on learning experiences.
Our Mission
At Ellia's Garden, we believe in bringing people closer to the land through authentic agricultural experiences. We help families reconnect with where their food comes from and provide meaningful educational opportunities that inspire sustainable living. Our faith-based values guide everything we do, creating a welcoming environment where personal growth, family bonding, and genuine farm experiences come together.
Visiting Ellia's Garden
We're open Sundays and Mondays from 10am to 2pm, with weekday visits available by appointment—perfect for school excursions and corporate groups from Ipswich. We're proud participants in the Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail and are committed to serving the Ipswich community as a premier destination for authentic farm experiences.
Whether you're an Ipswich family seeking a memorable day trip, a school looking for educational excursions, or a business wanting unique team-building experiences, Ellia's Garden offers an authentic farm experience that will leave you refreshed, inspired, and connected to the land.
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