Digger's Rest Station
Lot 590 King River Road, Wyndham, Western Australia 6740 Australia
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Digger's Rest Station offers a range of comfortable accommodation from bunk house rooms and unique bush huts to modern camping facilities for visiting guests. The atmosphere is relaxed and ageless, with the rare opportunity to step back in time and become part of the ancient landscape and traditions. From fishing to bushwalking to bird watching, there’s plenty to do – or you can do very little.
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Non-smoking rooms
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Lot 590 King River Road, Wyndham, Western Australia 6740 Australia
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Fantastic week of horse widing in amazing Kimbley countryside at the base of the Cockburn Ranges. Great horses, people, accomodation, and food. The "real"deal. I was picked up from Kunununarra and returned at the end of the week. Travelling solo was easy and a chance to meet other guests easily. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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After another amazing trip this time to Diggers Rest Station in the Kimberley- I have been inspired to write another 5 star review. Alida and Roderick are your typical station owners who are hard-working, friendly and courteous with everyone and are true ‘salt of the earth’ people. As a consequence the cattle muster that I went on was faultless. Now don’t misunderstand me there were negatives but if you embrace the busyness and chaos of a cattle drive whilst taking a relaxing technology detox then my expectations were managed perfectly. The facilities were basic but sufficient. The food was rustic with home-style camp food cooking. A variety of horses were available to suit differing levels of riding ability and the atmosphere was great. Do I recommend this place? Absolutely. The remoteness of this location is part of the charm along with the hosts willingness to ensure you have an authentic once in a lifetime trip.…
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Alida W, Manager at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 15 Sept 2019
Thanks for joining our cattle muster!
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If you want to experience what it is like to live in the Kimberley, then this the place for you. Our family of three spent a couple of really enjoyable days being looked after by Alida and her staff. After riding horses through ruggedly beautiful country in the morning, you can choose to read quietly and soak up the serenity (without the Bonnie Doone powerlines), or jump in your 4WD and go exploring. Once the sun starts to set, it is well worth the short drive out to the airfield, to watch the front of the Cockburn Ranges transition through a range of soft pastel colours, as the sun sinks below the western horizon. For those who avail themselves of the short twilight, there is an opportunity to check out the vast expanse of dark purple sky, identify constellations and spot shooting stars. Once the sun has fully retired for the evening, it’s back to the station house for a hearty meal, a few beers or red wines and a chat with the other like minded guests. …
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Alida W, Owner at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 25 Mar 2019
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
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Our family of three enjoyed three magical nights at Diggers Rest, in a bunk house room. We loved the early morning horse rides through spectacular country, and the lovely evenings around the fire, before satisfying home cooked evening meals. It was a great experience of Wyndham and I would certainly recommend it. Thank you Alida for your wonderful hospitality.
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Alida W, Owner at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 25 Mar 2019
Thanks for coming out to stay with us. We are a bit off the beaten track but we think it's worth the trip:)
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The hotel is perfect for the convention centre but be aware that its some way out of town (allow 45 mins - 1 hour to get into the town centre, and 15 minutes to the airport). Good things: Location adjoining the convention centre; lovely spacious room; spotless cleanliness; good desk for working (including handy stationery items in desk drawer); a balcony for some rest air. Reception staff very helpful and welcoming. Very quiet at night. Only a few less good things: breakfast buffet area not efficiently managed - a lot of servers bumbling around but often there were no napkins on tables and sparse cutlery. The dishes of bacon and eggs etc were usually only just warm rather than hot. If I went to another convention at Yuelai I would definitely stay here again. Happy to recommend.…
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Date of stay: June 2018Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: some rooms face the river, others face the conference centre.
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Response from Alida W, Owner at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 25 Mar 2019
I think you must have our station stay and horse riding business confused with another business, as we are not a convention centre.
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A friend had organised our trip out to Diggers Rest which is about 20 minutes from Wyndham (4wd). The property is absolutely gorgeous and we saw so much wild life in its natural habitat. Alida greeted us and asked about our horse riding experience which was great as we had a lady with us who had never ridden. Alida has many horses all beautifully cared for and loved and she was able to select the most suitable horse for my friend. We set off into the sunset to a meeting point near a gorgeous Boab tree and there we had wine, beer and cheese and nibbles. Great quality and very refreshing. Alida and a guy called Ash ran our ride and they were chatty and very informative and always checking we were happy and comfortable. The movie Australia with Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman was partly recorded on Diggers Rest’s property and it was really interested to hear all the details and see some of the scenery which was in the movie. We had a bit of rain on our return back to the ranch and the horses were so well behaved it just added another dimension to the experience. We had the most enjoyable time at Diggers Rest doing the sunset horse riding tour and would recommend it for everyone, no matter your horse riding experience. On the way back to Wyndham from Diggers Rest we saw a small crocodile, a Barking owl, several snakes, loads of wallaroo’s, euros (small looking kangaroos) and a hundred frogs 🐸. So if you want to see wildlife is its natural habitat visit Diggers Rest. …
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Alida W, Owner at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 25 Mar 2019
Thanks for letting us know how much you enjoyed yourself out here at Diggers. We hope to see you again one day.
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Stayed with in bunkhouse . Very friendly owners, Kimberly scenery to die for. Our daughter's partner caught a Barramundi. Excellent eating. Wife went horse riding which she thoroughly enjoyed. Access is by 4wd.
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from DiggersRestStation, Owner at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 24 Apr 2018
Thanks for coming out to Diggers! Glad you and your family enjoyed your station stay. Hope to see you again one of these days.
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I always thought this would be a trip of a lifetime. But I was wrong. Can't stop at just one trip because I'll definitely be back coming back for more. Thank you Alida and Rod. It was an amazing experience and a must do for anyone who's even vaguely thinking about it. Be prepared for great food, excellent company and getting your hands dirty. Start the days with picture perfect sunrises and end with peaceful sunsets before sleeping under the stars.
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Date of stay: August 2017Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Pick a flat spot on the ground!
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Response from DiggersRestStation, Owner at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 21 Jan 2018
It was a pleasure showing you the Kimberley on horseback!
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We visited Diggers Rest in July for the second time. This time we stayed in a tent as the huts where all booked. Went for a lovely sunset ride. Diggers is a very relaxing place to be, Alida Roderick and staff are all welcoming and friendly. The food amazing, the scenery awesome. Somewhere that seems to draw you back again and again.
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Date of stay: July 2017Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from DiggersRestStation, Owner at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 21 Jan 2018
Thanks for visiting us again, and hope to see you in the not so distant future!
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Diggers Rest Station is a real outback experience, excellent cabins, great food and friendly, homely atmosphere. Excellent horses and great rides. We went on a 4 day horse ride camping out which was excellent, well paced with long rest in heat of day, relaxed atmosphere. We then stayed on at the station for a morning and sunset ride.
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Date of stay: July 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Loved the cabins, as it was like sleeping outdoors under the stars with all the ventilation and...
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Response from DiggersRestStation, Owner at Digger's Rest Station
Responded 21 Jan 2018
Thanks for your feedback. We enjoyed having you ride with us!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Digger's Rest Station
Which popular attractions are close to Digger's Rest Station?
Nearby attractions include Warriu Park Dreamtime Statues (7.1 km).
Is parking available at Digger's Rest Station?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Are pets allowed at Digger's Rest Station?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.