Venue Highlights
Experience exceptional service, a challenging nine hole golf course, horseriding, fishing, and the proximity to uncrowded surf beaches on our 300 acre estate bounded on the north and south by pristine tidal estuaries full of marine life and birds. The estate was built progressively over 30 years and originally named The Oaks after the many native 'she oaks' on the property. The estate has beautiful views over bushland and open plains to the commanding Duea Mountains. You are always assured of a visit by the abundance of native wildlife that enjoy the estates natural environment and co-exist peacefully with our farm animals.
Our function room has French Windows that open to landscaped gardens and lawns and the diverse areas of the estate provide several unique breakout areas indoors and outdoors that are provided free of charge. Spread over two stylish levels with an intimate and elegant bar area overlooking the lounge and open wood fireplace, The Oaks is able to cater for a variety of celebratory events, conventions, weddings, barbecues, meetings and exhibitions. The estate is ideal for a 'back to nature' break that will energise and refresh delegates and guests.
Location
We are located approximately half way between Bateman's Bay and Moruya, about four hours from Sydney and two hours from Canberra. We are ten minutes from Moruya Airport and provide free pick up and drop off at Moruya Airport which has daily flights from Sydney and daily flights from Melbourne via Merimbula.
Accommodation
The Oaks Ranch has 15 guestrooms that acommodate 62 guests at full capacity. The five family rooms have a queen bed and three singles in two separate rooms and also come with microwave. One of the family rooms has a queen and five singles. The standard rooms have a queen and a single and all rooms are fully equipped with ensuite bathroom, linen and towels, tea and coffee making facilities and TV/DVD. Package rates include a hearty breakfast for two, a free round of golf and free pick up and drop off at Moruya Airport.
There are several excellent accommodation venues in close proximity to The Oaks including boutique retreats, Motels and 4 star caravan parks situated right on the beach.
Catering Information
We have convention menus, cocktail menus, wedding menus, vegetarian and gluten free options. Barbeque packs are available for dinner, we will prepare substantial salad and side dishes and bring your meat to barbecue at whatever time you choose. We are happy to be flexible in regard to budget, dietary requirements and special requests. Home cooked dinners are available by arrangement so just let us know when booking if your would like us to cater for you.
Recreational Facilities
Directly outside your room you will find our challenging 9 hole golf course (4-5 par), and beautiful resort pool with spa. Horseriding is available all year round and the younger folk can enjoy pony rides or the our playground with swing, slippery dip and play area. We have a Games Room with Wii Sports, Pool table, Table Tennis and Large Screen for watching DVD's as well as a Tennis Court. Enjoy fishing or swimming on the river bank or take a Bushtucker walk with our guides which is always a favourite with guests. You are welcome to enjoy a self guided walk along the river banks and bushland of the 300 acre estate. We also have exclusive offers from other providers in the area when booking into The Oaks that will enhance your personal experience or contriubte to team building. These include skydiving, charter sea cruises, yoga, massage, bellydancing and scenic flights.
Technical Facilities
The Oaks has free wireless internet throughout the building, Data Projector with large and medium overhead screen, Microphone, Audio including TV/DVD, Flip Chart and small Whiteboard.
Business Facilities
Facsimilie, Photocopying, and professional event advice. The Oaks has a number of charming breakout areas both indoors and outdoors.
Additional Information
Over 70 per cent of the Eurobodalla Shire is National Park and State Forest and is rich in Aboriginal and European history. In fact there are seven national parks and many smaller nature reserves in the area. Team building and inspiration can be enhanced in this location and also by the proximity to other exciting attractions in the area. Delegates and guests can let loose and 'shimmy and shake' in a bellydancing class, enjoy bootcamp on the beach, kayak pristine tidal estuaries see abundant sea life on a charter cruise, skydive, or be awestruck by breathtaking views on a scenic flight. At The Oaks Ranch we look forward to welcoming you with the warmth and hospitality The Oaks is known for. We pride ourselves on our level of customer service and we receive very positive feedback on our level of customer service we provide and the general ambience of the estate.