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Ross River Resort

| P.O. Box 3271, Alice Springs, Northern Territory 0871, Australia
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New York City, New York
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55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

This "resort", humble and dusty as it is, was the site of one of the best vacation experiences I have ever had. First, make no bones about it, this is rustic, simple, accommodation and food (and priced accordingly, so that's fair). But what makes this stellar is the opportunity to take the horses out and camp out under the stars,... More

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Kiama, New South Wales, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

We came across Ross River Resort on the last night of our red centre adventure. We were given a warm country welcoming by Shane before Irish Dennis took us out in the trusty ute on the back tracks of the property, it was fantastic to see off the beaten track with wild horses and foals on the way. Our son... More

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Bandung, Indonesia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

I used to work here in 1993, all I can remember is the view of northern territory sunset and sunrise is amazing. If you come to this place, and if there is still available, you have to spend time to dine under the stars, have a hot billy tea and damper in the morning, and learn to whip crack. And... More

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Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

Have just spent the weekend out at Ross River Homestead, Fantastic Hospitality, Jodi and Shane and their gorgeous kids are amazing hosts, food was superb, beer very cold and cabin clean. Very friendly and accomodating!! Karl the Helicopter pilot took us up for a ride and showed us the awesome natural beauty of the place and had so much info... More

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Alice Springs, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2013

Ross River Resort is about 80km from Alice Springs along the Ross River Highway. It is an easy drive and the East MacDonnell ranges are spectacular with plenty of places to stop along the way and look about. The 'Resort' is not so much what you would expect of that word. Rather it is more like a campground with a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2012

This resort made us feel a part of the REAL outback, not something manufactured for tourists. It's many attributes include wonderful hosts who from the very beginning of our stay made us feel AT HOME. We found we could simply relax in the comfortable accomodation, swim in the centrally located pool while taking in the stunning views of the ranges... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 8, 2012

We stopped for a cup of coffee and ended up staying a few days. We were treated like family by Shane and Jody with personal tours of the property and good old fashioned dinner with the family. The helicopter ride was a great family experience so too the array of unusual pets. The camping was exactly what campers need...flat, grassed,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 28, 2012

Fantastic location, great Homestead with heaps of info on its history and set in the lovely surroundings of the East MacDonnell Ranges. Surrounded by truly amazing country with some fantastic Displays of Aboriginal Rock carvings close by. The campground is in a great spot set down among the trees by the river and the amenities were very good. Among the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2012 via mobile

Had a wonderful time. Planned to stay for one night and stayed for three, only left because i had a plane to catch. Great people, great place, great food :-):-) Go stay with Shane Jody and family and be surrounded by the spectacular East Mac Donnell Ranges and wildlife. Wish i could have stayed longer. So go enjoy! Hugs and... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 16, 2012

Ross River resort is a delightful, relaxing place to visit. Jodie, Shane and their two beautiful children are really hospitable, they made my visit a very rewarding experience, they went out of their way to make my stay very memorable. The homestead is interesting, with a lot of memorabillia. It was a lovely gesture to be able to have meals... More

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Address: | P.O. Box 3271, Alice Springs, Northern Territory 0871, Australia
Region: Australia > Northern Territory > Red Centre > Alice Springs
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Ranked #11 of 29 Specialty lodging in Alice Springs
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