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TarraWarra is about as avant-garde as things get in Yarra, and the available accommodation is no exception; farmstays, B&Bs and lodges offer charm, but not necessarily cutting-edge style.
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But homestays and farmstays aren't for everyone - so it's important to know what to expect before you show up at a stranger's front door.
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Finally, be aware that living in close quarters with others may occasionally lead to personality conflicts, particularly during longer homestays or farmstays.
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Typically these sites have a database of accommodations that include homestays and farmstays.
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Also known as agritourism or agriturismo, farmstays can encompass a range of accommodations from rural bed and breakfasts to working ranches and cattle farms.
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While there are a few worldwide databases of homestays and farmstays (see box), often your best bet is to do an Internet search for stays in your destination.
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Directory: Links to farmstay sites for various destinations Homestays and farmstays aren't right for everyone.
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Some farmstays are quite luxurious, with spacious rooms and homemade breakfasts each morning; in this sort of accommodation, your closest contact with the farm itself may be a leisurely stroll across a rolling pasture.
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Other farmstays offer more hands-on activities, which could include learning about the workings of a vineyard or even pitching in to help with milking cows and feeding livestock.
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For travelers on a budget, homestays and farmstays can be a real bargain over hotels and other types of accommodation, particularly for long-term travel.
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