Valley View Farm Rainbow Flat – Organic Garlic, Farm Gate Kitchen & Scenic Farm Stay

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Tucked away on The Lakes Way in Rainbow Flat, just a short drive from Forster and Taree, you’ll find Valley View Farm—a 96-acre organic farm dedicated to growing premium garlic, supporting sustainability, and creating a welcoming community hub. Run by passionate owners Adam and Karina Gersbach, this lush property in the Manning Valley has grown into a destination for food lovers, nature seekers, and those craving a peaceful farm stay experience.

Organic Garlic Grown with Care

Valley View Farm specialises in chemical-free, organic garlic grown using sustainable farming practices. Their garlic is renowned across the Mid North Coast for its bold flavour profiles and exceptional quality. Here's a closer look at what you can buy directly from the farm or online:

• Russian Garlic (Elephant Garlic): Mild, warm, and slightly sweet with oversized, easy-to-peel cloves.

• Glamour Garlic: Starts with a spicy punch, mellowing into a rich sweetness—especially when roasted.

• Italian Red Garlic: A robust, easy-to-grow variety perfect for home gardeners and full-flavoured dishes.

• Glen Large Garlic: A juicy artichoke-style garlic with large bulbs and smooth peeling.

• Southern Glen Garlic: A South Australian favourite with generous cloves, similar to Glen Large.

• Rojo Del Pais Baza Garlic: Striking purple-cloaked cloves that are easy to peel and beautifully sweet when baked.

Also available are small-batch garlic condiments made with love, including:

• Garlic chutney

• Pickled garlic

• Garlic salt

The Farm Gate Kitchen – Fresh, Local & Full of Flavour

Valley View Farm’s Farm Gate Kitchen is a warm and welcoming café offering indoor and outdoor dining surrounded by beautiful rural views. Open Thursday to Monday, 9:00am to 3:00pm, the café serves:

• Paddock-to-plate meals featuring their award-winning garlic

• Locally sourced ingredients from other organic producers

• Sandwiches, homemade cakes, and refreshing drinks

Whether you're stopping in for a quick bite or a long lunch, the rustic country setting and flavoursome food make this a memorable dining experience.

Farm Gate Kitchen uses local organic producers to supply paddock to plate meals where possible. Meals have a focus on the award winning garlic grown on the farm. Visitors can also purchase a range of delicious fresh organic garlic supplies including a range of pickled garlic, garlic chutney and garlic salts. The Kitchen is open Thursday to Monday 9.00am to 3.00pm.

Explore the Farm & Surrounding Regions

Nearby attractions include:

• Diamond Head, Red Head, and Black Head beaches

• The Black Head Bazaar, held the first Sunday of each month (Sept–May)

• The natural beauty of the Great Lakes and surrounding national parks

With Forster and Taree just a short drive away, Valley View Farm makes an ideal stop for day-trippers or a relaxing base for exploring the Mid North Coast.

Valley View Farm is close to beaches and lakes and is between the bigger towns of Taree and Forster. This luscious 96 acre property is positioned in the Manning Valley and in close proximity of the Great Lakes.

The closest beaches are Diamond Head, Red Head and Black Head. During September to May, Black Head Bazaar is a community market that is held on the first Sunday of the month, in Wylie Breckenridge Park.

Plan Your Visit

Whether you’re craving farm-fresh meals, a peaceful bush walk, or a countryside getaway, Valley View Farm Rainbow Flat delivers a wholesome and authentic experience grounded in sustainability and community values.

Visit: www.valleyviewfarm.net.au(Check back soon for updates on accommodation and bushwalk availability.)

For a wonderful day out, a farm stay or meal then put Valley View Farm on your itinerary.

For more information visit www.valleyviewfarm.net.au - I'll update this post once the accommodation is completed and the bush walks are in operation.