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Pick Your Own

  • Our Pick Your Own flower season typically runs from mid Spring to early Autumn, depending on weather and bloom cycles. Exact dates are released on our website and social media closer to the time. Join our email list to be notified when sessions go live, or follow us on instagram for updates.

  • Our flower patch features a rotating selection of seasonal blooms, which include ranunculus, stock, peonies, delphinium, dahlias, cosmos, zinnias, sunflowers, hydrangeas and more. Availability varies throughout the season. For more information visit What Blooms When.

  • Yes, bookings are essential. Consider it a personal invitation to our private family farm. We are not open everyday to the public and do not accept walk ins. So please make a booking on our website when dates are released. Make sure you get in early to secure your spot as numbers are limited.

  • Our Standard PYO cost is $55 per person picking and includes:

    • Entry for 1 picking guest, plus 1 accompanying non-picking guest (if required).

    • 60 minutes of flower patch access

    • Guidelines and assistance on how and what to pick.

    • 12–15 stems (number will vary depending on varieties available)

    • Recyclable cup to take blooms home in

    • GST & payment processing fee

    Good to know:

    • Snips + Jugs are supplied to use but must be returned before departure.

    • You may bring a vase or bucket to transfer your blooms into at completion of picking. Water is available onsite.

    • Kids 12 & under enter free

    • Outside of the 2 person allowance, extra guests over 12 years old will need a separate booking.

  • Yes, children are welcome but must be supervised at all times, as there are barbed wire fences keeping cattle in and a dam close by. Please note that our pathways can be uneven in places, so prams may be tricky in some areas.

    Children 12 and under enter free.

    • Comfortable footwear, closed toe shoes preferred (you’ll be walking through farm paths with bees, insects, spiders and the possibility of wildlife like mice or snakes)

    • A hat, sunscreen, insect repellant if desired and a water bottle if weather is warm. A jacket if it is cold.

    • We provide everything you need to pick and carry your flowers.

    Please remember this is a working farm so there will be uneven surfaces and things you can hook your clothes on (fence, droppers). We ask you to be careful and please use the paths provided.

    Important - Please do not bring smokes or vapes into the farm. We are a non-smoking and non-vaping venue.

  • Picnics are not permitted during standard Pick Your Own (PYO) sessions, which run for 60 minutes, unless explicitly offered by us at time of booking.

    You're welcome to bring a water bottle or small snacks for young children, but we kindly ask that you avoid dropping food or leaving any waste behind. Even small crumbs can attract rodents, and we work hard to keep our flower patch as pest-free and tidy as possible. Please take all rubbish with you when you leave.

    If you're looking to enjoy food and drinks during your visit, we recommend booking one of our Snip + Sip sessions, which are designed for a longer, more relaxed experience and include curated food and beverage offerings. Alternatively, visit a local eatery pre or post your visit.

  • No. For the safety of our guests, flowers, and farm animals, pets are not permitted on the property.

  • Absolutely. We welcome personal photography and love seeing your content on socials! For professional photoshoots, branding sessions, or styled photoshoots, please make a request to hire to arrange a private booking.

    Drones are not permitted.

  • Our Snip + Sip PYO sessions are designed for guests who want to slow down and truly indulge in the flower farm experience.

    While standard PYO sessions are 60 minutes and focused on flower picking, Snip + Sip offers a more relaxed atmosphere with:

    • Extended time in the flower patch

    • Greater seating areas for relaxing with a drink and soaking up the ambience.

    • Food and beverage options available for purchase, such as seasonal grazing boxes and a licensed bar serving both non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks.

      On occasion, we may offer select sessions where BYO picnics are welcome - this will be clearly stated at the time of booking. If you're unsure, feel free to reach out or check the session details before your visit.

    • Usually a cracking sunset if it’s a golden hour booking.

    The pricing for Snip + Sip PYO sessions depends on the offering each time and can change based on the specific inclusions.

    Snip + Sip sessions are ideal for small groups, catch-ups, special occasions, or anyone looking for a unique and memorable outing in the Adelaide Hills.

    Availability is limited in Spring, with the majority of Snip + Sip sessions offered in the warmer Summer months.

Private Hire

  • Absolutely. Our natural setting and seasonal flower patch provide a stunning backdrop for a range of creative or personal events. The flower patch is available to privately hire within our flower season for intimate celebrations, small gatherings, workshops, photoshoots or film. At this stage we do not offer weddings.

  • We welcome bookings for:

    • Professional photography & videography (branding, editorials, content, film)

    • Occasions - Bridal showers, birthdays, small corporate functions (morning tea / lunch / afternoon tea / sunset grazing)

    • Proposals

    • Creative workshops

    • Exclusive PYO sessions for groups

    If you have something else in mind, we’d be happy to chat further. Date availability will be limited.

  • Guest capacity varies depending on the type of event. For example we can comfortably accommodate up to 40 guests for occasion hires. Larger groups will be considered upon request.

  • Private hire includes:

    • Exclusive access to the flower patch

    • Use of select areas for photography or gathering

    • A farm host available for assistance

    • PYO inclusions, where specified

    • Tables, chairs and umbrellas already on site (limited number)

    • Access to power

    • Restroom, if already onsite

    Occasion & Proposal hire includes the ability to choose optional extras like picnic setups, tablescapes, grazing boxes and bar set up (available on request and at additoinal cost). Alternatively you can use external vendors to hire styling pieces, catering or additional restrooms should they be required. All vendors must be agreed to by Charleston Farm.

  • Pricing depends on the nature, size, time and duration of your booking. With dates subject to availability.

    • Private standard PYO session (60mins) = $75pp (minimum 6 guests) Weekday only

    • Professional Photography session = Minimum $200 per hour. Monday to Thursday only.

    • Marriage Proposal (2 hours)
      Tues/Wed/Thurs = from $300
      Fri/Sat = from $550

    • Occasion (2-4 hours) are quoted individually. Minimum spend of $1100 applies and rates differ for weekday vs weekend. Please make a hire request and we’ll provide a tailored quote.

    • Day rates are available upon request for special events. Please email Brooke with details.

    All pricing includes GST. Advertised pricing subject to change throughout the season.

  • Yes, you're welcome to bring your preferred photographer, stylist, or creative team. We simply ask that all external vendors are approved in advance and follow our farm guidelines to protect the flowers and land.

  • Charleston Farm is fully out in the open and subject to all weather conditions. We currently have umbrellas and soon to be 2 pergolas to shade guests from the sun or protect from rain. In the case of bad weather, and if required, you're welcome to bring lightweight setups such as rugs, gazebos, umbrellas, subject to prior approval.

  • Availability is limited throughout the season. Please read all of the FAQ here then make a hire request in the first instance.

    Prepayment is required for Private PYO, Proposal and Photography bookings. For Occasion bookings, a $150 deposit is required to confirm, with full payment required 7 days prior to your booking date.

    If you have further questions please email Brooke with your event and queries.

Other

  • We are located in Charleston, South Australia. A relaxed 45-50 minute drive from Adelaide to the Adelaide Hills. Choose the straighter path via the South Eastern Freeway or wind your way through the hills. Exact address sent with booking confirmation.

  • PYO bookings are non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours of the scheduled booking time. 

    For Private Bookings, cancellation within 14 days of the event will result in forfeiture of the deposit. Cancellation within 7 days of the event will result in the full payment being due.

    We recommend notifying us as early as possible if you need to cancel.

    Food preorders can only be cancelled up to 7 days prior to booking date, due to supplier terms. After this period, we are unable to offer refunds for food items.

    There are no refunds for no shows.

    Unfortunately processing fees are non-refundable at any time.

  • The flower patch is outdoors so wind, hot sun and rain could occur at any time. In the event of extreme weather (heavy rainfall/storms or extreme fire danger) we will cancel your booking and refund, or offer a reschedule if possible. This will be notified via email and SMS if this is the case.

    Please note our PYO sessions are timed for early-mid morning or late afternoon-sunset. Flowers will not last as well if picked in the direct heat of the day.

  • We no longer offer wholesale flowers. While we’ve provided limited quantities to florists in previous seasons, Charleston Farm is now focused exclusively on our Pick Your Own experiences and seasonal offerings.

    We truly appreciate the support from our florist community over the years!

  • We no longer offer bunches for pickup or delivery at this time, as our focus is on creating experiences through our Pick Your Own sessions.

    On occasion, if we have extra blooms outside of our regular PYO sessions, we may bunch them up and make them available at local locations, or share availability via our Instagram - so keep an eye out there.

    If you're looking to gift flowers, a Charleston Farm PYO voucher is a great alternative. After all, what’s better than picking your own bouquet, straight from the farm?

If you have further questions that haven’t been answered above, please email us. Thanks!