SPECTACULAR STATION STAY

BENDLEBY STATION, SET IN SPECTACULAR SCENERY IN THE NORTH OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA, IS A MUST-DO DESTINATION FOR ANYONE KEEN ON POLISHING THEIR OFF-ROAD DRIVING SKILLS.

WORDS AND PHOTOS ROBERT NORMAN

BENDLEBY Station is a 150km² property adjacent to South Australia’s magnificent Flinders Ranges, about 50km north of Orroroo, and it has been owned by the Luckcraft family for more than 50 years. In that time they have turned what was originally a sheep-grazing operation in to a mecca for 4x4 enthusiasts. After taking over the running of the business five years ago, fourth-generation owners of the station, husband and wife team Charlie and Kylie, have expanded and enhanced this award-winning destination. The main attraction of Bendleby Station is the challenge and satisfaction of driving the property’s 200km of tracks, most of which can be enjoyed by novice 4x4 drivers through to those with plenty of experience. As well as the tracks themselves, there are breathtaking panoramic views from the top of…

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4x4 Magazine Australia (Digital) - 1 Issue, August 2024

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