9 in the herdCattle
Miniature Cattle
Miniature Highland, Hereford & Angus, Jersey steers, and a Guernsey/Holstein cross. The herd includes Fred — the Highland cow who started it all — and Fefe, the first calf born right here at Outside Inn.
Meet the Farm Family
Highland cattle, rare Valais Blacknose sheep, baby lambs, fancy chickens, Kunekune pigs, a Jerusalem donkey, and more. This is a real working farm — and every animal has a name.
Who lives here
A working farm. Every animal a member of the family.
Outside Inn Campground in Santee, South Carolina is home to more than 25 named farm animals across 8 species on 60+ acres of SC Lowcountry farmland — a herd of miniature cattle (Scottish Highland, Hereford, Angus, Jersey, and Guernsey/Holstein), 11 Nigerian Dwarf and Nigerian Dwarf mix goats, 5 sheep including the rare Valais Blacknose breed, 3 Kunekune pigs, a Jerusalem donkey, 40+ chickens including Silkies and Bantams, 9 ducks, and 2 pedigreed Holland Lop rabbits with babies born seasonally.
The animals at Outside Inn aren't a backdrop — they're the reason most people come back. Fred the Highland cow has been here since the beginning. Kyle the dairy steer was raised from a bottle. Bux the lamb arrived orphaned and spent his first week in diapers. Cole Slaw the Kunekune pig has limited mobility and still waddles out every morning for breakfast like it's the best day of his life. Every animal here has a story — and if you stay long enough, you'll hear all of them.
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The roster
Who lives on the farm.
Eight species, 25+ named animals, and 40+ chickens spread across 60+ acres. Here's the whole crew at a glance.
9
Miniature cattle — Highland, Hereford, Angus, Jersey & Guernsey/Holstein
11
Nigerian Dwarf & Nigerian Dwarf mix goats
5
Sheep — Babydoll Southdown, Katahdin & rare Valais Blacknose
40+
Chickens — Silkies, Bantams, mixed flock & 2 gentle roosters
11 strongGoats
Nigerian Dwarf Goats
Purebred and mix Nigerian Dwarf goats with a whole lot of range — from Betty the spicy Pygmy mix to Walker the goat-yoga regular. Small, mighty, and endlessly entertaining.
Nigerian Dwarf Goats
Rare breedSheep
Sheep — incl. Valais Blacknose
Babydoll Southdown, Katahdin, and a Valais Blacknose — widely considered the cutest sheep breed in the world, and exceptionally rare in the United States. Yes, really. Yes, you can see ours.
Sheep — incl. Valais Blacknose
3 of themPigs
Kunekune Pigs
Stella, Luna, and Cole — the mud-loving, ear-scratch-loving trio of the barnyard. Kunekune are a gentle, grass-grazing breed from New Zealand, not the rooting kind.
Kunekune Pigs
Just oneDonkey
Jerusalem Donkey
Ollie is the quiet protector of the barnyard. He doesn't need to make a scene to get the job done — always alert, always nearby, always watching over the herd.
Jerusalem Donkey
40+ & countingChickens
Fancy Chicken Flock
Silkies, Bantams, a mixed flock, and 2 gentle roosters — enough personalities to fill a reality show. They lay free-range eggs guests can collect fresh from the egg hutch at the farm.
Fancy Chicken Flock
9 ducksDucks
Mallard, Pekin & Indian Runner
Six Mallards, two Pekins, and one upright Indian Runner. The ducks have opinions about feeding time — and they will let you know.
Mallard, Pekin & Indian Runner
2 + babiesRabbits
Holland Lop Rabbits
Allie and Noah are our pedigreed Holland Lops. Baby bunnies are born seasonally — and yes, they're available to adopt when a litter arrives.
Holland Lop Rabbits
How to meet the farm
How to spend time with the animals.
Twice a day the barn opens up. The rest of the day the farm is right outside your site. Here's everything you can do — most of it is free with your stay.
Daily · 9:30 am & 6:30 pm
Daily Farm Feedings & Animal Snuggles
Twice a day, the barn opens up. It's the most popular thing we don't charge for. Meet us at the barn every morning at 9:30 and every evening at 6:30 to feed, pet, and spend time with the whole crew — Fred the Highland cow included.
Open to all overnight guests. No sign-up, no ticket, just show up. Bring the kids. Bring your camera.
Free with your stay9:30 am daily6:30 pm dailyMeet at the barn
By reservation · up to 10 guests
Private Farm Tour & Snuggle Experience
Want more than the daily feeding? Book a private farm tour and spend one-on-one time with the animals — up close, unhurried, and personal. Perfect for first-time farm visitors, families with young kids, or anyone who just really needs to hold a baby lamb.
Available by appointment for up to 10 guests. $100 for the experience — and overnight camping guests get 50% off.
Up to 10 guests$100 · 50% off for campersBy appointment
All dayRoam the farm
Visit the Fence Line Anytime
The animals are visible and accessible through the fencing throughout the day. Pull-through RV guests can watch the cattle right from their sites, and 1.5 miles of wooded trails loop through and around the farm.
Visit the Fence Line Anytime
Help yourselfEgg hutch
Fresh Eggs from the Egg Hutch
Fresh eggs. From our chickens. To your skillet. Our 40+ free-range hens lay daily, and overnight guests are welcome to collect them straight from the egg hutch at the farm — help yourself.
Fresh Eggs from the Egg Hutch
SeasonalBaby animals
Bottle-Feed the Babies
When young animals are on the farm, guests are often invited to help at the morning feeding — lambs, calves, and baby goats have all been bottle-fed here. Ask us what's happening when you arrive.
Bottle-Feed the Babies
Rare & notable
Breeds worth the trip.
A few of our animals are special enough to plan a visit around — rare, photogenic, and exactly the kind of thing you can't see at most campgrounds.
Swiss AlpsRare breed
Valais Blacknose Sheep
Widely considered the cutest sheep breed in the world. Originally from the Swiss Alps, Valais Blacknose are known for their distinctive black face, black legs, and incredibly fluffy white wool. They're exceptionally rare in the United States — and you can meet ours at Outside Inn.
Valais Blacknose Sheep
Fluffy & gentleChickens
Silkie Chickens
Silkies are unlike any chicken you've seen — their feathers are more like fur, giving them an impossibly fluffy look. Gentle, calm, and endlessly photogenic, our Silkies are a guest favorite at feeding time.
Silkie Chickens
Scottish HighlandsCattle
Scottish Highland Cow
Fred is our shaggy, long-horned Scottish Highland — and the most photographed resident on the farm. An ancient breed raised for the rugged Scottish Highlands, they’re known for their flowing coats, big gentle eyes, and unmistakable horns. Come say hi at feeding time; Fred steals every show.
Scottish Highland Cow
The farm family
Every animal has a name. And a story.
Grouped loosely by pasture — cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, the donkey, and the rabbits. The arrival date on each card is the day they joined the family.
March 2022Miniature Highland
Fred
Fred is a miniature Highland cow (or Coo). Even though Highland cows are famous for braving the snowy Scottish Highlands, they actually do just fine in warmer climates too! Their long hair helps regulate body temperature by insulating them from both heat and cold — kind of like nature's own climate control system. As long as they have shade and plenty of water, Highland cows stay cool and comfy, even on hot southern days!
Feb 2023Jersey/Guernsey steer
Kyle
Meet Kyle — he's a dairy steer! That means he was born a boy to a dairy breed, likely a Jersey/Guernsey cross. While he doesn't make milk (of course!), he's a superstar in his own right. Dairy steers are known for being gentle, friendly, and curious — perfect for farm visits and animal lovers of all ages. Kyle loves attention, snacks, and being part of the Outside Inn crew!
Dec 2023Mini Angus
Delilah
Delilah is our sweet and sassy mini Angus cow and proud mama to Fefe. She spent the early part of her life living in a backyard with goats for company, which made her a little unsure when she first arrived at Outside Inn — especially surrounded by actual cows! But with patience and time, Delilah has found her footing and now fits right in with the herd. She's gentle, independent, and quietly confident.
Dec 2023Jersey steers
Vinnie & Pauly D
Vinnie and Pauly D are our bottle-fed Jersey steer brothers — not by blood, but by bond. These two calves came to the farm together after a rough start, having been sent to auction far too young and likely missing out on the early nutrition and care they needed. Since then, they've been on a journey of recovery, receiving constant attention, proper feed, and lots of love. These resilient "brothers" are growing stronger every day.
Aug 2024Angus/Hereford cross
Terrance
Terrance is our Angus/Hereford cross steer, and he's as sweet as his polka-dotted nose. Raised on a bottle, he's become incredibly gentle and affectionate, often seen hanging out with his buddies Kyle and Branch in their "boys' club" pasture. With his soft eyes, laid-back nature, and curious spirit, Terrance is quickly becoming a farm favorite — but he'll always be our soft-hearted bottle baby at heart.
Nov 2024Highland/Angus cross
Fefe
Fefe, short for Ophelia, holds a special place in our hearts as the very first calf born right here at Outside Inn. A mix of Fred, our mini Highland bull, and Delilah, our mini Black Angus, Fefe inherited the best of both worlds — a petite build, a shaggy charm, and a whole lot of personality. Don't let her tiny size fool you — Fefe struts through the pasture with the confidence of a full-grown cow.
Jan 2025Mini Hereford
Stacy
Stacy is a miniature Hereford calf with a perfectly heart-melting face and an adorably petite build. She's one of the smallest calves on the farm — but what she lacks in size, she makes up for in charm. Still a little shy in her new surroundings, Stacy is sticking close to her mom for comfort while she adjusts. With each day, though, she's growing braver and more curious.
Jan 2025Mini Hereford
Stacy's Mom
This gentle mini Hereford mama arrived with Stacy at her side and has been quietly settling into life at Outside Inn. Though she's one of the smallest adult cows on the farm, she keeps a watchful eye over her baby with the calm confidence of a seasoned mom. With her sweet face and quiet nature, she's beginning to warm up to the team — slowly, but surely. The best things often come in small, sturdy packages.
June 2023Nigerian Dwarf mix
Poppy
Goats like Poppy are natural-born explorers and love standing on things: tables, rocks, stumps... you name it! Poppy is a Nigerian Dwarf mix goat, a small but mighty breed known for being friendly, playful, and full of personality. Nigerian Dwarf goats may be pint-sized, but they're full of personality — and milk! These tiny goats can produce up to 2 quarts of sweet, creamy milk a day.
June 2023Wether
Branch
Branch may have horns to rule the herd, but he's definitely king of head scratches! As a wether (a neutered male goat), he's calm, cuddly, and full of charm. He'll lean in for love any chance he gets — just look at that face!
Sept 2023Pygmy mix
Betty
Don't let her size fool you — Betty might be the tiniest goat in the herd, but she's also one of the feistiest! Likely a Pygmy goat, Betty brings big energy in a small package. She's quick to claim the best hay pile, hops onto every surface she can find, and isn't afraid to put bigger goats in their place. We call her our "spicy little goat" because she's got sass, spark, and a whole lot of attitude.
Oct 2023Betty's kid
Binx
Born on Halloween weekend and named after the beloved black cat in Hocus Pocus, Binx is all charm and snuggles. As one of Betty's kids, he may have inherited her spunky streak, but Binx is best known for his superpower: cuddling. Whether he's curling up with his goat siblings or resting his head on a hay pile, Binx brings calm, cozy vibes wherever he goes.
Sept 2024Nigerian Dwarf twin
Walker
Walker, with his soft golden coat and calm demeanor, is the perfect little gentleman. As one half of our Nigerian Dwarf twin duo, he brings a peaceful energy wherever he goes — especially to goat yoga, where he's been known to curl up quietly on a mat mid-pose. With a steady gaze and a heart full of sweetness, Walker is always ready for snuggles and selfies.
Sept 2024Nigerian Dwarf twin
Texas Ranger
Texas Ranger might be small, but he's full of spark! With his bold black-and-tan markings and curious nature, he's the one most likely to bounce from mat to mat looking for new friends. Don't let his quiet cuddles fool you — this little guy has moves (and hops) that impress even the yoga pros. Together with Walker, he completes one of the most beloved pairs at Outside Inn.
March 2025Twin kid
Benny
Benny is one of Winnie's twin boys, and he's always on the move! The moment he spots something new, he's off to investigate — leaping, climbing, and testing boundaries with boundless energy. Whether he's playfully butting heads with his brother or climbing on a hay bale like it's Mount Everest, Benny's adventurous spirit keeps everyone entertained.
March 2025Doeling
Darla
Darla is Amy's newest doeling, and she's already making herself known! With her floppy ears, bold bleats, and inherited sass, she's definitely her mama's girl. But behind that loud little voice is a tender heart — Darla is a total cuddlebug who loves to be held and melts into your arms like a baby goat burrito. She's full of personality and charm from head to hoof.
Jan 2025Babydoll Southdown
Bux
Meet Bux, our miracle lamb with the softest fleece and the sweetest story. Orphaned and found alone on the side of the highway, Bux spent his first week in diapers, living indoors with a foster who gave him around-the-clock care. When the rescue group reached out, we welcomed him as our very first lamb — and he instantly became part of the family. Now bottle-fed and snuggled in sweaters, Bux is thriving and stealing hearts with every bleat.
Feb 2025Babydoll Southdown
Batman
Meet Batman, our black Babydoll Southdown lamb with a wooly coat and an even woolier personality. Rejected at birth, Batman arrived at our farm at just under 24 hours old and has been making his voice heard ever since. Whether he's peeking around corners, trotting up to guests, or belting out his famous "feed me!" call, Batman knows how to charm a crowd.
Rare breedValais Blacknose
Sean
Meet Sean, our Valais Blacknose — one of the rarest sheep breeds in the United States and widely considered the most distinctive-looking sheep in the world, with a black face, black legs, and impossibly fluffy white wool. Originally from the Swiss Alps, this gentle, woolly charmer is a true showstopper. You can meet Sean at the daily farm feedings.
March 2023Kunekune
Stella
Stella is the fiery redhead of the pair, and she's just as bold as her coloring suggests. She came to Outside Inn no bigger than a Yorkie, but she's grown into her role as queen of the mud patch with confidence and flair. Whether she's rooting through the straw or leading a slow parade around the pasture, Stella knows how to keep things interesting — and she'll always pause for a snack or a scratch behind the ears.
March 2023Kunekune
Luna
Luna, with her striking black coat and creamy markings, is the quieter of the two — but don't mistake her calmness for weakness. This sweet-natured pig is all about cozy naps, slow strolls, and standing by Stella's side. She's a gentle soul who wins hearts with her wiggly tail and chill vibes, proving that big piggies can be just as huggable as the tiny ones.
March 2023Kunekune
Cole
Cole Slaw, affectionately known as Cole, is one of the most beloved pigs on the farm. Though he arrived alongside Stella and Luna, Cole's journey has been a bit different. Born with a degenerative condition affecting his joints, Cole didn't grow like the others and has limited mobility. But he makes the most of every moment — waddling out each morning for his breakfast, his medicine, and a quick sniff around the pasture before settling into his favorite nap spots.
March 2023Jerusalem Donkey
Ollie
Ollie is our Jerusalem donkey and the quiet protector of the barnyard. With his calm eyes and strong build, Ollie takes his role as a livestock guardian seriously — always alert, always nearby, and always watching. Though he may act a little shy when the crowd gets too big, he's incredibly loyal and brave, especially when it comes to keeping his farm family safe. Ollie prefers to let his presence do the talking.
Nov 2024Holland Lop
Allie
Allie is our elegant blue-eyed white Holland Lop and a true showstopper. With her soft white coat and striking ice-blue eyes, she brings a little magic to the bunny hutch. Allie is gentle, calm, and curious — always the first to peek out when visitors approach. As a mama, she's incredibly attentive, and guests love meeting her fluffy babies born right here on the farm.
Nov 2024Holland Lop buck
Noah
Noah is a black tortoiseshell Vienna-marked Holland Lop with a sweet disposition and a touch of mischief. With his signature white markings and floppy ears, he's a fan favorite — especially when he's lounging like a king or nuzzling visitors' hands for treats. As a pedigreed buck, Noah passes on his handsome looks and loving temperament to every litter.
SeasonalHolland Lop litter
Baby Bunnies
Our newest additions to the farm family! Holland Lop litters arrive seasonally to Allie and Noah, and the babies are available for adoption when a litter is born. Email stay@outsideinncampground.com to ask about current or upcoming litters.
Good to know
Farm animal questions, answered.
Want to know more before you visit? Call or text (803) 974-8585 — a real person answers.
Outside Inn is home to more than 25 named animals across 8 species — miniature cattle (Highland, Hereford, Angus, Jersey, and Guernsey/Holstein), Nigerian Dwarf and Nigerian Dwarf mix goats, Babydoll Southdown and Valais Blacknose sheep, Kunekune pigs, a Jerusalem donkey, 40+ chickens including Silkies and Bantams, Mallard, Pekin, and Indian Runner ducks, and pedigreed Holland Lop rabbits with babies born seasonally.
Yes — farm animal interaction is a core part of the Outside Inn experience. All overnight guests are welcome at daily farm feedings every morning at 9:30am and every evening at 6:30pm. Animals are also accessible through the fencing throughout the day. For more time up close, you can book a Private Farm Tour & Snuggle Experience.
Yes. The Valais Blacknose is one of the rarest sheep breeds in the United States and widely considered the most distinctive-looking sheep in the world. You can meet ours during daily farm feedings at Outside Inn.
Yes. In addition to the free daily farm feedings included with every stay, Outside Inn offers a Private Farm Tour & Snuggle Experience — a guided, hands-on session with the animals for up to 10 guests. It's $100, and overnight camping guests get 50% off. Available by appointment — contact us at stay@outsideinncampground.com to book.
Bottle-feeding happens seasonally when young animals are on the farm — lambs, calves, and baby goats have all been bottle-fed at Outside Inn. During active bottle-feeding season, guests are often invited to participate at the morning feeding. Ask us when you arrive about what's currently happening on the farm.
Yes. Our flock of 40+ free-range chickens lays eggs daily, and overnight guests are welcome to collect them directly from the egg hutch at the farm. There's nothing better than a fresh farm egg at your campsite for breakfast.
Yes. Our Holland Lop rabbits Allie and Noah produce litters seasonally, and baby bunnies are available for purchase. Contact us at stay@outsideinncampground.com to ask about current or upcoming litters.
Farm feedings happen twice daily — 9:30 AM and 6:30 PM, every day. Meet at the barn. Free for all overnight guests, no sign-up needed.
Yes. The farm is steps from all RV sites, and pull-through guests can see the cattle right from their sites. All guests are welcome at daily feedings regardless of which way they choose to stay.
Come stay
The farm is why most of our guests come back.
The morning feeding at 9:30am is worth waking up for. Book your stay and meet the whole family — Fred included.
Book your stay25+ named animals · 8 species · daily feedings 9:30 & 6:30