Gleneden Family Farm Eco-Camping

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Gleneden Family Farm offers simple, quiet bush camping on 640 picturesque acres in the ranges near Maryvale, between Warwick and Cunningham’s Gap. Beautiful North Branch Creek flows through the farm, with waterfalls and waterholes. Creekside and hilltop sites. 4WD sites and sites suitable for all forms of camping.

No crowds. Pet friendly by arrangement. Campfires permitted, wood available.

Gleneden Family Farm is a traditional mixed farm with a wide variety of plants and animals for food production. Seasonal organic produce, farm tours and working bullock team and bush skills displays available.

Brisbane 90mins, Toowoomba 75mins, Warwick 30mins.

Montrose Farm Bed and Breakfast

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Montrose Farm offers classical country accommodation set amongst the Coolibah trees at Sheepwash Cottage. Charming and cosy, the cottage is self contained, private and comfortably furnished. It has 2 bedrooms (queen and 2 singles which can convert into a king size bed) and can accommodate 4 people. It has recently been renovated with a new bathroom, well equipped kitchen, pot belly stove air conditioning and laundry.

Take in the rural views from the hot tub which is situated on the expansive deck and sit around the firepit to take in the sunsets and night skies. Montrose Farm offers true country hospitality and if you are wanting a complete break from the everyday they can prepare seasonal meals from local products for your enjoyment. You have your own herb garden and can collect your breakfast eggs from the hen house.

Montrose Farm has expansive views and overlooks the Goomburra Valley, with it’s heritage listed national park and bush walks. Nature lovers will be treated with abundant bird life and regular sightings of native animals. “A piece of heaven” and only two hours drive from Brisbane.

Happy Apple Caravan Park

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Happy Apple provides air-conditioned rooms, camping and caravan sites for tourists and backpackers. There are amazing National Parks and wineries throughout the Granite Belt for tourists and we especially welcome farm-workers and backpackers picking fruit and vegetables on farms in our area.

 

Thornbury Lodge

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Thornbury Lodge offers luxury accommodation at its finest. Situated a short drive east of Stanthorpe on 130 acres, the gardens at Thornbury are a real feature.

This is a perfect base to explore the National Parks at Boonoo Boonoo , Bald Rock and Basket Swap. The local wine tour buses collect from the front door for full or half day visits to local wineries. With 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and chef’s kitchen, Thornbury is a favourite of groups of friends for weekends away.

Warwick 2nd Hand and Collectables

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An eclectic collection of all things secondhand some dating back to 19th century.

Serenity Cottage

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Serenity Cottage is set on 60 acres in beautiful Thulimbah, just outside of Stanthorpe. The cottage accommodates up to 6 people, has a fireplace for those cooler Granite Belt nights, fully equipped kitchen, electric blankets on all beds, TV, BBQ, walking distance to the local cheese factory and only a short drive to the famous Sutton’s Apple Pie. Serenity Cottage is 2.5 hour drive from Brisbane.

Carr’s Lookout

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Carr’s Lookout is located on Spring Creek Road, approximately 8km north east of Queen Mary Falls. Stop a moment to take in the stunning view from Carr’s Lookout – there is an easily accessible carpark available near the lookout.  A sign board tells the history of a 1955 plane crash on Mt Superbus, the wreckage of which is still there. The Condamine River head waters are also visible, which runs on into the Murray-Darling river system.

Carr’s Lookout forms part of the Falls Drive, which also takes you past Queen Mary Falls, Brown’s Falls and Dagg’s Falls.

Mallow Organic Lamb

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Mallow Organic Lamb is produced near Stanthorpe in southern Queensland’s Granite Belt district. Mallow Lamb is certified organic and is also noted for it’s tenderness and flavour – awarded Finalist 3 times & Medalist in the Delicious Magazine Produce Awards.

Farming practices on Mallow follow biological farming principles where emphasis is on excellent soil health and nutrient value to maximize plant health. This is turn produces meat that is nutrient dense and good for our own health as consumers.

You can order Mallow Organic lamb direct from the farm or purchase from local stockists Brinx Deli High St or The Friday Farmers Markets in the Piazza. Many fine local restaurants in the Granite Belt feature Mallow Lamb on their menu: McGregor Terrace Food Project, Barrelroom & Larder, Ballandean, Queensland College of Wine Tourism Varias Restaurant, and Spicers Peak Lodge.

Abbey of the Roses

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As well as catering for functions, murder mysteries, weddings and private parties, the Abbey also caters for bus groups for morning tea, lunch or dinner and private dining for 2 – 10 guests in exclusive rooms. Check out the webpage or phone for more details.

Stanthorpe Villa

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Situated on five manicured acred gardens, Stanthorpe Villa gives you the sense of home away from home. A feel of Tuscany right here in sunny Queensland.

Our grand villa is spacious and able to cater for your family holidays, work retreats, reunions, winery tours or simply just a quiet escape.

This house has three large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and spacious lounge areas with reverse cycle air conditioning and wood fire place in the living areas and is located close to the main town of Stanthorpe.

Balancing Heart Wines

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Balancing Heart Wines is the Granite Belt’s newest Cellar Door – the excitement and love of wine is in exploring something new! Situated just beyond Ballandean and close to two other excellent Cellar Door experiences as well as the chocolate shop, it makes for a great half-day out. Plus, it is only minutes from Girraween National Park.

Be delighted by the wine; be inspired by the landscape, views and vineyard; and enjoy the Cellar Door experience from the owners, David & Lori Broadbent, and their brave story of love behind the label. Visitors are most-welcome to stroll through the vineyard to Balancing Rock – the label takes its name from this amazing natural granite structure which sits among the premium Shiraz vines. The rock assumes the role of the vineyard’s guardian – the ever-watchful protector.

The vineyard has been operating for more than 20 years, producing a range of individual, estate-grown, vegan wines, including a beautiful Campfire series, a Rock Shiraz, Pinot Gris, Verdelho, a lovely Sparkling and a very special Reserve Sagrantino.

Top of the Town Tourist Park

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Top of the Town has a national park atmosphere and fantastic amenities to make your stay both adventurous and comfortable. The park is set in twenty acres of bush just fifteen minutes’ walk or two minutes’ drive from downtown Stanthorpe.

Jamworks Gourmet Foods Cafe & Larder

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Jamworks Gourmet Foods is a cafe & larder where you can try a selection of our 100 plus preserves made in small batches on site at the tasting bar.

Why not enjoy a meal featuring a Jamworks product or sit and relax with a glass of local wine and a freshly prepared platter.

Grovely House Bed & Breakfast

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Grovely House Bed & Breakfast is centrally located in Stanthorpe, close to fabulous food and wine destinations across the Granite Belt.

We offer warm traditional hospitality, sumptuous homemade breakfast and all the comforts of our elegant sandstone home and hope from the moment you arrive, you feel at ease, ready to immerse yourself in all the fabulous offerings the Granite Belt has to offer.

Grovely House is the perfect choice in accommodation with style. We specialise in making your stay an occasion to remember,  whether it is a 10th wedding anniversary,  proposal of marriage or just the need to get away for the weekend.

With four beautifully appointed ensuite guest rooms, an extensive library and inviting guest lounge with double sided fireplace for those chilly Stanthorpe nights. Grovely House offers you the best of all possible worlds in a magical garden setting. The truly beautiful gardens are yours to enjoy. Sit on the deck and enjoy the gorgeous views of the Severn Ranges to the south, the playful grey kangaroos or afternoon tea in the cottage garden

Twisted Gum Vineyard Cottage

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Twisted Gum Vineyard Cottage is the perfect place to spend the weekend when you are visiting the Granite Belt. This friendly 1920’s farm cottage is located in the centre of our vineyard. It has a beautiful outlook, a toasty wood fire, three generous bedrooms and much more.

The cottage was fully renovated in 2010. We have a new kitchen, two new bathrooms, new paint and new floor coverings throughout. Enjoy a complimentary bottle of our premium quality, award-winning Twisted Gum wine on arrival.

Twisted Gum Vineyard Cottage features:

  • an impressive lounge room with a toasty wood fire and French doors looking out over the bush and the vineyard
  • three generous bedrooms
  • two newly renovated bathrooms
  • a fully appointed kitchen plus dining area
  • a setting unmatched in the Granite Belt

The cottage can comfortably accommodate six persons.

  • Bedroom 1 has a queen size bed and features French doors which open onto the sunny enclosed veranda.
  • Bedroom 2 has a queen size bed and has its own ensuite bathroom.
  • Bedroom 3 has two single beds.
  • All beds have high quality mattresses with plenty of warm blankets and all linen supplied.

Bush Rock Gallery

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The Bush Rock Gallery is a local art gallery showing original paintings done by resident artist Graeme Schreiber.

The gallery is set in a native plant garden and is surrounded by native bush. Paintings are mainly landscapes and wildlife subjects and are done in realistic and semi abstract styles. Giclee reproductions of many of the original paintings are also available.

Carriage Stop Cottages

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Carriage Stop Cottages features four house-size self contained accommodation sites, located on 24 hectares in close proximity to Stanthorpe, Tenterfield and the stunning Girraween National Park.

Fireplaces allow for a cosy winter stay in the region, with many wineries close to the accommodation. An outdoor BBQ is also available for us.

Ravens Croft Wines

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Ravens Croft Wines is set high in the hills, at an altitude of 950m above sea level, 12 kilometres west of Stanthorpe, in Queensland’s premier wine growing region, the Granite Belt.

The cellar door is a charming Western Red Cedar cottage surrounded by vines, with views across the valley. It opened in July 2004. Tastefully decorated, this modern intimate cellar- door has the charisma of a wine bar. The vines were planted around the cellardoor area to allow you a tasting experience surrounded by and relaxing in the vineyard.

There are also beautiful views over the valley towards Bald Rock. The wines are all handmade and bottled on-site in a modern winery. We use minimal handling and minimal sulphur. Our wines are all vegan friendly.

Wallangarra Railway Café

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The Wallangarra Railway Café is currently closed with plans to reopen in late 2025. Visitors to the area can however, still stroll along the platform of the heritage listed Wallangarra Railway Station, including the unique opportunity to take a photo with a foot in two states or a selfie at the big train sign in the park opposite the station.

Stanthorpe Cheese

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Stanthorpe Cheese is the region’s original cheese factory. We are situated 10 minutes on the north side of Stanthorpe. We are a complete farmhouse factory, processing all the milk from our small herd of purebred Jersey cows and selling it in our lovely little on- farm shop and on- line. The shop sells a huge range of other Granite Belt produce including jams, chutneys, relishes, olives, juices, wines, vinegars, chilli, sauces, cold meats, honey, fresh bread and crackers and unique hand made gifts.

We have everything great in the district all under one roof. While you’re here you can enjoy a delicious shared Ploughman’s lunch with your friends or for something lighter, a cheese platter and our homemade cheesecake and coffee. We do the best fresh, Jersey milkshakes.

Granite Belt Farmers Markets

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The weekly Granite Belt Farmers Market showcases the unique culture and authentic regional food and wine experiences of the Granite Belt. Bring a basket and stock up on some of the freshest local produce, with the offerings changing through the seasons. The Markets are held every Friday, 7:30am – 1:00pm at the Railway Precinct, 31 Davadi Street, Stanthorpe

 

 

The Vines Motel & Cottages

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The Vines Motel & Cottages is a family run Motel in the heart of Stanthorpe. The Two Storey building is surrounded by beautiful gardens & verandahs for every room. We also have 2 fully self contained Cottages on site for those looking for some extra space.

Anna’s Award Winning Italian Restaurant is only 100m away. Breakfast is served in the lovely Dining Room at the Vines with seating for up to 45 guests. All rooms have split system air-conditioning, ensuite, Austar, fridge, kettle and tea and coffee.

Phone Direct for Best Rates! Tour & Packages available via Direct Bookings.

High Street Motor Inn

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At High Street Motor Inn you’ll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Stanthorpe Heritage Museum and within 20 minutes of Wineries, Breweries and other attractions. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self parking, and a bar/lounge.

All rooms feature LCD TVs with digital channels, and you can enjoy free WiFi, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans. Refrigerators and room service make in-room dining convenient.

Fergies Hill Cottage @ Granite Ridge Wines

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Peace and tranquillity awaits you at Fergies Hill Cottage, which sits above the vineyard at Granite Ridge Wines, Ballandean. Sweeping views and fabulous sunsets are yours as you sit on the deck sipping a glass of wine. The cottage has two Queen bedrooms and two bathrooms (one with spa), wood burning stove and full cooking facilities.

Your continental breakfast basket includes homemade bread and jams, fruit, Yogurt, cereals etc.

Close to Girraween and Sundown National Parks, with restaurants nearby, it is a great place to stay to explore everything the Granite Belt has to offer.

Banjo’s Retreat

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Banjo’s Retreat is nestled in the heart of secluded bushland in Stanthorpe and is superbly suited for large groups and families up to 10 people with everything you would need for a weekend retreat.

The superb deck area, complete with double-sided fireplace, gas barbecue and huge timber table, is the perfect spot to enjoy all the elements of the great outdoors. Breathe in the crisp country air while taking in magical views of the bush.

When night falls, friends and family can snuggle beside a roaring camp fire. What better way to unwind and relax listening to music and savouring locally grown wines? This is the great outdoors at its very best.

The house itself is both spacious and cosy, with pine floors and double barn doors, contemporary décor and comfortable, modern furnishings. With upstairs and downstairs living, it is suitable for couples or large groups as it allows plenty of room for everyone to enjoy their own personal space.

What are you waiting for? Come join us at Banjo’s!

Allora & District Historical Society Museums

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The Allora & District Historical Society operate two museums in Allora, the Old Allora Shire Hall and the School of Arts, both which have a collection of memorabilia depicting the early history of Allora district from when the shepherds and teamsters camped at The Crossing on Dalrymple Creek from 1844.

The Old Allora Shire Hall is located on 53 Warwick St, Allora, and was built in 1907 and officially opened in 1908. It replaced a single story building in Forde Street. In 1915 it became the Allora Shire Hall. In 1960 new offices were built in Herbert St and the old building was used for functions and a meeting place for different organisations.

The School of Arts is located on 27 Drayton St, Allora, and was originally Allora’s first Court House built in 1866 in Raff Street. When the new Court House was built in 1884, the old building was purchased by the School of Arts and moved to its present site. A replica of the Talgai skull found in 1886 west of Allora can be viewed. This museum building has an extensive collection of everyday articles commonly used by the early residents of the district.

Admission is $5.00

Both museum sites open by appointment. Please phone Wendy Audrey on 0488 673 778.

Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre

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The Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre (ARHC) is solely dedicated to the spirit of rodeo and the cowboy. A place to follow the history and relive the glory of the Australian Professional Rodeo Association’s greatest champions and rodeo history. The only one of its type in Australia, the ARHC exhibits interactive and static displays, live rodeo demonstrations, a theatrette, bar, function and board room, museum store and is home to the head office of the Australian Professional Rodeo Association (APRA).

ADMISSION:
Single $10.00
Couple $15.00
Aged Pensioner $7.50 single / $10.00 couple
Group bookings by prior arrangement – $7.50 per person
Children 12 and under free

Killarney Heritage Centre

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The Killarney Heritage Centre is located on one of the main streets of Killarney. The Heritage Centre specialises in researching local family history and has a grand collection of local historical photos, articles and small artefacts. The society hosts tours around the heritage centre.

The Centre is open 10am to 2pm Saturday and Sunday only. Outside of those hours we can open on request via email at killarneyheritagecentre@gmail.com.

Entry fee is $5 per adult.

Bald Rock National Park, NSW

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A popular attraction for Granite Belt visitors, this National Park is located just on the NSW side of the border. Granite gardens scatter across picturesque walks, leading to awe-inspiring lookouts over boundless countryside.

Whether you’re planning a day trip from Stanthorpe, or a short vacation from Brisbane, it’s well worth visiting Bald Rock National Park.

From Bald Rock picnic area, follow the Border Link trail to the base of Bald Rock, where you’ll pass through eucalyptus, mountain gum and New England blackbutt. The trail leads to the NSW-Queensland border, and there are tremendous views of Girraween National Park, Queensland, along the way.

Bald Rock picnic area has gas barbecues and picnic tables where you can while away the hours. And as it’s the only established picnic area in Bald Rock National Park, with plenty of shaded spots to escape the heat, it’s a popular place to visit in summer.

Contact Information

Stanthorpe Information 07 4681 2057
Warwick Information 07 4661 3122
Email us: visitor@sdrc.qld.gov.au