The Vines Motel & Cottages

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.

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High Street Motor Inn

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

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

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!

Bald Rock National Park, NSW

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.

When to Visit the Southern Downs

With four distinct seasons celebrated across the year, there’s never a bad time to visit the Southern Downs! Each season comes with its own charms, events and unique landscapes.