scenic rim & ipswich

Spectacular beginnings

The regions surrounding Brisbane to the west, known today as the Scenic Rim and Country Valleys, were forged millions of years ago in the fires of spectacular volcanic activity. The explosive violence in the eons that have since past has given the region, running about 300km from Lamington National Park in the south to Toogoolawah in the north the ever present ‘rim’ of mountains and rocky outcroppings for which it is named...
Lost on a mountain and loving it

Sitting on the deck of a private mountain villa at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat, two hours’ drive from Brisbane, yet a world away.
High street on the rise in Ipswich

Staff at Cactus Espresso Bar on Brisbane Street, Ipswich look effortlessly cool, with jeans, t-shirts and tattoos seeming to equate to a uniform...

scenic rim & ipswich highlights

Spicers Hidden Vale Luxury retreat on historic 10,000 acre cattle station.	Mt Barney Lodge Country Retreat Picture perfect valley, rural charm, feeling of remoteness.	Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights Unique city and country balloon flight over the Scenic Rim.
Lillydale Host Farm Experience 4.5 star accommodation on working cattle property.	Tamborine Mountain Tours A fun way to explore the National parks and attractions.	Tuckeroo Cottages & Gardens The peace, the timeless strength of the mountains makes it a perfect place to refresh, renew and put the journey of life into perspective.

Kooroomba Vineyard and Lavender Farm

Cellar door, restaurant and lavender shop in picturesque setting.
The Vineyard Grill
Barney Creek Vineyard Cottages

Offering guests secluded accommodation in a world heritage region for over 11 years.
Canungra Valley Vineyards

Celebrate the simple pleasures of life at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards, a premium boutique cellar door and vineyard located in the Gold Coast Hinterland.
Cork 'n Fork Winery Tours

Tamborine Mountain's premier wine tour experience.

Binna Burra Mountain Lodge

Nestled high in World Heritage-listed rainforest.
Lillydale Host Farm

Experience 4.5 star accommodation on working cattle property.
Spicers Peak Lodge

A luxurious & secluded mountain getaway, located close to Cunningham's Gap in the Scenic Rim.
Oaks Aspire Apartments

Luxury Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with views.
Zengarra Country House & Pavilions

Luxury at a down to earth price. A retreat breathtakingly set on 75 tranquil Scenic Rim acres on the slopes of Mount Greville on Lake Moogerah, near Boonah.