New places to stay, play and sip in the Scenic Rim
The Tamborine Boutique Hotel – opened December 12!!
A stunningly stylish reimagining of a 1980s Hacienda-style motel, there’s breathtaking views from each of the 23 rooms and all boast luxe king beds. Guests can unwind poolside with its heated mineral pool and spa whilst ordering from a considered drinks and bar snacks menu, as well as enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and Peacock O’clock (hosted aperitifs) in the lounge and bar area. ‘The Tamborine’ is from the team behind the acclaimed Cassis Red Hill in Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. The Tamborine | Boutique Accommodation Tamborine Mountain
The Stables Canungra
A stunning luxury country escape on a picturesque landscape, and less than one kilometre from fantastic vineyard estates, every room opens out onto the expansive verandah and there’s multiple entertainment zones both inside and out. It’s the perfect romantic retreat (as seen on MAFS 2024!) for those looking to immerse themselves in the country lifestyle away from it all. More
Moogie GLAMP and the Hot Tub Under The Stars – at The Moogie Collective, Lake Moogerah
Announcing Moogie Glamp and the Wood-Fired Cedar Hot Tub under the stars!! This is a bespoke luxurious off-grid couples retreat; hand your phone in and go completely offline, or turn it to airplane mode and just soak up the sounds and aromas of the Australian bush. Enjoy the firepit campfire, baked brie, local Moogerah honey, and freshly grown rosemary. Moogie Glamp joins the Moogie Collective at stunning Lake Moogerah –Moogie Pod, a tiny pod for two with all the modcons, plus its own outdoor area and firepit and views, and Moogie House for six people (dogs are welcome at Moogie House!). Moogie House, Glamp and Pod
Tamborine Mountain’s newest brewery is open! Boxer Brewing Co., is based at the stunning Witches Falls Winery and features The Kennel’ Tap Room and Sports Bar and the Brewery Door. It’s home to the Cerveza, IPA, Lazy Ale and a Pale Ale and is open from 10am daily. Why not visit both Boxer Brewing and Witches Falls Winery and make it a Sip Trip to remember. Boxer Brewing Co. | Tamborine Mountain Brewery, Sports Bar & Tap Room
Loborn Distillery at North Stores
Modern amaro creator (think Aperol, with centuries-old Italian heritage), Loborn’s founder, Tom Drewett, had a thought: what if he could reinvent the famous bitter aperitif using local Australian botanicals? Loborn literally means Locally Born, and Tom has successfully achieved his aim, with the result being a distinctly modern amaro that pays homage to the rich history and craftmanship of Italy, but has a distinctly local Tamborine Mountain flavour. Tastings and bar. Home | LOBORN
Saint Marthe Brasserie
From the owners of El Burro on the mountain (home to fabulous Margaritas FYI!), comes the Saint Marthe Brasserie. A place to wine, dine, snack and gather. The menu features French-inspired small, medium and main plates. Chef is Marcus McKay. https://www.saintmarthe.com.au/
Heritage Poultry – Sunday Farm Days
This year Heritage Poultry launched Sunday Farm Days at Harrisville. Held on the last Sunday of every month, there’s an animal farm nursery, chicks, ducklings, silkies, coffee, food and drink, and Scenic Rim Produce. Kids can feed the goats, sheep, chickens, ducks and more, and all less than an hour from Brisbane. Make it a full day and visit Boonah and Kalbar as well. Heritage Farm Harrisville - Heritage Poultry and Produce
Yarriba Dreaming at Mount Barney Lodge
Launched this year, and the only cultural immersion program in Southern Queensland, YARRIBA DREAMING, is a collaboration between Savannah Guides and Mt Barney Lodge. The experience sees participants immersed in the ancient landscapes of the Scenic Rim - walking, sharing stories, learning traditional Indigenous ways of living, and considering their own place in nature, hosted by Gurruhmun ‘Old Man Kangaroo’, a Ugarapul and Bidjara man with ancient local heritage, and the acclaimed Mt Barney Lodge guides. Experience - Mt Barney Lodge
