Three of the best places to stay in the bush
Kalbar Region, QLD
As Winter sets in, it's important to have something to look forward to. Something to make you forget about the cold, wet clothesline and household logistics.
We've picked three glorious bush stays for you to consider. Each one offers beautiful styling, a unique rural setting and access to local hidden gems. It's time to pick one, gather some friends and 'add to calendar'!
Sleeps 16, 8 bedrooms
Mount French Lodge
Kalbar, QLD
Mount French Lodge is the perfect place for a gathering or a celebration. With 8 luxury suites and plenty of room, it is exclusively yours and deliciously private.
What you can look forward to...
Frankly, you had us at wood fired pizza oven. Enjoy a hit on the lawn tennis court, cool off in the pool and mingle around the fire pit. Either book an all-inclusive stay where you won't need to bring a thing, or self-cater.
Kalbar and beyond...
A hike up Mt Edwards followed by a picnic lunch at Lake Moogerah. Kalbar also has a Sunflower Festival which sounds like a bit of fun (planned for 2nd May 2025).
Sleeps 4, 2 Bedrooms
The Nesting Post
Allora, QLD
Just a couple of hours from the hustle and bustle of Brissie is the community of Allora and this gorgeous 1929 country cottage, The Nesting Post.
What you can look forward to...
An authentic country cottage escape. Long soaks in either of the clawfoot baths. Quiet mornings in the garden with a hot cup of tea. Counting stars by the firepit.
A couple of Allora favourites...
Katies Cocktail Cafe - breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails and fresh flowers. Owned and operated by Katie Dennis, a young Allora woman who explored the world and decided Allora really was the best little town to grow a business and a family.
Rug up for a walk or bike ride on the paved path alongside the meandering Dalrymple Creek. (There are plenty of picnic spots to enjoy.
The Railway Hotel is a great country feel-good pub - the public bar is always welcoming. There's hearty country fare on the menu and the woodfire is stoked all Winter!
Sleeps 14, 4 bedrooms
The Barn
Scone, NSW
The only issue with a stay at The Barn is you will never want to leave. Perfect for a family gathering or a trip away with a bunch of friends. There is room for everyone in at The Barn!
What you can look forward to...
A luxury country home that is uniquely set on a horse stud, thirty minutes from Australia's horse capital of Scone. Hang out in the sun on the deck overlooking the valley then as the sun goes down head inside by the fire....or get the fire pit roaring outside for a night under the stars.
Scone and surrounds hidden highlights
A steak at the award-winning Graze restaurant at the Willow Tree Inn provides the perfect excuse for a country drive (45 mins away). Enjoy locally grown beef by an open fire at this family friendly restaurant.
SPECIAL OFFER if you book direct via The Barn...
Book via The Barn website and enjoy 25% off your booking total for any mid-week stay! Use code - MIDWEEK (*valid on three night stay minimum*)
Book via The Barn website for any weekend during Winter and receive the third night completely free! Use code - FREENIGHT (*valid on two night stay minimum*).
You'll find a link to their website here.