15 best and quirkiest farmstays of the South Burnett
Boasting fresh air, native animals, cosy cabins and nearby wineries, the South Burnett is the perfect place for your Easter country getaway. Here are the quirkiest farmstays the region has to offer.
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Boasting fresh air, bright night skies, adventures and animals, the South Burnett is bursting with quirky and cute farm stays perfect for an Easter break.
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Anyone looking for a change of pace and some country air, a winery trip, bush walk and the sounds of native animals will find the perfect getaway in the Burnett.
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From Nanango to Moffatdale, Kingaroy to Booie, here are the quirkiest farm stays the South Burnett has to offer:
Booie Farmstay - Booie
4 guests, 1 bedroom, 2 beds, 1 bath
This beautiful and romantic getaway in Booie can sleep up to four guests.
There is plenty of open countryside and rolling hills to explore, as well as camels and cows wandering the nearby paddocks.
Stargazing can be enjoyed from the deck while guests sit by the fireplace.
The house is a ten minute drive from Nanango, with cafe’s, wineries and adventurous bush walks nearby.
The cabins are joined together and were built with 90 per cent recycled materials.
The Lara Bed and Breakfast - Kingaroy
4 guests, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
This large acreage home is the perfect country getaway for family fun, adventure and relaxation.
The property is set on a high hill, surrounded by country views with a modern twist.
Local wineries, bike riding trails and Maidenwell Falls are only around the corner.
Majuba Hill Country Retreat - Kingaroy
2 guests, 1 bedroom, 1 bed, 1 bath
Enjoy the quietness of country living in this one bedroom self contained unit only 10 minutes from Kingaroy.
The property has native birds in abundance with wallabies jumping around the estate.
Majuba Hill Barn - Kingaroy
6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 3 beds, 1 bath
Majuba Hill Barn is a two storey country home with garden views, native birds and walking trails.
There is a downstairs kitchen with a bathroom, dining and sitting room.
The three bedrooms are upstairs beside a spacious lounge area.
Country Get Away Stay - Nanango
2 guests, 1 bedroom, 3 beds, 1 bath
Only 1km from the Nanango Showgrounds, this country getaway is perfect for equestrian, market and music lovers.
The cottage has an original hotplate stove and a BBQ grill and a veranda which backs onto a farm.
This rural slice of paradise is surrounded by kangaroos, native birds and horses.
There is a large private pool that can be used.
Wicklow Cottage - Wooroolin
5 guests, 3 bedrooms, 4 beds, 1 bathroom
Wicklow Cottage is a renovated country cottage situated on a working farm approximately a 12 minute drive from Kingaroy.
This cottage is in a tranquil town, close to the rail trail.
Taabinga Station Farmstay
6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 4 beds, 2 bathrooms
The cottage was built in 1909 for the stations' workers and families and has recently been renovated with a wide wisteria shaded verandas, a covered deck for watching the beautiful South Burnett sunsets or the sweet natures Murray Grey cattle and a vine covered pergola with pizza oven, wood BBQ and a big outdoor table.
The cottage has bikes, a trampoline, toys, books and games for everyone.
The Bunya Mountains are a short drive away, as well as the Moffatdale wine district.
Bunya Views Resort - Nanango
3 guests, 1 bedroom, 2 beds, 1 bath
Situated high on a hill with beautiful views across the valley to the Bunya Mountains and only five minutes from Nanango, this peaceful house overlooks breathtaking sunsets.
The property has acres of gardens and wildlife for all guests to explore.
Aserenity The Burn Stag Lodge - East Nanango
6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 4 beds, 2.5 bathrooms
Situated on a working cattle grazing property in the Nanango hinterland - The Burn Stag Lodge embraces one of the lesser known residences of Nanango bush land - The Red Deer.
The lodge has been renovated to fit the theme of a modern hunting lodge.
The two outdoor patio decks are surrounded by hills, with a warm indoor area available for guests.
Moffatdale Cottage - Moffatdale
9 guests, 4 bedrooms, 5 beds, 2.5 bathrooms
This cottage lies in the heart of the Barambah Valley, surrounded by vineyards and small farms.
Guests are encouraged to visit the local wineries, relax at the Bjelke-Petersen Dam or bring a bike to enjoy the Murgon-Kingaroy rail trail.
The cottage is spacious with a large kitchen, dining area and living room.
Tuctaway- Bunya Mountains
2 guests, 1 bedroom, 2 beds, 1 bathroom
Tucked away under the towering Bunya Pines in private rainforest, this property was one of the first holiday homes ever built in the Bunya Mountains.
Having been completely renovated, the owners have kept the original character of the building.
The property is surrounded by native birds and other wildlife and is only five minutes from the Bunya Mountains Tavern.
The central fireplace keeps guests cosy in the cold months.
Runnymede Farmstay - Runnymede
6 guests, 3 bedrooms, 5 beds, 1 bath
This property has an iconic fire pit for all guests to enjoy, perfect for toasting marshmallows.
This ultra modern cabin comes complete with all kitchen supplies, five beds and a patio perfect for stargazing.
The Bungalow Cabin - Bunya Mountains
4 guests, 1 bedroom, 3 beds, 1 bathroom
This cabin is modern and private with a large lounge area and a fireplace.
There is a panoramic deck surrounding the bedrooms and all pets are welcome.
The cabin is located high in the Bunya Ranges among 10 hectares of private mountain forest.
The Bungalow has a queen-size bed in a private bedroom with ensuite.
There are two long sofas and two fold out single beds.
Hilltop Cottage - Barambah
8 guests, 4 bedrooms, 7 beds, 2 bathrooms
Located at the Barambah Station, a heritage-listed farmstead established in 1843, the Hilltop Cottage was originally built for a manager to oversee the cattle operation.
Overlooking the Barambah creek, guests will be surrounded by native trees and birdsong.
The property accommodates eight guests and is minutes from South Burnett’s many wineries, as well as cycling, fishing, and bushwalking opportunities.
Lusso Retreats - Moffatdale
2 guests, 1 bedroom, 1 bed, 1 bathroom
The Lusso villa looks onto the Dusty Hill‘s Vineyard, grape wines and Bjelke-Peterson dam.
The property sits on the same land as grape vines and has an unobstructed view of the dam and vineyard building.
This self contained private 1 bedroom retreat has inviting large double french doors which open to your own private outdoor terrace.
The terrace boasts an outdoor fireplace that doubles as a BBQ pizza oven.
The kitchen is equipped with burner hotplates and all the cutlery and crockery needed for a relaxing stay.
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