ACCOMMODATION LYRA QLD

Experience the Granite Belt from a secluded chalet at the Girraween Environmental Lodge. Set on 400 acres, abundant with native wildlife, surrounded by National Park. Close to wineries and Ballandean restaurants. Come get lost with them and take full advantage of the spectacular bush and unique rock formations. Only three hours drive from Brisbane, Girraween Lodge is the ideal retreat from.... everything. Nestled amongst native Australian bush, relax and unwind in your private, self-contained, chalet. Complete with landline, wood heater, king bed, spa bath and private deck. ?Perfect for that romantic getaway or want the kids off the computers and phones, unplug them for an internet free fantastic family holiday the way it used to be. GEL offers the uniqueness and tranquillity of the great Australian bush getaway without compromising on style or comfort....

Twinstar Guesthouse and Observatory is a unique motel-style B&B with an in-house astronomical observatory. Guests are offered a free undercover parking and a one-hour free Wi-Fi internet access. A complimentary guided "Night Sky Tour" is conducted from a private 4.5 metre fibre-glass observatory every night from 20:30 (weather permitting). The tour introduces visitors to star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, planets and the moon under dark rural skies with a large 46cm reflecting telescope. The tour takes only up to six people, allowing a plenty of viewing time for each person. The Guesthouse has three guest rooms with its own entrance off the veranda. Each room has a reverse cycle air-conditioner, toilet and shower, microwave, toaster, television, DVD, fridge and a queen bed. Continental breakfast is included in the tariff and placed in each room on the day before. The optional dinner is available with 24-hour advance booking required. Located on the New England Highway in Ballandean, 15 minutes drive from Stanthorpe and 40 minutes from Tenterfield, Twinstar Guesthouse and Observatory is an ideal base for visits to Girraween and Bald Rock National Parks. A number of wineries and orchards are found within short distances....

Indulge in the Seven sins of Severn-dipity. Discovery, Tranquillity, Rejuvenation, Relaxation, Freedom, Serenity, Peace. Severn-dipity cabin is a luxury two bedroom cabin nestled on the banks of the Severn River in an Aussie bush setting offering privacy and seclusion ideal for a romantic getaway for a couple and comfortable enough for two couples with two bathrooms. Enjoy winter by the fire or summer by the river. Be as active as you like, a glass of wine on the deck or scale the pyramid at Girraween National Park. Terata house opened 2013 offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Great for a group looking for space. Views from four outdoor areas are 360 degrees overlooking farmland and grazing cows. There is a fully equipped kitchen and fireplace....

The Girraween Country Inn Ballandean is best described as a small friendly boutique country hotel with licensed bar, dining room and en-suited king rooms for accommodation. Set in 37 acres of natural bushland and large granite boulders a unique feature of the Granite Belt, Queensland, near Stanthorpe. The inn is close to the various National Parks: Girraween, Boonoo Boonoo and Bald Rock making the Inn a must destination for bushwalkers. Also close by are the many vineyards and wineries of the Granite Belt district. Also on the property is a self standing, self catering Lofthaus/Chalet. A spacious, robust and comfortable accommodation complex for families and small groups (sleeps up to eight people).

Imagine relaxing in a country cottage nestled just outside the Granite Belt village of Ballandean in the beautiful Sundown Valley! All the comforts to make your stay as memorable as possible await you at Accommodation Creek Cottages. Cuddle by the log fire in winter while sipping on a glass of Granite Belt wine. Relax on the verandah on cool summer evenings, enjoy sounds of the bush and the clearest nights for star gazing. See you soon at Accommodation Creek Cottages.

Vineyard Cottages offers delightful boutique accommodation. Seven beautiful cottages nestle in established formal gardens that change seasonally yet maintain their beauty and perfumes all year and host a variety of birdlife. Situated in the small village of Ballandean just south of Stanthorpe. Views across the Ballandean valley to the Roberts Ranges they are perfectly positioned for visiting the Granite Belts premier wineries, of which there are now more than 50 and for enjoying Girraween and Sundown National Parks. Relax in comfort in cosy, private cottages with a choice of room and facility options that are serviced daily. Quality beds, complimentary Lanovera toiletries, in-house dvd's, games, books and wi-fi. The guest lounge has an open fire, comfortable chairs and bar. Vineyard Cottages is one of the few Stanthorpe accommodation retreats to boast its own licensed restaurant. A Granite Belt institution it is housed in the old Presbyterian church building dating from 1906 and still featuring the original coloured glass windows. Enjoy the taste of freshly harvested, local produce prepared by their resident chef for their seasonal menus. The Vineyard Cafe / Restaurant features produce and wines of the Stanthorpe / Granite Belt and other regions of Australia....

Applegrove Farm provides fully self contained accommodation in either the historic Schoolhouse (circa 1914) which sleeps a couple, or the Farmhouse which sleeps up to six people. All linen and cooking utensils are provided along with television, DVD, complimentary tea and coffee, goose down doonas, combustion fireplace and undercover parking. The farm has approximately 50 metres of frontage to the Severn River on the southern boundary and is in close proximity to many Granite Belt wineries and other attractions. The Schoolhouse and Farmhouse are separated by a rocky granite outcrop and are approximately 60 metres apart. Applegrove is located 15 minutes from Stanthorpe, just off the New England Highway.

Twinstar Guesthouse and Observatory provides unique Bed and Breakfast accommodation with an in-house astronomical observatory; a great place for nature-based activities such as bushwalking and stargazing. The Guesthouse has three en-suite rooms with air-con, digital television, queen-size bed, Wifi and a free undercover carport. The affordable room rates remain the same throughout the year and include continental breakfast and a night sky tour. Dinner is also available on request and delivered to rooms (booking essential). The guided tour of the night sky introduces guests to the beauty of the heavens by using a large telescope (46 centimetre reflector). The tour is conducted in a personal and friendly atmosphere, as no more than six guests are allowed in the observatory. This complimentary activity for guests lasts about one hour. The Guesthouse is ideally located for visits to national parks (Girraween, Bald Rock, Boono Boono and Sundown National Parks), bird watching and wildflower viewing. It is 20 kilometres south of Stanthorpe and 40 kilometres north of Tenterfield in Ballandean on New England Highway. A number of wineries are also found within a short distance from the property.

Sippers at Ballandean is your perfect escape. Our beautiful guesthouse is centrally located yet private and tranquil. Just a short drive from the heart of Stanthorpe in the Granite Belt Wine Country, our Ballandean 4 star accommodation provides the reassuring comforts of home, as well as a jumping-off point for wine and touring activities.

If you enjoy the finer things details of staying away from home then our boutique 4-bedroom guest house accommodation is perfect for you. Ideal for groups of friends, couples and families our luxury 4-star accommodation in Ballandean is fully equipped with all the facilities you need for a relaxing trip.

Downstairs you'll find four themed bedrooms each with a large ensuite and an individual air-conditioning system for those balmy nights. Every room comes with all the facilities you need for a comfortable stay. In addition, each bedroom has French doors which lead out onto a sweeping verandah with views over St Jude's vineyard. Open a beautiful bottle of wine with friends, cook up a BBQ or play a few hands of poker at the games table. With a spacious kitchen, laundry, fireplace, television area and a native garden you will not be disappointed when you choose to stay at Sipper's luxury accommodation in Ballandean.

With our unique setting amid the vineyards our accommodation near Stanthorpe & Granite Belt, QLD gives visitors easy access to the sites which make the Stanthorpe area a superior tourist getaway. Bask in the beautiful Australian countryside, embark on an unforgettable wine tour, check out the olive and fruit orchards, visit the local art galleries and dine in style at some of the spectacular restaurants. There's something for everyone when you stay at Sippers at Ballandean - luxury 4-star accommodation in Stanthorpe, Queensland.

Sippers at Ballandean is the ultimate getaway. Renowned for its charming setting and award-winning wineries why not make your next country retreat with us. Picturesque at any time of year, Stanthorpe luxury accommodation in the Granite Belt is a truly stunning venue.

They have two Yurts, Zuny and Namar Yurts. The Yurts have eight sides and are based on the Mongolian Design. Zuny is the Mongolian word for Summer, Namar is the Mongolian word for Autumn. They are in Ballandean which is a two to three hour drive south from Brisbane. They both sleep up to four people. Zuny Yurt has a King split size beds they can be changed to four single beds if required. Namer Yurt has one double bed and a sofa bed in the lounge room. They are fully self contained with a kitchenette, separate bedroom, log fire, air-conditioning, flat screen television in the lounge room and bedroom. All linen, towels and firewood is supplied. They are close to about 15 local award winning wineries of which four are James Haliday five star wineries. All wine tours will pick up from the Yurts. Giraween National Park is a 10 minute drive away, Sundown National Park is a four wheel drive only park, Storm King Dam is for fishing and boating. Ballandean is a 10 minute drive from Stanthorpe. The other property on the same block is James Farmhouse and Rose Cottage....

A few days at award winning Windswept Farmstay, and all your worries could be carried away by fresh country air, brisk mornings, ideal for a walk on their bush tracks, or to check out the local wildlife, or maybe just nestle up in front of their wood fires with a good book, a wine from one of the many local wineries, or cook that special meal using the bountiful local in season produce that Ballandean on the Granite Belt is renowned for. The Cottage accommodates up to four couples or eight guests comfortably and features three bathrooms, one with a double spa and children under five stay free. Feed the farm animals that eagerly wait to be hand feed or visit the many National Parks that are close to Windswept. The choice is yours - just relax in the comfortable Cottage surroundings and do nothing, or explore the many features of the Granite Belt.

Golden Grove Estate is a family owned and operated vineyard and winery. The grapes are 100 per cent Estate grown and produced and they specialise in alternative varieties, which are marketed under the Strangebird promotion. Golden Grove Estate is home of the Costanzo family whose rich Italian Heritage is reflected in sumptuous, rich wines and a friendly approach to helping choose the perfect wine for you. For fine dining, unwinding with friends or for those moments of solitude - Golden Grove Estate Wines provide good taste in all occasions. Golden Grove Estate Wines are amongst Queensland, Australia's finest, and they invite you to visit the Ballandean vineyard and winery....

Symphony Hill Wines is a family-owned boutique winery located in the cool climate Ballandean highlands of Queensland's Granite Belt. They have been rated 5 stars by James Halliday for the last three years. And 58 different wines have been rated 4.5 stars or more for last eight years. In his latest 2015 Wine Companion, James Halliday has rated six of their wines 5 stars with their flagship Reserve Shiraz scoring an amazing 96 points. This score is just one point behind Penfolds Grange. Their flagship red is their 5 star Reserve Shiraz which has won top gold medals at both Sydney and Melbourne Royal Wine Shows, and has been nominated for two trophies at 2011 Royal Melbourne for Best Single Vineyard Wine and Best Shiraz trophies. The Jimmy Watson winner beat them for the Best Rhone Style Shiraz trophy with the narrowest of margins. The wine was selected to be served to the Royal couple when they visited Brisbane in early 2014. Their flagship white is their 5 star Gewurztraminer which has been awarded Best Single White Variety Trophies at 2014 Royal Queensland and Melbourne Wine Shows....

The Underground Creek track in Girraween National Park begins at a car park four kilometres east of the visitor information centre. Branch off the Dr Roberts Waterhole track and pass through swamp communities, woodland and shrubland to where Bald Rock Creek disappears beneath boulders that fell from an overhanging cliff face. Water-sculpted granite rocks, hidden rock pools, wildflowers and varied birdlife are a feature of this track....

Stanthorpe Rocks celebrates the best of Australian music, food and wine. There will be an International Food Village with bars serving local wine plus beer, spirits, frozen cocktails, soft drink and water. The Massage Temple, a relaxing spot where you can enjoy a massage. Check out the local acoustic acts in the Beer Garden. Rock out with Aussie Rock legends in the vineyard. Go for a joy flight over Ballandean with Oceanview Helicopters. The Stanthorpe Rocks weekend kicks off on Friday night with the campers pre-party with meals, drinks and local entertainment from 6pm til 10pm. Saturday is the main day of the festival weekend, starting with the food village opening from 7am for breakfast, then The Koffin Rockers kick off the show at 11.30am followed by Stylus, Spy VS Spy, Adam Brand, The Black Sorrows and Hoodoo Gurus and more! Sunday's 'recovery' day starts with breakfast from 7am, the concert starts with Last Days hitting the stage at 11am followed by The Badloves, then Peter Cupples. Finish the day with Sleeping Dogs! Tickets and camping available now from the website, don't miss out!...

The Granite Arch circuit is a short, easy walk to one of Girraween National Park's most popular features. From the Bald Rock Creek day-use area, cross Bald Rock Creek and wind through blackbutt and stringybark forest to Girraween's very own natural stone archway. For a longer walk, combine with a walk to The Pyramid or The Junction. ...

Castle Rock and Bald Rock Creek camping areas are in a pleasant open forest setting close to the QPWS information centre and walking tracks. Both cater for tent camping and camper trailers. Castle Rock camping area is more suitable for caravans and motorhomes. Bush-camping in remote sections of Girraween National Park is also permitted (restrictions apply). As sites are not identified by signs or markers, campers need good navigation skills and to practice minimal impact behaviour when using these areas. Camping permits are required and fees apply. A tag with your booking number must be displayed at your camp site. ...

Ballandean is renowned for its picturesque setting and is home to the Granite Belt's largest number of award winning wine makers. It is in this area, just to the south of Stanthorpe, that Queensland's first commercially grown table grapes were harvested. Grapes have been grown here since the 1870s, thanks predominantly to the arrival of Italian settlers. The first legally planted wine grapes are said to have been grown by the Puglisi family of Ballandean. The family vineyard, Ballandean Estate, is the venue for "Opera in the Vineyard", each May. Don't miss Ballandean's little bit of Egypt - make sure you drive past the famous hand-made pyramid. The amazing Girraween National Park and rugged Sundown National Park are also only a short drive away....

Stroll beside the peaceful waters of Bald Rock Creek for magnificent views of The Pyramid and spring wildlifower displays. Glimpse wrens, thornbills and bowerbirds, or in the warmer part of the day even a short-necked Bell's turtle. Wyberba walk starts and ends at opposite ends of the the Bald Rock Creek day-use area....

The Junction track is an easy walk downstream from the Bald Rock Creek day-use area along the northern bank of Bald Rock Creek to its junction with Ramsay Creek. In dry seasons, these creeks may not run. Enjoy colourful track-side wildflowers in spring - this track is a must for wildflower lovers. Flowering shrubs fringing the creek provide nectar for honeyeaters and parrots. Take the time to look in rock pools and to watch superb wrens, red-browed firetails and thornbills moving through creek bank thickets seeking insects. This track can also be accessed from the Bald Rock Creek camping area. Return distance: 3.7 kilometres return. Time: 1.5-2 hours....