Gold Coast Hinterland, which lies in South East Queensland, is a region of lush green Gondwana rainforests and welcoming mountain villages. With a bunch of activities to do and places to visit, this area boasts an unmatched dose of nature, sufficient to rejuvenate you before you head back to your daily lives. It can be a perfect base for your adventures as you indulge in myriads things to do in Gold Coast and go backpacking around its vast lands. From nature trailing in the heritage Lamington National Park to heading to vineyards like Cedar Creek Estate for some wine tasting, all have a therapeutic feel to them. You would want to come here for a nice three-day to a week-long vacation. When you do so, make sure to book a comfortable cabin with easy access to everything in your itinerary. To make the choice easy for you, we’ve made a list of top accommodations. Scroll down to read about the top Stayz accommodations in the Gold Coast Hinterland, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 22, 2024.
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1. Cybele Bush Haven (from USD 137)
With lush views and a serene atmosphere, this vacation rental is an incredible place to stay in the Gold Coast Hinterland. You’ll be offered a complimentary breakfast and wine on your arrival. Savor the delicious food from the seating space on the balcony as you bask in the warmth of the morning sun.
Couples and solo travelers will especially love this secluded retreat boasting a fully equipped kitchen and a living room furnished with comfy sofas. You can enjoy watching TV in the air-conditioned interiors or go out to explore the nearby hiking trails and beaches. End your days by soaking in the warm waters of the hot tub to wash away the exhaustion.
Mudgeeraba, Queensland, Australia
10.34 km (6.5 mi) from Hinze Dam
2. Lark Rise (from USD 150)
Lark Rise is a pet-friendly Stayz rental in the Gold Coast Hinterland. Book a stay here to enjoy a family vacation surrounded by nature. The tranquil atmosphere and modern amenities at this place will replenish your mind, body, and soul.
This vacation rental features a kitchenette with all cooking essentials and boasts a fully furnished living room for relaxation. It also features a spacious balcony with seating to offer al fresco dining opportunities. Enjoy barbecue luncheons and create cherished memories with your loved ones as you soak in the lush views.
Bonogin, Queensland, Australia
10.59 km (6.6 mi) from Hinze Dam
3. Knotsofar Cottage
Stay in a private bush surrounding ‘not-so-far’ from the main Gold Coast town center which is just 10 minutes away. This pet-friendly homestay extends a warm welcome to families coming along with their furry friends. There is ample green fenced space for children as well as pets to play around to their heart’s content. As for the adults, this place can provide the much-needed break from the hustle-bustle of city life. You could relax by the pool, and enjoy the complimentary bottle of wine that you would receive on arrival.
16.6 km (10.4 mi) from Hinze DamAccommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 30
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
4. Hamptons Hinterland Retreat (from USD 955)
Hamptons Hinterland Retreat in Gold Coast exemplifies luxury to the tee. Right from the master bedroom suite featuring its own lounge area and a spacious walk-in wardrobe, to the other 5 rooms which provide direct access to the verandah on the upper level for those gorgeous Gold Coast views, everything is tastefully done and plush in nature. This enormous property is spread over 2 floors and has many living areas and lounges to chill in. The designer gourmet kitchen, French doors, and a 10-seater dining table further add to the opulence of this lovely property.
5.4 km (3.4 mi) from Hinze DamAccommodates: 14
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
5. The Panorama luxury holiday home
This spacious and lavish place offers luxury accommodations in the Gold Coast Hinterland. The Panorama luxury holiday home is ideal for some peaceful family time in the midst of nature and the comfort of a palace.
This sprawling two-floor property overlooking Hinze Dam features some amazing amenities for everyone. Huge master suites with freestanding baths, home theater with a projector for your entertainment fix, an enormous deck offering Gold Coast views ideal for BBQ dinners, open plan living areas, and a covered deck. It is, without a doubt, luxury at its best!
2.68 km (1.7 mi) from Hinze DamAccommodates: 22
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy :
Top guest reviews
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downstairs ensuite has no curtains at all for shower, toilet and bed room for privacyi like the terrace, kitchen, dining room and theatre roomthe kitchen was well equipped enough to cater for 14 adultseveryone had their own space which was greatthe fully functional kitchen lent itself to us self-catering (more team time!) and the spacious bedrooms meant everyone could still have their own spaceCleanliness:
very clean and well looked afterthe rooms and bathrooms were great for all of our guests and provided a very comfy staybest of both worlds reallyHost:
monique was very easy to deal with and made us feel very welcome and comfortable in her homethe hosts were wonderfulthey really annoyed us during packing or un-packingwe had bought devices to watch movies, and connect with he outside worldmy family was in awe when we walked through the doorRead more reviewsLocation:
bush walks, theatre room, card games etcthe location of the panorama made it easy to get to from brisbanealso, close to lamington and springbrook npthe location is great, very close and easy to get to from brisbanethe outdoor area was beautiful to relax and enjoy a few drinks
6. North Gold Coast Acreage Property
North Gold Coast Acreage is a beautiful federation style home located in the countryside on acreage. This warm and cozy 5-bedroom home features all basic amenities. The well-equipped kitchen area opens to a nice private outdoor space where one could laze around or enjoy a BBQ dinner. Guests also have access to the communal sparkling in-ground pool which is just a few steps away from the backside of the home.
30.71 km (19.1 mi) from Hinze DamAccommodates: 16
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
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very comfortablehouse is very comfortable with plenty of room for a family of 6all went as planned and even had spare light bulbs in cupboard when we blew a light bulb in lamphad 8 grandkids there and all enjoyed the refreshing swims in the poola quiet, serene setting, with shopping & eating facilities close byCleanliness:
it was very clean and immaculately presentedvery clean and comfortableclean & tidybeautiful home, really clean and lots of wonderful extras that we have not had in other staysHost:
everyone staying in the house has had a wonderful experiencehome very well equipped and comfortablethe use of the swimming pool was welcomed by all and a very good way to team build and unwindowners are very nice and accommodatingand the bbq was an awesome size so we used that almost every day of our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
nice quiet area, close to lots of amenitiesthere is a shopping centre only 3 minutes drive away and also the theme parks are just 10 mins awayvery peaceful area with lovely sceneryfantastic location near the theme parks and supplied with everything you could wantit is very close to the shopping centre and great walk around the neighbourhood!i would recommend to anyone
7. Alcheringa - in Lamington National Park
Visiting the Lamington National Park in the Gold Coast? Then what better option than checking yourself into Alcheringa to enjoy the whole adventure. Giving a nice rustic vibe with the whole place built up in rock, timber, and glass, this stunning 4-bedroom property overlooks the Numinbah & Coomera Valleys of the forest. Featuring three decks for views and a special outdoor heated tub for unmatched relaxation, this place is a haven for all nature lovers.
1000 Binna Burra Rd.,
18.22 km (11.4 mi) from Hinze Dam
8. Birdlife Cottage
Set by the foot of Tamborine Mountain, the Birdlife Cottage is another place which will bring you closer to nature. Promising those countryside vibes, this 2-bedroom cottage can easily accommodate up to 5 people and also allows pets. You could spend your time here lazing on the vast fenced grass, or by feeding ducks and chicks. You could also head to Natural Bridge 15 minutes away, which is popular for deep water swimming, the waterfall and glow worm caves.
57-59 Birdlife Court
6.23 km (3.9 mi) from Hinze Dam
9. Wings Hinterland Retreat
Live your holiday king-size at the massive 10-acre (4 hectares) property of Wings Hinterland Retreat. Offering panoramic views of the Gold Coast skyline and Hinterland from each of its 8 bedrooms, this mammoth of a house also features a 14-person cedar sauna, a spa, a full-size tennis court, and a huge cantilevered swimming pool. This house was used for filming a popular TV series Mission Impossible in the 1960s. The most striking feature here is the living room spread over 1500 sq m (16145 sq ft) in two different directions, because of which it gets its name ‘wings’ retreat.
2.76 km (1.8 mi) from Hinze DamTop guest reviews
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i could happily fit into living that life stylethe air conditioning was faulty in 2 main bedrooms and 2 of the fridges did not keep the food coldit was very easy to cater for 26 and a birthday dinnerthe most spectacular views of the entire gold coastthe kitchen is very well equipped and has great facilitiesCleanliness:
the views are amazing, especially at nightthe house and the views are spectacularthe views from the house are superbthe house was immaculate, very clean with everything you would need providedwe hired the wings hinterland retreat to cater for 26 in in january, the hire was based on the house photos we had seen, which look amazingHost:
sandy, the host, was exceptionally helpfulwe then did not hear from her until the morning of check out with a nice message and again flexible with checkout timesthe property manager greeted us on arrival and was flexible with check in timeswe were able to contact her to provide firewood, and she was more than happy to help with anything during the weekendi especially enjoy the spa and the audio setup for the entire houseRead more reviewsLocation:
loved sitting by the fire with a glass redif you're looking for a party house i would look elsewhere as the area is so quiet, i doubt the neighbors would appreciate being disturbedpool, spa and sauna were popular alsothe property is described as a relaxation property, not a party housethe grocery shops are 5 minutes away
10. Alawara Mansion
Stay with your clan in the most loved property in the Gold Coast - The Alawara Mansion. This iconic home is nothing short of a palace. This grand mansion houses its own private pub ‘Frog and Toad’ for all things entertainment, a massive sparkling resort pool, tennis court, playground and much more. All 7 bedrooms feature en suites, walk-in robes, TVs and DVD players. There is a manager on-site to take care of any needs. This place can also be booked for any event on prior notice.
Tallai, QLD, AU
7.19 km (4.5 mi) from Hinze DamTop guest reviews
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we had beautiful weather and the kids almost lived in the poolgreat pool and activities tennis and kids equipment to keep everyone occupied both adults and childrenCleanliness:
the towels and linen were crisp cleanthe property was so clean insidethe property was beautiful as well as clean & tidypool was sparkling cleanowners were lovely and the house was clean and tidyHost:
it was a great place to host our diy weddingRead more reviewsLocation:
great place for a family getaway good location for theme parks and for airportthe location is awesome being so close to the highway and surfers paradisealawara mansion is the best place we have ever stayed in
11. Villa Cervi studio apartment
Villa Cervi is a sanctuary to some very kind and adorable deer and goats living here for over 12 years. Villa Cervi studio apartment is on the lower floor of Villa Cervi and has its own private entrance. This quaint 1-bedroom self-contained studio features an en suite bathroom, a kitchenette with modern equipment, a cinema-style theatre, a championship pool table, and a library. Guests can interact and feed the deer and goat as and when they please. This is one experience you will cherish for a lifetime.
1.58 km (1.0 mi) from Hinze DamTop guest reviews
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the studio apartment is ample in size and amenities with a very large pool table and cinemathe deers are so special !spacious studio - huge, with spare single bedthe daily deer feeding was the highlight of the stay with plenty of photo opportunities for the animal loversthe studio is huge and has everything you needthe studio apartment is wonderful, it has everything you need, and the location is great, far enough away from things to be quiet but close enough to be an easy trip into townHost:
i didnt get to mention that michael & lyn are great hostslyn and michael so kindly made us feel at home and the children loved feeding the animals and relaxing in the studioboth michael and lyn are very and friendlyeverything about the property is warm and welcomingvery welcoming and lovely hosts who explained everything you need to know, very accommodating and also very privateRead more reviewsLocation:
restaurants and shops are only a short drive awaywonderfully relaxing stay close enough to the city and beaches and far enough to enjoy the bird life and animal attractionsa lovely location in the hinterland area sharing our stay with peacocks, deer & goatsclose to robina shops and many hinterland sightsdream acreage property- very peaceful
12. Knot2far Cottage
Knot2far Cottage is another pet-friendly cottage presented by the folks hosting ‘Knotsofar’. This is a self-contained cottage featuring an open plan living area, a dining area with a 4-seater table, a cozy fireplace, a well-equipped large kitchen, and a fully carpeted bedroom. The outdoor area is a private fully fenced yard looking up the hill for miles. You could also relax, read or just soak up the sun in the deck chair available. A BBQ facility is available to guests too, to enjoy wonderful dinners in the bush.
16.18 km (10.1 mi) from Hinze DamAccommodates: 3
Minimum Nights: 5
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed alone was worth the staylittle extras provided, were much appreciatedit was an additional and pleasant treat to have rain water on tapthe cottage is very spacious and has everything you could possibly wanteasy to find and the local coffee is greatCleanliness:
our staffies wilson and matilda were in absolute heaven the accommodation was gorgeous,charming ,clean and everything little thing was thought ofHost:
friendly helpfull managerslee and theo were great hosts, friendly and kindloved the attention to detail and welcome basket on arrivallovely settingwarm and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
very close to off leash dog parks and beaches, so location was perfectplenty of places to visit, handy to everything beaches, restaurants and shoppingkookaburras awake you to the sunrise and another fresh daythe large garden provided a picturesque and peaceful stroll and our dogs loved being therea beautiful location for a short getaway
The green behind the gold
Thanks to the massive rainforest area, the numerous vineyards, and the mountain regions, the Gold Coast Hinterland is a green paradise. Great for people seeking mental repose, away from daily chores and the stress of corporate life. In addition to the nature trails and vineyard tours, there are many offbeat, stress-busting activities to do around here. Head to a local cooking class which uses farm-fresh produce, or go see some amazing work at artisan galleries. Time to unwind like a boss in the Gold Coast!
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