Mt Cotton Retreat  

Set on 20 hectares of private bushland in Mount Cotton, this pet-friendly, family-friendly guesthouse and retreat sits a short walk from Boom-ber-pee Nature Refuge. Trails and green spaces are on the doorstep — Cornubia Forest, Tingalpa Creek Circuit and Daisy Hill Conservation Park are all minutes away. It’s roughly 30 minutes to Brisbane CBD and about 40 minutes to Gold Coast beaches.

Choose from eight private self-contained cabins, four deluxe hotel-style rooms and two family suites in the main B&B residence. Rooms come with fridges, microwaves, minibars, flat-screen TVs, private showers and complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Most rates include a full cooked breakfast; expect warm, simple décor and bushland views that wake you to birdsong.

Unwind in the spa centre and massage room or soak in the hot tub. The property also offers an on-site bar and restaurant, a barbeque area, garden and parking. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, room service during limited hours, luggage/transfer arrangements and a limo/town car option are available on request.

A conference hall and flexible event spaces make this a strong choice for boutique meetings, retreats and small conferences. Express check-in/check-out, wedding services, complimentary wireless internet and free self-parking are all offered.

Full cooked breakfast is included with most stays. On-site restaurant and bar serve meals, and additional meals can be arranged by prior request. There’s also a barbeque area and limited-hours room service for relaxed, casual dining.