Riverbend Ranch

This mountain-view cottage sits quietly at the end of a cul-de-sac, backing onto the Albert River with five and a half acres for children to explore. The property overlooks hundreds of acres where livestock graze, with Tamborine National Park ranges beyond. Large windows in the kitchen, living areas and main bedroom capture the valley panorama, as do the wide covered verandahs.

The three-bedroom house includes a magnesium pool and fenced dam. Horse owners can arrange paddock access and use of the 20-by-30-metre sand arena. With neighbouring properties also running horses and a koala reserve across the road, the rural setting feels genuinely removed from town despite being within reach of Tamborine's cafes and walking trails. The fireplace suits cooler months, while ceiling fans and air conditioning handle summer heat.