The gamekeepers cottage

This stone cottage sits on a generous verandah looking over established gardens, with exposed timber ceilings that create an unexpectedly spacious feel. Inside you'll find a proper kitchen, comfortable air conditioning and heating, plus a surprisingly well-equipped entertainment setup including a 65-inch screen and sound system for quiet evenings in. The indoor fireplace adds warmth when the mountain air turns cool.

The location puts you directly across from the hang-glider lookout, where you can watch sunsets over the caldera. Queensland's first national park is just a hundred metres down the road, with its ancient strangler figs and walking trails through cool rainforest. North Tamborine's cafes and galleries are close by when you're ready to explore the plateau.