Since transferring to the Sunshine state earlier this yr, I’ve have been making an attempt to see as a lot of Queensland as potential. There’s such an thrilling feeling that comes with residing someplace new, as when you have an entire new world to discover. And with a lot to see and do round Queensland, I positive have a job forward of myself exploring all Queensland has to supply. However at this time I’m sharing a reasonably native expertise, a extremely celebrated area of Queensland named the Glasshouse Mountains. It is just somewhat greater than an hour’s drive to achieve the area and for the reason that new Maleny Lodge has simply opened up, I figured what higher excuse for a weekend escape from Brisbane.
Easy methods to spend a Weekend within the Glasshouse Mountains
Test in: Maleny Lodge
First up, I checked in to a lodge I’ve had my eye on the previous couple of months main as much as their opening. Maleny Lodge is a model new luxurious lodge within the coronary heart of Maleny, one of many predominant cities to base your self whereas exploring the Glasshouse Mountains. On this unassuming Hinterland city you can find a lot to do, together with an natural grocery store, farmer’s market on weekends, some charming cafes and a full of life native pub.
But it surely was my keep at Maleny Lodge that actually took the cake and made this weekend one to recollect. This lodge has not too long ago opened, however managed to carry on to its heritage of being a 1905 residential residence. The residence stays in tact, whereas an extension has allowed for extra rooms to be added, plus a small out home the place I stayed named Freda, with its personal out of doors al fresco space resulting in the communal pool.
Contained in the room weren’t solely stunning and vintage interiors, but in addition a freestanding claw bathtub, indoor fire within the joint residing and bed room, plus a sizeable lavatory. You’ll find a small fridge and tea and low making amenities inside, however with none eating desk you may desire to go to one of many native eating choices.
Spend a sundown at Mount Ngungun
Should you fancy a picturesque sundown and absorbing the perfect the Glasshouse Mountains has to supply, then look no additional than Mount Ngungun. It’s a brief and pleasant 30 minute hike to the summit, making this the proper alternative for all travellers – no matter your health stage. The views are finest loved at golden hour (the hour earlier than sundown), so make sure to do your analysis and time your go to to get probably the most out of it. In any case, you’ve earned it after the steep hike to the summit!
Begin at Mount Ngungun summit carpark
Seize a chunk at Shotgun Espresso
There are a great deal of cute cafes and light-weight bites to be discovered within the Sunshine Coast Hinterlands the place the Glasshouse Mountains reside. Nevertheless, there are actually a number of standouts the place cafe tradition is anxious. As we have been primarily based in Maleny, we discovered ourselves making common visits to Shotgun Espresso, a cute cafe situated on the principle strip. Right here you could find a hearty breakfast, nice espresso and pleasant environment. This may even be an ideal place to drag out your laptop computer and keep some time in case you are travelling solo.
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