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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Darlington, QLD

Lamington National Park88 min drive
Springbrook National Park99 min drive
Green Mountains100 min drive
Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)109 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our stay here. The locale is lovely, the cottage had everything we needed, and we had a nice, calm holiday

Joseph G.

Apr 1, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Eighteen Mile Cottage - river access with breathtaking views!

Eighteen Mile Cottage is a charming and tastefully decorated early 1920's Queenslander holiday home. Nestled beside an invigorating, freshwater river that flows close from its source - the Lamington National Park. Also located in the very beautiful Lost World Valley and part of Scenic Rim Queensland, plus only 90 minutes from Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

The cottage is situated on private acreage that is fully fenced and surrounded by 500 (approx) acres of captivating mountains, pastures and countryside.
With a lovely romantic and comfortable feel, the cottage is perfect for couples, small families and friend groups who are looking to slow down, unwind and re-energise!
There are wonderful rock-pools to explore, take a dip, throw a line in or picnic beside. And for the energetic, plenty of challenging mountain hikes await!

The cottage sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms (one queen bed and two single beds), and boasts a large rear deck with breathtaking views; outdoor campfire area for evening relaxation and star gazing; lounge room; fully equipped self-catering kitchen; bathroom: toilet, vanity basin & spa bath/shower; laundry: washing machine & laundry tub; reverse cycle air-conditioner (in lounge/living area); BBQ (flat top style); TV; DVD; CD player; verandah situated at front of the cottage, great for soaking in the sunshine during the cool, winter afternoons.

Please find the following items that we provide for guests stay:
• All bed linen, bath towels, floor mats, hand towels and tea towels.
• Blankets, electric blankets and heaters are provided for the cooler months. Fans are provided for the warmer months. Along with the reverse-cycle air-conditioner in living room.
• Portion of laundry detergent, dishwashing detergent, dishwasher tablets, toilet paper, soap, shampoo & conditioner, body moisturiser, tissues, coffee pods (Espressotoria), instant coffee, black tea, herbal teas, sugar, milk (1L long-life).
• Portion of firewood. Guests are welcome to collect more from the surrounding paddocks (an axe is provided for this).
• Gas BBQ (flat-lid style).
• Complimentary bottle of wine & chocolates on arrival (full priced bookings).

Travelling with infants and toddlers??
We do not charge for infants up to 4 yrs of age, though linen (single bed sheets & bath towel) is not provided. Linen may be hired if required: $30/child for the stay.
Two portable cots plus a timber high chair (with adjustable tray but no harness) - please check for availability upon your booking request.

N.B. No landline telephone or wifi connection is presently available. Limited mobile phone range is available - Telstra currently superior to others in the district.

Activities:-
Bush walking
Mountain hiking
Camp fire
Swimming (rock-pools)
Bird watching
Fishing (BYO lines etc)
Stargazing
Take a short drive to view the surrounding Lost Word Valley and Lamington National Park
O’Reillys Lamington National Park: cafe with great views, restaurant, bird feeding, treetop walk, rain forest, gardens, walking tracks, hiking trails.
Tambourine Mountain: unique and interesting cafes, restaurant, shops, Gallery Walk, treetop challenge, glowworm caves.
Endless opportunities to take breathtaking photo's

Eighteen Mile Cottage & Homestead are located in Darlington and the Lost World Valley. Approximately 3 kms from the Lamington National Park and situated in the foothills of O'Riellys Lamington National Park.

O’Reilly’s Lamington National Park: By vehicle, the trip from Eighteen Mile to O’Reilly’s takes approx 1 hr 20mins, travelling via Beaudesert. A shorter (approx 40 min trip from Eighteen Mile) 4WD dirt road is also an option, but you would need to check on the condition of this road before embarking.

Mt Joyce Recreation Park: Offers a variety of activities from world class mountain bike trails, shoreline horse trails, bush walks, trail runs and canoe trails. The Park also incorporates picnic facilities, playground and other amenities and is located off the Beaudesert-Boonah Road at Wyaralong.
By vehicle, the trip from Eighteen Mile to Wyaralong takes approx 40mins (40.4kms), travelling via Beaudesert.

Tamborine Mountain: By vehicle, the trip from Eighteen Mile to Tamborine Mountain takes approx 50mins, travelling via Beaudesert.

Comments from Guests

There will be many more "next times" - we just love it down there in the Lost World Valley, and had exceptionally relaxing and enjoyable time in your gorgeous Cottage.

Property manager

Robyn Olsson

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

With prior approval. Not permitted inside house.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking permitted inside house

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Darlington

Located in Darlington, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. West Canungra Creek Circuit Trailhead and Albert River Circuit Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gondwana Rainforests of Australia and Jingeri Nature Refuge. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.

Darlington, QLD

What's nearby

Gold Coast Great Walk - 80 min drive
The Star Gold Coast - 83 min drive
Lamington National Park - 88 min drive
Springbrook National Park - 99 min drive
Green Mountains - 100 min drive

Getting around

Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

‪O'Reilly's Mountain Cafe and Gift Shop - ‬99 min drive
‪Christmas Creek Cafe` & Cabins - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eighteen Mile Cottage - river access with breathtaking views! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Eighteen Mile Cottage - river access with breathtaking views!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eighteen Mile Cottage - river access with breathtaking views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eighteen Mile Cottage - river access with breathtaking views! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, Hillview Park, and Carhill Park. Burgess Park and Jingeri Nature Refuge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David D.

19 May 2024

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Home away from home!

We would live here if we could. If you are feeling stressed by life and need a reset and time out from the hustle and bustle, you need to stay in this beautiful cottage and lap up all its serenity. The landscape and 360 degree surroundings of this cottage are absolutely gorgeous. We thoroughly enjoyed waking up to the sounds of the creek and all the pretty birds along it. When we were done relaxing, there was plenty of activities to do, including hiking along a mountain top with breathtaking views, walking along the creek beds, and eating a cheese board next to the fire. We now consider this place our home away from home, and will be back again and again and again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

1 Apr 2024

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Relaxing week away

We enjoyed our stay here. The locale is lovely, the cottage had everything we needed, and we had a nice, calm holiday

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

17 Jan 2024

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Heaven

This property was exactly what we were looking for. Beautiful country setting , quiet and the cottage was so nice. It had everything you would want. Highly recommend!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

7 Jan 2024

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Peace and quiet

Excellent place to stop and unwind. Great country feel, lovely host Will revisit

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 June 2023

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Cute country cottage

We had a lovely weekend away in the country in Darlington. The cottage was well appointed, quaint and carefully stocked with everything we needed. We spent a lot of time around the fire and exploring the grounds. The river with huge fresh water fish was a highlight as were the shy cows that paraded past a couple of times a day. The hosts even let our friends stay in their caravan which was awesome for us to catch up with them. Would definitely return.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

5 May 2023

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Perfect getaway

Loved the cabin, the creek, the jacuzzi tub. Everything was perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

24 Apr 2023

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Second stay

Its hidden down Kerry Road on the way to the Lost World Valley. Feels a bit like entering Jurassic Park when exploring the cascading creek on the edge of the national park. A great place to take the dog, plenty of walks and we experienced one of the best star lit nights as there is no ambient lights from civilisation.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

18 Apr 2023

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Extremely pleasant Hideaway

We would recommend Darlington to those who desire a quiet, relaxing few days. Whilst we were not in a position to avail ourselves of the many documented environmental activities, there appears to be no shortage of things to do in a beautiful, natural country setting. Everything was exactly as we hoped!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

27 Mar 2023

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Wedding chill

The Cottage was a lovely haven during a weekend attending a family wedding.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phoenix E.

19 Mar 2023

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Cute cottage. Beautiful views.

Exactly the relaxing retreat we were looking for. Looking forward to our visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

23 Feb 2023

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So relaxing

We loved our weekend, thank you. The lovely back verandah was so cool. Its been years since we have only heard birds and a bubbling brook and cows. Just what the doctor ordered.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

17 Feb 2023

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Jurassic surroundings

The cottage is perfectly located near the Albert River where you can swim. The road leads to nowhere so the traffic is light. The walks are substantial as is the wildlife. Stayed two nights and felt like we'd been there a week.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny E.

20 Jan 2023

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Darlington relaxation

Loved our stay in this cottage. Relaxed on the deck and swam in the creek. A map and more details of the bushwalking on the property would be helpful as we got a little lost and the walk was very steep. The bed was also quite soft. Darlington is close to Brisbane but it feels like you are hours away from the city.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

14 Jan 2023

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Eighteen Miles

Eighteen mile cottage is beautiful, and beautifully located. The cottage itself is very comfortable, and feels like a home. This juxtaposes nicely with the mountain to the east; the back verandah offers excellent views. We brought our three-year old son, and felt comfortable bringing him to the nearby river, where we could explore and cool off from the daytime heat. At night, we enjoyed the fire pit, and watching the sky slowly fill with stars.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garrick M.

21 Nov 2022

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Wonderful!

Second stay at 18 mile cottage and once again enjoy every moment.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peddar d.

13 Nov 2022

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Pleasant stay

The host was warm and easy to communicate with. The cottage was quaint, comfortable, very well equipped and clean. The surrounds are peaceful, beautiful and nourishing. There is a sense of space and peace. Easy to have a good sleep. We brought our own ingredients to cook in the kitchen so we were well prepared. Thank you, would recommend and stay again for a quiet relaxing weekend away.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

14 Oct 2022

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Great location and very relaxing

Great place to get away and relax. Animals, creeks, fire, etc we had a really great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

4 Sept 2022

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So good do disconnect and unwind

our family wanted a few days away, with fires, walks, river exploration and relaxation and this home is perfect for this. The house is well appointed for your stay and enough space inside for our family of 4. Nice to have a quick personal welcome as well when we arrived just to check in. outside the deck was great for BBQ and reading and we had a little rain but we still spent time on the deck enjoying hearing the river, birds and just no noise at all!! Access to the walking and the river was easy. The kids loved exploring the water, different places to play and cross and it kept them so entertained even in cooler weather. Firepit was perfect for sitting around, red wine and cheese and star gazing. We managed to stay the weekend of the Beaudesert Show which was unplanned but a great way to spend a few hours in town before heading back and enjoying the property for the rest of the weekend. We would love to stay again as it's so easy and peaceful. We really enjoyed not being so connected to tech for a few days and really enjoying our family time and serenity Thank you for allowing our dog to also join us. She loved the exploration and sitting by the fire pit. the fenced back deck is great for the dog to oversee everything and be left safely for a quick trip to town if needed. Recommended this home to everyone to relax and unwind.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

29 Aug 2022

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Country comfort

We had an enjoyable stay in this lovely old Queenslander which has been well equipped for comfort. The property is set in serene bush surrounds, broken by the occasional sounds of an ornery cow. Plenty of hiking to do, make sure you wear proper gear and take plenty of water if you attempt to tackle the bluff! It was good to have the creek flowing nearby for cooling off after the hikes (dogs and people). Was also great to chill out on the deck with a wine and board games. Something to note if you’re bringing dogs is that there are 3 gates around the boundary they can fit under if they are small or medium size, so either bring something to block the bottom of the gates or supervise when in the yard. They can be shut in on the big rear deck.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

29 Aug 2022

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A relaxing weekend away

Location was stunning. We loved having access to a private section of Albert creek and being able to go walking on the hills towards the back of the property. Even though it was quite wet and cold the weekend we visited we still had a great time. There were even gumboots available which we made great use of. I later read the guest book and found out some previous guests had left those boots there for others to use which was super nice of them and greatly improved our ability to traverse the area in such wet/muddy conditions (plus being able to cross the creek without getting wet shoes was great). The cottage itself was a nice old Queenslander. Not old in a bad way mind you, it's well maintained and decorated in a way that felt historically acurate for the time. Between the vibe of the place, and the lack of reception/internet, it felt like travelling back in time 30 years to a more simple time. At night we loved the spa bath, even though we couldn't work out how to get the jets to work. My wife actually didn't think she liked baths but after using this large comfortable one she's now a fan of a nice hot bath haha. Overall very nice place for a couples weekend away. We'd certainly come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David T.

8 Aug 2022

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Relaxing stay

Fabulous countryside location, relaxing and extremely peaceful.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

4 Aug 2022

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Perfect picturesque escape

Super quiet, super peaceful and super relaxing. Beautiful cottage loaded with old school charm hugged by a limitless mountain scape straight out of a painting. Has everything you need for a recharge escape. Beautiful native wildlife and scenic walks and not too far from the necessities. The cows as a welcome party was a nice touch 👍

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

1 July 2022

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We loved it

A lovely, fully equipped house in a scenic location amongst working farms. Easy access to a babbling creek, which is safely behind a fence and gate to keep toddlers from wandering there should they slip away. Totally recommend for a quiet get away in the country.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

29 June 2022

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Recharge

We had a lovely mini break. If you're after a private, relaxing spot, this is it. Great creek to explore, lovely fireplace out back and a beautiful cottage. Will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

13 June 2022

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Excellent Weekend Getaway

We had a great experience staying in the country cottage with all the necessities and creature comforts. No wifi or phone reception which allowed us to completely switch off and relax. We explore the local area and climbed up the mountain behind the cabin. The creek, paddock and firepit were added bonuses that enhanced the overall time spent here - highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Robyn Olsson

I am passionate about providing excellent holiday accommodation and service to our guests!
Married with five children, I understand the importance of great, family holidays. Some of our fondest memories have been created from time spent together at various family-friendly holiday locations.
My husband, Murray, spent most of his growing up years at the Eighteen Mile Property. He, along with three of our sons currently run a beef cattle farm in the surrounding paddocks of both the cottage and homestead.
We are enthusiastic about sharing this fantastic property with all of our guests!

What makes this property unique

Private and stunning location in the Lost World Valley, part of the Scenic Rim Queensland.
Nestled beside a meandering, fresh water river that is located close to its source - the Lamington National Park.
Opportunities to hike and explore the 500 (approx) acre property, with mountainous views.
Outdoor private campfire area.
Excellent for stargazing as there are open sky areas with no city lights.
Family owned and operated property for 4 decades.
Possible opportunities to view a beef cattle farm in operation - sometimes guests enjoy taking part a little.