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Hitching Rail Retreat

Hosted by Brooke · Barrine, Queensland
3 sites · Lodging · 20 acres
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Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
This picturesque holiday destination is the perfect couple’s retreat! Take in the history of this unique and luxury Train Carriage! You will arrive to pristine views of the mountains, rain forest and lake Tinaroo. Be greeted with a complimentary local wine and cheese platter. Have everything you desire at your fingertips including a full kitchen, Double shower, air-conditioning, outdoor barbeque and most importantly your own slice of heaven on your private deck overlooking the scenic views. Set in a quiet and peaceful location, the Hitching Rail Retreat is so much more than somewhere to rest your head. Take a stroll around the garden to see our windmill, outdoor bath, climbing rose wall, outdoor swing, and meet our lovely quiet cows and horses.
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Ghan Train

Retro caravan · Sleeps 2
You'll love this unique and romantic escape. High end has just found a new level. From the chandelier to the bath tub to the engraved wine glasses this place is overflow with elegance and class. And don't forget all the extras, wine and cheese platter on arrival, complimentary port, magnesium soak for the bath, all local tea, coffee, sugar and nature soap, and you can upgrade to so many more extra packages. And all the wow factors like embroidered bath robes, hot water bottles and bamboo linen. The space Set in a quiet and peaceful location, the Hitching Rail Retreat is so much more than somewhere to rest your head. Take a stroll around the garden and listen to the wildlife while you see our windmill, outdoor bar, commual fire pit, climbing rose wall, outdoor swing, and meet our lovely quiet cows and horses. Guest access Please note that this Carriage has been renovated in a way that keeps its authentic character including the doorways that are only 510mm wide. please keep this in mind when booking your stay. We welcome guests to explore our property and take as many photos as you like, there are so many great photo locations including the outdoor swing, wind mill, outdoor Bar, around the fire, at the rose climbing wall and so many more. Be sure to tag us in your favourite photo. Other things to note Staying in our eco tents is an experience in itself, however this will only be the beginning of a magical holiday with so many unique adventures to explore around the historical neighboring towns. Some of our favourite parts of the Atherton tables are, taking a refreshing swim at lake Eacham; having a cup of tea in the famous tea house at lake Barrine; a coffee and breakfast at Gilles cafe; visiting the large curtain fig; walking along the scenic Peterson creek in Yungaburra (maybe even spotting a platypus); tasting cheese and chocolate from Gallo’s Dairy Farm; sipping on mango wines at Golden Drop Winery; enjoying an ice cream at Shaylee's Strawberry Farm and dining in at so many great restaurants; pubs and cafes, all within a short drive. Please message us if you would like to know more about any of these great places.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table
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AU$412
/ night
for NaN guests
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Glamping

Safari tent · Sleeps 2
This picturesque couple’s retreat invites you to relax and unwind in a unique and luxury glamping experience with pristine views of the mountains, rain forest and Tinaroo dam. Fall in love the moment you arrive as you’re greeted with a glass of wine and hand crafted cheese and chocolate. Unwind in your king sized bed or relax in your own slice of heaven around a crackling fire. Be sure to add this place to your wish list and message us for the upgraded packages to get the most out of your stay. The space Set in a quiet and peaceful location, the Hitching Rail Retreat is so much more than somewhere to rest your head. Take a stroll around the garden to see our windmill, outdoor bath, climbing rose wall, outdoor swing, and meet our lovely quiet cows and horses. Guest access We welcome guests to explore our property and take as many photos as you like, there are so many great photo locations including the outdoor swing, wind mill, outdoor Bar, around the fire, at the rose climbing wall and so many more. Be sure to tag us in your favourite photo. Other things to note Staying in our eco tents is an experience in itself, however this will only be the beginning of a magical holiday with so many unique adventures to explore around the historical neighboring towns. Some of our favourite parts of the Atherton tables are, taking a refreshing swim at lake Eacham; having a cup of tea in the famous tea house at lake Barrine; a coffee and breakfast at Gilles cafe; visiting the large curtain fig; walking along the scenic Peterson creek in Yungaburra (maybe even spotting a platypus); tasting cheese and chocolate from Gallo’s Dairy Farm; sipping on mango wines at Golden Drop Winery; enjoying an ice cream at Shaylee's Strawberry Farm and dining in at so many great restaurants; pubs and cafes, all within a short drive. Please message us if you would like to know more about any of these great places.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table
from
AU$387
/ night
for NaN guests
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Overlander train

Retro caravan · Sleeps 2
As you arrive you will see the Hitching rail sign, follow the driveway up past the homestead and to the right, follow the light to the parking space behind the tent. The welcome platter we will waiting for you in your room. if you have any further questions Janet will be on site to assist.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table
from
AU$387
/ night
for NaN guests
from
AU$387
/ night
3 sites
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Barrine, Queensland, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Brooke W.

Joined in January 2024

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