Stanthorpe Holiday Cabins & Accommodation

Stanthorpe, a small town in southeast Queensland, Australia, offers many different types of holiday accommodation. Discover the area's beautiful attractions when you stay at self-contained cabins, modern apartments, holiday houses, and chalets - with options for singles or couples, families, and adults. Self-catering holiday rentals provide all the amenities you need for a relaxing stay. Children are welcome, many places are fully accessible, and there's even plenty of pet friendly accommodation.

Getting to Your Stanthorpe Accommodation

Located 220km southwest of Brisbane, Stanthorpe is easy to access. To drive from Brisbane to your Stanthorpe holiday home or cabin, simply follow National Highway 15. From Sydney, 720km away, follow the Pacific Highway and Thunderbolts Way north for a beautiful scenic route.

The closest airport is Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, approximately 150km north of Stanthorpe. Frequent domestic flights serve cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Cairns. If you're arriving by plane in either Toowoomba Wellcamp or Brisbane airports, shuttle services are available to help make your journey to Stanthorpe hassle-free. Alternatively, car hire and taxi services can be found at both airports.

If you're using public transport, local bus services also run daily between Brisbane, Toowoomba, Warwick, and Stanthorpe. Check seasonal timetables for service times. From Sydney, buses run to Lismore, connecting onward to Stanthorpe.

What to Eat on Your Holiday in Stanthorpe

If you're looking for delicious food made with pride, Stanthorpe is the perfect place, with multiple culinary options catering for all tastes. Start your day off right at Vixen's Bakery Cafe, located in the heart of town. You'll find great breads and pastries, coffee, and friendly service. Other local Stanthorpe favourites are the tantalising Italian dishes such as fettucine carbonara at Anna's Restaurant, which is housed in a building that's over 100 years old.

For meat lovers, the Aussie Beef Steakhouse is the place to go in town. Tender, juicy, locally-sourced beefsteaks served with organic produce are enough to make your mouth water. The Granite Belt Brewery and Restaurant has a selection of traditional Australian dishes made from locally-grown ingredients. Complement your order with craft beers and ciders brewed onsite, or try the Brewers Platter with four dishes specially paired with beers.

Art and cultural attractions in Stanthorpe

One of Queensland’s major galleries, the Stanthorpe Library and Regional Art Gallery, has a permanent exhibition that displays the works of popular Australians such as painter Charles Blackman, known for his Alice in Wonderland series, and still-life painter Margaret Olley. There's also a Picasso lithograph at the gallery.

As you walk down High Street, you’ll soon arrive at the Stanthorpe Heritage Museum. Its ten heritage buildings are home to over 20,000 artefacts, which are remnants of the area's rich mining, farming, and winemaking history. The museum also features extensive documentation on prominent Granite Belt families.

What to do and see around Stanthorpe

You'll find a great selection of activities in Stanthorpe, whether you prefer exciting, active adventures or educational tours. See the Granite Belt on a 40km tour showcasing the wine region's gorgeous vineyards and energising wines. You’ll be treated to a stunning panorama of gently sloping hillsides surrounded by olive, apple, and pear orchards – make sure to bring your camera!

Around the Granite Belt are outstanding national parks. Head to spectacular Girraween National Park to marvel at the impressive granite boulders that rise above the open forests. Hike on nearly 30km of walking tracks, take a selfie against the backdrop of the Granite Arch, or climb the Great Pyramid for spectacular views of the park. There's also a picnic area at the park, at Bald Rock Creek, where you can relax and share a meal with the family.

Events to check out during your Stanthorpe holiday

One of the most celebrated events in Stanthorpe is the Apple and Grape Festival, which is held every two years. First held in 1966, the festival was voted Queensland’s 9th favourite. Join the Grand Parade, participate in the grape crush, watch incredible fireworks, sign up for wine-tasting classes, watch live concerts, or compete in the apple and grape peeling contest – there are loads of activities to choose from.

Another notable event is the annual Australian Small Winemakers Show, started in 1987 by the Stanthorpe Agricultural Society's wine committee. It's considered the most important wine show for small winemakers in Australia and New Zealand. Taste different wines or bid to become a ‘Judge for a Day’ in next year’s wine show.

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