Wellness Escapes: The Gold Coast Hinterland

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The Gold Coast is Australia’s premier tourist destination and most people are aware of it’s nightlife, shopping, theme parks and coastal beach culture. What many people are not aware of though is that just a short drive into the picturesque mountain region of the Gold Coast hinterland you will find a slew of Australia’s best getaways and nature resorts, featuring a plethora of relaxation options for the single, the couple or the entire family. Here are a few of the fantastic options available to you throughout the beautiful Gold Coast hinterland.

[h=3]Scenic Rim View Cottages[/h]Scene Rim View Cottages is an accredited 5 star retreat featuring everything anybody could want in a luxury getaway. As a couples retreat this hinterland wonderland is second to none. Situated approximately an hour from the Gold Coast and Brisbane this facility features multiple stand alone cottages that offer each guest booking their own private area and their own unique view of the sensational Great Dividing Range. Each private cottage features a wide verandah with panoramic views, cathedral style ceilings, Tasmanian oak furniture, a large therapeutic spa as well as all the other things you can expect with a 5 star facility.

[h=3]Peppers Ruffles Lodge and Spa[/h]Peppers Ruffles is set on an expansive 50 acre property deep in the Gold Coast hinterland, yet only 25 minutes from the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast proper and is well known as one of Australia’s premier 5 star small hotels/retreats. This resort is famed for its brilliant onsite fine dining and wine options and prides itself on being one of Australia’s premier honeymoon locations.
The 5 individual villas as well as the “executive suiteâ€￾ make for a private and comfortable experience. Each villa contains expertly maintained gardens and local birds and animals inhabit the grounds, providing an even more unique experience. Each villa comes with all the mod-cons as well as in room spa and to enhance the relaxation.

[h=3]Mouses House[/h]Offering the weekend getaway experience to everyone from single travellers to families and everything in between the Mouses House is regarded as one of the more unique rainforest resorts in the country. 11 chalets are set in individual locations throughout the picturesque rainforest resort and each offers a unique experience. All feature private double spa as well as all the mod-cons associated with luxury accommodation including wi-fi and cable television but this resort is best experienced as a nature getaway, leaving the modern world behind. The local fauna are abundant and at night the local resident possums and sugar gliders can be fed by hand. Complimentary port and chocolates are offered to enhance the comforting experience offered at Mouses House.

Unfortunately, or perhaps fortunately the Gold Coast hinterland is secluded from public transport largely, short of a few buses that are infrequent from certain parts of the Gold Coast. The best option for someone staying in one of these remarkable resorts is to check out the car rental options. This also allows you to spend the day driving around the beautiful hinterland checking out the scenery before settling in for a night of relaxation.

This post brought you you by the fine folks at Skedaddle Car Hire, be sure to check out their excellent guide to Gold Coast by car hire, before you arrive.

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