Mt Glorious Getaways

Unfortunately would not recommend the homestead. My friend and I stayed with children thinking it would be a lovely stay to get some peace and quiet where the kids could enjoy the gardens and outdoors. Whilst the gardens were lovely and we had some stunning walks the accommodation was sub standard. The homestead is tired. Bathrooms were old and we had black gunk coming from our taps, toilet seat slipped off, mouldy showers. Kitchen well equipped but certainly not private. Whilst the website and booking details state that from time to time there will be cleaners and gardeners that come to an area of the house, the reality is there are many rooms in the house that are one way opening into the house and there was constantly either gardeners or cleaners coming and going. Some windows had no or sheer curtains. Blowers, mowers, hedge trimmers were always background noise during the day. This really bothered us as we were wanting a “getaway” and to enjoy the gardens and quiet. It also concerned us that there were always adults around the house when we have children staying. There was no phone or WiFi. It was intermittent at best and I had to drive to Samford to make an important call. Please also note the photos represented here are not the furniture and layout in the homestead. Only one tv and no beanbags which the kids were disappointed about. The best thing was the fire which was welcome on a particularly cold and windy day. We did walk down to the cottages and they looked nice. Sadly we won’t be recommending the homestead as it was not good value or the experience we booked.

Really enjoyed my stay. Directions and instructions were clearly provided about accessing the cottage, once I had booked. I really loved my little cottage. Had everything I needed, was clean and comfortable. Thoughtfully and attractively furnished down to the quilt cover featuring birds. Loved the beautiful wood of the interior and the privacy of the cottage - set in bush. Helpful information in the compendium about Mt Glorious Getaways, walks and wildlife. Thank you.

Don’t come in winter expecting the fire lit. One reviewer said the cabins were toasty on arrival, so the husband and I set out with the fantasy of a warm welcome. No. Just No. Tip 1: Don’t go to the house first. We went to the main house on arrival at 4:30 before dark. Reception? Rolled eyes: didn’t we get the memo: just go straight to the cabin. The key is inside. Right. Tip 2: Don’t be afraid of the track to the cabin. It is a downhill winding unsealed track with deep gullies at sides. So you may experience a frisson of fear if driving a small rental car in the rain. But it does finish soon and you can manage without 4WD. Tip 3: Turn off the dehumidifier at the wall on arrival. We arrived to find a knee high rectangular white good blazing cold air, during the coldest snap in Brisbane for a while. Sadly we thought at first it was a heater that just hadn’t warmed up. Looked at all the buttons. Nope. No cold/Warm/Hot. Percent dryness. Dehumidifier. Don’t fiddle. Staff only. Off switch didn’t work. So: turn it off at the wall. Tip 4: The matches and wood are in the built in box to the left. Shivering, you might hope that the laminated page right near the keys was how to turn the fire on. No. But more on that later. At this point, you just need warmth. The wood is all nicely set up in the potbelly grate. Phew. So all you need are matches. Where are the matches? Found bbq lighter in bottom drawer of kitchen. Phew. Love a bbq lighter. Very sensible. No burnt fingers. No damp matches. Now about the flue. Tip 5: Middle is the new Left. Find wall sign about Position Flue Handle Left When Starting Fire. Flue handle was in the middle. Struggled to shift it left. I don’t think it ever goes left of centre. Tip 6: Shifting right can extinguish hope early, Whatever you do, don’t shift it right when fiddling to find left or you will easily extinguish your tiny flames of hope. Tip 7: Bring your own rugs, puffy jackets , beanies and thick socks. There are lovely eiderdowns on the bed, which will keep you warm when the fire goes out overnight. But there’s no throw rug in the cabin for huddling under while you wait for the cabin to warm. Sorry- there is a blanket but you’re going to want to throw that over the lounge because it is so grotty. Tip 8: You don’t need the reminder for checkout at 10am. That laminated white paper near the keys: Welcome to Mount Glorious Getaways: Dear Guests A quick reminder that checkout is at 10am…. See photos. Yep, we got up, dressed and left our cold little cabin well before then. Wouldn’t want to delay them turning on that dehumidifier to welcome the next guest. Tip 9: Great walks nearby- we looked forward to leaving and finding them. Tip 10: Don’t wait til the night before to book a Brisbane hotel during State of Origin. You might find yourself an accidental tourist with truly first world issues at Mt Glorious.

The general ambiance, location

We go there for peace and quiet. All you can here for the most part is nature. Love the fire place. Have been coming here for 4 years now and will be back in August.