Binna Burra Mountain Lodge
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Property Information:
Binna Burra Rd, Beechmont
Relax in this rainforest mountain retreat, just 90 minutes from Brisbane, in the Gold Coast hinterland. Here the rainforest of Lamington National Park sprawls like a rich emerald carpet across the spurs and valleys of the McPherson Ranges in southern Queensland, Australia.
Refresh your thoughts. Binna Burra Mountain Lodge offers a boutique retreat in pristine surroundings with spectacular views. Experience the unique atmosphere and the crisp clear mountain air at this cosy mountain retreat nestled in this World Heritage-listed national park.
Renew your spirit. Binna Burra is an authentic heritage lodge offering a genuine Australian experience in nature that has been welcoming guests since the early 1930s to hike or wander along graded National Park trails that go for miles. Winding through ancient Antarctic Beech forest, along exposed escarpments and into heath-land, be amazed by the rich abundance of birds and unique wildlife that inhabit this complex and diverse ecosystem. Relax, be refreshed, feel renewed and get high on Nature.
Experience beyond the view- Guests are free to enjoy the daily activities program of guided walks and adventure activities, find solitude in the relaxation areas around the Lodge or explore the Park at your leisure.
- Share the magic of a roaring log fire in the main Guest Lounge at the end of the day.
- Plan the next day's activities and enjoy a spectacular mountain sunset over pre-dinner drinks in the cosy Library or on the Coomera Terrace.
- Learn more about the Lamington National Park flora & fauna or find some light reading in the well-stocked Library.
- Buy locally-produced arts, crafts, souvenirs and essentials from the Lodge Gift Shop.
- Join in the friendly ambience of communal seating or a quiet table for 2 in the Clifftop Dining Room where the fresh a-la-carte country cuisine is matched only by the spectacular view.
- For the thrill seekers, even the most adventurous will be challenged by the sheer cliff abseil descents, some of the best in Australia.
REJOOVE
Be touched by Beauty and the magnificence of Heart. Still your mind, nourish your body, awaken your senses, Rejoove your soul.
Rejoove has now expanded into a dynamic Health Spa that profiles an extraordinary team of Practitioners who are highly specialized in their fields in Transformative Body Wisdom, Beauty and Massage. With each practitioner holding minimum 15 years experience, each session is held in a depth of integrity that allows deep rest and rejuvenation. A full medical team including a Medical Doctor, Naturopath, Gestalt Therapist, Chiropractor and After-care nurses complete the professional team that will support the Transformative Health Retreats that Rejoove is establishing in the majestic location of the Lamington National Park. The Rejoove Health Retreats will offer a variety of transformative, realigning and healing programs that run from 2 to 28 days depending on individual needs. Yoga , Meditation and Rainforest walks are part of the caring environment.
Dining
Binna Burra is renowned for meals of good quality served with generous portions. The use of the freshest local and regional produce whenever available prepared fresh daily on-site ensures an excellent quality is delivered. Binna Burra purchasing policy favours ecologically friendly suppliers.
The Clifftop Dining Room at the Lodge is open for breakfast and dinner daily plus lunch on weekends. The hearty country style a-la-carte meals are matched only by the sensational views of the Coomera Valley below. All menus include vegetarian and low fat options and the chef is happy to cater for special dietary requirements on request. An exciting wine list and full bar facilities ensures a complete dining experience.
Kids Club
Our younger guests are not forgotten with our kids only 'Echidna Club' (Educating children and developing nature awareness).
Bushwalks, archery, picnics and other rainforest adventures are the reasons why kids want to keep coming back.
They also love the Discovery Forest, an environmental playground where they can learn all about the forces of nature.
Accommodation Information:
The Lodge provides accommodation for a limited number of guests in rustic style cabins with the original buildings built from hand-cut tallow wood slabs. Some of the cabins date back to when the Lodge was first established in the early 1930s and have all been updated with modern amenities, but retain the original character. All cabins offer tea and coffee making facilities, mini-bar, heaters, are non-smoking, and are serviced daily. To help guests leave the outside world behind, televisions and telephones, clocks and radios whilst available in the lodge, are not found in guest rooms.
Three styles of accommodation are available:- Euphrasia Bella rooms are undoubtedly the most popular rooms at the Lodge, very popular with those couples looking for a real treat. These rooms provide balconies with the most commanding views of the Numinbah Valley. Euphrasia Bella Rooms offer queen beds, private shower and toilet facilities and have recently been refurbished.
- Acacia rooms offer panoramic mountain or rainforest views. Rooms have private shower and toilet facilities and are sought after due to their delightful private balconies. Acacia rooms offer double, twin or larger family rooms and all have a charm and character of their own.
- Casuarina rooms are heritage guesthouse style rooms nestled amidst native gardens. These original rooms were designed just to be slept in, as the rest of the time was spent socialising in the guest lounges and enjoying the facilities of the Lodge. Casuarina rooms offer comfortable beds plus wash basin vanity unit. Separate bathroom facilities close to rooms on the same level are shared by just a small number of other guests.
Location Information:
Bushwalking activities in Lamington National Park
Lamington National Park is networked with over 160kms of marked walking tracks. Binna Burra's resident guides are all experienced naturalists and are happy to share their in-depth knowledge of the park ecosystems. By participating in a Guided Walk you will learn about the amazing diversity of the wonderful flora and fauna living in harmony in the lush subtropical rainforest. Every walk is different and there is no telling what you may discover!
Bird Watching
Situated on the eastern side of within Lamington National Park in Southern Queensland, Binna Burra provides the an opportunity to seesight a diverse range of bird species in rainforest and open forest within easy walking distance on graded tracksa relatively small area in close proximity to the Lodge.
More than 150 bird species feature on the Binna Burra bird list. Rainforest specialists include the Noisy Pitta, Albert's Lyrebird, Regent Bowerbird, Pale Yellow Robin, Rose Robin, Rufous Scrub-bird, Paradise Riflebird, Wompooand Rose-crowned Fruit-Dove and Topknot Pigeon. In the spring and summer migrant visitors include Spectacled, Black-faced and White-eared Monarchs, a variety of species of Cuckoos and many more.
Fly through the Treetops on our Flying Fox
Strapped in a safety harness, feel the weightlessness as you zip through the treetops on our 160m long Flying Fox.
Enjoy the fresh mountain air rushing through your hair and the adrenalin in your veins as you speed through the rainforest it's a scream!
Abseil at Binna Burra! Lamington National Park
This is why Binna Burra is the adventure capital of Southern Queensland! Discover the thrill and heart pumping action of Abseiling. An 11mm diameter rope is your lifeline as you rappel down a 10m volcanic escarpment. Then, challenge the knee-shaking, specially selected, 40m or 90m cliff-face. This is always an unforgettable experience. Numbers are limited, so please check availability when planning your visit. Most Wild Walk Escapes include some abseiling adventure.
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