Attractions

Sugarloaf Mountain Country Retreat is an ideal place to stay during your visit to Toowoomba and the Golden West. Our accommodation is close to many activities and attractions in the Darling Downs region. These add that extra flavour of the Australian bush to your stay. The Golden West region is a hub of South East Queensland's events and attractions, such as the Jondaryan Woolshed, the Carnival of Flowers and the Toowoomba Show.

The Jondaryan Woolshed

Only 30kms from Kingsthorpe, the Jondaryan Woolshed is Queensland's oldest operating woolshed, and is just down the road from Sugarloaf Mountain Country Retreat. Stay with us while you go to the Woolshed to see a slice of Australian pioneering history. The historic buildings, machinery and equipment show you how this region was settled.

Museum of Australian Army Flying

Only three kilometres from the nearby town centre of Oakey is a slice of history. The Museum of Australian Army Flying aims to preserve the traditions and spirit of Australian Army Flying. See how wars were fought from the air in days gone by.

Highfields Pioneer Historical Village

Take a relaxing drive through the rural countryside. 18km from Kingsthorpe you'll find the Highfields Pioneer Historical Village, a village committed to preserving the Darling Downs of the past. With its large collection of vintage machinery, the Historical Village gives you insight into how early Australian pioneers worked the land in this region.

Our Natural Attractions

The Darling Downs and Golden West has abundant natural beauty, boasting several national parks in the region. Our cottage is an ideal base for guests who like bushwalking in the Queensland countryside.

Bunya Mountains National Park

In an isolated part of the Great Dividing Range is Bunya Mountains National Park, located 100kms from Kingsthorpe. The views of native Queensland wet and dry rainforest are second to none. In one day you can see a Bunya pine forest, rare grass species and the awe-inspiring Bunya Mountains. Stop off at the nearby township of Dandabah to buy some unique local crafts, a few bottles from a cellar door or simply for some tea and scones.

Crows Nest National Park

50km from Kingsthorpe is the spectacular Crows Nest National Park, home of the breathtaking Crows Nest Falls. Watch the falls of up to 20m cascade into the waterhole below. Granite cliffs up to 120m high create a gorge downstream, leading to landscapes of astounding variety.

Ravensbourne National Park

Ravensbourne National Park is one of the last remaining examples of the original rainforest. Only 52km from Kingsthorpe, this national park is a mecca for birdwatchers, with more than 80 species of birds being sighted in the park.

Local Shopping

Shoppers will find plenty to keep them busy in the Darling Downs region around Sugarloaf Mountain. With wineries and Toowoomba's famous antique galleries, our guests are bound to return home with treasured mementos of their stay in the Golden West.

Highfields

Only 18km from Kingsthorpe is Highfields, a great place to find treats for the whole family. Art lovers will spend hours wandering through the Danish Flower Art Centre, and the Highfields Village Green which boasts many antique, art and other speciality stores. The kids (and those with a sweet tooth) will love Highfields Chocolate Cottage.

Cabarlah

Cabarlah, located 25kms from nearby Kingsthorpe, is home to the Black Forest Hill Cuckoo Clock Centre. In this region you'll find many shops that are well stocked with artistic treasures for you to take home, as well as unique objet d'art, furniture and pottery made by local artisans. Held on the last Sunday of each month, the Cabarlah Country Markets offer a range of old wares, craft, art, woodwork, plants and food.

Wedgetail Ridge Winery

Just next door to our country cottage is the Wedgetail Ridge Winery. This boutique winery specialises in unique traditional and herb-infused wines. Pop next door for a cellar door tasting of these unusual wines, or indulge with a slice of cake. Wedgetail Ridge is conveniently close to your accommodation, so you can easily enjoy a few glasses and wander home for the evening.