As the region shakes off the winter frosts, you will be treated to beautiful displays of wildflowers, bud bursts of the vines and orchards, fields of lavender, rose blooms and gorgeous red berries, which are all sure to brighten up your day.
Spring heralds the bud burst on the grapevines and the fruit orchards. Granite Belt winemakers consistently produce Queensland’s most awarded wines and each spring they release their latest vintages. Meet them, taste their wines and enjoy some of the local produce prepared by the region’s most enthusiastic cooks and chefs.
Many of the region's great events are held during spring, so why not time your visit for one or more to add a bit of excitement to your stay. Primavera: Granite Belt Spring Style, Warwick’s Rose & Rodeo Festival, Australian Small Winemakers Show, Jazz in the Vineyard, Spring Race Meets, Markets and many other smaller, more intimate affairs.
For those open air enthusiasts, spring on the Southern Downs & Granite Belt offers the perfect time to get back to nature – explore national parks, view spectacular displays of wildflowers, go off road camping and four wheel driving, or relax with some freshwater fishing or horse riding. So whether you're after a midweek bushwalking break or a romantic cottage-bound weekend, spring is the perfect time to visit.
Spring Hot Deals
* Available 1/09/11 to 30/11/11 unless otherwise specified.
Granite Belt
Diamondvale B&B Cottages, Stanthorpe
Tantalising creek-side cottage accommodation
2 nights midweek, 2 adults twin share
Bottle of wine on arrival.
Fresh fruit compote, yoghurt, cereal, juice, bread and jams delivered to your cottage each morning
BBQ pack for one night of your stay
$225 per person, Valid 1 – September till 30 November (excluding school holidays)
(07) 4681 3367
www.diamondvalecottages.com.au
Girraween Country Inn, Ballandean
Situated 900+ metres above sea level on a 37 acre estate borders the Girraween National Park the Inn provides a perfect ‘tree change’. Located close to the local wineries. En suited rooms serviced daily.
HOT DEAL: Regular mid-week Accommodation including breakfast $165per couple
Tariff includes breakfast. Stay 3 nights and pay for 2, $330 per couple
(07) 4683 7109
www.girraweencountryinn.com.au
Granite Belt Wine Country
Celebrate Primavera in the Granite Belt. Lovers of food, wine, culture and nature.get ready to be elevated and indulge the senses. Steeped in European heritage we have celebrated Primavera (Italian for Spring) for generations. Meet the winemakers, providores and artisans of the Granite Belt; and experience in three months of festivities. Download our event program now.
HOT DEAL: Visit our website for Primavera accommodation, restaurant, tour and attraction deals and a chance to win a bottle of Lucas Estate Chardonnay 2006, Top of Class Cairns Wine Show *Check website for terms and conditions..
1800 SO COOL
www.GraniteBeltWineCountry.com.au
Queensland College of Wine Tourism
Experience the seasonal delights with our incredible Spring Hot Deal. Enjoy modern Australian cuisine made from the freshest local produce in our Banca Ridge restaurant. Open for lunch Tuesday – Sunday.
HOT DEAL: An amazing 10% discount. Mention this ad to get offer - Offer valid 01/09/11 to 30/11/11 only – Not valid with any other offer
(07) 4685 5050
http://www.usq.edu.au/qcwt
Vineyard Cottages, Ballandean
Private cottages nestled in established gardens in the small village of Ballandean, 15km south of Stanthorpe and central to the Granite Belt's premier wineries. Award winning onsite licensed restaurant.
HOT DEAL: Spring Mid-week packages (Sun to Thurs) Stay 2 nights save 10%; Stay 3 nights save 15%; Stay 4 nights save 20%
(07) 4684 1270
www.vineyardcottages.com.au
Warwick and Surrounds
Abbey of the Roses, Warwick
Want a relaxing romantic getaway in a unique castle style 120 year old ex convent that won’t break the budget and only 2 hours drive from Brisbane?
HOT DEAL: Book two nights midweek and get 20% off standard room rates – includes continental breakfast each morning. From $149 per couple per night*
*Valid any night any room for stays from 1/9/11 – 30/11/11. Not valid with any other offer, special or deal. Please state offer when booking to receive this special.
07 4661 9777
Goomburra Forest Retreat - Goomburra
Enjoy the tranquility of self-contained, eco-friendly cottages with all the comforts you need for a getaway.
Set amongst forest and mountains, just a short walk to the National Park, creek and waterfalls.
HOT DEAL: Stay 2 nights midweek, 3rd night FREE.
07 4666 6058
www.goomburraforestretreat.com.au
Goomburra Valley Campground, Goomburra
Goomburra Valley Campground
Bush Camping at its Best! Experience the beauty of spring in the bush when everything comes to life….Escape the busy city and camp with hot showers, power and a fireplace. Room for the kids to play while mum and dad relax.
HOT DEAL: Stay for 7 nights and only pay for 6 nights. (not valid Qld/Nsw school holidays)
07 4666 6006
www.goomburravalleycampground.com.au
Guy House B&B, Warwick
HOT DEAL : Imagine yourself staying in historic Guy House B&B Warwick enjoying breakfast on the verandah, not a worry in the world. $65 per person per night includes yummy breakfast. Cosy fire on cold nights. Min. 2 nights stay, Mondays to Thursdays. Visit wineries, national parks – lots of scenic drives.
(07) 4661 7669
www.guyhousebnb.com.au
McNevin’s Warwick Motel and Gunyah Restaurant, Warwick
HOT DEALS: Book a minimum 2 night stay in a standard room for $99 per couple and receive FREE UPGRADE to spa suite (value $130). Offer available Monday – Thursday.
OR
Receive a Free bottle of wine when dining in our Gunyah Restaurant.
(07) 4661 5588
www.mcnevins.com.au
Metro Hotel International, Ipswich
Accommodation for 2 adults and 2 children,
Bottle of wine on arrival
Free undercover parking
Free DVD hire
PLUS - Family pass for 2 adults and 2 children to the Workshop Rail Museum
Cost: $187.00 per family of 4 *subject to availability. Valid 3 September to 30 October.
(07) 3812 8077
www.ipswichinternational.com.au
O’Shanley’s Irish Bar & Restaurant, Clifton
Enjoy our country accommodation, stay 2 nights twin share and receive 3rd night FREE. Enjoy a complimentary Irish drink in the restaurant (Guinness, Kilkenny or Bulmers Irish Cider). Live music every Saturday night. Enjoy the Irish hospitality in an Irish owned and operated hotel.
(07) 4697 3288
www.oshanleys.com.au
Oaklea Cottages, Killarney
HOT DEAL: 2 nights in the Mountains. Enjoy a short stay in the scenic Border Ranges; comfortable accommodation for two people in historic, self-contained “Oaklea School Cottage”. Includes a continental breakfast both mornings and a two course dinner both nights. All inclusive cost $260.
(07) 4664 7161
www.oakleacottages.com.au
Pitstop Lodge, Warwick
3 nights for the price of 2 Midweek or Weekends, including breakfast, $240, depending on availability.
OR
Spring package :- 2 nights accommodation including cooked breakfast both mornings, bottle of wine or champagne on arrival, $260.
07 4661 9393 or 0417 620 648.
www.pitstoplodge.com.au
R on the Downs Bed and Breakfast
An affordable luxury rural retreat in the picturesque Swanfels Valley (only 15 minutes from Warwick) consisting of Federation two storey home, Settlers Cottage and Treehouse. Relax, Refresh, Re-ignite that something special.....
HOT DEALS
2 night weekend in a themed Spa room or Settlers Cottage - $330.00 per couple;
Midweek – 3 nights for the price of 2 in rooms or cottage.
All HOT DEALS include scrumptious breakfast and R on the Downs surprises.
(07) 4664 8587; mobile 0413 936 056
www.r-onthedowns.com