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As the temperatures dip, it’s time to seek out your nearest fireplace for a snug night in. From coastal stays to rainforest retreats, Moreton Bay is home to cottages, farm stays and hinterland escapes that are made for winter weekends.
Think crackling fireplaces, country views, clear starry skies and hot chocolates in hand. Whether you’re planning a romantic retreat, family getaway or countryside escape with friends, these cosy stays will have you embracing winter in style.
Gather the family for a winter getaway at Sandstone Point Holiday Resort, where cool evenings are best spent fireside on the Sunset Deck. Throughout winter, the resort brings back its popular outdoor fire pit sessions every Friday and Saturday night, plus nightly during school holidays.
Settle onto the log benches surrounding the circular brick fireplace and soak up the radiant warmth as the sun goes down. Before heading over, pick up a hot chocolate from the resort cafe and grab marshmallows, chocolate and biscuits from the general store to create the ultimate fireside s’mores.
The winter fun continues during the day too, thanks to pools heated to a perfect 28 degrees and a jacuzzi sitting at a balmy 31 degrees. It’s the ideal mix of relaxed nights and family-friendly fun.
Swap city lights for country skies at Fig Tree Farm, a charming hobby farm nestled among rolling Highvale countryside. Set across five peaceful acres with mountain views in the distance, this stay invites you to slow down and reconnect with nature (and a group of very adorable hobby farm animals).
During the day, little ones can meet the resident pygmy goats, collect freshly laid eggs and hand-feed guinea pigs. Evenings are best spent gathered around the fire pit with a glass of wine in hand, while the kids toast marshmallows and spot constellations above.
The modern homestead combines comfort with country charm, while dual outdoor tubs offer the perfect spot to soak beneath the night sky after a day exploring.
Fire-lit evenings and flower foraging by day? Macadamia House and Floral Farm is a dreamy countryside escape for those wanting a slower pace this winter.
Stay in a beautifully restored 100-year-old Queenslander perched high above Laceys Creek with sweeping views towards Mount Byron and the D’Aguilar Range. Set on a working cut-flower farm, guests can wander through the gardens, pick a fresh bouquet and meet the friendly farm animals before retreating indoors for a softly lit evening by the fire.
Cook up a feast in the modern kitchen before curling up beside the fireplace for a movie night with family or friends. Sleeping up to six guests, it’s the perfect fireside sanctuary for a winter weekend away.
Set amongst 100 acres of vineyards and bushland, Ocean View Estates delivers the ultimate winter winery escape. The property’s Cabernet, Shiraz and Winemaker’s Cottages each feature crackling log-burning fireplaces.
Spend your afternoon wine tasting at the cellar door before settling into the onsite restaurant for a long lunch or comforting dinner overlooking the vines. Then grab a bottle of your favourite red to enjoy back at your cottage.
With vineyard views, country air and glowing fireplaces, this is winter romance at its finest.
Surrounded by rainforest, Mt Glorious Getaways offers the kind of peaceful mountain retreat winter weekends are made for. The spacious Rainforest Homestead is ideal for group getaways, with plenty of room to gather, relax and reconnect.
At the heart of the home sits a striking stone fireplace and mantel. The crackling centrepiece of the living space creates the perfect setting for slow evenings indoors while the rainforest settles outside.
Pair that with misty mornings, towering trees and cool mountain air, and you’ve found the ultimate hinterland hideaway.
Escape to the rainforest at Maiala Park Lodge, a charming bed and breakfast tucked amongst the trees of Mount Glorious. Offering inviting suites as well as the communal main lodge, the lodge is designed for slowing down and embracing the cooler months.
Unwind beside the fireplace in the main lodge while soaking up views stretching towards Moreton Bay. Spend your days exploring nearby hiking trails before returning for a hearty homemade meal from the seasonal winter menu, featuring warming soups, roast meats and comforting desserts.
Slow down and reconnect with nature at Laceys Creek Homestead and Vineyard, a peaceful 110-acre historic farm stay full of rustic charm.
The beautifully restored 1920s Queenslander has been thoughtfully renovated to highlight its original character, with 12-foot ceilings, stained glass casement windows, polished timber floors and a comforting wood fire heater creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
As a working farm, guests can immerse themselves in country life, with chickens, ducks, geese, cattle and even the occasional adventurous goat wandering the property.
Spend your evenings curled up by the fire after days exploring the rolling countryside, vineyard surrounds and peaceful paddocks.
Ready to plan your winter escape? Find more seasonal ideas, cosy experiences and cold-weather adventures in our guide to what to do in winter in Moreton Bay.
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