Lost World River Retreat

Located in the Lost World Valley on the banks of the Albert River, Lost World River Retreat is a luxurious, self-contained, 2 bedroom guesthouse that caters for up to 6 people in air-conditioned comfort. Spend lazy days relaxing by the 25 metre pool, explore the many private waterholes where you can swim or picnic in nature, and stargaze by the fire at night. There's a playground, fruit orchards, landscaped rainforest, as well as a variety of birds and native flora and fauna to enjoy. At Lost World River Retreat, you can spend days roaming the beautiful natural surroundings, swimming in the private waterholes, picnicking riverside, sampling nature’s harvest in our fruit orchards, or enjoying the 25 metre swimming pool. When the river is full you can ride the rubber tubes through the white water, heaps of fun for the whole family! Native animals frequently seen on the property include koalas, kangaroos, platypus, echidnas, goannas, possums, as well as an abundance of native birds, including kookaburras, black and white cockatoos, tawny frog mouths, galahs, kingfishers and lorikeets. It truly is a nature lovers paradise! Our eclectic flock of poultry includes peacocks, chickens, ducks, turkeys, and guinea fowl. Be entertained as they roam free-range around the property, foraging for worms and insects. Our beautiful goats help to maintain our river slopes. They’re very friendly and love to be patted. Growing seasonally on the property are peaches, plums, grapes, pears, pomegranates, oranges, mandarins, grapefruit, lemons, limes, avocados, mulberries, blackberries, cumquats, figs, olives, pecans, walnuts, macadamia nuts, as well as an abundance of wild mint growing by the river banks. We welcome guests to sample the fruits and nuts from the property. We just ask that you leave some on the trees for our future guests to enjoy. An orchestra of crickets, cicadas and frogs livens the night at Lost World River Retreat. Toast marshmallows in your private firepit. Gaze upwards and look out for shooting stars and passing satellites. We are blessed with clear skies for fantastic star watching. Guests have exclusive access to the Guest House and it's fully fenced outdoor yard including private fire pit and covered deck with BBQ for alfresco dining. The 25 metre pool and other parts of the property are spaces that will be shared with us. With 6.5 acres of land and nearly 500 metres of river frontage, there is plenty of room to explore and find your own spot for a private riverside picnic and swim. Our home is a separate stand alone structure that is separated by an undercover walkway with privacy gate and fence. We allow guests their privacy but are on site to help you with anything you need and give directions on places to explore. On most occasions I will be present at the property, along with my husband, Andrew, and our 8 year old son, Lenny. Our home is separate to the guest house and separated by a privacy gate and fence, although there is an attached covered walkway that connects the 2 homes. If not present at the time you stay, I will be available by phone 24 hours per day and I'll ensure you have thorough instructions on how to access the guest house and other details necessary for your stay. Lost World River Retreat is located in the Lost World Valley, in the Scenic Rim region of SE Queensland. An easy 1.5 hour drive from Brisbane or the Gold Coast, the valley is a place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in nature. As you drive into the scenic Lost World Valley, it soon becomes apparent why it was named as such. The top of the valley sits below the rugged "Green Mountains" edge of the Lamington National Park. Razorback Mountain and Lamington Plateau form a dramatic backdrop to lush green pastures and the crystal clear rock pools of the upper reaches of the Albert River. We are happy to share directions to some stunning nearby hidden waterholes, which you are likely to enjoy all to yourself. The adjacent valley of Christmas Creek (20 minutes drive) is a beautiful place to explore. You can enjoy a coffee and breakfast at the charming Christmas Creek Cafe, take a scenic hike to Westray's Grave or a more serious hike to the Stinson plane wreck site or the stunning Larapinta falls. You will need a car to get here and to explore the area. Children must be supervised in the pool area and playground by an adult at all times. The pool and facilities are available for guest use but are used at your own risk.