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Eighteen Mile Homestead ~ escape from hustle & bustle!

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A poolside area with a covered seating area, lounge chairs, and a pool.
A fire pit with logs, surrounded by rocks and grass, in a garden area with trees and a building in the background.
A natural landscape with a stream, trees, and a fallen tree branch.
A covered outdoor dining area with a pool view, wooden deck, and surrounding greenery.
A mountainous landscape with dense forest in the foreground and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 15•7 bedrooms•8 beds

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Darlington, QLD
  • Place, Hillview Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Carhill Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Burgess Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Eighteen Mile Homestead ~ escape from hustle & bustle!

The Homestead is a spacious and family-friendly holiday retreat, just 90 minutes from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Nestled in the delightful Lost World part of Scenic Rim QLD, it offers the perfect getaway for relaxation and nature immersion.

Privately positioned in the heart of a 500-acre property, the homestead is surrounded by captivating mountains and a meandering, invigorating river— all waiting to be explored by guests.

Eighteen Mile Cottage (sleeps 4) is also an option on the wider property for guest bookings: Eighteen Mile Cottage - river access with breathtaking views! - Darlington | Stayz

For more than 50 years, the property owners ran a dairy farm before transitioning to beef cattle farming and fodder cropping, which still continues in the surrounding paddocks today. Occasionally, guests have the opportunity to observe farm activities during their stay.

The homestead is conveniently located approximately 5 km from an entrance to Lamington National Park, offering fantastic opportunities for picnicking, rock-hopping, swimming, and exploring the natural beauty of the region.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
With prior approval. Not permitted inside house.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Finer details are provided with guests arrival information.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pet Owners: Pets are not permitted inside the cottage. Use of the verandahs and yard area is available. A run lead may be necessary to bring for dogs.
It can be used by the confirmed guests only. Additional visitors are not permitted without prior approval from the owner
You may be asked for a photo id, details about your group and purpose of your trip. Booking may be cancelled if any of the above info is not provided.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9076962
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Darlington

Darlington is home to this holiday home. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Rathdowney Information Centre & Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gondwana Rainforests of Australia and Mount Chinghee National Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Darlington, QLD

What's nearby

  • Hillview Park - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Carhill Park - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Burgess Park - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Thunderbird Park - 52 min drive - 71.6 km
  • Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk - 54 min drive - 73.9 km

Getting around

  • Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Reilly's Mountain Café & Gifts - ‬112 min drive
  • ‪O'Reilly's Bar - ‬98 min drive
  • ‪Christmas Creek Cafe & Cabins - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Dining Room - ‬96 min drive
  • ‪Mountview Alpaca Farm - ‬98 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Eighteen Mile Homestead ~ escape from hustle & bustle! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Eighteen Mile Homestead ~ escape from hustle & bustle! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Eighteen Mile Homestead ~ escape from hustle & bustle! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Eighteen Mile Homestead ~ escape from hustle & bustle! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eighteen Mile Homestead ~ escape from hustle & bustle! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eighteen Mile Homestead ~ escape from hustle & bustle! located?

Set in Darlington, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, Hillview Park and Carhill Park. Burgess Park and Mount Chinghee National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was everything we asked for. The communication with Robyn was smooth and always a quick response. Overall an excellent relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2026
Thanks Peter! It was a pleasure to host you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second stay at this property. It is spacious, clean and very well stocked with everything you could need.The pool and deck area is lovely and the location is a lovely peaceful area that is quiet and private.Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house, beautiful location, and great host. Pool, Ping Pong, Bushwalks and creek swims. Perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming hosts. The house was very well equipped with kitchen items, toys, linen. Plenty of room for large families or friend groups. Enjoyed the stay and surroundings very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property - it was our 3rd time staying with our group of friends. There is lots of space and the kids loved the pool. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenny T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was fab , our kinda era !! pool was great, outside area perfect for our group.Beds were also comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lecia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our weekend at Eighteen Mile Homestead! Super family friendly, relaxed vibe, no stress and so so much to offer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was ideal for our family gathering comprising 14 people aged from 3 to 81The pool and Pergola were a feature as was the games room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property and a wonderful stay!

The house was excellent for an annual ladies weekend, Plenty of room and everything we needed for our stay. Great location, would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so welcoming, spacious and had absolutely everything we needed and more for our girls weekend away. 7 of us enjoyed every minute. Relaxing by the pool on the outdoor deck was so relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good retreat option

Good property for a small getaway with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely host and lovely property, well equipped and very clean. Everything we needed for a family weekend away, the hike to the ridge was great though longer than anticipated! Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for our large family group. Plenty of space to relax and play. The separate sleeping wings of the house were especially suited to our needs. The pool and outdoor seating area were fabulous. The kitchen and BBQ area were set out well and easy to use. Communication with the host and contact once we arrived was friendly and full of information. We will definitely be going back for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely property. So well stocked, they’ve thought of everything! Lovely deck and pool area. Spacious house with plenty of room for all the family. Very clean and well maintained. Great quiet location surrounded by nature. Thank you for a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place, great experience

Absolutely loved our family stay at 18 Mile Homestead. So much room, everything you could want for a large family getaway in a perfect location. Lovely welcome from Jan and great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mid winter getaway

Great place to stay with a group of people. Loved the location and the quiet. Fire pit was a favourite
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Perfect for large groups to getaway and re-connect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Family getaway

Superior home with all amenities you could wish for. Plenty of space, both inside and out. We enjoied our stay immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic getaway for a break

Perfect for what we wanted - which was being able to enjoy time together with friends in a great location and property. We enjoyed the pool and walks. Well appointed and comfortable accommodation with lots of great little areas for relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family birthday celebration

We loved our stay at the homestead. The children enjoyed running around outside playing games and swimming in the pool. We all enjoyed the firepit and sitting on the deck watching the wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2025
Thanks Jacqueline! Look forward to hopefully welcoming you and your family back one day.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

Loved the house, cozy and comfortable. Plenty of room for everyone. Fully stocked with all appliances and plates etc
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extended Family Get Together

A Fantastic place for an extended family to getaway and re-connect. Immersed in Nature with Bush walks and creek exploring. The Homestead has a Comfortable and Homely feel, equiped with all you need for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

Wonderful location for adults, children and pets. Everyone had an area they could enjoy and the dogs loved running around. The games and kids toys were also a hit. The family all loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Viththiya I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exalent property

Marvellous experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eighteen Mile Homestead

We had a wonderfully relaxing and peaceful time. As a large family, the Homestead was a perfect setting for us. We would happily recommend this homestay to our friends and other families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robyn Olsson

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I am passionate about providing excellent holiday accommodation and service to our guests!
Married with five children, I understand the importance of great family holidays. Some of our fondest memories have come about from past times spent together at family-friendly holiday locations.
My husband, Murray, spent most of his growing up years at this property. He, along with three of our sons currently run a beef cattle farm in the surrounding paddocks of both the cottage and homestead. Murray is also really enthusiastic about sharing this fantastic property with guests, as does his dear mum, Jan.

Why they chose this property

Only a 90 minute drive from Brisbane CBD and the Gold Coast.
Family owned and operated property for four decades.
Excellent for families and groups of all ages.
A very homey, comfortable and spacious house.
Large deck situated beside an in-ground swimming pool with views of the surrounding countryside.
Location private and scenic, a part of Scenic Rim Queensland.
Inground private swimming pool with large deck close beside.
Close access to Albert River which runs through the Eighteen Mile property.
Opportunities to hike and explore, including nearby access to Lamington National Park. Opportunities to see a beef cattle farm in operation, and sometimes guests enjoy participating a little.
Outdoor and indoor fire areas, excellent for private campfire experience.
Table tennis and board games available.

What makes this property unique

Relatively close to city life (Brisbane) though very much 'away from it all.'
Eighteen Mile Homestead offers the ability to experience genuine Australian bushland/countryside plus beef cattle and small crops farming without having to travel very many kilometres to do so.
Great, open, dark skies at night for stargazing.
Ability for outdoor campfires - cooking plate provided.

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English

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