Sightseeing
Public Transport is so convenient from Brisbane Eco-cottage: Only a 7 minute walk from our house and a 20 minute train trip to the city centre.
Trains run every half hour.
Grovely station
Public Transport is so convenient from Brisbane Eco-cottage: Only a 7 minute walk from our house and a 20 minute train trip to the city centre.
Trains run every half hour.
Spend a day wandering the art galleries, swimming in the outdoor pool (free), sitting in cafes overlooking the Brisbane River. Lots of kids playgrounds and activites to keep everyone entertained.
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South Bank Station
Grey StreetSpend a day wandering the art galleries, swimming in the outdoor pool (free), sitting in cafes overlooking the Brisbane River. Lots of kids playgrounds and activites to keep everyone entertained.
Perfect getaway from the city - take a walk through pristine rainforest only 35 minutes drive west of Brisbane Eco-cottage.
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Mount Glorious
Perfect getaway from the city - take a walk through pristine rainforest only 35 minutes drive west of Brisbane Eco-cottage.
Great location to see Brisbane from afar - we love the Botanic Gardens here too. Take a picnic or take High Tea in the cafe.
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Kuta Cafe
1012 Sir Samuel Griffith DrGreat location to see Brisbane from afar - we love the Botanic Gardens here too. Take a picnic or take High Tea in the cafe.
Entertainment & Activities
Pleasant 10 minute walk along Kedron Brook Bikeway (16 kms direct to Nudgee Beach) to this excellent park for kids. Monkey bars, Swings, slides, BBQ, and take some bread to feed the ducks!
Leslie Patrick Park Playground
287 Dawson ParadePleasant 10 minute walk along Kedron Brook Bikeway (16 kms direct to Nudgee Beach) to this excellent park for kids. Monkey bars, Swings, slides, BBQ, and take some bread to feed the ducks!
George Willmore Park
Great local park for kids - modern roundabouts and climbing wall.
Beautiful parklands with waterfalls and excellent kids space - we especially enjoy the Japanese water feature.
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Roma Street Parkland
1 Parkland BlvdBeautiful parklands with waterfalls and excellent kids space - we especially enjoy the Japanese water feature.
Excellent place to meet some Aussie wildlife - hand feed kangaroos, pat wombats and spy on possums and rare sugar gliders. We also enjoy the peaceful walk around Enoggera Reservoir.
Walkabout Creek Function Centre
60 Mount Nebo RdExcellent place to meet some Aussie wildlife - hand feed kangaroos, pat wombats and spy on possums and rare sugar gliders. We also enjoy the peaceful walk around Enoggera Reservoir.
Teralba Park
120 Pullen RdKids playground - short bike ride away with a fun life size maze to hide in.
Essentials
Excellent Farmers Market first sunday of every month and plenty of cafes to choose from.
Blackwood Street
Blackwood StreetExcellent Farmers Market first sunday of every month and plenty of cafes to choose from.
Kmart Arana Hills
11 Patricks RdLocal Coles Supermarket - best place to buy supplies.
Northey Street
Northey StreetFantastic organic farmers markets held every sunday morning. Lovely relaxed vibe.
Everything Else
Visit our clinic for all your relaxation/Chinese Medicine needs. Fully qualified acupuncturist/massage therapist - health rebates available.
Lotus Lake Clinic
6 Budgerigar StVisit our clinic for all your relaxation/Chinese Medicine needs. Fully qualified acupuncturist/massage therapist - health rebates available.
Food Scene
Organic cafe/groceries in trendy neighbourhood.
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Fundies Wholefood Market Paddington
219 Given TerraceOrganic cafe/groceries in trendy neighbourhood.
Pleasant cafe with talking parrot in nearby Samford Valley.
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The Flying Nun Cafe
18-20 Station StPleasant cafe with talking parrot in nearby Samford Valley.
Delicatezza
43 Blackwood StBest deli closest to Brisbane Eco-cottage! Also can't go past their homemade cakes.
Pizza Capers
306 Junction RoadLocal Gourmet Pizza shop.
Arana Court Chinese Restaurant
1 Patricks Rd Best local Chinese Restaurant.
Thai at Grovely
161 Dawson ParadeBest local Thai Restaurant.
Zarraffa's Coffee Grovely
161 Dawson ParadeNearest coffee venue.
Arts & Culture
Great centre for performing arts, located in a renovated powerhouse right on Brisbane River and next to New Farm Park. Check website for latest program of events.
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Brisbane Powerhouse
Great centre for performing arts, located in a renovated powerhouse right on Brisbane River and next to New Farm Park. Check website for latest program of events.