Cedar Glen Farmstay – Darlington

Cedar Glen Farmstay is a historic and authentic country retreat, offering an immersive farm experience in the spectacular Lost World Valley of the Scenic Rim. This fourth-generation working farm, nestled alongside the crystal-clear Albert River, provides a genuine escape into the beauty and tranquillity of rural Queensland. The farm stay is renowned for its hands-on activities that cater especially to families, creating a memorable and educational holiday. Guests can participate in everything from feeding the farm animals and milking the cows to cracking a stockwhip and making billy tea and damper over a campfire. Horse riding is a major highlight, with guided trail rides through the property’s stunning mountain and valley scenery. The camping offered is a beautiful, back-to-nature experience, with secluded, unpowered sites set on lush green lawns beside the river. It’s perfect for self-contained campers who appreciate space and serenity. The facilities are clean and well-maintained, including hot showers and toilets. The entire property encourages exploration, with beautiful swimming holes in the river and bushwalking trails leading into the surrounding hills, which are part of the Lamington National Park. For a true Australian farm experience steeped in history and surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, Cedar Glen Farmstay is a premier destination.

Cedar Glen Farmstay – QLD Location Map

Cedar Glen Farmstay

Address: 3338 Kerry Rd, Darlington QLD 4285
Website: cedarglen.com.au
GPS Coordinates: -28.24618, 153.06988

Site Information

• Location: In the Lost World Valley, Darlington, part of the Scenic Rim region.
• Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, and smaller off-road caravans. Access may be tight for large rigs.
• Road Access: Sealed road for most of the way, with a final stretch of good quality gravel road.
• Site Surface: Large, grassy, and well-maintained sites.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, this is a paid farm stay. Bookings are essential.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with management when booking.
• Number of Un-powered Sites: Numerous spacious unpowered sites available.
• Facilities: Toilets, hot showers, camp kitchen area, rubbish bins.
• Picnic Tables: Yes, available in common areas.
• Potable Water: Yes, potable water is available.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Very limited to non-existent. A true escape.
• TV Reception: No.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Permitted in designated fire pits. Firewood is often for sale.
• Generator Use: Check with management, generally discouraged to maintain peace.
• Number of Sites Available: Many sites across the property.
• Essentials to Bring: All food and drink supplies.
• Pet Friendly: No, pets are not permitted at this farm stay.
• Fishing: Yes, fishing in the Albert River is possible.
• Short Walks: Excellent walking and hiking tracks throughout the property and into Lamington National Park.

Local Amenities

This is a remote farm stay. The nearest town with significant services is Beaudesert.

• Local Pubs:
  • The Rathdowney Hotel (approx. 35 km)
  • The Veresdale Hotel (approx. 45 km)
  • Beaudesert Hotel (approx. 50 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • The farm stay offers its own dining packages. Otherwise, pubs and cafes in Rathdowney or Beaudesert.
• Local Attractions:
  • Farm activities and horse riding (onsite)
  • Lamington National Park (Green Mountains section)
  • The Lost World Valley scenic drive
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • This is a campground. Other options include Darlington Park and parks in Beaudesert.
• Next Free Camps:
  • No official free camps in the immediate Scenic Rim area due to its national park status.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A public dump point is available at the Beaudesert Showgrounds.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • The nearest reliable fuel is in Beaudesert.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available onsite or in Beaudesert.
• Public Toilets:
  • Available onsite.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

The Scenic Rim has a subtropical highland climate with four distinct seasons, cooler than the coast.