Cosy Family Retreat in the heart of the Granite Belt!

Top rated by guests
Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior
Terrace/patio
review stars
9.8Outstanding
(139 Ratings)
Guests loved the well-equipped, comfortable house with beautiful views, spacious rooms, outdoor fire pit, warm atmosphere, and friendly hosts. The property offers a relaxing, tranquil escape with all amenities for a perfect stay.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(139 Ratings)

House in Ballandean

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental


'Pepper Tree' is a cosy country house with self contained accomodation in the Granite Belt Region of Southern Queensland.

We are situated on a farm close to some of the most popular attractions of the region.

We have been welcoming guests to our place for over 7 years and many of our guests return year on year leaving wonderful reviews!

This tastefully renovated old farmhouse is an ideal base from which to explore the local wineries, national parks, restaurants, antiques & shops specialising in handmade soaps, chocolates, berries, local cheeses & coffee.

We are also fully compliant for wheelchair & wheelie walker access*

'Pepper Tree' is fully airconditioned.

'Pepper Tree' is situated only 5 mins from the renowned Girraween [meaning place of flowers] National Park.

This beautiful national park is famous for it's walking tracks, wildflowers, rock climbing, granite outcrops & water courses & is one of the most popular national parks in Queensland.

We are next door to the award winning Pyramids Road Winery.

And 5 mins drive to the very popular Balancing Heart Winery serving great pizzas!
Balancing Heart's Winemaker is the only Queenslander to win Australian Winemaker of the Year.

On the way to the Girraween National Park call into the 'Chocolate Cottage' for a great
coffee [or hot chocolate] and delicious chocolate treats!

LIVING AREAS
'Pepper Tree' has 3 separate living areas ideal for multi generational visitors
> television
> games & book exchange area with table & bench seating
> wood heater [wood provided]
> piano

KITCHEN
> country style kitchen
> fully equipped for cooking
> a large dining table & chairs with table mats & napkins,
opening onto a small deck with a separate small table & chairs
> tea, coffee & condiments are provided
> filtered rain water on tap

BEDROOMS
2 Queen bedrooms
1 twin bedroom
1 single room with ceiling fan

All bedrooms have
> quality cotton linen
> bedside tables with separate bedside lamps
> large antique dressing tables with full length mirrors
> both queen bedrooms and the twin bedroom have space to access beds in a wheelchair*
*please checkout photos

BATHROOM
The beautifully appointed bathroom has
> a floor level shower with grab rails*
> wheelchair accessible toilet with grab rail*
> 2 basins - one with wheelchair access*
> under floor heating in Winter
please check out the photos

There is also a 2nd separate toilet

The large front veranda has a family sized barbecue & outdoor dining furniture from which to watch our beautiful sunsets sinking below the distant mountains & lake.

There is also a ramp with rails built to wheelchair accessible specifications and space to park a car at the base of the ramp
please check out the photos.

OUTSIDE
> a large fully fenced yard
> a large outside fire pit [wood provided]
> a pergola garden with fresh herbs beside a small terrace with garden furniture.

We welcome pets on request.

Over the last 7 years 'Pepper Tree' has become a popular stay for family get togethers & couples alike.

We look forward to welcoming you to our special place on the Granite Belt in Queensland.

Amenities at Cosy Family Retreat in the heart of the Granite Belt!

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Ballandean


Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(139 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Guests loved the well-equipped, comfortable house with beautiful views, spacious rooms, outdoor fire pit, warm atmosphere, and friendly hosts. The property offers a relaxing, tranquil escape with all amenities for a perfect stay.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Everything was very clean and the house was set up to be very inviting from the moment you walked in. The kitchen had everything needed for general cooking purposes. Games were supplied as was wood for the fire and the towels smelt amazing and were fluffy and white. We’d love to return. A second bathroom would be a great addition- but we know this is an expensive thing to change. At least there was a second toilet.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
We loved our stay at Pepper Tree. Mary has thought of everything to make this beautiful property comfortable for guests and she is easily contactable if needed. Perfect location to explore the Girraween National Park and local vineyards. All within minutes of the property.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
We had a fantastic stay! The home was exceptionally clean and beautifully presented, with a well stocked kitchen that made meal prep easy and enjoyable. It’s in a great location just a short, scenic drive to some amazing local wineries like Pyramid Road Wines and Balancing Heart Vineyard.Our favourite part was spending the evenings around the fireplace, playing games and sipping on the wines we’d picked up during the day.The bathroom was modern and spotless, with great water pressure and plenty of hot water. Beds were super comfortable we all slept really well.Mary was a breeze to communicate with, and the check-in process was seamless. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing, wine-filled escape!
5 / 10·Jul 2022
Our yearly winter trip to Pepper Tree is something our family looks forwards to each year. The dogs were very happy running around in the large enclosed property and we always enjoy too many toasted marshmallows at the firepit. Thank you Mary for your warm welcome. Can't wait to come back again next year :)

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Cosy Family Retreat in the heart of the Granite Belt!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Cosy Family Retreat in the heart of the Granite Belt! pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Cosy Family Retreat in the heart of the Granite Belt!?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.