Title: Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature Holiday home in Laidley South with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool - Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature (Laidley South)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61380000/61374200/61374108/9d091e89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo - Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature (Laidley South)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61380000/61374200/61374108/dda339d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature (Laidley South)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61380000/61374200/61374108/8eae9e89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature (Laidley South)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61380000/61374200/61374108/10bba7f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature (Laidley South)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61380000/61374200/61374108/2b65a193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lockyer Valley at Spotted Gum. Experience the perfect blend of off-grid living and luxurious family entertainment with a spacious open-plan deck, kitchen, plunge pool, undercover deck area for year-round entertaining and fire pit to take full advantage of uninterrupted views. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature Spotted Gum is a beautifully laid out self-sufficient 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home established on 12 acres of native bushland is completely off-grid, gloriously private, and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Lockyer Valley landscape. Located just 10-minutes from Laidley’s town centre, and a further 60-minutes to Brisbane, this unique property presents an entry to the highly sought-after Australian off grid lifestyle paired with luxurious family living and entertaining. Inside, the home showcases an aesthetic of harmonious simplicity and uninhibited openness. The warmth of the afternoon sun and truly captivating views of the mountains are welcomed into the spacious open-plan deck and living area, creating an unparalleled living experience. The kitchen integrates modern contemporary design and functionality seamlessly, boasting a large country cooker and an extensive open pantry with all the modern appliances. Outside, there are multiple areas to host family and friends. The undercover deck area is great for entertaining year-round and is connected to a plunge pool and the fire pit area which take full advantage of the properties location and uninterrupted views across the Lockyer Valley. Access to the property is via a 3km graded dirt road which is accessible by normal 2WD vehicles and is surrounded by native bush land with cleared walking trails and endless mountain bike tracks across the road at Spicers Hidden Vale. Take delight in the abundant bird life and entertain in the evening and watch the sun set behind the hills before enjoying the spectacular night sky by the camp fire. Laidley is a quiet township which has promoted itself the 'Country Garden of Queensland' because the rich, dark soils which surround the town and support mixed farming, vegetable growing for the Brisbane markets, dairying and cotton. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17670000/17668500/17668457/7d9d42f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Trip Motel Gatton Gatton - Pet-friendly - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Note from host: Parties accepted with 10 guests max Long-term renters welcome 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Private Mountain Retreat Laidley South Private Mountain Retreat Private vacation home Private Mountain Retreat Private vacation home Laidley South ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-27.68263%2C152.39607&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9Q2cpX2epRR5Le8koYxAPnijQ70=) Laidley South, QLD #### What's nearby - Old Hiddenvale Nature Refuge \- 41 min drive \- 17.6 miles - Willowbank Raceway \- 57 min drive \- 36.9 miles - Queensland Raceway \- 59 min drive \- 37.9 miles #### Getting around - Laidley Station - 17 min drive - Grandchester Station - 22 min drive - Toowoomba, QLD (TWB) - 65 min drive #### Restaurants - Queensland National Hotel - ‪The Exchange Hotel - ‬17 min drive - ‪Mulgowie Hotel/Pub - ‬12 min drive - ‪Homage Restaurant - ‬29 min drive - ‪Laidley Hotel - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature have a pool? ### Is Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature? ### What time is check-in at Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature? ### What time is check-out at Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature? ### Where is Spotted Gum - A Tranquil Mountain Retreat Surrounded by Nature located? ## Have a question? 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