16 Of The Best Winter Cabins Near Brisbane For The Cosiest Stay

There's plenty of ways to get warm in this stunning cabin in the Gold Coast hinterland, just over an hour from Brisbane. Whether you want to sit around the outdoor firepit with a mug of hot chocolate, sink into a blissful bubble bath or sweat it out in the private cedar lined sauna, this Airbnb has you covered for the best weekend away.

With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the surrounding forest, you might even catch sight of a wallaby by dusk as you curl up on the leather couch. Gorgeously decorated with a vintage, country feel, the cabin has its own kitchenette complete with freshly laid eggs from the properties rescue chickens when available. 

As far as tiny cabins go, this one's as cute as they come—and super eco-friendly, too. The tiny house rests near a bubbling creek, just over an hour’s drive from Brisbane, and has an outdoor kitchen, vintage cast iron bathtub inside, and outdoor hot tub for soaking in. 

Nearby Springbrook National Park makes for a glorious early morning walk, while the spotty phone reception forces you to really unwind—whatever you do, don't forget the reading materials.

Whether you’re escaping to the country or just trying to escape the brutality of winter in the city,  Beam Creek Cottage can simultaneously accommodate both. The hinterland hideaway, 15 minutes out of Maleny, offers a little something for everyone.

The expansive family style living room boasts a cosy indoor fireplace and multiple couches to keep you relaxed and horizontal for the duration of your stay, or you can snug up on the expansive Queenslander style veranda with breathtaking views and the warmth of their outdoor chiminea (think clay vertical chimney).

Do we even need to mention the bathtub for long soaks and huge country kitchen? 

She's chic, she's cosy, and she's begging for a spot on your Insta feed. The latest accommodation option at Joints in Byron (which houses four adorable cabins), Friday Hut is a wood-textured, minimalist's dream, with a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom and cosy living spaces, plus access to the communal fire pit and veggie garden. 

You can always duck into Byron for the essentials, but we reckon you'd be crazy to leave when "home" looks this good and there’s a hammered copper outdoor bathtub to chillax in. Pour yourself a splash of something tasty, take to your private courtyard and get soaking, stat.

There's nothing like a getaway that you can really call home, and this stunning villa nestled under a 500-year-old fig tree, just five minutes from all the fun stuff of Byron Bay, offers exactly that. 

This Airbnb is gorgeously styled, with pendant lights, wooden floors and antique touches. You’ve got epic surroundings to meander around too—a couple of acres and a creek to explore. 

You can cook up a hearty storm in the kitchen (we suggest dining at the round table out on the back deck), soak in the bathtub or cuddle up on the balcony. With Byron so close for sips and eats too, you’ll be spoilt for choice on what to do.

You might not be able to escape to the wooded forests of Canada right now, but we've got the next best thing. Walk through a winding forest path bordering on national park, and you'll reach the stunning Eh Frame.

Inspired by the Canadian mid-century A-frame design, this unique Airbnb boasts exposed timber beams, a beautiful sleeping loft bedroom, top-of-the-range appliances and vintage decor.

Nestled in Noosa National Park, a couple of hours from Brisbane, you'll be surrounded by the resident koalas and feel like you're immersed by nature, while still being close to the sleepy Sunshine Beach village.

If a friend has come back from Montville raving about a cottage getaway they just experienced, chances are they’re talking about Narrows Escape. 

This rainforest retreat, around 90 minutes out of Brisbane, offers you the option to curl up in a hammock with your fave book, tramp through the forest and explore and feast on complimentary choccies and a breakfast basket full of local goodies provided by your generous hosts. Where do we sign up?

The property boasts eight charming cabins, located close to the entrance of Queensland’s Great Walk (so bring those comfy shoes), but if chilling is more your thing you can always take to the spa bath and get those bubbles rolling in.

Set on a 15-acre farm on the edge of the rainforest, Mountain Top Farm House is an epic pick for a little wintery getaway. Within ten minutes from Nimbin and about two-and-a-half hours from Brisbane, you can kick back in the comfy renovated cottage with all the modern amenities you would need, a roaring fireplace, and even a loft for some morning yoga. 

The peeps that own this place are all about low-tox, eco-conscious living, so expect all-natural materials like iron cookware, cotton and linen bedding, plus a lovely organic garden outside that you’re welcome to pick from.

Rug up in the morning or early evening to see birds, kangaroos, bandicoots and koalas before a long soak in the generous tub overlooking the property. 

We're going to warn you straight up: when you see the interiors at the 100-year-old Rangeview Cottage, you will want to move in forever. Luckily, it's available to book for cosy weekends away so you can fully immerse yourself in its seriously charming aesthetic.

This place hosts four guests in a stunning spot near the charming town of Eumundi. Aspiring chefs will love the full kitchen, while the cosy vibes come from the charming lounge and dining areas and wood-burning fireplace. We have a feeling you'll be booking a return visit as soon as you step inside.

Trundle on up to this quaint white weatherboard cottage close to Stanthorpe’s town centre and you’re in for a good surprise. It’s a romantic spot, within a toddle of walking tracks, shops, cafes and eateries, and it’s got a gorgeous spiral staircase at the heart of the home.

Wind your way up the stairs and you’ll find a loft bedroom with a queen bed and French doors that open up to your own private balcony. Downstairs, you’ll find a full kitchen, bathroom and living space, plus a wood-burning fireplace for cosy nights in.

We love that the hosts here allow one small pet for a small additional fee, and it’s got a fire pit outside so you can hang with the Furry One come nightfall, with a glass of something tasty perhaps.

Dreaming of the perfect countryside escape within a drive of the Gold Coast? Then this cosy hinterland cabin stay nestled on 18 acres of woodland at Tamborine Mountain has your name written all over it. 

Boasting the most striking warm, wooden interiors and rustic décor, your Airbnb is the ultimate farm style retreat. We love how the indoors here opens up onto a big timber deck so you can hang with the gang with ease. 

There’s a barbecue for group feasts later, and a fire pit which sits in a lovely spot among the lavender. Book yourself in and get ready to snuggle up for some mandatory marshmallow toasting.

You’re only 35 minutes’ drive from Brisbane at this adults-only log cabin, but it’ll feel like the hustle and bustle of city life is an actual world away. 

Sip on your complimentary bottle of bubbles and take in the serenity of the surrounding 16 acres of protected bushland. There's an outdoor hot tub for soaking in after a day spent exploring and a cosy queen size bed that will see you right come snooze time. 

Snacks calling? No worries. There's a character-filled kitchenette as well as an outdoor barbecue on the deck that you can fire up come sausage sizzle o’clock.

Treat your other half to a romantic break at this Sunshine Coast Hinterland stay, an hour and a half north of Brisbane, and you’ll be in the good books for a while.

Your home away from home is tucked away on a 50-acre hobby farm and is an enchanting timber-lined space that’s been crafted from repurposed materials. Enjoy the view from your queen size bed on the first morning before tucking into your complimentary breakfast hamper at the solid wooden kitchen table. 

Come nightfall, you can bathe together with your plus one in the twin outdoor baths before cosying up in front of the firepit and gazing at the stars.  

There’s a whole heap of thoughtful touches that make this cosy cabin, less than 50 minutes from the Gold Coast and an hour and a half from Brisbane, super special. 

You’re surrounded by rainforest here and mere footsteps from the Purling Brook Falls hiking trails, but it’s your tiny forest home, perched under a canopy of trees, that really packs a punch. 

Your private outdoor hot tub is under cover, and yet you’ll feel like you’re literally in the trees as you lather up with the complimentary organic bath soap provided. There’s an indoor fireplace, an outdoor chiminea, and dining spots galore—including your very own portable picnic set you can take to the lookout with a bottle of the good stuff.  

Horses, cattle and the cutest tiny home you’ve ever seen—welcome to The Hidden Speckle. She’s tucked away less than three hours from Brisbane on a large private section of a family farm in the Byron Hinterland. Trundle on in and expect epic valley views and large glass doors that let all that natural beauty stream right inside. 

Unpack and prepare yourself for a long hot soak in the cast iron outdoor bath. It sits snugly on your private outdoor deck and is strewn with fairy lights so a sesh at nighttime paired with a glass of something lovely and a spot of stargazing is just the thing to do.

Tomorrow you can venture to Minyon Falls for a hike or head to the nearby village where you’ll find cafes and markets to browse. Back at base later you can fire up the Ziggy barbecue and settle in for a feast.

Perched amid the trees at Bonogin, and yet minutes from the endless dining options of the Gold Coast, sits this two-bed cabin retreat. Pack the hiking boots, because this place sits at the back of Springbrook National Park with a variety of walking and nature activities at your fingertips. 

The peeps that own this place provide you with a breakfast basket on arrival so you’re all set on your first day. Why not hike to the top of Bally Mountain and enjoy the stunning views before heading back to base to curl up around the indoor fireplace or take a soak in the claw-foot bath.

There’s a piano to play with if you’re feeling in the mood, and a huge covered outdoor entertaining space where you’ll be tempted to fire up the barbecue come sunset.