16 Of The Best Gold Coast Cabins And Cottages To Cosy Up In

Occupying an uber pretty spot on the edge of Springbrook gorge, this architecturally-designed Gold Coast hinterland cabin has views of pretty much everything: mountains, ocean and city. Your cottage sits on two acres of private rainforest and has epic three-metre glass windows so you can grab a glass of something spesh and take it all in.

Stock up on pizza bases and some cheese and tomato, because this pad has a wood-fired pizza oven outside, as well as an actual barbecue pavilion to cater for your every cooking need. Hike your way along the nearby trails or just pour yourself a long hot bath. However you spend your days at this top spot, you'll be surrounded by natural beauty. And there's a fire pit to snuggle up around once the day is done.

Tucked away in the hills a short distance away from Tamborine Mountain in the Gold Coast hinterland, you’ll find this dreamy Gingerbread Cottage. The charming cabin boasts beautiful interiors that’ll make you feel luxe and cosy at the same time.

A veranda wraps around the house where you can barbecue, eat, and sit and read all to the relaxing hum of native birds. Enjoy views of the ocean while enjoying your breakfast and get toasty by the fireplace on the chillier nights. You may just get so comfy you won’t want to leave

Nestled in the heart of Currumbin Valley, this cute and cosy a-frame cabin is perched right next to a tranquil creek, complete with a kayak available for your use during your stay. If you’d prefer to just relax in your little slice of paradise for the weekend, there are plenty of options to do just that, whether it’s gazing into the fire with a glass of wine, reading a good book in the loft bed, or taking a cold plunge in the rock pools if you feel like a Wim Hof style reset. 

While Acute Airbnb is only 15 minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast, you won’t need to leave your tranquil bubble for anything if you pack right—the cabin comes complete with a barbecue, a coffee maker, a kitchen with a stove, oven and SMEG appliances, pantry essentials (including milk) and firewood, not to mention a television, books and luxe linen on the queen bed.

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, this stay is the ultimate farm style retreat. So book yourself in and get ready to snuggle up and roast marshmallows by the fireplace on those frosty winter nights.

Perched amid the trees at Bonogin, and yet minutes from the endless dining options of the Gold Coast, sits this two-bed cabin. 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. You’re also a stroll to a local eatery, coffee shop and general store here, so you won’t even have to make your own cuppa in the morning.

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.

Nothing screams cosy romance like a setting taken straight from the page of a fairytale book. Snuggled amid an enchanted forest that could be filled with pixies and unicorns, The Mouses House Retreat is just a 30-minute drive from the Gold Coast, yet a world away from your every day stresses and worries.

These magical cedarwood cottages are self-contained and fully kitted-out with a fireplace, barbecue, cosy furnishings and some with their own jacuzzi on the deck. Okay, maybe we lied about the pixies and unicorns, but they’ll probably visit you in your dreams at these cosy Gold Coast cabins.

Fancy an adults-only getaway in the heart of the Gold Coast? Look no further than this private retreat that’s perfect for couples. There’s a heap of extras here that’ll make for a romantic stay, including your own private spa pool in the garden and a sauna if you’re in the market for a spot of de-stressing. 

This cabin sits just ten minutes from Robina town centre and has a state-of-the-art home theatre system so you can cuddle up in front of a good movie, plus a swing seat by the outdoor fire pit if a spot of stargazing with your plus one calls.

Craving a cosy rainforest escape with serious wow-factor within driving distance of the Gold Coast? Just over the border of Northern NSW, Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat is the luxury cabin getaway you’ve been dreaming of.  Whether you opt for a cabin, bungalow or lodge, you’ll have complete privacy to slow down and unwind.

The Creekside Pavilion experience is pure magic: a three-hour indulgence complete with a gourmet antipasto spread, wine and private rock pool. It’s the kind of place where daybeds, bubbling creeks, and candlelight come together like a dream. To celebrate something big, or just to escape reality for a while—this is where love stories thrive

So, you want to experience a sustainable, tiny house vacation, but you’re not quite ready to give up the hot tub and the air-con? No problem. Soak your stresses away at Palmer & Gunn, a hidden gem tucked away in the Gold Coast hinterland just outside Springbrook National Park.

Outdoor hot tub: check. Luxurious bedding: check. A burbling creek as your only background noise: check. Soaking in the aforementioned hot-tub under the stars right next to said creek: now we’re talking, and we’re packing our bags already.

Steps away from Purling Brook Falls hiking trail sits this hidden Gold Coast gem. Water & Woods is just 50 minutes from the bright lights of Surfer’s Paradise and yet here you’re surrounded by rainforest. It has heaps of nooks and crannies to while away some hours with a good book.

First stop on the trip to cosy central? The undercover outdoor bath which looks out over towering tree trunks and lush greenery (the champions that own this cabin provide organic bath soap for you to use). We bet you’ll want to gather around the indoor fireplace or the outdoor chiminea too, or grab the portable picnic set and set off for the lookout with cheese, crackers and a bottle of the good stuff.

Pethers Rainforest Retreat brings new meaning to the phrase 'romantic escape'; here you'll find ten sprawling and luxurious cabins nestled away on five hectares of lush rainforest in the Gold Coast hinterland, with an incredible onsite restaurant. If privacy and peaceful seclusion is what you're after, Pethers has it in spades.

Each of the cottages are spacious and meticulously designed—from the huge king bed to the gas fire to the balcony affording stunning rainforest views, every aspect of Pethers has been designed with romance and relaxation at the forefront. Oh, and did we mention the private spa? Yes, every treehouse is kitted out with its own private spa, and the attentive team can even provide rose petals, candles and bubbles if you want to level up the romance.

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 two-person 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. 

Nestled in Tamborine Mountain’s lush rainforest, Witches Falls Cottages are sanctioned as 'adults-only' so you can count on the serenity of chirping birds and crickets, rather than screaming kids.

You’ll love the daily baked bread and breakfast hamper delivery, wood fireplace, fluffy bathrobes, private courtyard garden with barbecue, and all just a very short drive from Tamborine's local wineries and cheese-making factory. Without a doubt, Witches Falls Cottages is one of the best cottage getaways on the Gold Coast.

It’s secluded, serene, and absolutely gorgeous. Bangalow Bails is truly a must if you’re looking for a stay where you can truly unwind and immerse yourselves in tranquillity within driving distance of the Gold Coast. This converted dairy is nestled amongst the hills just outside the town of Bangalow in the Byron Bay Hinterland.

At this wintery getaway, you'll find there is no one else for miles so you can enjoy the scenery, read a book, soak in the outdoor bath, do some yoga—whatever you like—uninterrupted.

If a hilltop spot nestled in the gumtrees with glorious private views tickles your fancy, this Gold Coast Tree House is for you. The sleek, multi-storey tree house is definitely one to write home about. You’ll be gushing over the stunning solid 1.2 ton stone bath, impressive communal hillside pool, and amazing views that stretch around the entire house.

You can also become acquainted with the wildlife as free-ranging peacocks, alpacas and mini goats grace the land, so you’ll really feel at one with nature here. You can also enjoy a touch of wellness in the form of yoga, meditation and pilates tailored to your preferences. Note the internet is provided via satellite so be prepared to go off-grid. 

A picturesque stone cottage with leadlight windows, timber interiors and white walls, Tamborine’s Enchanted Cottage is the kind of house in the woods that'd put Hansel and Gretel on notice. Inside, a suspended fireplace warms the open living space.

Outside, the encroaching woodland blocks out the modern world, and the cottage’s garden is a beautifully landscaped mix of hedges and herb gardens. The Gold Coast hinterland cottage can sleep up to five guests, so it's perfect for a weekend with your coven. And it's just a short drive to the wineries and rainforest walks of Tamborine.