Lodge Review: Banjo’s Retreat, Amiens (Near Stanthorpe)

This was a departure from my usual eco-lodge style of traveling although at the end of the day it was much the same for birding purposes.  Cobb ‘n’ Co is a group of 4 privately owned cabins that are for rent and can accommodate families or small groups.  All 4 are beautifully situated in the bushland villages near Stanthorpe and convenient to Girraween and surrounding birding areas.

Girraween2Since I needed 3 private bedrooms, I went with Banjo’s Retreat.  All cabins are near each other and easy to find if you follow the directions provided.  The location is in gorgeous bushland with lots of birds about!

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Keep an eye out for birds while having breakfast!

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These interior shots require the usual WordPress neck exercise, sorry for that!  I don’t know how to make it stop turning the photos like that.

IMG_8996 IMG_8997 IMG_8994You need to book the cabin directly with the owner in advance, especially if you want a weekend or public holiday.  If it’s a slow season you may be able to negotiate a better rate if it’s midweek.  It’s worth it to have neighbors like these!

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