Chatanta Cottage - Off Grid Country Stay

Escape to our haven in the Somerset region, a short drive from Brisbane, situated on our 30 acre property. Relax and enjoy your morning coffee on the deck, soaking up the peaceful atmosphere. Unplug, and reconnect with nature in our off-grid shipping container, with outdoor bathroom, while still enjoying all the essentials, which are run off solar power. Embrace the tranquility and savour the simple pleasures in life. We welcome guests of all race,faiths,genders and are lgbtq + friendly. The space Our eco-friendly amenities ensure your stay is as gentle on the planet, as it is on your spirit. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving some time away from the hustle and bustle of city life, our charming, outdoor shipping container retreat, with outdoor bathroom, offers the perfect blend of romance, luxury, and eco-friendly living. Enjoy a luxurious queen bed, with deluxe linen, and a fully equipped kitchenette space, with minimal cooking facilities provided on a one plate gas cooker. The kitchenette is stocked with all the basic necessities you will need for a short stay, including coffee, tea, milk, biscuits, oil, butter, alfoil, clingwrap, salt, pepper and spices. A bar fridge/freezer is located on the outdoor deck. Outdoor BBQ cooking facilities are also located on the deck, with grill and hot plate. Wake up to a beautiful vista each morning, with a small dam glistening in the early light. Calm your mind by sinking deep into our beautiful outdoor, wood-fire heated bathtub, as you connect with all the natural beauty around you. You will need to be patient though, as the heating of the bathtub is a slow process, but the wait will be worth it! Relax by the inviting outdoor fire pit, with a glass of wine under the star studded sky. Firewood is provided, as well as marshmallows, and a swing grill is available, for those who enjoy cooking in a traditional way over the fire. ( Please note, if there is an official fire ban in place, issued by the QLD Fire Department, the above two amenities will not be available for you to use. This is unfortunately a situation we have no control over.) The property boasts an outdoor bathroom, with steaming hot shower, and luxury bath products. (Please note, the bathroom is only accessible from outside, and is situated at the back of the shipping container.) Imagine taking a hot shower while overlooking the bush, with a thoughtfully placed window in the shower area. Please note, an environmentally friendly, sustainable, water saving composting toilet is located in the outdoor bathroom space. To help you relax and get into to holiday mode, we have games and books available, as well as a sketching pad and pencils to encourage the hidden artist in you! Other things to note: Chatanta Cottage is meant to feel rustic. Think glamping ..... , but a step up. Guests who are not seeking modern amenities, and who enjoy nature and being outdoors, will love this space. We warmly welcome guests of all race,faiths,genders and all LGBTQ+ members. This is an adult only retreat, with a no pet policy, and strictly no smoking permitted. Gates that you need to open to access the property MUST be closed afterwards, and kept closed. Chatanta Cottage sits on our 30 acre property, where we also live and conduct general farming activities. We are close enough to help with any issues, but far enough for you to still feel very private in your own space. You may notice a tractor or people in the paddock occasionally. Please note, there are horses on the property. The cottage area is cordoned off with electric fence tape. This is a deterrent meant to to keep the horses out, as they eat the plants surrounding the cottage, and nibble on the deck railing! Please do not touch the white tape. The electric current is not life threatening to humans or animals, but will give you, an uncomfortable feeling if you do accidentally touch it. Being in the bush, wildlife can be expected. Look out for a family of kangaroos that often bounce through the paddock, ducks on the little dam, and plenty of bird life, as well as pesty insects! For your own comfort, please keep all unnecessary lights off inside the cottage and bathroom, and on the deck, to reduce the amount of insects that the light may attract. Keeping the screen door closed will also help with this. Personal insect repellent is provided. A short walking track through the paddock has been mowed for you to wander up to the furthest corner of our property, or down to the second dam. Take your favourite nibbles and drinks and enjoy the different views of the property. A picnic basket and rug is provided. (Please note, in summer there may be snakes around) We are located 60 minutes from Brisbane, 30 minutes away from Ipswich, 50 minutes from Toowoomba, and 15 minutes from the quaint towns of Marburg, Lowood and Fernvale. The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail is perfect for cycling or hiking, as well as horse riding, and it is only a short drive away, depending on where you want to access the route. An Information Booklet in the cottage provides plenty of information on other places to visit in the area. Our local country pub, the Bottle Tree Hotel, is an absolute must for a lunch or dinner ( bookings are essential), and only 3 minutes away! They also offer takeaway options. We can't wait to host you, and we think you will love our simple abode, just as much as we do. See you soon! Guest access Feel free to wander around our 30 acre property. Please note, horses share our space. The only areas that are not available to guests, are the private house, which is located at the top of the property, and is fenced off, as well as our workshop area, which is located at the bottom of the property. A small walking track has been cut for you to walk up to a little spot at the top property, where you can watch the sun set, and perhaps enjoy a little picnic, or down to the second small dam on the property. A picnic basket and picnic rug is provided. Please wear appropriate footwear when walking, and keep an eye out for snakes, especially in the summer months. We suggest taking your mobile phone with you on your walk. A snake kit and first aid kit are available in the cottage, however, in the event of a snake bite, keep still and calm and dial 000 first, and then call us. Our contact details are available in the Chatanta Cottage booklet, available in the cottage. Other things to note A Chatanta Cottage Information booklet is available in the cottage, with information on cottage specific's, as well as recommendations on local places to visit. Please note, in a fire ban situation, the outdoor fire pit will not be able to be used, nor will it be possible to heat the outdoor bathtub. Fire Bans issued by local authorities are out of our control.