O'Reilly's Rainforest Guesthouse

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The O’Reilly family have been welcoming people into their mountain home for over 85 years. In all, they have introduced three generations of Australians to the rainforest, waterfalls and wildlife of famous World Heritage Lamington National Park near the Gold Coast in South East Queensland.

Caring for their guests is a way of life that hasn’t changed since those early days. They join you at mealtimes for a chat, let you know what’s on the day’s program, answer any questions, and find out what you want from your holiday.

Maybe it’s just country hospitality, but they really believe the most important part of our job is getting to know you!

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE -

There’s something for everyone at O’Reilly’s. Let the 4WD bus do the work as you head out to one of many scenic spots where we have the traditional ‘boiling the billy’.

If you are feeling more energetic, you can escape for the day on your own or with one of the O’Reilly clan, grab a walking map, packed lunch and head for the hills.

Short nature walks and our famous tree top walk are accessible to all, while the longer walks take advantage of an excellent track system.

Discover hundreds of waterfalls, ancient Antarctic Beech trees covered in delicate ferns and mosses, giant buttresses of gracious old Fig and Booyong trees, and spectacular views of rugged mountain ranges.

As the sun sets and the evening mist rolls in, join fellow adventurers in the Rainforest Room - our licensed lounge, to drink in the view and relive the events of the day. The fresh mountain air assures a good appetite, so join your friends in the dining room for a sumptuous meal and perhaps a bottle of fine Queensland wine.

NIGHT LIFE

In the evening, take a guided walk to the glow-worms, see luminous fungi in season, and go spotlighting Pademelons, Possums and Gliders.

Enjoy a world class audio visual on the living rainforest. Or let Rhelma, Bernard O’Reilly’s daughter, take you on an historic journey as she relates the adventures of early mountain life, including the remarkable rescue story of the Stinson air disaster.

Bush dances, sing-a-longs and cliff top campfire nights are all part of the O’Reilly scene. Or perhaps the log fire beckons you for a yarn with a friend.

WILDLIFE

Making friends with the wildlife comes naturally at O’Reilly’s as their expert guides introduce you to our native fauna and flora. Birds abound in a startling array of colour.

Crimson Rosellas and King Parrots are your constant companions as they look for a free meal. And remember to keep your blue valuables secure when you meet ‘Jock the Thief’ - the Satin Bower Bird.

The magnificent Regent Bower Bird and Albert’s Lyrebird are just two more reasons O’Reilly’s is considered a top bird spot. In fact, our annual bird week in November is the most popular in Australia.

EQUIPPED FOR THE EXPERIENCE

• Evenings in the mountains can be cool, even in summer. So remember to pack warm clothes.
• Sturdy walking shoes are a must for intending hikers.
• A torch for night walks will be handy.
• And of course camera and binoculars will help you make the most of this special holiday.

Their store supplies a wide range of maps, films, personal items and souvenirs.