The house manual
Make yourself
at home.
Useful information for your stay, from house rules to the kitchen, outdoor spaces and local favourites.
Thank you for choosing to stay at our property! We hope you enjoy your relaxing escape to this beautiful part of the Scenic Rim, recently voted 8th BEST destination in the WORLD! The views, the walks, and the local produce make it a magical place. Below you'll find useful information about the house, rules, and things to do nearby.
House Rules
- Please treat our home with respect and leave it as you found it.
- Only booked guests are permitted on the property.
- Water is from tanks — please conserve it.
- No hose or vehicle washing due to water restrictions.
- No eating or drinking on the suede lounge. Cleaning cost: $400 if soiled.
- Pets outside only (laundry overnight okay).
- Wash dishes and put away. Clean BBQ after use.
- Shut windows/doors and lock gates when leaving.
- Do not light candles or incense indoors. Fires only in fire pit.
- Respect the neighbours and stay off adjacent farms.
- Report any damage. Leave used towels on racks, linen on beds.
- Closed shoes recommended outdoors — you're on a farm!
House Manual
Kitchen
- Microwave: Cover food when heating.
- Nespresso machine: Use compatible pods provided.
- Oven/stove: Line trays with baking paper/foil.
- Drinking water is rainwater. Bottled water provided to start.
Living Room
- 60" HDTV with Netflix, Stan, Disney+ and Foxtel.
- Wi-Fi: Optus_B818_A446 | Password: JDH8N77QMRQ
Laundry
- Use the washing tablet provided. Clothesline out back.
Pets
- Small dogs allowed outside or in laundry only.
- Keep on leash on property. No roaming or entering neighbour's farms.
Wildlife
- You're in the bush — insects and spiders happen. Keep doors closed.
- Snakes are rare but possible. Short grass helps, stay aware.
Fires
- Pizza oven: Takes 2 hrs to heat. Use kindling, build fire, push back when ready.
- Indoor fire: Keep fire at rear of firebox. Set to low overnight.
- Fire pit: Only light if no fire bans. Extinguish before bed.
Rubbish
- No council bins — long stay guests notify for collection.
- Use outdoor bins near pizza oven. Compost and worm farm also available.
Emergency & Safety
- First aid & snake bite kits in kitchen.
- Fire extinguishers: Kitchen & near pizza oven.
- Supervise children near road — trucks pass occasionally.
Local Attractions & Food
This region is bursting with incredible food, drinks, and activities. From camel farms to degustation, here's a short list of highlights:
- Aratula: Arthur Clive’s Bakery, Scenic Rim Tavern, Markets
- Boonah: Cafés, pubs, shopping, and IGA
- Kalbar: Royal Hotel, crafts, antiques
- Kooroomba Vineyard: Lavender fields, cellar door
- Scenic Rim Brewery: Heritage setting, Dutch cuisine
- Bunjurgen Estate: Wine tastings with Dave
- Scenic Rim Farm Shop: Seasonal eats and flowers
- Summer Land Camels: Milk, rides, gelato & vodka
- Naughty Little Kids Goat Farm
- Sunflower Farm Kalbar
- Lake Moogerah: Water sports & picnics
For the full list of things to do, check our Things To Do page.
Contact Us
Laslo: 0412-786-941
Amanda: 0421-178-475
We hope you love Mountview Farmstead just as much as we do!