Local Guide · Ravensbourne & the High Country Hamlets
The Area
More than you might expect
You could spend your entire stay at Kenti's Place on the property — on the deck, by the fire, wandering the forty acres — and we wouldn't blame you. But when you're ready to explore, Queensland's High Country punches well above its weight. Here's our personal guide to the best of the region.
just up the road
Crows Nest & Ravensbourne
eat & drink
Myrtille
A French Bistro & Bar with a beautiful European-inspired menu and produce sourced from local Queensland farms. The bar serves cocktails and a fabulous range of wines. Our absolute favourite place to dine.
do
Roadside farm stalls
Pick up fresh dahlias, avocados, citrus, eggs, and firewood at many of our neighbours' front gates. As the seasons change so does the selection.
My Little Blueberry
The sweetest patisserie and café — a must-visit for amazing treats. They do an incredible Turkish sandwich too.
Ravensbourne National Park
A beautiful display of the subtropical rainforest and eucalypt forest. Short walks and spectacular views start at Gus Buetel Lookout — just minutes from our driveway.
Pechey Distilling Co.
Set in the historic Pechey Homestead, visit the distillery door for tastings of locally sourced and brewed gins. The family have a long history in the region.
Cressbrook & Perseverance Dams
Visit the day use area with a picnic overlooking the water. Drive a little further to cross over the dam wall at Perseverance.
Crows Nest Soft Drinks
Visit the retail store at the front of the factory for a taste of soft drinks and cordials dating back to 1903.
30 minutes away
Highfields & Surrounds
eat & drink
Chocolate Cottage
Café with wholesome food, coffee, cakes, and amazing handmade chocolates.
do
Bunnyconnellen
The best place to spend a Sunday afternoon. From picnics to weddings, the atmosphere under the fig trees is always a pleasure.
Relish Highfields
Easy to reach with a delicious menu — perfect for a quick coffee or full breakfast. The kids' menu is a treat.
Clock and Bull Brewhouse
The old Cuckoo Shop now a bustling german brewhouse with Wild Honey Cafe also onsite. You’ll drop in to look and end up staying a while.
Cooby Dam
Loveday Cove and the dam wall picnic area are lovely spots to immerse yourself in the bushland and wildlife alongside the lake.
Under an hour
Toowoomba - the Garden City
day trip
Toowoomba CBD
Fantastic cafes, restaurants, and things to see in the Garden City. In springtime, many of the region's beautiful private gardens open to the public.
Carnival of Flowers
Toowoomba's annual spring festival — one of Australia's largest outdoor floral events. Spectacular gardens, street parades, and the full warmth of regional Queensland hospitality.
High Country Hamlets
Queensland's first micro region
We are proud to be part of High Country Hamlets — a rich collection of artisanal producers and creators making up Queensland's first and foremost micro region. From distilleries and patisseries to wellness retreats and galleries, the Hamlets represents everything that makes this corner of Queensland worth the trip.
Visit highcountryhamlets.com.au to see everything on offer in our fantastic region.
Acknowledgement of Country
We at Ravensbourne acknowledge that we are only the fleeting custodians of this special place. We recognise the Jarowait Clan of the Wakka Wakka Nation, the Traditional Custodians of the land we reside on, and pay our respects to their Elders, past and present.