Mt Mulligan Lodge
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Mt Mulligan Lodge

  • Address

    Mount Mulligan Road
    Thornborough, Queensland 4871, Australia

  • Accreditations

    ✓ ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia

  • Social

Mt Mulligan Lodge

Located on a private 28,000-hectare heritage site, Mt Mulligan Lodge offers boutique accommodation in the shadow of Mount Mulligan. Guests will be able to experience the spirit of the Queensland outback through a captivating landscape with indigenous significance dating 37,000 years. The expansive property bears the marks of the historic gold and coal rush and, in its current operation as a working cattle station, the pastoral history of Australia.

The lodge accommodates just 28 guests and features four different room types, a beautifully designed main pavilion for guest meals and relaxation, a pool and a sunset bar. Each guest room is also assigned its own electric buggy to explore the sprawling property. The lodge is accessible via a 35-minute scenic helicopter or fixed wing flight from Cairns or a 2.5-3 hour four-wheel drive adventure.

The experiences have been designed to make the most of the rugged outback – guided tours of the goldfields, including a demonstration of Australia’s oldest operating gold crusher at Tyrconnell, exploration of the historic coal mine and abandoned township, ATV adventures, gourmet picnic hampers, wildlife spotting, sunset drinks, stargazing, cattle station tours, hikes, barramundi fishing in the weir and the chance to experience the operations of a cattle station (during cattle muster dates).

Services

Outback Pavilion

With views overlooking the sparkling weir and the majestic Mount Mulligan, these stunning pavilions are designed with families and groups in mind as it features two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lounge. This bungalow is the combination of the Outback Room and the Outback Suite to create a family getaway. The lounge is spacious, with a cosy wood-burning fire place, buttery tan leather furniture, and private deck with rounded outdoor dining table offering captivating views of the sparkling weir and the imposing ridges of Mount Mulligan.

Outback Room

The Outback Room, perfect for those travelling individually or as a duo, is situated on the water’s edge of a sparkling eucalyptus-fringed weir and captures the majestic beauty and moods of the 18-kilometre long sandstone escarpment of Mount Mulligan. The spacious Outback Room is contemporary and luxurious; yet retains a raw external charm with its spotted gum timber cladding, pitched cathedral ceiling and deep verandah. Inside, the earthy-tones of the fine linen, sisal rug and dark green wall panelling give a rich sense of place, mirroring the colours found in the outback environment outside. With its dark grey natural stone tiles and bronze fittings, the ensuite bathroom is both luxurious and calming. On your private verandah, a corrugated iron water tank has been re-purposed as a deep outdoor bath, orientated to capture uninterrupted views of the Australian outback

Outback Suite

The Outback Suite, with its adjoining lounge room, is ideal for those looking for additional space to unwind in. The lounge is spacious, with a cosy wood-burning fire place, buttery tan leather furniture, and private deck with rounded outdoor dining table offering captivating views of the sparkling weir and the imposing ridges of Mount Mulligan. The spacious Outback Suite is contemporary and luxurious; yet retains a raw external charm with its spotted gum timber cladding, pitched cathedral ceiling and deep verandah. Inside, the earthy-tones of the fine linen, sisal rug, and dark green wall panelling give a rich sense of place, mirroring the colours found in the outback environment outside. With its dark grey natural stone tiles and bronze fittings, the ensuite bathroom is both luxurious and calming. On your private verandah, a corrugated iron water tank has been re-purposed as a deep outdoor bath, orientated to capture uninterrupted views of the Australian outback.

Outback Tent

Nestled amongst the property’s Australian eucalyptus woodlands, the Outback Tents fit seamlessly into the surrounding environment and showcase the majestic Mount Mulligan/Ngarrabullgan escarpment from their spacious outdoor decks. The Outback Tents are situated just a short five-minute walk, or two-minute electric buggy drive from the Main Pavilion, providing the ideal balance of a true escape in nature and the comforts of a boutique lodge. Thoughtful interiors see furnishings and finishes that blend the natural colours and textures of the surrounding landscape with contemporary design and comfort. Custom, steel-framed beds allow for king or twin configuration; air-conditioning keep guests cool in the northern Queensland climate; and the tents’ generous floorspace allows for plenty of storage, seating, side tables and a small fridge (fully stocked with gourmet minibar provisions). One Outback Family Tent, complete with a set of bunk beds, accommodates fourZ guests. In line with Northern Escape Collection’s continuing endeavours to safeguard the environment, the Outback Tents run exclusively on solar power, while their ensuite use 100% recycled water and features eco-conscious LaGaia guest amenities. These safari-style tents sit on raised timber platforms and are crafted using solely sustainable materials, including the highest-grade canvas available, making them 100 per cent weatherproof.

Outback Retreat

The Outback Retreat, perfect for those travelling individually or as a duo, is situated on the water’s edge of a sparkling eucalyptus-fringed weir and captures the majestic beauty and moods of the 18-kilometre long sandstone escarpment of Mount Mulligan. The Outback Retreat is a contemporary sanctuary inspired by the humble and honest pastoral structures of the Australian outback evident in the spotted gum timber cladding, pitched cathedral ceiling and deep verandahs. Inside, the warm-tones of the fine linen and dark green wall panelling give a rich sense of place, complementing the colours of the outback setting, and the wood-burning fireplace is a welcome treat on those cooler nights. With its dark grey natural stone tiles and black fittings, the ensuite bathroom is both luxurious and moody. Your private verandah, complete with outdoor furniture, overlooks the tranquil weir and the fiery rock face of Mount Mulligan.

Location

Mt Mulligan Lodge

Mount Mulligan Road
Thornborough,
Queensland 4871, Australia

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Facilities

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

  • Facilities bar

  • Carpark

  • Communal lounge

  • Family friendly

  • Laundry

  • Non smoking

  • Open fireplace

  • Outdoor dining area

  • Outdoor furniture

  • Restaurant

  • Swimming pool

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