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Brookfield Retreat

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Address: Brookfield 4069 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.brookfieldretreat.com/

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25.01.2022 Today I write to thank all our guests who have stayed with us over the past four years and who continue to stay with us during these extremely challenging times! We are fortunate to have family, wildlife, a fire pit, 5 acres of freedom around us, our cats and cute little dog, making self isolation a beautiful and welcoming experience. We all have a story to tell, hardships that have made us make choices we we wouldn’t have made if things had been different, hero’s who have sa...id a few small words and positively changed our lives forever without even knowing it and sadly sorrows that have taught us compassion and empathy! We’ve seen our business change with cancelation after cancelation, leaving us suffocating in debt, looming pay cuts from the one safe income we’ve relied on during the ups and downs of the gig economy and so much more! Today we have made sacrifices many westerners would believe that only those in poverty would have to endure, but we make them with pride and conviction for the greater good of our future and business! We have been through worse in our lives and are so grateful for our small piece of paradise and our amazing guests! We particularly shout out to our current guests who have chosen to stay with us longer term and ride this storm together! Below is a picture of my family. I was 14, we’d gone from entrepreneur hippy movie stars to bankruptcy, living off the land, under a tarpaulin, no electricity and only water from the creek in remote outback Australia @lorellaspringswildernesspark We made it through the difficult times, became survivors and have have always looked at the positive side of any situation! We know, in the short term, life will be different, but we will make it through! Our thoughts are with everyone during this surreal experience! Ride it with integrity and compassion and believe in tomorrow! We are very lucky that we are all in this together ... it is so much harder when you face a crisis alone! Stay safe, keep isolated as much as possible, look after the vulnerable and look after yourself and your family! Thank you to the government, banks and businesses that have stepped up to support those in need!

24.01.2022 So many beautiful nature walks around Brisbane! Take an all day hike or a short stroll around the leafy block! This gorgeous picture was taken at #mountcootha, though there are many other beautiful walks. #brisbane #brisbanecity #brisbanecbd #brisbanethreads #airbnb #events #discoverbrisbane #visitbrisbane #visitqueensland #brisbanedaytrips #vacation #holiday #vintageclothing #vintage #wheretobrisbane #family #retro #70s m #weekend #beer #wine #urbanlistbne #ruralretreat #vacationrental #vacationrentalhomes

24.01.2022 Remote working at Lorella Springs Wilderness Park! #remotework #zoom #wfh #wfhstyle #cattleranch #offroad #offroadcamper #wifi #ruralretreat #rural #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #lorellasprongswildernesspark #brookfieldretreat #brookfield_retreat

22.01.2022 Family bonding is wonderful ... even if it means bonding over work!

22.01.2022 If you've had enough of the city and need some space to unwind with friends and family without travelling far, we'd love to see you! 7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16, Cinema, Indoor Heated Spa, 12 ft Billiards Table, Bar (un-stocked), Fireplace, Fire Pit, Pool, Acreage, Wildlife and only 15km from the Brisbane city. Our huge retro abode has plenty of space for a weekend getaway to connect with family and friends. We offer exclusive property hire - just you and yours!

22.01.2022 A reminder to ourselves how cool our funky retro abode is! Can’t wait until we are able to start accepting guests again!

21.01.2022 As we keep busy working in the garden, doing DIY tasks and jobs we’ve put off for a long time, we wonder what 2021 will look like. So grateful that we live in the lucky country and most of us are safe at the moment, even if it does mean some hardship!

21.01.2022 School holiday availability! Perfect for 3 or 4 families looking for a group getaway in Brisbane. We are close to the #brisbanecity #lonepinekoalasanctuary #mountcootha Book direct and save! ... 7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16, Cinema, Indoor Heated Spa, 12 ft Billiards Table, Bar (un-stocked), Fireplace, Fire Pit, Pool, Acreage, Wildlife and only 15km from the Brisbane city. If you like a huge retro abode with plenty of space and are looking for a getaway to connect with family and friends without having to travel too far out of Brisbane, look us up! We offer exclusive property hire - just you and yours! #brisbanefamalies #schoolholidays #lockdownlife #brisbanemums #wildlifephotography #wildlifephotographer #brisbane #brisbanecity #visitbrisbane #visitqueensland #vacationrentalhomes #holidayhomes #gratefulheart #urbanlistmelb #urbanlistsyd #urbanlistbne #thunderstorm #brisbaneanyday #tropical #tropicalvibes #urbanphotography #urbanlistsyd #urbanlistmelb #winetime #winetimes

21.01.2022 A few years ago we replaced the gym with a 6th bedroom! Could really do with a workout right now - the Covid19 pounds are staring to show! #holidayrentals #holidayhomes @ Brookfield Retreat

20.01.2022 Morning walks after the rain are peaceful! The sound of birds singing with joy, the dark clouds in the sky and sunshine shining on the trees! Bliss at this time of year in Brisbane!

19.01.2022 One of the many reasons we love Brookfield so much, is the Brookfield General Store, and it's charming country style cafe. The Mushroom Benedict with potato rosti is our new favourite, followed closely by the Old School Bacon Burger and the best chips in town! Our weekends always include a walk to the Brookfield General Store - it's our time to chat, dream and reminisce the past! ... #brookfield #brisbane #visitbrisbane #brisbanecity #brisbaneanyday #bne #brisbanefood #brisbaneeats #urbanlistedbne #brisbanefood

18.01.2022 Honoured to have have been able to help out with the location durning the filming of this wonderful short film made by Stephen Lance! Truly a brilliant director! Thanks for allowing us to play a small role in the making of history! @Stephen Lance

18.01.2022 Any families or groups arriving in Brisbane needing to self isolate for two week, we have availability and have reduced our rate significantly to help with costs. $7000 for 14 days for up to 16 guests (can host more if required). We can provide NBN, white board, portable TV, cinema, indoor heated spa, 7 or 9 bedroom options, 2.5 private acres, swimming pool, bbq, billiards table, un-stocked bar, multiple break out areas, beautiful gardens, 15 km from the city.... Easy travel from airport and the city. Available immediately. Stay safe!

18.01.2022 Don’t like retro? Check out The White House Brookfield - our neighbouring Cape Dutch Mansion!

17.01.2022 It’s fun to explore the neighbourhood with the kids. So many beautiful walks, trees, creeks and parks in Brookfield. Our doors will be opening soon!

15.01.2022 Gotta say I'm loving this new dark carpet! Styling is always a bit of a risk and very personal ... will it work or won't it? Will my guests like it? On this occasion I have to say the refresh makes the house look the best it's ever been! 7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16, Cinema, Indoor Heated Spa, 12 ft Billiards Table, Bar (un-stocked), Fireplace, Fire Pit, Pool, Acreage, Wildlife and only 15km from the Brisbane city.... If you like a huge retro abode with plenty of space and are looking for a getaway to connect with family and friends without having to travel too far out of Brisbane, look us up! We offer exclusive property hire - just you and yours and we have one weekend available in September and November + a few dates in December. #wildlifephotography #wildlifephotographer #brisbane #brisbanecity #visitbrisbane #visitqueensland #gratefulheart #urbanlistbne #thunderstorm #brisbaneanyday #tropical #tropicalvibes #urbanphotography #winetime #winetimes #carpet #interiordesign #interiorstyling #refresh #homedecorideas #brownisbeautiful #modernchic #vintagestyle #retrostyle #retroarchitecture

14.01.2022 Due to a number of guest cancelations we now have over 4 weeks of continuous availability! Groups or Teams looking to self isolate for a few weeks or holiday together, please consider staying with us as we are really struggling, like so many other small businesses will be. The property is ideal for an IT business who has a group of employees working on a high priority, hard deadline project and would like to keep everyone isolated whilst the country and world try to get thr...ough this very challenging time, or a few families who would like to holiday together in Brisbane. We can provide NBN, white board, portable TV, cinema, indoor heated spa, 7, 9, 12 or 14 bedroom options, 2.5 private acres, swimming pool, bbq, billiards table, un-stocked bar, multiple break out areas, beautiful gardens, 15 km from the city. Happy to take direct booking to save on agency fees and reduce the rate for longer stays! Keep safe everybody!

13.01.2022 Mid-century modernism! Trying to find out who the architect was. Anyone know?

13.01.2022 Fantastic! It was really interesting to watch Stephen and the team film the movie. We felt so honoured and privileged to be an extra (haha, just one of the locations in the movie)!

13.01.2022 If it's not a flat tire from the rocky sections of the dirt road, it'll be the sandy sections of the road which stop you! Luckily on this occasion our helicopter pilot found these two remote travellers! Always travel prepared for anything when exploring the remote Australian Outback! ... #rescue #outbackaustralia #bogged #4x4 #4x4offroad #4x4life #naturephotograpy

13.01.2022 Love a BBQ cooked on open hot coles! Reminds me of my time @lorellaspringswildernesspark Training the little British guy how to be a real Aussie bloke ... master of the BBQ! Great job ZZ!

11.01.2022 This is Mummy! We met her when we rescued her baby, who had fallen out of a tree and been injured by a dog. For two months we worked with Mummy to help look after her chick, who was unable to fly and has missing tail feathers. Every day there were many moments of high stress as Bubba tried to survive the wild, and we tried to protect her from predators.... After 8 weeks of helping feed, water, continue to place Bubba in a nest up a tree, bring her in at night, fend off crows and cats, rescue her when she was near death from dehydration, we decided to seek the assistance from a wonderful Wildlife Carer. Being caged didn't work out as Bubba couldn't get the exercise she needed to strengthen her wings and continued to injure herself trying to get free. We the took Bubba to a local wildlife sanctuary with the understanding that they had a huge cage and that they would do a feather transplant on her damaged tail. Regrettably they put her down instead. Mummy still comes and visits us every day and remembers the help we provided. Mumma never gave up on her baby! The love and dedication she showed was truly incredible! Always watching from afar, swooping in just a the crowd came to take her baby, feeding worms and bugs to her chick, accepting food from us, to feed her Bubba. Birds are so clever and such beautiful souls. They have feelings like humans do and incredible memories! Thank you for the visit Mumma, I love it when you come and see me when I work in the garden! #wildlifephotography #wildlifeplanet #wildlifephotographer #lonepinekoalasanctuary #babybird #brisbane #brisbanecity #wildlifecarer #visitbrisbane #animalrescue

10.01.2022 Lorella Springs is a spectacular paradise of waterfalls, waterholes, coast and rock formations and a helicopter ride is key to unlocking all the amazing beauty this region has to offer. Whether flight seeing, enjoying a leisurely lunch on a secluded beach, viewing the Lost City, flying down to Nanny’s Retreat, or being transferred to the homestead. Sadly, almost time to return to Brisbane! #visitntt #northernterritory #northernterritoryaustralia #visitbritain #ruralretreat #airbnb #booking

09.01.2022 Sunset from the ridge! After a hard days work and doing a coastal rescue, my gorgeous brother came looking for me, told me to jump in the truck and we headed for the ridge! Was lovely to watch the sun set with my family in Outback Australia @lorellaspringswildernesspark #sunset #sunsetphotography #sunsetlovers #naturephotography #naturelovers #lorellaspringswildernesspark #familyphotography

09.01.2022 No more social gatherings but we are open to families needing accommodation for a few weeks or months (or longer). Fully furnished, significant discounts! 7 bedrooms, pool, spa, billiards, huge amounts of space, 2.5 acres, wildlife, NBN, 15 km from the Brisbane City.

07.01.2022 If you like the 70’s you like our retro abode! Can’t wait till we see you again!

07.01.2022 Have to admire anyone starting up a business during this challenging time and recession! Good on you girl! Can't wait to see what you are introducing! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qc2VGacwTsM&feature=youtu.be... @sugarglyder #brisbane #brisbanecbd #mountcootha #visitcalifornia #visitbrisbane #urbanphotography

05.01.2022 QLD State Covid19 restrictions have been lifted further and Queenslanders are now able to travel across the state. In the 70’s during our family adventures, we came across The Big Pineapple in Northern QLD! As a youngster I was blown away with the size of the huge pineapple and the train ride around the fields also created a lasting impression.... A few years ago we looked her up on the map and revisited the iconic pineapple. It wasn’t quite the same as I remembered, but I loved the day out sharing childhood memories with my kids! So pleased to see the iconic pineapple was added to the Queensland Heritage Register in 2009! Sure am looking forward to getting back on the road and doing some local travel! #thebigpineapple #visitqueensland #visitbrisbane #brisbane #brisbanecity #bne #airbnb #schoolholidays #womensretreats #eventsmanager #naturephotography #brisbanecbd #sunshinestate @ The Big Pineapple

04.01.2022 Not sure how long it will be before everyone is able to catch up with friends and family again, but when the time comes, we will be here! We are located 15km from Brisbane CBD in Queensland, Australia. Brookfield Retreat and The White House Brookfield are two neighbouring sprawling estates available across 5 acres, for exclusive hire either individually or together for retreats, workshops, holidays, corporate and private accommodation, photo shoots, movies and commercials!... Hope to see you in the not too distant future!

03.01.2022 Man what a year it's turned out to be! Not just for us, but the world! We've had to suspend our bookings, move into the demountable again, risk financial ruin, put on 10 bloody kilos and the list goes on! Lucky to be here in Queensland, where we are faring better than many! Can't wait to start taking bookings again and welcome our guests! ... This is me trying to look happy while getting a good selfie angle to try hide the pounds Come and see us sometime in the future if we haven't gone bust! #ruralretreat #countryretreat #wellnessretreats #brisbane

02.01.2022 Costal beauty and family @lorellaspringswildernesspark #ruralretreat #nature #naturephotography #naturephotographer #outbackaustralia #northernterritoryaustralia #northernterritory #coast #nofishing

02.01.2022 Lone Pine Koala Sanctury is opening again today! One of our favourite places to visit and so very close! When we have family and friends stay with us, we always head to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary for a day out. Season passes are also great if you live local and are looking for a wonderful way to educate and inspire the younger family members.

02.01.2022 Growing up my mother had no money as she was trying to raise 7 children alone, working as a cleaner. I remember the fly screens being torn for years as she had no money to fix them and didn't know how! When we bought Brookfield Retreat, I had no idea how to change fly screens either and we had tears for a long time, until I paid hundreds of dollars to replace the fly screens. A while back, I found a YouTube video and sent it to a handyman and asked if he could replace my fly ...screens, and he said yes. I bought all the material, set it up, showed him the video (he'd never done it before either), watched and took the lead on the job, and then paid him a significant amount of money, and wondered why. I realised it was because I didn't have the confidence to try it alone. Today I've done the entire job myself! It's worked out fine and saved me a lot of money. Yaaa, new life skill! Never again will I allow torn fly screens to linger! #diy #diyprojects #lifeskills #flyscreen #confidence #womanempowerment #lifehacks