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Paul's Peaceful Place

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· Maryvale, Queensland
4 acres hosted by Paul M.
2 Vehicle/Tent sites
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I was told that as I journeyed around Australia I would find a place to settle and Maryvale on the Darling Downs was love at first sight. I am happy to share my love for this property and welcome travellers to enjoy the tranquillity of the riverside and enjoy some of the walks and other features of the area. Welcome to She-oak Hideaway, located in Maryvale by the riverside. The riverside is a peaceful place with two large camping areas and firepits. There are 2 large waterholes suitable for swimming, fishing and kayaking. Down by the riverside you will see Water dragons, ducks, swamp hens, many birds, occasional Wallabies and Koala. Most afternoons the local Rikali (Australias Otter) can be seen diving for Yabbies. We are an 11 minute drive to the very popular Main range national Park which has some beautiful hiking trails and is the perfect place for a picnic. We have a great country pub close by as well which is a short walk down a country lane. Pets are welcome but please ensure they are under your control and that you clean up after them. Campers must be self sufficient with their own toilet. Rubbish bins are provided for campers and a treated rain water tap is available. Kayaks and life jackets are available on request. 1 10 Amp power connection is also available on request. Please contact me for early arrival time.Welcome to She-Oak Hideaway, located in Maryvale by the riverside. The riverside is a peaceful place with two large camping areas, campfires and hot plates. The sites are flat with plenty of space to maneuver vehicles. There are 2 large waterholes suitable for swimming, fishing and kayaking.  Down by the riverside you will see Water dragons, turtles, ducks, swamp hens, many birds, Rakali, plus occasional Wallabies and Koala.  Rakali, a native water-rat - (Australia's otter) can often be seen collecting Yabbies and mussels then returning to the river bank to enjoy the feast. There are plenty of Yabbies in the creek and try your luck at fishing for silver perch and catfish. PLEASE DO NOT USE CLOSED TRAPS AS THESE HAVE DROWNED WATER DRAGONS, RAKALI AND TURTLE! Please enquire about open top traps I have available. We are an 11 minute drive to the very popular Main range national Park which has some beautiful hiking trails and is the perfect place for a picnic. We have a great country pub close by as well. The more adventurous can cross the creek and take the lane into Maryvale for a 20min walk each way.  Pets are welcome but please ensure they are under your control and that you clean up after them. Campers must be self-sufficient with their own toilet.  An annex and Thunder box is available on request. A rubbish bin is provided for campers and a treated rain water tap is available. 4 kayaks and life jackets are available on request.  Arrival and departure times can be flexible, Please contact me for more information. Please be aware that the peace is often disturbed by the laughter of the kookaburra, the song of butcher birds, the chatter of noisy minors and sounds from the road which is barely noticable down by the creek. Your Hosts, Paul and Cheryl wish to make your stay enjoyable and will be here to assist wherever we can.
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Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
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Beach
River, stream, or creek
Swimming hole
Field
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194 Ratings · 165 reviews
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Luke K.recommends
September 30, 2024
She-Oak Hideaway
Thanks Paul.
Paul is very welcoming and helpful. Gave a really great stay down by the beautiful creek. Will be back.
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Phill R.recommends
September 25, 2024
She-Oak Hideaway
Awesome secluded retreat!
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 days glamping on Paul's little piece of paradise! Paul was warm and inviting and could not do enough for us to ensure we had the perfect stay. 5* host. 5* location.
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David S.recommends
September 24, 2024
She-Oak Hideaway
Peaceful nature excape
I enjoyed the beautiful stream, the birds Kookaburra's mostly. The owner Paul was really nice, he helped me with a fire pit and next day said I could depart latter in the day if this suited me. He was also busy helpng other campers with a young family they were enjoying the water with canoes
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Debbie D.recommends
September 9, 2024
She-Oak Hideaway
Serenity Plus
We arrived to a warm and friendly welcome from Paul, the owner. He was incredibly accommodating, allowing us to fill our caravan water tanks on-site and giving us the choice of two fantastic sites. We opted for the one closer to the soothing sound of the river, and to our delight, firewood and kindling ready to go for a cozy campfire that night! Only one other camper arrived that afternoon, staying just one night at the far side of the campground. After that, we had the entire place to ourselves—absolutely brilliant! We loved the peaceful atmosphere so much that we extended our stay by another night. From the moment you arrive, you feel an overwhelming sense of relaxation and serenity. And yes, the Maryvale Pub is just a short walk away! The service there is excellent, and we thoroughly enjoyed a delicious meal and a couple of drinks. She-Oak Hideaway is truly a hidden gem. Paul and Cheryl are wonderful hosts, and they’ve created a place you won’t want to leave. Highly recommended!
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Tom O.recommends
August 25, 2024
She-Oak Hideaway
Great little spot
Paul was a lovely host. Great little location and well maintained and looked after area. Will be back
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Fishing Warriorz S.recommends
August 18, 2024
She-Oak Hideaway
Nice sounds of wildlife
Nice spot by the creek! Big open space and nice sounds of the ducks in the water. Was a nice weekend getaway 👌
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Maryvale, Queensland, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Bundjalung First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Paul M.

Joined in April 2021
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