OUT AND ABOUT IN THE DAYBORO/OCEAN VIEW REGION

DINING OUT & WINERIES (including function centres & catering)

Birches Cafe Restaurant, 1350 Mt Mee Road, Mt Mee, Ph 5498 2244. Lunch Wed-Sun, open till late.  Closed Mon & Tues.  Open public holiday Mondays for lunch.  Open fireplace and magnificent views. Catering for weddings and functions. Web site www.birchesrestaurant.com.au

Crown Hotel, McKenzie St, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1101.Lunch 7 days - Mon-Sat 12noon-2pm, Sun 11.30am-2.15pm; Dinner Thurs, Fri & Sat from 6pm. Special Thursday night meal deals. Lunch for bus groups by arrangement.

Dayboro Bakery, Williams Street, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1377. WHEELCHAIR ACCESS AT REAR. Open 7 days 5am-5pm for award winning meat pies, coffee, cold drinks, cakes, sandwiches and pastries.  Dine on the wide verandah. Bus groups welcome.

Dayboro Bowls Club, Bradley Street, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1374. Friday night meals 6-8pm fortnightly.

Dayboro Café, Williams Street, Dayboro, Ph 3425 2662. Burgers, fresh fish & chips, great value seafood baskets, curries, British food and groceries, hot and cold drinks, icecream. Open Mon 3pm-7pm, Tues-Wed 10am-7pm, Thurs-Sat 10am-7.30pm, Sun 10am-7pm. Fri/Sat nights seafood baskets & curries in the garden from 5pm. BYO. Small bus groups by arrangement.

Dayboro Deli Country Kitchen, 12 Williams Street, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1510. Breakfast & lunch; Coffee; Deli; Hampers for any occasion; Regular Dinner Events for limited numbers such as wine dinners and themed nights. Also catering for special events [Wedding Receptions, Christening Parties, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers] Open Tues-Sun 8am-4pm Closed Monday

Dayboro Junior Rugby League Club, Don Kerr Memorial Drive off McKenzie Street, Dayboro Ph 3425 1560. Friday night meals 6-8pm fortnightly. Alternate Fridays to Dayboro Bowls Club.

Dayboro Show Society, Ph 3425 1717, 3425 1323 or 3425 1459. Bus groups catered for at the Dayboro Memorial Showgrounds. Bar-b-q lunch - sausages from Dayboro's Famous Sausageman, fresh salads etc. Minimum 25. Web site www.dayboroshowsociety.com

Glengariff (Historic) Estate, 3234 Mt Mee Road, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1299.  Fabulous Dayboro Valley views, Function centre specialising in weddings.Web site www.glengariff.com.au

Ocean View Estates Winery & Restaurant, Mt Mee Road, Ocean View, Ph 3425 3900. Function venue, a la carte restaurant and wine tasting.  Open Thur 10am-9pm, Fri & Sat 10.00am till late, Sun 8.30am till 9.00pm. Cellar door open for tastings on Mon between 10am-3pm. Picnic hampers available Thurs to Mon. Closed Tues & Wed. Web site www.oceanviewestates.com.au
2011 Queensland Tourism Award Winner in Tourism Wineries, Distilleries and Boutique Breweries category.

Pitstop, 2070a Mt. Mee Road, Ocean View. Ph 3425 3652. Half way between Dayboro and Woodford. Great Coffee, great views. Light refreshments. Motorcycle friendly. Fri 10am-4pm; Sat/Sun 8am-5pm; Mon 10am-4pm. Bar-b-q breakfast Sun 8.30am-10.30am. Last Sunday of the month Bar-b-q breakfast 8.30am-2pm supporting Ocean View Rural Fire Brigade.

Rendezvous at Dayboro, Shop 2 Cnr Williams/McKenzie Sts, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1353.  The readers' teahouse: cafe, gifts, books, high teas by appointment, special orders for books.  Small bus groups by arrangement. Open 8am-4.30pm 7 days.

Terah's Alfresco Cafe & Restaurant, 1 Heathwood St, Ph 3425 1373.  Wheelchair access.   Fully licensed , Wed-Fri 10am-late, Sat 9am-late, Sun 8am-3.00pm T/away Wed-Sat. Closed Mon/Tues.  Functions and bus groups catered. Seating for 40. 

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ACCOMMODATION

Brockhurst Cabins, 2250 Mt Mee Road, Ocean View, Ph Debbie 3425 3314, email: stay@brockhurstcabins.com, web site www.brockhurstcabins.com Three fully self-contained cabins sleep 22 in all. 14kms from Dayboro. Children and well behaved dogs welcome. Special overnight rate for tradesmen.

Blue Ridge Lavender Farm & Retreat, 3336 Mt Mee Road, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1936. Soak up the charm of an historic Queenslander, surrounded by lavender fields, rolling blue hills, national parks and wineries and treat yourself to a massage or facial. Email: sherree@blueridgelavender.com, web site www.blueridgelavender.com.

Currawong Cabins, 89 Freds Road, Ocean View, Ph Jenny 3425 3221/0422 383 248, email currawongcabin@bigpond.com, web site www.currawongcabin.com .  A secluded luxurious retreat for couples, king size bed, cosy fireplace. large spa on the deck.

Dayboro Cottages & Llama Walks, 3229 Mt Mee Road, Dayboro, Ph 3425 2774.  Self-contained cottages for couples, king-size beds, fully equipped kitchenette, washing machine, reverse cycle air-con, BBQ and breakfast provisions. llama walks.Email: dayborocottages@bigpond.com, web site www.dayborocottages.com.au.

Kirnicama Elegant Escapes B&B, 106 Woodward Road, Armstrong Creek (Dayboro), Ph Don & Marianne Franzen Ph 3425 2526, email: info@kirnicama.com.au, web site www.kirnicama.com.au .  Luxury accommodation, spectacular views, country hospitality in elegant air conditioned suites or cosy self-contained cottages.

Misty Mountain Retreat, 1266 Mt. Samson Road, Mt. Samson, Ph Lori & Hugh 3289 4392.  Set on 5 acres: enjoy a Ka Huna (Polynesian) massage, relax and unwind in the gardens. Laze in the hammock and watch the sun set over the breathtaking views of the D'Aguilar Range. Web site  www.mistymountainretreat.com.au

Mount Mee Bed & Breakfast, 16 Horne Road, Mt Mee, Ph Julie & George 5498 2298 / 0408 154 214.  Two spacious queen sized rooms with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.  Guest lounge area with tea and coffee making facilities, home baked biscuits and cake available.   Email: enquiries@mtmee.bnb.com, web site www.mtmeebnb.com.

Ocean View Estates Winery & Restaurant, Mt Mee Road, Ocean View, Ph 3425 3900.  Luxuriously furnished, beautiful self contained cottages overlooking the lake and vineyards. Web site www.oceanviewestates.com.au.

Paltarra Park Alpacas B&B, 2562 Mt Mee Road, Ocean View, Ph/fax John & Esme Graham on 3425 3405, email info@alpacasalescentre.com, web site www.alpacasalescentre.com. Self-contained cottage with full kitchen, comfortable lounge with stereo and TV.  Close to restaurants, wineries, Mt Mee State Forest, Galleries, etc.

Peace of Mind, 2201 Mt Mee Road, Ocean View, Ph Georgina Dick on 3425 3193 / 0411 744 550, email: gmdick@bigpond.com, web site www.peaceofmindcountrygetaway.com.au.  Western red cedar homestead designed for couples to escape and unwind,  set on 50 acres overlooking the stunning D'Aguilar Range.

Rosalie Waters Mountain Hideaway, end of Harrison Court, off Townsend Road, Ocean View, Ph 3425 3883 Fax 3425 3886. Two self-contained cabins, each sleeping up to 4 people. Email: rosaliewaters@bigpond.com .

Whispers Lakeside Cabins, 346 Margaret Rd, Kurwongbah, Ph/fax 3886 6623 / 0418 733 474.  Beautifully designed luxurious timber cabins nestled amongst the gum trees with extensive views of Lake Kurwongbah.Email: enquiries@whisperscabins.com.au, web site www.whisperscabins.com.au.

CAMPING & CARAVANS:  Short term stays at Dayboro Showground.  Ph 3425 1137 for information and bookings. Dayboro Show Society: Web site www.dayboroshowsociety.com

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SHOPPING AND OTHER ATTRACTIONS

A Little Bit Vintage 1 Williams Street, Dayboro, Ph 0432 274 410. New vintage [1950s - 1980s] inspired clothing and accessories. Quality pre-loved clothes and lots more. Open 7 days 9am - 5pm. Web site www.alittlebitvintage.com

Country Rose 20-22 McKenzie Street (Cnr Delaney Road), Dayboro, Ph 3425 2444 Fine Gifts, Quilting Fabric, Homewares including Cornishware, Card Supplies. Open Tues-Fri 9am-4pm. Sat-Sun 10am-3pm. Closed Mondays & Tuesdays.

Dayboro Art Gallery, Old Plumber's shop, cnr Mt Mee Road/Williams Street, Dayboro, Ph 0401 694 070, 3425 2000 or 3425 3449.  Open 7 days 10am-3pm.  A wide range of arts and crafts for sale by local artists. Web site www.dayboroartworks.asn.au

Dayboro Butchery, 11 Williams Street, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1055.  Famous for specialty handmade sausages and quality meats.  Open Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Saturday 7am-2pm, Sunday 8am-3pm.

Dayboro District Historical Society, 27 Williams St, Dayboro, Ph 3425 2032 (Dayboro Cottage) or Ph 3425 1717 (Carmel Bond, President).  Open 7 days 10am-3pm. Local history displays, books, photographs etc. Web site www.dayborohistoricalsociety.com.au

Dayboro Nursery & Garden Supplies, Mt. Mee Road, Dayboro Ph 3425 2205 Open Mon Fri 7am-4.30pm; Sat 7.30am-2pm; Sun 8am-12noon.  Fruit trees, veges, Natives & Exotics.  All gardening and landscape supplies.

Dayboro Shed Antiques, 358 Mt Samson Road, Dayboro, Ph 3425 2479/0412 724 080.  Open Wed to Sun and Public Holidays from 10am-4pm. Antiques & collectables, specializing in Australian pottery & carnival glass. Furniture, kitchenalia, etc.

Dayboro Swimming Pool, Cnr Mt Mee Road/Williams Street, Dayboro, Ph 3425 1463.  Heated pool in winter. Lifeguard on duty at all times.  Ideal venue for birthday parties.  Gym.

Dayboro Tennis Club, next to swimming pool, bookings in advance on Ph 3425 2718 - Dayboro IGA

Equine Assisted Programs P/L 2692 Mt. Mee Rd, Ocean View. Ph: Karen Webber 3425 2751 or 0416 034 833. Assisting young people to live successful lives. Backpacker horse riding and accommodation special. web site www.karenwebber.ws