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Dining area of Maraboon Tavern with tables and chairs set up for guests.

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The funky, modern interior of Shelfield specialty coffee shop in Emerald, Queensland

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The lush oasis of Hops & Vine tapas bar in Emerald, Queensland with pendant lights and a hanging garden

Discover Emerald’s Must-Visit Hidden Bar  

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It’s difficult to fully describe the high quality of our stay. For a start the unit was immaculate with everything supplied for a long stay…

– Bill and Nonie

Was very impressed by the service on arrival and the rooms were very modern and most importantly clean. Thank you for a great stay.

– George M

Nothing was a bother for the staff, they were friendly and helpful. I would recommend staying here especially for family holidays.

– Donna H

Only stayed one night for an event, but can’t say enough about this little gem. I’ve come to expect poor pillows in hotels be was very happily proved wrong here.

– Lisa S

The apartment was very well equipped with everything you could need – coffee machine, washer and dryer, full kitchen. Perfect!

– Janne K

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