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Sitting sensitively within natural bushland in Queensland’s Scenic Rim, Wander in the Scenic Rim offers one and two-bedroom glass-fronted pavilions overlooking Lake Wyaralong. Outdoor bathtubs beckon on the deck, king sized pillow-top beds are made up with French flax linens, and low-combustion wood fireplaces ward off chilly nights. Sustainability is key here – the pods are powered by solar and rainwater, with grey water recycling and an advanced waste-water management system (meaning you’ll have a flushing toilet). Order a Scenic Rim Farm Box to have your fridge stocked with local produce, pour yourself a glass of low-intervention wine – made just metres away – and slip into the outdoor tub as the sun starts to wane. You can also organise in-room massage, yoga and meditation sessions or head out with a local guide to seek out secret waterfalls, and rest easy knowing $10 from your booking goes to Bush Heritage Australia, supporting land regeneration projects.