About Us

RACQ Green Star rated

Originally part of an old banana farm, and set on 16 acres of subtropical bushland, Kallora Country Retreat homestead was specifically built as a boutique guest lodge and breakfast inn, with the privacy and comfort of guests in mind.

Your hosts Marlene and Michael Verner, have been in the hospitality industry since 1974.

Renowned for its quality and consistency of the food and service standards, local Gold Coast institution, "The Holy Mackerel" won the Gold Coast Restaurant & Caterers award for best informal dining restaurant in 2000, and was a favorite for countless locals and Gold Coast visitors alike over the years.

Closing in April 2009, Marlene and Michael now bring the expertise and hospitality the "Mack" offered, to your Kallora Country Retreat experience.

Kallora Country Retreat holds a AAA 4 ½ star rating, and also has a AAA Green Star rating.

Guest Comments & Kudos
  • "Just what we needed - We'll be back" Paul & Kylie - The Gap, Brisbane. 18/01/09
  • "The place is still as stunning as ever.  We got engaged!"  Emily & Brad (again) - Toowoomba, QLD 14/02/09.
  • "Perfect in every way."  Julie & Gary - Sydney, NSW.  13/04/09
  • "Very Realxing, laid back beautiful surroundings, great hosptilality."  Ben & Trine - Greenslopes, QLD 24/12/08
  • "A wonderful place to sepnd our wedding night"  Callum & Rhiannon, London, UK.  06/04/08
  • "What a great little hideaway". Paul and Pam - Gold Coast, QLD
  • "Home from home.  Hospitality and Food was just delightful".  John and Jill, Melbourne, VIC .  26/03/07
  • "Welcome relaxation and blissful quiet".  Dan & Mel Nielson, Toowoomba, QLD
  • "Truly beautiful and very relaxing, great food and service." Rennee' & Adam

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  • "Beautiful, tranquil and relaxing ". D & M Winnal - Southport, QLD 28/01/07
  • "Fantastic in every aspect." Emma - Japan.
  • "Enjoyed our stay, thank you!"  Barbra & Berndt, Stumphf, Germany.  01/01/08
  • "Most excellent fare with great hosts". Haywards - Wave Hill, QLD
  • Heavenly!  Tranquility divine.  Thank you for your wonderful hospitality.  Joanne & Doug, Toowoomba, QLD.  24/03/08
  • A really lovely experience." Diana & Roger - Oxford, UK
  • "Beats UK B&B anyday!"  Peter Krain, Somerset, UK 10/12/06
  • "Great hospitality, Thanks!" De R. girls - Byron Bay, NSW
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