Lotus creek homestead

The Homestead Lotus Creek, managed by Jen and Lindsay Hart, offers a unique camping experience and a delightful restaurant in a serene creek-side location.

A farming family in Central Queensland have rebuilt and restored a community hub at Lotus Creek, which was wiped out by Cyclone Debbie in The old service station had been closed for almost five years, leaving the local community and travelers passing through without fuel and important services on the Marlborough and Sarina Rd. Lotus Creek is km north west of Rockhampton and km south west of Mackay. Looking to fill the gap, the closure of the old service station dealt the local community, third generation graziers David and Lynda Kemp and their family at Lotus Park, purchased the Lotus Creek Tourist Park in early The Kemps have since transformed the old service station, trucking in two old buildings to form, The Homestead at Lotus Creek. Emma Kotrba, daughter of David and Lynda Kemp, said the family are excited to bring some life back to the stretch of road.

Lotus creek homestead

Lotus Creek is km north west of Rockhampton. There are 20 powered and 20 unpowered sites available for caravans, campers and motorhomes. On site accommodation is also available and may include cabins and on site caravans. We would like to add more information to this description so if you have stayed at this park would you kindly add your own review and comments using the form below. Bookings can be made by telephoning the park and please tell the park that you found them on Caravan Park Photos. You can see satellite view in full screen by clicking the icon in the top right hand corner. Satellite view will also enable you to see the park within the context of the town. The green arrow marks the exact location of the site. View Larger Map. I am the Manager.

The creekfront campgrounds provide spacious sites, allowing campers to enjoy campfires and mingle around the communal fire pit. Get in touch: or email ben.

Community Loved and Trusted. Image: Visitors to the Homestead at Lotus Creek enjoy tasty milkshakes and hearty country fare. Photo credit: Photos by Nell. Nestled in the southern hinterland of the Mackay region, sits a historic homestead offering travellers and day-trippers an oasis to refuel and refresh. The Homestead at Lotus Creek is becoming a favourite place to take a drive, see wildlife as you meander through the bush and then enjoy country hospitality and hearty tucker. Their family-operated business is positioned just a few kms down the road from The Homestead, and their ties to Lotus Creek go way back to the 70's when David can remember buying a paper bag full of lollies for just a few cents, or selling homegrown eggs for a bit of pocket money.

A fantastic place to stay. We had a very large family gathering. We used powdered sites, un-powered sites, on-site vans and on-site cabins. The setting and amenities are excellent. The toilet block has individual ensuite showers and toilets which is very nice.

Lotus creek homestead

We booked for a second visit in February in our Caravan with our Kayaks. Beautiful trees lots of shade good swimming spot. Powered sites , excellent facilities. Great cafe and restaurant. Friendly staff,definitely, worth a visit. A little oasis off the beaten track.

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Your Voice Matters. Quick Links. Farmonline Weather. Read our Privacy Policy. Self-contained cabins offer comfortable accommodation with ensuite bathrooms and individual balcony verandahs. During our stay, we decided to indulge. Hendra virus detected in horse in Mackay area. Digital Subscriptions. Subscribe to theCoalface Newsletter. Rural Life. The green arrow marks the exact location of the site. For those wanting a real rural experience, there are powered, non-powered and caravan camping sites ready for you to switch off and slow down.

The Homestead at Lotus Creek is located less than 2 hours from Mackay, or 2hrs 30mins from Rockhampton. We have powered, non-powered and caravan sites ready for you to switch off and slow down. If you have a well behaved pet, you're welcome to bring them with you, just get in touch when booking!

Pictures: Emma Kotrba. The tender, moist rissoles are like little flavour bombs that explode with every bite. Rural Events. Looking to fill the gap, the closure of the old service station dealt the local community, third generation graziers David and Lynda Kemp and their family at Lotus Park, purchased the Lotus Creek Tourist Park in early By Ben Harden. Under the guidance of David Kemp, the Kemp family embarked on renovating the property, which included two relocated Queenslander homes. Bookings can be made by telephoning the park and please tell the park that you found them on Caravan Park Photos. The Homestead Lotus Creek, managed by Jen and Lindsay Hart, offers a unique camping experience and a delightful restaurant in a serene creek-side location. Rural Life. Advertisement Ad.