The Overflow Estate 1895
The Overflow Estate 1895
The Overflow Estate 1895
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Our magnificent, brand-spanking-new Cellar Door is now open. You can visit unannounced on Saturdays and Sundays. You can linger until 1600 and enjoy the ambience, the food, the wine and the thrill of just being in this little slice of Heaven. Our goal is to make you feel welcome, provide a haven for relaxation and embellish the experience with excellent food and wines of unparalleled quality.
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Natalie R
82 contributions
Dec 2021
We went twice to the Overflow during our stay at the Scenic Rim, once on a Friday to do the wine tasting and once on a Saturday to enjoy the 'Two Chefs' menu. You'd be hard pressed to find better value for money at $69 for 3 courses. I had the pork belly, duck and crepe brûlée and the food was excellent. We also had the (additional charge) baguette with truffle butter, because who doesn't love truffle butter.
The grounds are lovely, and you can go sit in the lawn after your tasting/meal and look over the lake. The staff are friendly and relaxed- except about timings. It's like someone told them efficiency is key. I'd not finished my glass in the tasting and they were back. When I said I hadn't finished they stood there and waited for me to finish to pour the next - in total we tasted about six wines in under 20mins.
At the lunch, We got the baguette delivered and I'd just taken a bite of the fist slice when the entree arrived. We had 3 courses in less than an hour, which would be great in an inner city restaurant on a lunch break, but at a winery, on a sunny Saturday afternoon, with a musician playing, seems counter intuitive- and a great way to sell less wine. We made up for it by going and having a lie on the lawn but it would have been nice to have a leisurely lunch. They have 2 sittings, 11.30am and 1.30pm and we were the later so I'm not sure why we were rushed through.
All in all a lovely spot, some decent Italian varietal (and a Spanish).
The grounds are lovely, and you can go sit in the lawn after your tasting/meal and look over the lake. The staff are friendly and relaxed- except about timings. It's like someone told them efficiency is key. I'd not finished my glass in the tasting and they were back. When I said I hadn't finished they stood there and waited for me to finish to pour the next - in total we tasted about six wines in under 20mins.
At the lunch, We got the baguette delivered and I'd just taken a bite of the fist slice when the entree arrived. We had 3 courses in less than an hour, which would be great in an inner city restaurant on a lunch break, but at a winery, on a sunny Saturday afternoon, with a musician playing, seems counter intuitive- and a great way to sell less wine. We made up for it by going and having a lie on the lawn but it would have been nice to have a leisurely lunch. They have 2 sittings, 11.30am and 1.30pm and we were the later so I'm not sure why we were rushed through.
All in all a lovely spot, some decent Italian varietal (and a Spanish).
Written December 18, 2021
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Vee259
Brisbane, Australia47 contributions
Aug 2020
This winery is fabulous. It sits at the edge of Wyaralong Dam and has spectacular views. We were a party of 6 and booked in for lunch (make sure to book). We arrived at 11.30am and by 12pm the place was full. There was a choice of 2 course or 3 course lunch, some of our party had 3 courses I only had 2 but all meals were delicious. there was also a wine tasting tent and a local singer singing some tunes for us while we ate. We then went for a walk & took heaps of photos of the scenery. You will need at least 2-3 hours to enjoy the food and ambience of the Estate, we could have even stayed longer but wanted to explore more of the region.
Written August 18, 2020
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Dear Vee 259,
It has been remiss of me to have delayed my reply to your generous 5-star rating. I apologise.
Your pleasure is ours. Without happy guests, our quest is in vain. Please make a point of visiting again and seeking me out. It will be a pleasure to welcome you personally.
Warmest regards
David.
Written August 25, 2020
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Ambassador657752
15 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We needed to stop for lunch and stumbled on this restaurant at a winery outside of Beaudesert we were greeted warmly by the staff . Beautifully executed food, we had entree followed by crab lasagne with a glass of perfect wine . If we lived nearby I think it would be a regular call in. Places such as these are a real delight to find in the Australian country side . Not a price everyone would pay for lunch however I felt the location and quality justified the costs.
Written September 2, 2023
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Anne Maree P
1 contribution
Oct 2020 • Friends
I have visited this winery on a number of occasions now and each time I have bought a minimum of six people with me.. we have eaten at the restaurant which we feel is overpriced for what you get.. we have really enjoyed getting away from the city and look forward to listening to great music.. however on the last two occasions the owner has been quiet nasty to us and to top it off we got abused for bringing our own water on the last visit.. the owner should look at her staff as they couldn’t be more helpful and pleasant to deal with maybe she should take a lesson from them in the future. Needless to say we will not be back again..
Written October 25, 2020
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Dear Annemareep298,
Oh .. what a terrible review. I am genuinely mortified!! Please accept my unqualified apology.
I write as the owner, and I'm a male, so it was not me who greeted you. I am sorry that I didn't have a chance to meet you personally and create a vastly improved impression.
You review is greatly appreciated though. Without constructive criticism, we can never improve. Our unashamed goal is absolute excellence and it is obvious we failed on this occasion. Our parlous performance is all the more poignant given your repeated attendances, and your generous introduction of fellow guests.
In an effort to make amends, I hope you will accept a gift of 2 bottles of wine (of your choice of course) when next you dine with us. Simply call me personally and I will ensure your visit is seamless.
Warmest regards
David.
0402 793 889.
Written October 26, 2020
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Jeff W
1 contribution
Oct 2022 • Couples
The outlook over the lake is beautiful. The red wine was enjoyable.
The food tasted nice as you would expect. Four people, one and a half hours drive of Brisbane, sparking water, one bottle of red, three courses, $ 374.
Portions were way too small. We ended up eating again in Beaudesert on the way home. The website says they open till 4pm, but at 3:15 they had already turned the coffee machine off and we’re packing up around us. Giving us the hurry up.
Not worth it when you leave hungry and have to spend 3 hours on B grade country roads for the day.
The food tasted nice as you would expect. Four people, one and a half hours drive of Brisbane, sparking water, one bottle of red, three courses, $ 374.
Portions were way too small. We ended up eating again in Beaudesert on the way home. The website says they open till 4pm, but at 3:15 they had already turned the coffee machine off and we’re packing up around us. Giving us the hurry up.
Not worth it when you leave hungry and have to spend 3 hours on B grade country roads for the day.
Written October 9, 2022
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H2069QTtimothym
Elanora, Australia7 contributions
Feb 2023
Be prepared to relax and enjoy the setting. The wine tasting is best enjoyed with food as you are seated in the restaurant or the grounds. This place isn't in a hurry and the history of the dam is as interesting as the story of the winery. A memorable experience and we were allowed to have our dog out the back on the grass.
Written February 5, 2023
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Irina
Brisbane, Australia28 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
The two stars are to acknowledge the great effort of the chef and his team. The sand crab lasagna and the duck were our highlights. My husband wasn’t happy with his wagyu steak brisket and my father in law though that the cod tasted like basa ☹️
Service was awful, my husband booked a table at 1:30pm for lunch on the deck for 4 people, we were placed in a terrible spot near kitchen door and the ramp to the bathroom, On a fairly humid hot day (al fresco dinning) they didn’t have any fans or misting devices. The venue was so hot, even their staff weren’t coping, and had to cool themselves down in the cold room.
Staff members were so busy picking up dirty plates from other tables and organising cutlery they forgot about us, no drinks offered, no water served in such a heat. Terrible. I had to remind them we were there.
The venue is great, and it has great views but don’t be fooled by this, terrible customer service, basic seating , small serves, bland deserts and they don’t cater to the weather conditions. We couldn’t wait to leave to never come back.
Service was awful, my husband booked a table at 1:30pm for lunch on the deck for 4 people, we were placed in a terrible spot near kitchen door and the ramp to the bathroom, On a fairly humid hot day (al fresco dinning) they didn’t have any fans or misting devices. The venue was so hot, even their staff weren’t coping, and had to cool themselves down in the cold room.
Staff members were so busy picking up dirty plates from other tables and organising cutlery they forgot about us, no drinks offered, no water served in such a heat. Terrible. I had to remind them we were there.
The venue is great, and it has great views but don’t be fooled by this, terrible customer service, basic seating , small serves, bland deserts and they don’t cater to the weather conditions. We couldn’t wait to leave to never come back.
Written November 20, 2022
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PeaceAndLight
Australia3,319 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
Nice set menu options for a very casual lunch. The crispy pork belly was actually crumbed which was surprising. The sandcrab lasagne had good crab flavour in the sauce. Creme brulee was lovely.
It was super windy....with a glass being blown off the next table on the deck ....which was a pity as all the screens were pulled down so we couldn't really enjoy the view.
It was super windy....with a glass being blown off the next table on the deck ....which was a pity as all the screens were pulled down so we couldn't really enjoy the view.
Written February 12, 2022
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Varsity Lakes M
1 contribution
May 2021
I visited The Overflow Estate on the weekend for a fun run. Wow what an absolute piece of paradise. The setting is absolutely stunning!! We stayed in the glamping accommodating which was just fantastic, even the loo's were impressive, very lux! The food and wine were amazing but what was most memorable was meeting the lovely husband and wife team that own the estate. It was instantly obvious that this is a labour of love and their genuine interest in you enjoying your time at their estate. I can't wait to go back!!
Written May 23, 2021
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Oh dearest guest,
How did we miss your brilliant review? Thanks so much for coming, enjoying and posting.
You have made our day!!
Love
Noeleen and David.
Written November 16, 2021
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roslyn1955
Southern Highlands, Australia16 contributions
Nov 2022
Disappointing . Food presentation ,portions& taste poor. Wine expensive & poor quality. Certainly not what was expected for a small family get together after travelling a distance .Live entertainment very poor & annoyingly loud . The view & property very nice . Not value for money. Ate dessert elsewhere on the way home .
Written November 6, 2022
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