When did the Scenic Rim get so good? I ponder the question while gazing out from The Tamborine Boutique Hotel, taking in sweeping mountain views. Ahead, the suburb of Eagle Heights sits atop the range, rooftops peeking through thick foliage. To my right, the Gold Coast stretches into the distance, the ocean just visible on this clear, bluebird day. After a few days of exploring the region, I’m struck by the sheer volume of activity here. It’s hard to believe this is only an…

