Family-friendly vacation rentals in Sunshine Coast

Secluded Lake House Retreat + Winter fire pit

Secluded Lake House Retreat – Featured by Urban List Sunshine Coast 🌿 Escape to total seclusion at our off-grid Lake House, nestled in the peaceful rainforest of the Sunshine Coast hinterlands. While you will feel miles away in nature you are still conveniently less than 5 mins away from beautiful restaurants, waterfalls and hiking areas. The lake house was destined to hold space for anyone that needs to truly relax and disconnect in nature. We respect all guests privacy with self check in/out

Laura's Cottage

Welcome to our Hunchy Cottage located on two acres in the foothills of the scenic Blackall Range. Just 1 hour from Brisbane the cottage offers privacy, gorgeous views and a peaceful country feel. Only minutes from the charming villages of Montville and Palmwoods, a great range of eating options and just 20 minutes to beautiful Sunshine Coast beaches. The cottage is separate from our home and is your own while you stay. You will enjoy great access to all that the Sunshine Coast has to offer.

Maleny: "The Bower" - 'couple's cabin'

The couple's cabin is one of three close-knit pavilions at The Bower, rustique rainforest retreat; a tiny hamlet only 10 minutes drive from Maleny and 20 minutes to Woodfordia. Relax in front of the warm wood burning fireplace, enjoy the abundant bird life from your private deck, soak in the antique clawfoot bath, and lose yourself in the celestial clerestory views. Includes: light breakfast*, free WiFi, Foxtel, quirky chef's kitchen, romantic touches, quality linen, firewood** and bush pool*.

Single bush retreat: Birdhide

No TV, BYO Wifi. 20' basic container. Single trundle bed. Surrounded by native bush garden, on beautiful Land for Wildlife. It's small. It's unpretentious. There's a ceiling fan when the breeze is off duty. Enjoy the shower deck. Kitchen has sink, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster and coffee pod thingamjig. You'll need a car: We're 7 min to the shops, 13 minutes to the river, 15 minutes to the surf, 25 min to the hinterland waterfalls but only 0 minutes to tranquility. Host on premises.

Belltree Ridge - Private Rural Escape

Belltree Ridge is an absolute treasure in a stunning location. It is an extremely unique hand crafted homestead built from reclaimed and local timber. It offers complete privacy and is just 11 kms from the township of Maleny. For winter comfort, a wood burning fireplace and for summer an outside fire-pit . The three bedrooms have ducted air-conditioning and heating. We now have Starlink Wifi but will happily turn it off so guests can really disconnect from their busy lives.

Private Oasis

This 1 bedroom apartment has everything you will need. Rest and relax around the pool, walk to your local bakery for breakfast or the Thai restaurant for dinner. Your location is only 5 minutes drive to shopping at the Sunshine Plaza and Maroochydore, Mooloolaba beaches are close by as well (5-7km). Buderim Waterfalls are a 10 minute walk and other attractions like Australia Zoo, Sea life Mooloolaba, Ginger Factory, TreeTop challenge -Big Pineapple are within a 30 minute drive.

Villa Views | Maleny Retreat w/ Ocean Views

Escape to Villa Views, a modern two-level villa in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Just 15 mins to Maleny, with two spacious decks offering sweeping ocean and mountain views. Enjoy a full kitchen, cozy lounge, stylish bathroom with double shower, and all the comforts of home. Families and furry friends welcome (small pet fee). The perfect base to relax, explore waterfalls/hiking trails, browse markets, Australia Zoo, beaches, or simply unwind with wine under the stars.

Poolside Guestsuite in Tropical Private Oasis

Centrally located on the Sunshine Coast between the hinterland and the sea, near the hip railway town of Palmwoods, Wildwood Sanctuary is the perfect place to explore from, and come home to. Privately nestled amongst landscaped gardens with resort pool, surrounded by birdsong and bush, this unique retreat is private, spacious, playful, quirky, and relaxed. A short drive to local restaurants, pub, cafes, boutiques, markets and the Sunny Coast's waterfalls, beaches & shops.

Luxury Eco Cabin Maleny, Spectacular 360 Views!

Escape the hustle and reconnect with nature this winter at Donnington Ridge—your off-grid, eco-friendly retreat in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Set on 16 acres of private bushland, this peaceful haven offers sweeping views from the Glasshouse Mountains to Moreton Island. Breathe in the crisp mountain air, cosy up by the fire, or enjoy a woodfired meal in the new outdoor pizza oven. It’s the perfect place to unplug, slow down, and truly unwind.