New places to stay this Spring on the Sunshine Coast

Glen Eden Beach Resort

Refreshed coastal stays

Glen Eden Beach Resort is located in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most in-demand villages, Peregian Beach. Located just 10-minutes’ from Noosa with direct beach access, the resort is under new management and the resort is getting a fresh new look – with refurbished public spaces and furnishings. In Mooloolaba, Mirra Chana’s beach-level three-bedroom apartments have undergone impressive renovations with contemporary furnishings, deluxe bathrooms and fully-equipped full-size kitchens. Mirra Chana resort is the perfect beachside getaway with direct access to Mooloolaba Beach and only a short walk from The Wharf Mooloolaba. Richard Branson’s Sunshine Coast home, Makepeace Island, has reopened to the public following extensive refurbishment including new bathrooms and furniture, a new tennis court and barge. This heart-shaped private island resort caters for groups up to 22 guests exclusively, with three two-bedroom villas and four private rooms with ensuites in the Bali House. Ramada Marcoola Beach is undergoing a $2million “Hamptons-style” refurbishment of 24 of its holiday apartments and hotel rooms. Construction has started to transform the rooms with a classic coastal theme and natural materials inspired by the resort’s beachfront. The apartments will be lined with vinyl timber flooring, dark blue carpets, light blue walls and a new balcony setting. The resort features an outdoor lagoon pool, children’s wading pool, day spa, gym, onsite restaurant and bar, and six function rooms as well as complimentary sports equipment hire.

New heritage homes open their doors

Elsie’s Cottage

Despite being built in 1916, Elsie’s Cottage opened for guest stays for the first time last month. This enchanting hinterland retreat is named after the youngest granddaughter of Joseph and Alice Dixon, pioneers of the Sunshine Coast in the 1800s. The cottage has been lovingly restored by Joseph and Alice’s great-great-grandson Matthew Clarke and his wife, Sarah. The cottage sleeps four and has two exquisite ensuite bedrooms and boasts panoramic views over the Blackall Range to the coast. Built in 1895, Montville Estate offers a large original homestead as well as a private self-contained luxury cottage on a sprawling 1.5 acre property. In early 2024, the owners of Montville Estate opened the entire state to guests for the first time following a luxury redesign of the property and its estate. In the Gympie Region, an atmospheric cottage has been created out of the heritage building, The Wimberley (c. 1911), which was once part of Wimberley & Sons Grocery & Hardware Store in the hinterland village of Goomeri. Fully renovated and accessible, this two-bedroom boutique stay is the perfect base for exploring the rail trail and the region’s renowned local produce.

Hinterland stays for the whole family

Thirlestane Farm

Thirlestane Farm is a quintessential farm workers cottage renovated to an exceptionally high standard with an adjoining newly built barn set in 28 acres of peaceful rolling hills in Cooroy, just 20-minutes’ to the stunning beaches of Noosa. Sleeping up to eight guests, these two properties are ideal for families or small groups to escape to the country to relax and soak up the serenity of the farm – complete with highland cows! Into The Wild has launched their second tiny home on the Sunshine Coast, Tiny Aahana, perfect for tranquil family getaways. The first of Into The Wild’s family builds in Queensland, Tiny Aahana sleeps up to six guests and is equipped with all the amenities needed for a relaxing break, including an outdoor bathtub with sweeping views of the lush landscape. Nestled just 50 minutes away from both Sunshine Coast Airport and Brisbane Airport, Seven Peaks Farm Stay in Beerwah is a tranquil retreat, offering ultimate R&R. The six modern and impeccably designed private cabins and one family cottage are fully self-contained, each featuring spacious decks with superb views of the Glass House Mountains. This area is well known for its gourmet food trail, craft breweries, distilleries, hiking, mountain biking and scenic drives.