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There’s nothing more fun than a well-deserved trip with your gal pals, your old team mates or that special group of someones. We have curated an offer to help you make the most of your time in Coolum and leave you all feeling refreshed and relaxed.
Book a stay of 3 nights of more during July and August using promo code GRAB-A-LOVED-ONE and we'll throw in the following:
There's plenty to explore while you are on our beautiful Coast. You can find inspiration here >
Click Book Now and enter promo code GRAB-A-LOVED-ONE to unlock this fantastic offer!
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We've found ourselves with excess room nights this month that have to be sold. Grab yourself a bargain and book a quick getaway staying anytime between today and 23 June 2022 and you can stay 3 nights for the price of 2.
HURRY! This offer is only a vailable for a very short time.
Valid Dates: BOOK: 06 June - 20 June 2022 STAY: 06 June - 23 June 2022
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For a limited time only.
We are offering amazing deals on 4 and 5 night stays between Sunday and Thursday throughout May, June, July and into August. HURRY Offer ends at midnight on 15 May 2022 or until sold out. MASSIVE discounts off our regular prices. Check out these crazy prices:
2 Bedroom Villa from $879
2 Bedroom Executive Villa from $929
2 Bed Terrace from $999
3 Bedroom Executive Villa from $1,099
3 Bed Terrace from $1,229
2 Bedroom Villa from $999
2 Bedroom Executive Villa from $1,159
2 Bed Terrace from $1,259
3 Bedroom Executive Villa from $1,329
3 Bed Terrace from $1,459
Valid Dates: BOOK: 3 - 16 May 2022 STAY: 8 May - 31 August 2022 (Blackouts apply during school holiday periods)
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May and June is the best time of year to visit the Sunny Coast!
Warm and sunny days with cool-ish nights - as in ... you might need to wear long sleeves, sometimes.
Even better still, prices are at low season rates ... and we're throwing in extra nights! That's right, Stay 3 nights between Sunday and Thursday in a 2 or 3 bedroom villa and only pay for 2
Fancy a cheeky mini beach break? Grab a loved one and start exploring
Valid Dates: BOOK: 24 March - 23 April 2022 - STAY: Between 25 April and 24 June 2022
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We love the the Sunshine Coast, even in winter! We're blessed with warm weather each day and crisp, cool nights. Enjoy beautiful clear blue skies while looking out over the endless glassy waters of the Coral Sea. At this time of year there's so much to adore about this fabulous part of Australia!!
And so that you can enjoy just a little more winter warmth when you visit, we're offering 7 nights for the price of 5!
What better reason to plan your winter getaway now.
PS. whale season kicks off about June. Watch them pass by from your balcony!
Valid Dates: BOOK: 24 March - 30 April 2022 - STAY: Between 27 May and 24 June 2022
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Salty Saturdays in Coolum Beach - Markets, Live Music and Kids Entertainment Come and experience the best that Coolum has to offer at this fabulous...
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Learn More View AllCome and experience the best that Coolum has to offer at this fabulous local event, Salty Saturdays. Every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month in Jack Morgan Park (next to the Coolum Bowls Club) there will be an afternoon of fun for everyone. This community-focused event runs from 2:30 pm to 8:30 pm on Saturdays. There will be market stalls, food trucks, live music, a licensed area and free activities for the kids. The whole family is welcome, including pets so why not make an afternoon of it!
Salty Saturdays are a celebration of Coolum’s surf and skate culture and the event is split into five different zones. The Grom Zone is just for the kids and includes fun activities for them to enjoy. Enjoy the best of local music, art, food and products that Coolum has to offer.
This is more than just a market, this is a place for locals and visitors to enjoy the best of Coolum and support local businesses while enjoying an afternoon of free entertainment.
Weekends in Coolum are full of sea, salt and sun! Coolum is the best beachside town to kick off your shoes, go for a relaxing walk and take a refreshing dip in the ocean. The friendly community will welcome you with open arms. The town is filled with national parks, adventures, delicious restaurants and a patrolled beach for year-round swimming and surfing. The natural wonders of Coolum will take your breath away so why not explore the rock pools at Coolum’s First Bay or take a walk alongside the ocean view boardwalk. There is something for everyone in Coolum so bring the family and experience a weekend of sea, salt and sun!
When you are planning your trip to Coolum, staying at The Point Coolum Beach should be part of your itinerary. The luxurious accommodation features ocean-view villas that overlook Point Arkwright and Coolum Beach. With one, two or three-bedroom options available there will be an ocean-view villa that will feel like a home away from home.
You can wake up and watch the sunrise from your balcony and listen to the birds singing. The Point Coolum is only a 10-minute walk from the heart of Coolum. On the way, you will explore the beautiful natural landscape. Just across the road from your hotel is the secluded Third Bay. This hidden gem will make you feel like you have your own private beach to yourself. There are three bays to explore and make sure you keep an eye out for turtles popping their heads as they love hanging out around the bays.
You will feel like a local in no time and our friendly staff will let you in on all of our local secrets. The Point Coolum is your getaway for a relaxing stay in the most beautiful area on the Sunshine Coast.
Beautiful beaches, shimmering blue seas, surfing, river tours, trekking, deep sea fishing, golfing and national parks are just a few of the outdoor attractions that visitors enjoy. Those interested in food and wine can visit local wineries and enjoy fresh seafood and gourmet cuisine.
Activities for children include zoos, theme parks, swimming and even a ginger factory. Shopping is an experience in itself with boutiques, malls and street fairs that feature crafts of local artisans. The entire family will enjoy the many local festivals that occur throughout the year. Contact us for OCEAN VIEW ACCOMMODATION.
If you're coming to the Sunshine Coast by air, the Sunshine Coast Airport is just 30 km north of Caloundra. Transport options at the airport include car rentals, public buses, private transport and shuttles.
The airport is convenient to the Sunshine Motorway. The National Highway M1 runs north-south, approximately 30 km inland and parallel to the Sunshine Motorway. Both allow easy access to favourite attractions, parks, and beaches.
Starting in the south at Caloundra, the beaches down there are among the Sunshine Coast's favourites. Spend an afternoon in the surf at King's Beach. Bulcock Beach has a newly restored boardwalk and offers both kitesurfing and windsurfing.
Other water activities include fishing, scuba diving, and sailing.
People also enjoy taking a cruise through one of several marine parks in the area, where you can view the varied wildlife and beautiful scenery. Visitors remark at the extraordinary bird watching opportunities.
Take a leisurely walk along the Sunshine Coastal Pathway, which stretches from Caloundra north to Tewantin at Noosa Heads. The 9 km portion at Caloundra passes by beaches, a lighthouse, lakes, and creeks, giving a scenic view of several environmental zones. Visitors can walk or cycle on the path.
If you are there on Sunday, be sure to check out the Caloundra Farmer's Market for local fresh vegetables, seafood and flowers. The Sunday Bulcock Street Markets offer local crafts, outdoor dining and more.
Just a few kilometres up the road in Yandina in the central area of the Sunshine Coast is the Ginger Factory, where the entire family can enjoy rides, tour the factory, stroll through the extensive gardens, help beekeepers extract honey and shop for scrumptious ginger products.
Just opposite the Ginger Factory is Nutworks and the Chocolate Factory. Guests can tour the factory and taste the delectable macadamia and chocolate treats made there. The factory gives tours and has a retail store full of freshly made products.
Adjacent to these two attractions is Mapleton Forest Reserve, where visitors can experience the hinterland forests with great views of the coast.
Day users can see waterfalls and walk through deep forests, wetlands and palm groves. Pack a lunch and enjoy the sounds, sights, and scents of nature during your picnic.
Emundi, a hinterland village not far from Yandina, is famous for its markets. Each Saturday and Wednesday, the small village is transformed into one of the largest outdoor markets in Queensland.
More than 600 stalls offer homemade foods, organic fruits and vegetables, live entertainment, face painting and artwork by local craftspeople. Jewelry, clothing, furniture and toys are some of the items on offer. The market also sponsors a number of community events throughout the year.
Today, stay closer to home at Coolum Beach. Coolum is one of the best-known areas for surfing and water activities. Coolum is also home to a professional golf course. The Coolum Surf Club gives surfing lessons from beginner to advanced.
Nearby Mount Coolum is a favourite hiking area. Many hikers enjoy seeing the sun rise from the top of this remnant volcanic dome. Day hikers can take their time climbing up the natural steps to the top. The trail goes through ecological zones that include tropical forest, wetlands, and scrub inhabited by rare, native species.
North of Coolum lies Noosa Heads. The headlands form the northern extreme of Noosa National Park. Easy trails through the park let hikers of any ability enjoy the journey through rainforests, saltwater marshes and the coastline. Koalas are often observed in the trees.
Most visitors make their way to Hastings Street, home to boutiques and a myriad of popular restaurants. It is also the starting place for tours to Fraser Island, a World Heritage Site, and Rainbow Beach.
Coolum Beach is at the heart of the Sunshine Coast and even if you have never been here, we are sure you have heard us boasting of sunny, summer days and warm summer’s nights spent in and around our beautiful little village.
Offering visitors to Coolum a variety of quaint, enjoyable and memorable activities, Coolum is also centrally located to many other wonder-filled places such as Hinterland, Noosa and Mooloolaba. It is clear to see why Coolum is not only a popular HOLIDAY destination, but also a revered ‘staycation’ destination for locals who wish to keep the place a secret.
So, when in Rome, you wouldn't miss a visit to the Colosseum or exploring Vatican City - and the same is true to Coolum Beach - there are a few things you simply can’t miss out on when you visit our sunny shores.
Dramatically named but actually one of the most natural wonders, The Sunshine Coast has to offer, Hell’s Gate is a high bluff, accessible by an enjoyable stroll, it offers spectacular views of the entire Sunshine Coast coastline from Double Island Point to the end of Alexandria Bay. This is a sight to see if there ever was one and you simply cannot miss out basking in the beauty that Hell’s Gate’s view has to offer.
When visiting any location, you need to check out the local life and see how the locals live. Close to Coolum Beach, Peregian Beach Village Square, boasting its authentic 'village' roots with a modern 'boho' edge, is a popular bustling hotspot you just have to visit if you’re looking to entertain the children, grab a delectable bite to eat, enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee and do some much-deserved holiday shopping!
While the beach always offers scenery of water, why not visit Kondalilla Falls and enjoy natural water of the flowing kind. This is a definite spot to visit when in Coolum so pack a picnic, your camera and backpack and head to these falls. And fall in love even harder with our area’s flowing falls by taking a trip to Buderim Falls. BBQ with family and friends or enjoy one of the walking trails closely surrounding these falls which is set amid a rainforest.
If ever you’re in Coolum Beach, make sure you don’t pass up the opportunity to experience any one of these three unique and exciting activities unique to Coolum and The Sunshine Coast. Coolum has everything you need to spend every day of your holiday happy and fulfilled
Our market venues cover the length and breadth of the region and are held somewhere just about every day of the week (even some nights!).
During these pandemic-crazy times, market co-ordinators have put in place social distancing and health and safety plans to ensure every member of the family can enjoy their time browsing, chatting with artisan stallholders, eating their way around the world in international cuisine and filling their shopping bags with bargains and fresh goodness.
Discover a picturesque country town or beachside gem as you trawl for kitchen bric-a-brac, reminisce over vintage flared jeans, choose a quirky souvenir for Aunty Dot or wolf down an iced donut you’ve been drooling over.
Here’s a selection of markets, near and nearby, appealing to young and old.
Nearest Markets:
Salty Saturdays (Jack Morgan Park, Coolum)
More than just a market, Salty Saturdays is an event for locals and visitors to come together and celebrate Coolum culture and community. Come to Coolum for a salty swim, sandy soles and sunshine on your skin.
Salty Saturdays is on the 2nd and 4th Saturday afternoon of each month between 1pm and 7pm and has live music, free entertainment, delicious food, and a licensed bar. Bring your family and friends for a fun afternoon in the park and enjoy the sea, salt and sun in Coolum!
Sunshine Coast Collective Markets(Barnes Lane, Coolum Beach)
A Sunday morning that is full of fun for all ages! With plenty see, lots of food to eat and some of the best speciality coffee on the Coast you will not be disappointed! Whether you are shopping for a gift, or for yourself, or simply looking for a location to meet up with a friend, our markets are a great addition to your weekend plans.
Every 4th Sunday of the Month, 8am – 12pm.
Peregian Markets(Kingfisher Drive, Peregian Beach)
You can experience it all at Peregian Markets. Well known for the variety of art, craft, up cycled, recycled, created, designed, manufactured, handmade, home grown, organic and fair trade. This is a great place to pick up a gift or new outfit, enjoy a relaxing massage and stock your fridge and pantry. Spend the morning browsing the stalls; enjoy the ’buskers’, have a swim, walk the beach and soaking up the atmosphere!
Peregian Markets is the place to be on every 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month from 7am – 12.30pm.
Eumundi Original Markets (Memorial Dr, Eumundi): These markets are billed as “Australia’s premier artisan markets”, open on Saturdays (7am-2pm) and Wednesdays (8am-2pm). “Make it, bake it, sew it, grow it” is the stallholders’ catchcry. Original artworks, sculptures, furniture, handmade toys, homewares, skincare, fashion and jewellery, fresh fruit and vegetables, breads, cheeses and yogurts are among the wares on offer in the leafy space where live music wafts on the breeze.
Yandina Markets (North St, Yandina): Vintage and retro fashion, pre-loved/recycled goods and trash-and-treasure stalls join with a farmers’ market mix of garden plants, spices and fresh fruit and vegetables at these laid-back and colourful markets. Get in early (from 6am every Saturday) to snag the best bargains.
Fishermans Road Markets (corner of the David Low Way and Fishermans Rd, Maroochydore): Run by the Mooloolaba Lions Club volunteers, these markets boast second-hand bargains, vintage clothes, freshly-baked cakes and fresh fruit and vegetables from 6am to noon every Sunday, just opposite the Maroochy River and picnic areas.
Noosa Farmers Market (Noosa AFL Club, Weyba Rd, Noosaville): Indulge the senses with an array of organic and seasonal produce, marinades and sauces, skincare products, seafood, bread, cheeses, olives and tapenades, herbs, freshly caught seafood and great coffee at one of the Coast’s best-loved farmers’ markets every Sunday from 7am-noon.
Caloundra Street Fair (Bulcock St, Caloundra): The main street is closed off to traffic so market-goers can wander stalls at their leisure with a live music soundtrack. Locally made art and craft, homewares, street food, gourmet sweets, fresh produce, fashion and fun are on offer – surrounded by cafes, boutiques and specialty shops that lie only two blocks from Bulcock Beach – from 8am-1pm Sundays.
Marcoola Market (Lorraine Ave, Marcoola): Every Friday is family night in the park with takeaway stalls serving an international food fest of Turkish delights, dumplings, donuts, plant-based nourishment, paella, Japanese meals, German sausages, burgers, Mexican food, Latin street food, spring rolls and French crepes from 4-8pm. The Marcoola Farmers’ Market takes over the area every Saturday from 8am with fresh organic fruit and veg, meat, bread, olives and the unusual bone broth honey.
Innovation, location, celebrity chefs and TV stars, paddock-to-plate local ingredients, awards … There’s plenty of reasons why Sunshine Coast restaurants are getting noticed and making waves in foodie circles.
Sum Yung Guys (Channel 10 Masterchef’s Matt Sinclair) in Sunshine Beach, View by Matt Golinski (celebrity chef) in Noosa, Spice Bar in Mooloolaba, The Spirit House in Yandina, Noosa Waterfront Restaurant and Bar on the Noosa River and Bistro C with its Noosa Main Beach location are household names across Australia. Book well ahead and you can see for yourself why they are enduring favourites.
But dozens of other neighbourhood cafes, restaurants specialising in international cuisine and special-occasion dining venues can be found throughout our coastal suburbs and rural nooks and crannies, working hard to deliver on taste, value, service and unique foodie experiences. Here’s a selection of the best restaurants on the Sunny Coast, near and nearby:
Mr Mancino: Mr Mancino is a local family owned and operated Italian restaurant with a passion for great food. Coming from Italian heritage, they create traditional Italian food from the finest and freshest ingredients - just like Nonna made it.
Pitchfork: Offering modern Australian cuisine with a seasonally changed menu, with stylish décor with a rustic feel. On the square in nearby Peregian Village Pitchfork has won its fair share of awards over the years and is a popular with locals and tourists alike.
Periwinkle: Periwinkle offers a modern French Mediterranean cuisine with delicious seafood, hand crafted sourdough breads, char grill beef and seasonal vegetables. Enjoy a relaxing breakfast, lunch or dinner in the family friendly Peregian Village Square. Open for breakfast Saturday and Sundays and lunch + dinner 7 days
Sails Restaurant, Noosa: For location, you can’t get much better than this, overlooking Noosa Main Beach. Executive chef Paul Leete prides himself on offering sophisticated yet relaxed dining with the spotlight on seasonal, locally sourced produce in his modern Australian menu.
Tides Waterfront Dining, Bulcock Beach, Caloundra: A favourite with brides and grooms, this fine dining restaurant has an expansive, 180-degree view from the Pacific Ocean, along Pumicestone Passage to sunsets over the Glasshouse Mountains, so there is never a bad table or day to visit.
Ricky's River Bar and Restaurant, Noosa Heads: Located right on the Noosa River in Quamby Place, Ricky’s epitomises the area’s relaxed, chic lifestyle. This is the place to go to watch the sunset over cocktails before a romantic dinner (perhaps the six-course tasting menu showcasing local produce with matching wines).
Fisk on Parkyn, Mooloolaba: A favourite with residents and tourists over the past 15 years, Fish On Parkyn is committed to giving local, seasonal seafood – brought in daily from wharves only seconds away – the spotlight it deserves within the menus.
Terrace of Maleny: This family-run business has been operating since 1992, offering panoramas filled with mountains, valleys and coastline. Seafood is its specialty – from chowder to hot and cold platters and its signature dish: whole crispy wok-fried reef fish.
Rick's Garage, Palmwoods: Let’s take it down a notch to the atmosphere of a backyard Aussie barbecue with burgers too big to hold, rockabilly music, hot rods and pin-up dresses. Rick’s has become an institution on the Coast for its hearty meals and vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere in this much-loved country town. And don’t forget the Whiskey Bar (that used to be the mechanic’s house) with more than 170 premium spirits and an extensive cocktail menu.
Locale Noosa: It may be located in the “French Quarter” of Hastings St but this popular venue with a lively atmosphere emphasises authentic Italian tradition but with a modern approach, using the best of local seasonal produce and imported ingredients.
Harry's on Buderim, On the Edge of Buderim Forest Park: Stuart Bell brings 30 years’ experience as a chef to his modern Australian cuisine served in a 140-year-old, heritage-style homestead with a veranda giving diners stunning views of the rainforest.
Discover the diversity of the Sunshine Coast - where you can experience a laid-back lifestyle, pristine beaches, freshwater rivers and lakes, subtropical forests and plenty of warm sunshine.
A short stroll down the Coolum boardwalk brings you to Coolum's renowned white sandy beach and the local village. Here you can take a surfing lesson or just kick back, relax and enjoy the beach. Go boutique shopping on David Low Way and sip a coffee at one of Coolum's cafes. In the summer holidays, check out the Coolum Twilight Markets, which offers everything from new and handmade clothing to local jewellery, arts and crafts. Aqua Fun Park Coolum is an exciting aquatic play area with activities suitable for children as young as six.
If you're an active, outdoorsy type and don't mind an adventure with a terrific view, you can climb Mt. Coolum. It takes about 45 minutes to trek to the summit of this mountain, but once you get there, the views will make it more than worth your while. There are 360-degree views of the Sunshine Coast that include everything from the ocean to rolling hills.
We live in a place of amazing beauty and we work hard to keep it pristine - for our wildlife, our children and ourselves.
And we'd love your help.
Plastic is a material designed to last forever that we often use only once. Poorly managed plastic leaks into the sea. Our local turtles mistake plastic bags for jellyfish - plastic pollution kills wildlife and devastates our oceans.
We're an Official Suppporter of the global charity Take 3 For The Sea and we ask every visitor to help us make a big difference, simply by taking 3 pieces of rubbish away with them whenever they visit the beach or a local waterway.
It's that easy to make a positive impact on our little community.
The Point Coolum is centrally located on the Sunshine Coast. We are an easy 20 min drive from popular Noosa Heads and vibrant Mooloolaba. We'll share our local secrets, best coffee, secluded beaches, sumptuous dining, memorable adventures and more. We respect our local surroundings, its people and support local organisations to preserve its natural beauty.
