Title: A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71423000/71422944/bc71e687.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71423000/71422944/ce742a78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71423000/71422944/70fd85ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71423000/71422944/68701707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71430000/71423000/71422944/b4a90205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a rural setting, Coolum Serenity offers the comforts of a 5-star apartment with views to Mt Ninderry, Mt Coolum and beyond to the ocean. Enjoy exploring gardens or simply taking them in from your private patio. With tea, coffee and breakfast makings included, you're just a short walk or drive from local cafes and restaurants. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pool - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views A private, quiet and spacious apartment with views to Mt Ninderry, Mt Coolum and beyond to the ocean from most rooms including the bathroom! This lower floor of our home provides all the comforts of a 5 star apartment in a rural setting. Enjoy exploring the gardens or just looking across them to the Coast. We are close to Mapleton and access to all that the Blackall Ranges has to offer but without the traffic and noise, being located at the end of a cul-de-sac. Tea, coffee and breakfast makings are included. It is a short walk or a 5 minute drive to local cafes and restaurants, wedding venues or forest walks. A separate entrance with a parking space enables total privacy with as much or little contact with hosts as desired. There is a PowerPoint near the car park if you need to charge your electric vehicle. We are located close to sections of the Hinterland Great Walk and Peter is happy to offer experienced guidance on tracks. We are also only 30 minutes from beautiful beaches and the Sunshine Coast airport. This really is a monster apartment with spacious bedroom, kitchenette, comfortable living and dining areas, separate lounge/TV room and extensive outdoor patios on the east and north sides. In addition to cooking facilities a BBQ is available on the patio. Warm up by the outside chiminea if the night is cool. Be warned - it is pretty quiet - the most noise you’ll hear is the birds! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Gather used towels Remove personal items Turn off the lights and return the keys Please put all used towels in the bath Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 9611502 ### Property is also known as Sunshine Coast Hinterland Haven with stunning views ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-26.626842,152.87204&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ttnaDgy%60d%5C%3FQ%3FQ%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40O%40Q%40Q%40QBO%40QBS%40MBQBOBQBMDSBMDQDOBODQFMDODOFQDMFOFOFMFOFKHOFMFOHKHOHKHMHMHMHKJKHMJKJKHKJKJIJKJILIJKJILGJILILGLIJGLILILELGLENELILELENELCNELENALENCNALCNEN%3FNALCNAN%3FNCN%3FN%3FL%3FNCNBN%3FN%3FL%3FNBN%3FN%40NBN%40L%3FNDNBL%40NBNDL%40NDLDLBNDLDNDLHLDLDLFLDLHLHLFLHJFLHLHJFJHLJJHJHJJJHJJJJHJJJHLJJHJJLFLJLFJHNHJHNFLFNFJFNFLFNFNFLDPFNDNDLDPDNDNBPDLBRBLBPBNBPBL%40RBP%40N%40P%40P%40P%40N%40P%3FP%3FN%40P%3FP%3FPAP%3FN%3FPAPANAPAPAPANCPAPCNCPCNCPCNCPENCNENENEPELENGNEPGNGLGNGLGNGJGNGLINIJINGJKNGJKLILKHILKJIJKJKJKFKLKJKFMJKHKHMFMHKFMHMFMHMHMDMFMDMDMHODMDODMBMDODM%40ODOBM%40OBODM%3FO%40OBOBO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FOBOCM%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCMCOAO%3FOEMCOAOCMEOAMEOEMCOEMEMEMIOEMEMGMEMIMIKGMIMGMIKGMIKIKKMGKKKMKGKKIKKKKKIMKIIMIMIKIOIKIOIKGOGMIOGKGOGMGOGMEOGQEOEOGMEQCOEOEOCOEQCOCQCOCQAOCQAQCOAQAQAQAO%3FQAQ%3FO%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GYIw63ghSHdvxBg3v2NlU75abgk=) Mapleton, QLD #### What's nearby - Mapleton Falls National Park - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles - Big Pineapple - 22 min drive - 12.0 miles - Kondalilla Falls - 22 min drive - 7.1 miles - Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk - 29 min drive - 12.0 miles - Lake Baroon - 29 min drive - 12.0 miles #### Getting around - Nambour Station - 14 min drive - Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kebab Zone - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Barn on Flaxton - ‬5 min drive - ‪Montville Cafe Bar Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Flaxton Gardens - ‬4 min drive - ‪Little May Espresso - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views ? > Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kondalilla National Park, Mapleton Falls National Park and Piccabeen Circuit Trailhead. Headwaters Nature Refuge and Woompoo Circuit Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Hinterland Haven - with stunning views Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence 3 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication This property is very private, and the views are expansive and really beautiful. ##### Lawrence Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin 29 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness As described, it was the home away from home. Quiet, stunning views and close to lots of nice walks and places to eat. We will stay again. ##### Colin Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brendan 15 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Views are amazing. Its a home away from home. ##### Brendan Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Just lovely.great hosts. Property stylish fantastic views.it was a lucky find. Love from U.K. ##### Neil Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon 1 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication All of the essentials where available plenty of space and the view is amazing ##### Jon Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark s. 22 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mapleton Escape A beautiful property for a weekend or longer stay. Very comfortable accommodation, with a wonderful view. I would recommend. ##### Mark s. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew M. 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay Stayed for a week and absolutely loved it. Great secluded location and the view was spectacular. The accommodation modern and clean with plenty of space. Location is very convenient, 30 minutes to Sunshine Coast and Maleny and Montville 10 minutes away. The owners Meryl and Peter were lovely. Hopefully we can return again soon. ##### Andrew M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Colleen B. 6 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well presented, fully self contained. Relaxing. Lovely views to the east. ##### Colleen B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roslyn 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Stunning views meant instant relaxation. It's a comfortable, spacious and clean property too. Close to all the fun and foods of Mapleton, Flaxton, Kondadlilla and Montville. We will return! ##### Roslyn Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful & restorative stay!! Beautifully appointed spacious unit with stunning hinterland views offers peaceful and restorative surroundings while travelling. Meryl & Peter are welcoming and gracious hosts and even provide breakfast making provisions and unexpected extras. Much enjoyed our four nights and could’ve stayed longer. Highly recommend! ##### Michelle S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda 27 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This place is wonderful. Peter and Meryl are excellent hosts, communicative and welcoming and a good source of local knowledge without being intrusive at all. The apartment is large, spacious, well designed and well-equipped. The views across the hinterland are stunning. ##### Amanda Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip W. 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Amazing, the best place we have ever stayed in. Well presented property overlooking the valley with views to the ocean, quiet and totally relaxing. Great owners who are mostly unseen but there if you want to talk. We will definately be back again.. ##### Philip W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fran 31 Jul 2022 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Peter and Meryl were lovely hosts. Lovely views to the ocean with heaps of birdlife. Was great to have our own space. Very clean and private. We'll be back. ##### Fran Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A peaceful refuge Magnificent views from nearly all rooms. A lovely terrace where we sat enjoying the morning and afternoon sun. Spacious and comfortable with all amenities provided and if anything additional was required it was promptly supplied. The hosts were very helpful and provided useful information about the local area. Are definitely planning another stay. folder p ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy D., Capel Sound, VIC 15 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exemplary-above and beyond expectations This unit is very spacious and comfortable with extensive views fron every window. Meryl and Peter were excellent hosts, promptly attending to our every request. We recommend them. ##### Sandy D. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosina 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This property was perfect for a rural relaxing getaway - views were amazing, very quiet with no traffic as its located down in a cul de sac with birdsong. Perfect placement for exploring the region, lovely owners ##### Rosina Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra U. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truely Blissful Very peaceful with fabulous views. Everything you need is there and more. Loads of space. You dont run into the hosts, its full privacy, however I chose to meet them and they are helpful and friendly. I definately recommend this delightful, comfortable Mapleton get-away. ##### Debra U. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam M. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Wake up to most amazing sunrise. Views out to the Pacific Ocean and Mt.Coolum. ##### Adam M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronald D. 24 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exquisite. Go by the stars I have given. Unable to fault anything. Even though the property is on the side of a mountain my wife and I, who are in our 80s', had no trouble with access or egress - sensational. ##### Ronald D. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alastair 18 Aug 2023 Liked: Amenities Great views, very spacious with everything you need ##### Alastair Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike D. 12 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home in stunning location My wife and I had the privilege of staying at this wonderful home set amongst beautiful surroundings with an amazing view overlooking the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and out to the ocean. The room is very spacious and comfortable. The hosts are very friendly and approachable who are always eager to help with anything you need. I thoroughly recommend the place if you’re considering a visit to beautiful Sunshine Coast, QLD. ##### Mike D. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha J. 3 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We just loved the accommodation! It exceeded our expectations. Meryle and Peter were gracious hosts We stayed two nights and it was just as the ad explained and more. Very peaceful and it was such a delight to find a Christmas tree and some decorations scattered around the apartment. Was very clean and tidy, exceeded our expectations!!! We loved it and will be back for sure! Maryle and Peter were gracious hosts and very responsive! Thank you for a wonderful two nights. We loved it! ##### Samantha J. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah C. 12 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful hinterland property Really enjoyed my stay. Meryl and Peter were great hosts. Beautiful property and area, peaceful and quiet. The house itself was very clean and spacious. Wished I could've stayed longer. ##### Hannah C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph M. 10 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Elegant Frankly it was like booking into a suite at the Sheraton. Everything was immaculate and the whole apartment like our own lodge. We enjoyed an easy and friendly welcome. Thanks Meryl and Peter ##### Joseph M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John B. 26 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Like home with a view you only dream about Excellent accommodation, immaculately presented. Well situated for touring the area. Will come again! ##### John B. 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