Welcome Home to the Sunshine Coast
We are shining a light on small businesses and hidden gems throughout the region by sharing recommendations and tips specially hand-picked by the local host community from the Sunshine Coast.
A Taste of the Sunshine Coast
A Taste of the Sunshine Coast
Market La, Maroochydore QLD 4558
"Great to have an up-market, contemporary dining experience located centrally on the Sunshine Coast. A great concept is the on-premises retail cellar with international spirits and champagnes and an exclusive boutique range of Australian and New Zealand wines that you can buy and take to the table. We enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, the extensive but straightforward menu and the understated warm service. And to top it off the food was excellent which you would expect with a two hat Chef in charge."
-Heather, local Host from Buddina
Market La, Maroochydore QLD 4558
"Great to have an up-market, contemporary dining experience located centrally on the Sunshine Coast. A great concept is the on-premises retail cellar with international spirits and champagnes and an exclusive boutique range of Australian and New Zealand wines that you can buy and take to the table. We enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, the extensive but straightforward menu and the understated warm service. And to top it off the food was excellent which you would expect with a two hat Chef in charge."
-Heather, local Host from Buddina
201/8 The Avenue, Birtinya QLD 4575
"Night Quarter is a wonderful place for a family or group of friends to meet and enjoy international street food, live entertainment, themed bars, carnival rides, major concerts and community festivals. Check online to see upcoming events! Great vibe and something for everyone."
-David, local Host from Currimundi
201/8 The Avenue, Birtinya QLD 4575
"Night Quarter is a wonderful place for a family or group of friends to meet and enjoy international street food, live entertainment, themed bars, carnival rides, major concerts and community festivals. Check online to see upcoming events! Great vibe and something for everyone."
-David, local Host from Currimundi
9 Goshawk Blvd, Buderim QLD 4556
"A true paddock-to-plate business providing delicious salads, famous fish and chips, condiments and more - using their own sustainably grown produce harvested daily from their nearby farm. After a delicious lunch, drive to the nearby Buderim Forest Park and Falls to stroll through the beautiful walking trails."
-Adrienne, local Host from Sunshine Beach
9 Goshawk Blvd, Buderim QLD 4556
"A true paddock-to-plate business providing delicious salads, famous fish and chips, condiments and more - using their own sustainably grown produce harvested daily from their nearby farm. After a delicious lunch, drive to the nearby Buderim Forest Park and Falls to stroll through the beautiful walking trails."
-Adrienne, local Host from Sunshine Beach
Discover the Outdoors
Discover the Outdoors
1 Esplanade, Golden Beach QLD 4551
"Locally owned and still operating in the same location since 1956, Bill's Boat and Bike Hire is ready to take you on an adventure! You can enjoy the magnificent local waterways and National Parks by boat, firing up the onboard barbecue for an unforgettable waterfront eating experience.
You can choose your own adventure with kayaks, stand up paddle boards, boats and bikes all on offer. It’s about getting together and reconnecting, being on the water, or near the water or relaxing on your own deserted beach. It is more than a treat, it's a lasting memory."
-Heather, local Host from Buddina
1 Esplanade, Golden Beach QLD 4551
"Locally owned and still operating in the same location since 1956, Bill's Boat and Bike Hire is ready to take you on an adventure! You can enjoy the magnificent local waterways and National Parks by boat, firing up the onboard barbecue for an unforgettable waterfront eating experience.
You can choose your own adventure with kayaks, stand up paddle boards, boats and bikes all on offer. It’s about getting together and reconnecting, being on the water, or near the water or relaxing on your own deserted beach. It is more than a treat, it's a lasting memory."
-Heather, local Host from Buddina
204 Lake Flat Rd, Boreen Point QLD 4565
"Experience the magnificent wonders of the Noosa Everglades with its mirrored waterways & sub-tropical rainforests, recognised as one of the most spectacular canoeing adventures in Australia. A place you must see to believe.
Enjoy a guided boat cruise or paddle your way through a canoe adventure and discover a historic indigenous meeting place on a rainforest walk, with morning tea included. Finish your safari at the Habitat Noosa eco camp where you’ll delight in a chef-prepared roast lunch in the CootharaBAR and Bistro overlooking the majestic national park and pristine waters of the upper Noosa river."
-Sue, local Host from Coolum Beach
204 Lake Flat Rd, Boreen Point QLD 4565
"Experience the magnificent wonders of the Noosa Everglades with its mirrored waterways & sub-tropical rainforests, recognised as one of the most spectacular canoeing adventures in Australia. A place you must see to believe.
Enjoy a guided boat cruise or paddle your way through a canoe adventure and discover a historic indigenous meeting place on a rainforest walk, with morning tea included. Finish your safari at the Habitat Noosa eco camp where you’ll delight in a chef-prepared roast lunch in the CootharaBAR and Bistro overlooking the majestic national park and pristine waters of the upper Noosa river."
-Sue, local Host from Coolum Beach
Quorn Cl, Buderim QLD 4556
"Buderim Forest Park and Falls offers an array of beautiful walking trails meandering through the rainforest with waterfalls, picnic tables and barbecues, making it a great option for a day out with family and friends. A true paradise for nature lovers and photographers!"
-Lisa, local Host from Ocean Grove
Quorn Cl, Buderim QLD 4556
"Buderim Forest Park and Falls offers an array of beautiful walking trails meandering through the rainforest with waterfalls, picnic tables and barbecues, making it a great option for a day out with family and friends. A true paradise for nature lovers and photographers!"
-Lisa, local Host from Ocean Grove
Cooloola Dr, Rainbow Beach QLD 4581
"Carlo Sand Blow is a sand escarpment sitting on top of Rainbow Beach's world famous coloured sand cliffs. Perched 200ft above sea level it offers breathtaking views of Fraser Island and Double Island Point. It’s also a popular paragliding location. This is a unique location not to be missed."
-Jess, local Host from Rainbow Beach
Cooloola Dr, Rainbow Beach QLD 4581
"Carlo Sand Blow is a sand escarpment sitting on top of Rainbow Beach's world famous coloured sand cliffs. Perched 200ft above sea level it offers breathtaking views of Fraser Island and Double Island Point. It’s also a popular paragliding location. This is a unique location not to be missed."
-Jess, local Host from Rainbow Beach
Bunya St, Maleny QLD 4552
"Enjoy a guided educational walking tour exploring the hidden gems and highlights of Maleny with an exceptionally knowledgeable local guide who will teach you about spotting platypuses. Take in the breathtaking postcard-perfect views along the way and keep an eye out for platypus in the Obi Obi creek as well as other local wildlife that frequent the area."
-Sue, local Host from Coolum Beach
Bunya St, Maleny QLD 4552
"Enjoy a guided educational walking tour exploring the hidden gems and highlights of Maleny with an exceptionally knowledgeable local guide who will teach you about spotting platypuses. Take in the breathtaking postcard-perfect views along the way and keep an eye out for platypus in the Obi Obi creek as well as other local wildlife that frequent the area."
-Sue, local Host from Coolum Beach
7 Pathfinder Dr, Caloundra West QLD 4551
"Sunburnt or looking for something a little different? Take the day off from the beach and enjoy the unique experience Queensland Air Museum has to offer. The historic aeroplane gallery features a treasure trove of passenger, military and other aircraft. Visit the Queensland Air Museum to see over 100 aircrafts up close."
-John, local Host from Noosa
7 Pathfinder Dr, Caloundra West QLD 4551
"Sunburnt or looking for something a little different? Take the day off from the beach and enjoy the unique experience Queensland Air Museum has to offer. The historic aeroplane gallery features a treasure trove of passenger, military and other aircraft. Visit the Queensland Air Museum to see over 100 aircrafts up close."
-John, local Host from Noosa
87 Memorial Dr, Eumundi QLD 4562
"Schedule a stop off at the oldest bookseller in Australia, offering a treasure trove of new releases, secondhand and rare books known to keep bookworms comfortably occupied for hours. Finish up at the cafe offering great coffee and food."
-Heather, local Host from Noosa
87 Memorial Dr, Eumundi QLD 4562
"Schedule a stop off at the oldest bookseller in Australia, offering a treasure trove of new releases, secondhand and rare books known to keep bookworms comfortably occupied for hours. Finish up at the cafe offering great coffee and food."
-Heather, local Host from Noosa
Get Connected
Get Connected
The Sunshine Coast Host Club brings hosts together from the region to share their experiences and discuss topics related to tourism, travel and home sharing. The Club is an opportunity to promote the region as a tourism destination in a sustainable and responsible way.