Australians have been urged by Tourism Australia to ‘Holiday Here This Year’ and there are many attractive staycations to savour right here on the Sunshine Coast.
Visit Sunshine Coast has rounded up five of the best in the region for sunshinecoastnews.com.au readers, and if this pandemic has taught us anything it’s that many of us can work from anywhere, making a ‘workcation’ the newest travel trend.
A ‘workcation’ is like working from home, but with the benefits of staying in a swish resort.
From the coast to the hinterland, one of the best times to stay on the Sunshine Coast is February and March.
New generation of eco-camping
Awarded Australia’s Best New Tourism Business in 2020, Habitat Noosa is located on 65 acres of natural bushland in the National Park on the banks of Lake Cootharaba, the gateway to the Noosa Everglades.
The eco camp offers powered and unpowered campsites for caravans, motorhomes, campers and tents.
Importantly, they also boast an onsite restaurant and bistro plus a bar with artesian microbrewery.
You can receive five nights for the price of three (two nights free) with unpowered sites priced from $99 when you check in Sunday and check out Friday.
This excludes Queensland school holidays, public holidays, long weekends & fixed structure accommodation.
Book online at www.habitatnoosa.com.au
Touch of romance at Lovestone Cottages
As the name suggests, Lovestone Cottages in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland town of Montville is bringing a touch of romance to 2021.
This newly-renovated property features three exclusive cottages nestled in the rainforest.
Their Maple Cottage is beautifully designed with a fireplace, private balcony, daily breakfast hamper and spa bath with expansive views over the tranquil Lake Baroon.
The owners have a strong focus on sustainability, recycling and composting as well as being part of the Land for Wildlife program which supports the regeneration of native rainforests and animal habitats around their property.
Minimum stay is two nights, prices start from $525 for two nights mid-week.
Visit lovestonecottages.com.au.
Dive into newly upgraded pools
Sunshine Coast boutique accommodation, Rumba Beach Resort is offering special escape deals for a post summer break.
Visitors are invited to stay seven nights and only pay for five, receiving two nights free plus a bonus $50 resort voucher. Best deal is from $1395.
The post-summer deal comes as Rumba Beach Resort – which offers uninterrupted views over the sparkling Pumicestone Passage – unveiled their newly upgraded lagoon and Jacuzzi Spa pools, including a luxury poolside bar.
(*T&Cs subject to availability in February and March 2021, full payment required upon booking, no cancellations/amendments).
Book direct at (07) 5492 0555.
Luxe glamping lights up accommodation scene
In an era when nature-based getaways are in high demand, this new luxe glamping retreat, set on 17 acres in Woombye, provides the ultimate revitalisation holiday break.
Starry Nights has been three years in gestation, and very much a family effort of Shane and Nicole Nelson, who wanted to ensure the perfect location and environment for their eco-retreat.
Currently, two tents have been opened where you can immerse in serenity and nature, while enjoying the retreat’s distinctive style and character.
Rates start from $295 per night, including a breakfast hamper.
Book direct for added benefits: www.starrynightsluxurycamping.com.au
Location, location, ocean
Newport Mooloolaba offers spacious apartment-style living in the heart of Mooloolaba.
Boasting both ocean and wharf views makes it a breeze to enjoy a mid-week stay.
Settle in at your new home away from home with a stroll along Mooloolaba Beach before making your way to the Mooloolaba Fish Market to try some local, fresh seafood.
Book in mid-week during February to save with a five-day getaway from $204 per night, three-day red hot deal from $215 per night or a two-day escape from $239 per night.
There is free unlimited Wi-Fi and parking.
Terms and conditions apply. Freecall: 1800 645 410 or visit www.newportmooloolaba.com.au
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