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Charming 1BR beachside retreat, steps from dog beach.

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We supply quality linen and towels so all you need to do is pack your clothes and swimmers ready to enjoy the sunshine and beach.
Cool spacious living room opening up to your own private court yard.
The open plan kitchen/dining living space is a great place to chat with your fellow holiday makers while sharing a wine and preparing a meal.
Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine in the court yard while cooking some local fish on the Weber BBQ. A lovely meal after visiting the Eumundi Markets (take the supplied cooler and picnic basket).
We supply shampoo, conditioner, body wash and other essentials to get you started on your stay. We also have a washing machine and dryer which is perfect when you decide to stay a few days longer.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Buddina, QLD
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mooloolaba Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Caloundra, QLD (CUD)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming 1BR beachside retreat, steps from dog beach.

Get comfortable and enjoy the extra room at this private place by the sea with separate entrance, walking distance to the beach, restaurants/cafe, cinema, major shops, Surf Club and public transport. Great open plan living in spacious air conditioned lounge, full kitchen, bedroom, shower and laundry facilities. Private enclosed courtyard with comfortable outdoor setting.
FREE WIFI
Watch the sun rise over the ocean or the sunset from Pt Cartwright. Great for couples, singles or business folk.

The space

Bedroom with comfortable queen size bed and fan and spacious cupboards, seperate shower and full laundry facility, seperate toilet. Air conditioned open plan living area with high ceilings and bifold doors opening onto your private courtyard with stylish outdoor furniture and shade umbrella . A bbq to compliment the experience. Fully equipped kitchen with coffee maker, double drawer dishwasher, stove, microwave etc. There is a computer work station for those needing one. Free wifi.

We now have have a sofa bed in the loungeroom. It has a double bed spring mattress. Perfect for an additional 2 guests.

Only a short distance from some favourite eateries - Kawana Hotel, Surf Club, or one of the many other cafes and restaurant in the nearby shopping centre

Guest access to 1A

Your home from home has private access via a lock box storing your key.

Other things to note!!!!

As we live so close to our beautiful expansive beaches, a walk, a stroll, a run, or a swim is sheer delight. Just ask that you rinse off surplus sand off your feet at the tap or outside shower to the left of the garage.
Your private accomodation has its own entrance, outdoor tropical bbq entertainment area for your sole use. The courtyard is fully contained. Your area is totally private with a seperate unit behind. We look forward to your stay.

IMPORTANT Note: the unit is the back half of a unit that has been divided into two separate and private spaces. Some noise travels through the adjoining walls from the front unit, and sometimes, the hot water may temporarily run out as it is shared between the 2 units.

Where you will be!!!

Buddina Queensland Australia
One road back from the beach!
This is a friendly neighbourhood, patrolled beach, close to all amenities. You have bbq’s and gym equipment overlooking the beaches and estuary at La Balsa. There is a coastal pathway all the coast and through rain forest extending to Caloundra in the south and right up to Pt Cartwright.
Public transport is at Kawana Shopping centre just 270m away enabling you to get to Noosa, the Glass House Mountains and Hinterland, beautiful Mooloolaba and Caloundra and so much more.
Other points of interest nearby
-Sunset / seafood cruises along the Mooloolaba Canals
mountain hikes and walk
Waterfalls
Sky walking
Big Pineapple
Sky Diving
Scuba diving
Boutique Breweries and pubs
Underwater world
Australia zoo
Strawberry picking
Go Karting
Skateboard parks
Eumundi Markets and more
Aquaplane rides
Tennis courts
Parks
Bike trail
Restaurants
Library
And more

Getting around:

You have many choices of transportation - private transport, bus, taxi, Uber, or walking ad everything so near. There is a train stopping at Landsborough with a connecting bus service. Please check schedules.
Just over an hours drive from Brisbane the Sunshine Coast is easily accessible and easy to navigate. Perfect for an action packed holiday or a quiet escape at any time of the year. Discover vast beaches, a thriving food scene and many natural treasures in the surrounding hinterland.
At your doorstep you may like to explore:
Buddina patrolled beach for swimming, surfing, stand up paddle boarding, fishing walking, watching the sunrise over the sea.
You have world famous Mooloolaba esplanade 5-10 minutes by car or 10 minutes by bus from Kawana Shopping World, with its restaurant, cafes, boutique brewery and pubs, parks and the popular newly refurbished Mooloolaba Wharf with cruises, restaurants, bars and buzzing atmosphere.
Pt Cartwright lighthouse- 2.5km walk along a beautifully boardwalk for walking running cycling, LaBalsa cafe is great value looking into the estuary. You can enjoy the panoramic views on f the whole Sunshine Coast from Coolum to the hinterland Glass House Mountains and across the harbour to Mooloolaba
Newly refurbished Kawana Shopping Centre - 270m with restaurants (Indian, Italian, Mexican, Asian, Western etc), cafes, major supermarkets - Aldi, Coles, Woolworths, and gold class cinemas.

Public transport from Kawana Shopping Centre
Coastal Pathway that runs along the coast and through rain forests through to Caloundra in the north and further south too. Popular for bike riding, running, walking strolling, birdwatching.
250m to the start of Kawana Parkrun- from in from of Surfclub
250m to Kawana Surf Life Saving Club
75km north of Brisbane, 40km south of Noosa, 40 minutes along scenic drive to the Hinterland and 20 minutes to beautiful Caloundra
30 minutes to Sunshine Coast Airport by car or catch a ride with airport transport

As we live so close to our beautiful expansive beaches, a walk, a stroll, a run, or a swim is sheer delight. Just ask that you rinse off surplus sand off your feet at the tap or outside shower to the left of the garage

Your private accomodation has its own entrance, outdoor tropical bbq entertainment area for your sole use. The courtyard is fully contained. Your area is totally private with a seperate unit behind. We look forward to your stay.

THINGS TO NOTE:
ACCESS: You have full access to the property. we are just a phone call or message away during your stay.

PARKING: There is plenty of street parking and you are welcome to park one car in the driveway.

INCLUSIVE: As hosts, we welcome all visitors. Overseas guests, people with disabilities, families, and LGBTQI+ friendly.

Photo ID and a selfie - we do kindly request the person booking sends a copy of their ID and a selfie via the platform message thread once the booking is confirmed.

NOISE: The property is in a peaceful quiet neighbourhood. To respect the peace of the community - we kindly request no loud music or loud parties. Noise curfew 10pm.

SECURITY DEPOSIT - A refundable security deposit of $400 may be taken as an authorisation hold 2 days prior to check out and released no more than 7 days later. Some or all of the security deposit may be captured if there has been negligent behaviour or intentional damage to the property.

EARLY CHECK-IN REQUESTS:
May be possible however we do recommend you to plan around a 3pm check-in. When your place is ready, we will let you know. If you require earlier access, consider booking the night before if available. If a guest is checking out on the day of your arrival, housekeeping needs time to prepare everything and we thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

LATE CHECK-OUT REQUESTS:
May be possible depending on bookings and housekeeping schedules. Please reach out the day before check out to see if this is possible.

STARTER SUPPLIES:
We provide you with complimentary essential starter supplies for your stay. This includes shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper, and a few other items for your comfort. This is not intended to last for the duration of your booking but to avoid having to immediately head to the supermarket on arrival.

LINEN: We supply hotel quality linen and bath towels for your stay.

LONG STAYS:
All stays 14-28 nights must have a mid-stay cleaning service at an additional cost. This allows for our team to periodically clean, maintain, and inspect the property. This is non-negotiable.

CHECK OUT
We don't want you to do a long list of chores before you check out. We just kindly ask that you put back furniture the way you found it (only if somethings been moved), stack the dishwasher and put the rubbish out. Our cleaners will do the rest.

AGE REQUIREMENT:
We do request that adult guests are over the age of 25 years of age. 18-24 years are welcome if staying with other adults over 25 years of age. Children are welcome.

INFANTS:
PORTA COT - A porta cot is available upon request. This is used at the guests own risk. The owner and hosts do not accept any liability should anything occur during its use
For families traveling with infants, please note that you will need to supply linen. Due to the sensitive nature of precious baby skin and the detergents often used by large commercial laundries, it is much better for you to use fabrics that are familiar to your baby's skin to avoid any sensitivities or allergic reactions

MANAGEMENT FEE - this is our damage waiver to cover any accidental damages so you don't have to worry - see house rules for the details.

PETS: We are pet lovers and they are welcome upon application. The unit is suitable for 1 small dog. There is a small pet fee of $120 per stay.
- No noise after 10pm and refrain from causing disturbances to the neighbours to avoid having them com
plain to local authorities.
- Strictly no parties allowed. Infringement on this rule may result in eviction without refund. Any additional time for the housekeepers to attend or inspect the property outside of their usual cleaning will result in additional administrative fees.
- If there is any damage to the property please inform the host ASAP as additional charges may apply.
- In the event that keys are lost/ damaged/ locked inside the property any time during your stay or check-out, we may need to call a locksmith and additional expenses will be charged to your account. If the cleaner’s or property manager’s schedule is affected by this, further charges may apply.
- Check-out time is 10am. If the cleaner is not able to clean on time, a delayed entry fee may apply. If you require late check-out, please contact the host 72 hours before check-out and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
- If you leave any items behind by accident, we are happy to post them back to you. However,

Property manager

Meredith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sunshine Coast

Located in Buddina, a neighbourhood in Sunshine Coast, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. Aussie World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mooloolaba Beach and Bulcock Beach. NightQuarter and The Wharf Mooloolaba are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Buddina, QLD

What's nearby

  • Kawana Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Point Cartwright - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 11 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station - 19 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kawana Waters Surf Lifesaving Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jamaica Blue - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 1BR beachside retreat, steps from dog beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming 1BR beachside retreat, steps from dog beach.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 1BR beachside retreat, steps from dog beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 1BR beachside retreat, steps from dog beach. located?

Located in Buddina, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Kawana Beach and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mooloolaba Esplanade. Kawana Shoppingworld and Warana Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Garry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunshine coast holiday with Cyclone Alfred
Great location. Close to shopping centre and bars, restaurants, Bed too small for us (used to king). Felt safe from the "cyclone" but really just a persistent rainy day or 2 where we were. Check in and out was easy. Most utensils covered. Needed extra tea towel fot the kitchen. On arriving found the nespresso machine wouldn't work.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
11/10
much better than I expected. You cannot be disappointed. clean and painless booking
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at Kawana Wsters
We had a lovely time staying at Kawana Waters. The unit was spotless when we arrived and had everything there that we needed. The yard was a sun trap and so comfortable to sit and relax. It was so close to the shopping centre as well as the beach and the walking paths. We cycled Donny Dicky Beach and went board and played golf at Maleny. Would definitely recommend staying at the unit again. Thank you
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We liked the dog friendliness and that we could leave our little mate in the courtyard while we walked to the Surf Club for dinner. Very generous servings there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome little get away definitely recommend

10/10 Excellent

Ceri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and unit
One bedroom unit with private outdoor area close to shops and buddina beach. Very clean. Recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sensational Location
We loved the apartment layout, cleanliness, furniture and location. Close to everything and yet still a quiet neighbourhood. Walk or drive to shops, beach, restaurants, sensational views.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maree P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent doggy vacation!
We really enjoyed our stay in this very comfortable, safe and clean unit. Great kitchen and laundry facilities and we appreciated the tea and coffee supplies and wine in the fridge! This is an excellent location for the travelling pooch and my greyhound Frankie loved the off lead huge beach just a few minutes walk away. Also close to the patrolled beach at Kawana for the hoomans to enjoy! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location
It was lovely and spacious, close to the beach, shops and restaurants. It had everything we needed. We will be back in the near future. Many thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome getaway
What a wonderful place. Great location. Close to everything. Fab kitchen With EVERYTHING!! Just bring your food and every single pot, pan, and list too long to mention on hand. Great courtyard with sun brolly, comfy chairs and bbq available. Credit to the owners. Sad to leave but will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great stay
Very relaxing and enjoyable experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Beautiful area, love it 🧡❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay so much included to make for a very happy relaxing stay, great location too
The best we've stayed at in the past 5 years - the complimentary bottle if wine was a great touch too
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose-Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in a beautifully kept property near the beach and shops
Great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Noise situation
As there are more rooms connected to the rear of my accommodation, I could hear quite clear, audible conversations.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Meredith

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