Orchard Cottage on a private organic country estate is perfect for long stays, holidays and long weekends. This special place is the essence of modern Australian country with unique touches of international travel. Perfect for a family or group of friends looking to escape the everyday. 8-10 mins' drive to Coolum beach, waterfalls and hikes, Australia's top restaurants, 25 mins to Noosa. Welcome to the time of your life. The space Private, charismatic and inspirational country-by-the-beach. The serene Orchard Cottage sleeps 2-10 people, plus infant's cot. If you're an even larger group, you can also book the Studio or the Cane Cutters' Cabin. Plus there's also room for camping/caravans in the grounds for extra guests. Full kitchen with all the equipment a keen cook or foodie could want including large island, wok, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, oven, gas hob, slow cooker, food processor, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee maker, full glassware, crockery, cutlery, baking equipment. This modern Australian country cottage near the best Sunshine Coast beaches includes five bedrooms: 1x Queen bedroom with bedside table, lamp, chest of drawers, air conditioning, room fan, windows with blinds 1x Queen bedroom with bedside tables, lamps, upholstered bench, room fan, muslin curtains and window screened by bamboo 1 x bedroom with Queen bed and single bunk over, small chest of drawers and bedside table, side light, room fan, muslin curtains and window screened by bamboo, 1x bedroom featuring bunk beds, bedside table, lamp, chest of drawers, room fan, windows opening onto the lounge deck 1x King-single bedroom with bedside table, lamp, chest of drawers, room fan, door opening onto the lounge deck Living area with two sofas, bean bags, smart TV, DVD player. The living area is cosy but most guests spend time at one of the two dining tables, outside around the firepit, or exploring the magnificent local area. Dining room with antique table comfortably seating 10 2 Bathrooms Laundry facilities 2 outdoor decks including BBQ, outdoor dining table seating 10, firepit, day bed, hammock chairs, bean bags All bookings are for the exclusive use of the entire Orchard Cottage property during your stay. *We are happy to welcome wedding receptions (not licenced for marriage ceremonies), birthday celebrations, and events. Orchard Cottage is a space to rest, relax and rejuvenate in 42 acres of beautiful private grounds. Gorgeous pet-friendly accommodation for families and friends, with dogs welcome. Enhanced Cleaning Protocol, private parking, bake French pastries provided, collect explore the paddocks with chickens, ducks, Guinea fowl and peacocks , sunbathe in the orchards, book library, pick your own herbs, fruits & veggies, say hello to peacocks, piglets, and pups ... and just 8-10 minutes from the beach. We are truly pet-friendly and welcome all your furry family here. As well as dogs, we have also welcomed cats, birds, and even a travelling praying mantis! This is the ultimate dog-friendly holiday and we clean the property immaculately between stays, so whether or not you bring your pets with you, you’d never know others have stayed here. To welcome your four-legged family, we also supply: - Bowls for food and water - Plenty of designated towels to wipe off paws at the door - Treats, yes treats! - Outdoor shower to wash off the sand from the beach - Swimming dam and woodland walks - Extra cleaning supplies - Pooches’ Welcome Letter with the best dog beaches, walks, trails, and dog-sitting More about the property: When you enter the bamboo-lined driveway you'll be instantly captivated by this private acreage property with stunning views to Mount Coolum and Mount Ninderry, complete with sun-soaked orchards, gardens, and woodland. The shaded bamboo entrance drive reveals the peace of beautiful countryside. On site tropical nursery and farm shop. This very private property is surrounded by bamboo and flowering plants, with orchards, hay meadows, and endless acres to explore Dining deck to soak up the sun, and even a children's timber playground with slide, swings, lookout platform and climbing wall. Room to gather and dine together overlooking the orchards and spectacular sunsets over Mount Ninderry. Five private bedrooms, all with comfortable beds featuring snowy-white linen, fluffy white bath towels, and beach towels provided too. The open plan living space of kitchen and sitting area connects via a glass sliding door to the dining deck. The indoor dining room has an antique dining table circa 1825, comfortably seating 10. There's al fresco dining for 10 on the deck, and shady picnic spots in the orchards. The firepit has comfortable chairs for a night of marshmallow-toasting and star-gazing. There's an outdoor shower if you want to cool down and, of course, the beaches are only a short 8/10-minute drive away. Bedrooms #1 and #5 have air conditioning; the open plan kitchen, small sitting area and dining room also benefit from a new air conditioning unit, which can also cool the other three bedrooms. In the winter, hot water bottles and cosy blankets are provided for everyone, so you can make the most of every day and night. The woodburner in the lounge area is laid ready for you to light, in the cooler months, with additional firewood also available. Enjoy year-round alfresco dining, or simply relax with a good book. The kitchen is a foodie's dream, with a huge island complete with stools for helpers, an excellent oven, dishwasher, pine worktops, gas hob, microwave, coffee machine, food processor, slow cooker, kettle, and large fridge-freezer. We stock the tea station, pantry, and fridge with some essentials for you, including bread, butter, salt and pepper grinders, olive oil, herbs, fruit, and milks. We even provide ready-to-bake French pastries for you to have warm from the oven on your first morning. The sitting area in Orchard Cottage offers two comfortable two/three-seater sofas plus bean bags and stools, There's a good TV and DVD player with board games, a library of books, and a woodburner Orchard Cottage provides five bedrooms: - bedroom #1 has a Queen bed and air conditioning; - bedroom #2 has a triple bunk bed - one Queen bed below, with a single bed above; - bedroom #3 has a bunk bed comprising two single beds; - bedroom #4 is a King-single room opening onto a private deck and reading nook; - bedroom #5 is a Queen room with air conditioning; adjacent to the second bathroom. The two bathrooms are stylish and modern with great showers using twice-filtered harvested rainwater. There's a washing machine along with indoor and outdoor clothes-lines. There's also an outdoor hot-and-cold shower screened by bamboo and tropical plants, perfect for when you're just back from a surf or a swim at the beach. This 42-acre private property has extensive grounds and orchards featuring "hugelkulture" raised beds. You may be able to pick your own superfoods, herbs, fruits, veggies and salads, depending on the season. The peacocks may come and say good morning to you too, if you share some treats with them. All our gardening is organic, we are powered by solar green energy, and have our own harvested filtered rainwater. We are very dog-friendly. Well behaved pets are welcome and your dogs can be off-leash on the property, including in the orchards, hay meadows, bamboo plantations and woodland. There's a rainwater tap for washing off your dog outside the Cottage. There's a mown track around the entire farm, which is 2.5km in total, so you can have a good walk with your dogs or children without even leaving the property. We provide bikes for you to ride around the farm, on the 2.5km grassy track, and along the gravel drive to visit the piglets and chicks. We can also provide fishing equipment, golf clubs, surfboards, body boards, and a kayak, on request. And if you're here in the wet season, there's a choice of gumboots so you can still explore the grounds and splash in any puddles. Nearby Stumer's Creek at Coolum is a dedicated dog beach complete with a teatree river running right into the sea and wide sandy beaches' there are also great dog-friendly hiking trails up Mount Ninderry and elsewhere. The circular driveway has plenty of space for parking any number of cars, in addition to your designated parking by the mango trees. Additional features include complimentary WIFI, amazing night skies full of stars, magnificent views, and friendly hosts. This adorable property is the essence of cottage core, with relaxing neutral decor featuring beautiful blues bringing the summer skies indoors. Seasonal decorations for Valentine’s, Easter, spring, Christmas, summer, autumn, and winter complement the beautiful botanical aesthetic all year round. The property includes a separate onsite tropical nursery and more than 2,000 bamboos of a dozen different varieties. We also have our own farm shop featuring our free range eggs and pork, honey, all the local ice creams, snacks and gifts. Needing to recharge? Pick your own herbs and superfoods - including moringa, comfrey, turmeric, society garlic, Mother of herbs, parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme. Depending on the season, you can harvest your own fruits, salads and veggies too, from citrus, figs, guava to beans, cucumber, eggplant, rocket, and sweet potatoes. Sustainability is important to us, so our entire farm is powered by solar green energy. We strive for zero waste, energy efficiency, composting and recycling with the help of our pigs and chickens, building biomass and carbon sequestration. If you're coming in the winter, you'll love the woodburner plus there are hot water bottles and blankets provided for the cooler months. The other properties available here include the Studio sleeping 2, and our neighbouring farm's Cane Cutters Cabin sleeping 4. There is also room for camping/caravans in the grounds for extra guests if wanted. If you would like friends to join you with their own caravan/campervan/tent or similar, we can accommodate this subject to numbers. Please check with us before booking. There will be an extra charge of $10 per person per night for anyone not staying in the property, payable before arrival, which includes access to electricity, water, wifi, and pick-your-own from the orchards and gardens. If you have to cancel after booking, your payment can be held in credit for you to come again on a date of your choice. See our complete listing for details of all our properties at airbnb dot com dot au /users/5697272/listings?user_id=5697272. Easy to find, 10 minutes from both Coolum and Yandina, about 5 minutes from both the M1 David Low Way exit 215 and State Route 70 Sunshine Motorway exit 11. Full address and directions provided on booking. We look forward to welcoming you. Guest access We are 8 minutes from Coolum Beach, 10 minutes from the charming country town of Yandina, about 5 minutes from both the M1 exit 215 and the David Low Way exit 11. Our location is in the middle of the Sunshine Coast with all the best beaches on the doorstep. Many waterfalls, national parks, picnic spots, walks and hiking trails too. Wappa Falls with a natural spa pool is 15 minutes away. Sunshine Beach is 20 minutes away. Noosa's world-famous Main Beach, Little Cove, Hastings Street, Noosa National Park, "fairy pools" and legendary shopping and dining are all just 25 minutes away. Our own property is 42 acres and includes walks, woodland, hay meadows, orchards, gardens, animal paddocks, organic nursery, and ample free private parking on site. Other things to note We have various accommodation options here with Orchard Cottage, the Studio, and our neighbouring farm's Cane Cutters' Cabin. In all, we can sleep 16 people in the beautiful accommodation options. If you would like friends to join you with their own caravan/campervan/tent or similar, we can accommodate this too. * * * * * Property rules: No excessive noise from dusk to dawn, and in particular no loud music or shouting between 10pm-7am. We provide a BBQ and a fire pit for your use (no open fires when there's an official fire ban, which typically isn't often - details on the Rural Fire Brigade "Fire Bans & Restrictions" website.) * * * * * Discover the best of the Sunshine Coast: We provide a selection of bicycles to ride all around the property - including cruisers, mountain bikes, kids' bikes, an adult trike and even a tandem! Either bring your own bike helmets or use ours for a small $2 donation. Cycle to the Wild Woods, through the bamboo groves, to the nursery and farm shop, and to feed the piglets. - Discover Flow Bouldering, the Sunshine Coast's premium bouldering gym at Forest Glen, just 16 minutes away. For all ages and abilities, with internationally experience climbing coaches and Olympic-grade training equipment. Check out Flow Bouldering at Forest Glen online for full information. - Horse-riding in the nearby Yeah or Neah Equestrian Centre, where you can experience the majesty and healing power of horses. Also Ravens Park, Equathon and Mooloolah Valley Riding Centres are highly recommended. - Experience the world's first integrated health and fitness hub on a farm at the nearby Farm Gym's unique training system and environment proven to build strong, well-balanced bodies and minds, with strength and conditioning, yoga, obstacle course, personal development and mentoring: $87, 2.5 hours - Surf lessons and watersports at nearby Coolum Beach: some of the world's best surf and a stunningly beautiful location: private surf lesson, 1.5 hours, one person $120, two people $80 each, three people $70 each, four or more people $65 each - The world's largest Aquapark just five minutes from our door: in-water inflatables, slides, banana boat and tube rides, waterskiing and wakeboarding: from $25, 2 hours - Bamboo shoot season: pick your own shoots to cook, in the bamboo plantation. Shooting season for our clumping bamboo is usually in summer and early autumn. New shoots can grow up to a metre a day although shooting times can be delayed (or even missed) during periods of drought. Help yourself to shoots to cook while you're here, for free in season. - Enjoy Chocolate Easter Egg Hunts in the garden on Easter Sunday :) - Fabulous farmers' market visits: Wednesdays and Saturday at Eumundi, Saturdays at Yandina, Sundays at Noosa - Christmas at Bamboo Park is particularly special, with your property decorated for Christmas, and Christmas Chocolate Hunts around the garden on Christmas Eve We're waiting to welcome you.