Family-friendly holiday rentals in Sunshine Coast

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  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 5,880 holiday rentals in Sunshine Coast

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Sunshine Coast holiday rentals start at $17 NZD per night before taxes and fees

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 192,100 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Pet-friendly accommodation

    Find 1,360 rentals that welcome pets

  • Holiday rentals with a pool

    4,030 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    1,920 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    5,510 of Sunshine Coast holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Sunshine Coast rentals

  • 4.8 Average rating

    Sunshine Coast stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

  • Nearby attractions

    Sunshine Coast's top spots, include Sunshine Plaza, Hastings Street, and The Wharf Mooloolaba

Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Sunshine Coast

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A waterfront view features calm waters reflecting a clear sky, with stylish white outdoor seating arranged next to a round table. Glass fencing ensures unobstructed sightlines, creating a serene space for relaxation by the lake.
Home in Birtinya
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 254 reviews

Spacious waterfront home with pontoon, pool, BBQ

We look forward to welcoming you to our spacious waterfront one-level house with a stunning lake view. We dedicate to making it your getaway home. This house is located in a peaceful and friendly neighbourhood midway from Caloundra to Mooloolaba. It has everything you need at your fingertips. Minutes drive to lakes, beaches, shops and eateries. Glass House Mountain, Australian Zoo, Tree Top Challenge, and Big Cart Track are about a 20-30 minutes drive. *High standard of cleaning and sanitising

Top Guest favourite
An outdoor relaxation area is visible from above, featuring a circular bathtub surrounded by lush greenery. A mosaic-tiled splash pool is positioned nearby, with smooth wooden decking and tropical plants adding a serene touch. A black couch and a large potted plant complete the inviting space.
Guesthouse in Buderim
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 325 reviews

Boutique luxury private abode w' outdoor bath

*Complimentary French Blanc de Blancs*for any weekday (Sun-Thur) bookings for stays in July. Luxury private residence adjacent to Buderim Forest Park, where Martin's Creek cascades over a series of waterfalls. Only 700m to Buderim village's eateries and boutiques. Lovingly created to spoil you to bits! Wake to birdsong, wander down the gully, morning coffee in the hanging chair, take up a book in the window seat and at end of day a relaxing magnesium bath under the stars. Your private oasis.

Top Guest favourite
Cottage in Mapleton
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

Mapleton Mist Cottage

Escape to Mapleton Mist Cottage, a beautifully renovated private hinterland retreat with breathtaking ever-changing views stretching toward the ocean on clear days. Perfect for couples, friends, or a family of four, this charming two-bedroom escape offers a fireplace, Nespresso coffee machine, luxe beds guests rave about, and all the comforts of home. Pet friendly, with Mapleton village just a short stroll away, close to Montville, beaches, Australia Zoo, and stunning hinterland wedding venues.

Top Guest favourite
An inviting outdoor deck offers comfortable seating with patterned cushions. Large glass doors reveal a cozy interior, featuring a spacious bed and warm wooden accents, while surrounding greenery enhances the serene atmosphere.
Cabin in Wootha
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 324 reviews

Bonithon Mountain View Cabin

Perched high in the lush, leafy hills of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Bonithon Mountain View Cabin is the perfect place for you to relax and unwind. Located just 5-minute drive from Maleny, our wood cabin studio offers a luxurious getaway with all of the finest touches. Bonithon offers sprawling views of the Glasshouse Mountains all the way up to the Brisbane skyline and the waters of the Moreton Bay region. You can enjoy these views and more while taking in the fresh mountain air & birdsong.

Top Guest favourite
A light-filled living area features a leather sofa, circular dining table, and four white folding chairs. The wooden ceiling adds warmth, while a flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall. Natural light enters through large windows, complemented by neutral-toned decor.
Home in Currimundi
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews

Lakeside, beach path, bikes & canoe

Relax in your garden retreat, a private oasis by the lake. Dine or laze on the verandah, watch the birds come and go from the tall garden trees. Walk across the quiet cul de sac to plunge into the lake - also popular for canoeing, fishing, paddleboarding - or to catch spectacular sunsets. Stroll the beach path to the surf, cafes, grassy picnic areas, kids swim spots and playground. Follow the bike path north or south or explore canoe trails. Canoe and bikes included. It's all at your doorstep!

Top Guest favourite
A modern architecturally designed cabin is showcased at sunset, featuring a heated plunge pool and an outdoor dining area. Lush greenery surrounds the property, complemented by well-placed boulders. Large glass windows provide a view of the interior, blending harmoniously with the natural setting.
Cabin in Cooroy
5 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

Noosa Hinterland Luxury Retreat

Architecturally designed luxury accommodation, 'Kurui Cabin' is in the heart of the Noosa Hinterland at the base of Cooroy Mountain. Amazing panoramic views, with its own heated plunge pool, fire pit, large outdoor deck and dining area. This peaceful, private getaway is minutes from the quaint townships of Eumundi and Cooroy, and only 25 minutes from Hastings St, Noosa Heads and some of the best beaches in Australia. The setting is breathtakingly beautiful and you will never want to leave!

Guest favourite
A rustic stone cottage is nestled among trees, featuring a gabled roof and wooden accents. A shaded outdoor area includes a table and chairs, accompanied by a large umbrella. Natural stone pathways lead to the entrance, amidst a serene, natural landscape.
Place to stay in West Woombye
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 606 reviews

'Carreg Cottage' Private hinterland stone cottage

Retreat to your private, cozy, hand built rustic stone cottage with modern conveniences. Nestled in the foothills of the Blackall Ranges on a 15 acre hobby farm. Close proximity to all the wonders of the Sunshine Coast. Your days can be filled with activities and your nights blanketed in stars relaxing next to the fire, drink in hand. We think you will love your stay and leave feeling recharged and inspired. Tea, Nespresso coffee, milk and sugar, basic toiletries and toilet paper provided.

Guest favourite
A modern two-story home is visible, set against a clear blue sky. A swimming pool is positioned in the foreground, surrounded by tropical greenery, with a sun lounger and umbrella nearby. The balcony offers a view of the lush surroundings.
Home in Peregian Beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Peregian Luxury beach house with Ocean views

Our home is Located in Peregian Beach and only a short stroll from Peregian Village and the patrolled beach. Our home has an open plan design throughout with views of the hinterland and coast line. The first level has living, dining, kitchen, study nook, and an outdoor deck area that overlooks the pool, 2 generous bedrooms and a bathroom. Up the stairs the master bedroom has a king bed, large bathroom including a luxurious bath and amazing views of the ocean and hinterland for miles.

Guest favourite
Cottage in Palmwoods
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews

Little Railway Cottage - Pet friendly - Pool

A light filled cottage perfect for couples or small families, this intimate and foliage filled retreat is situated on a private quarter acre only 1.5 hours from Brisbane. During summer spend your days by the pool, laze on the deck with a grazing platter and serve beautiful meals of local produce from the kitchen servery which opens out onto the backyard. In winter, watch the star-filled sky by the fire-pit or read a good book with a glass of wine and soak your cares away in the bath.

Top Guest favourite
Cottage in Buderim
5 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Luxe bush cottage: Sauna-Spa-Stargazing bathtub

Discover the award-winning La Casita, a luxury bush retreat on the Sunshine Coast featuring two king-sized bedrooms, a stunning bathroom with a glass roof and starlit floor, an outdoor fire pit, a spa, and a sauna. Modern Queenslander aesthetics and privacy-focused design and landscaping make it the perfect escape near the coast's beaches, rainforests, golf courses, and hinterland. Book now and experience the ultimate luxury retreat, complete with two highland cows.

Guest favourite
A cozy sleeping area features a spacious bed adorned with an array of colorful cushions and a soft throw. Natural light filters in through large windows, offering views of the surrounding rainforest. A lamp adds a touch of warmth to the inviting space.
Hut in Buderim
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Little Forest Log Cabin Retreat

This quaint rainforest studio retreat has been designed for the comfort of guests who love to get back to nature, but is also centrally located on the Sunshine Coast close to beautiful beaches, the hinterland ranges and the best of the Coasts natural attractions to explore. The studio retreat is located in a gorgeous rainforest setting, situated close to, but separate from our family home. A perfect place to rest after a day exploring all the Coast has to offer!

Top Guest favourite
A spacious French-style residence is showcased, featuring multiple gabled roofs and a large wraparound porch. Green grass surrounds the structure, framed by a pathway leading to the entrance. The view reveals nearby trees and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
Home in Mount Mellum
5 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviews

Historic French style mountaintop scenic homestead

Rowan House, a magnificent three-level French-styled residence, is uniquely positioned high in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Perched atop Mount Mellum’s highest north-easterly point, the homestead commands spectacular 180° views of almost 150 km of Australia’s coastline and islands - from Noosa through to Brisbane. The restored mansion was Queensland’s 1942 “House of the Year” and is just a 25 minute drive from beaches. Original tennis court is refurbished.

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