Noosa’s 15 exclusive holiday homes attracting Hemsworths, Ash Barty
From absolute beachfront locales to private islands or stunning architecture, see some of the Noosa region’s most exclusive holiday homes up for rent for a pretty penny.
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From an island that has regularly hosted celebrities to other exclusive abodes, the Noosa region has beautiful holiday homes that promise exclusivity, breathtaking views or unique features.
Holiday home bookings in the Noosa region have remained strong during the September holidays even though Australians can travel overseas.
Holiday Noosa holiday property manager Laura Flanders said rental bookings were sitting at about 80 per cent for the month.
“This year has been the best for bookings,” she said.
“People are willing to spend a bit more money.
“Bookings have slowed in the past month or two because people are going overseas but they’re strong overall.”
The holiday property manager said the business had added another 12 properties to its holiday rentals in 2022.
Noosa River
Makepeace Island
The island in the Noosa River was named after former resident Hannah “Shotgun” Makepeace and was developed in 2009 as a private retreat for the owners, Sir Richard Branson and Virgin Australia co-founder Brett Godfrey.
In 2011 the doors were opened to others for exclusive use hire.
In August, 2022, it was reported that tennis legend Ash Barty hired the island for her wedding to long-time partner Garry Kissick.
The Courier Mail reported people can rent out the island for more than $18,000 a night.
The island has hosted many celebrities over the years, including movie star brothers Chris and Liam Hemsworth and singer Justin Bieber.
Noosa Heads
8/37 Hastings St, Noosa Heads
This beachfront apartment, rented through Niche Luxury Accommodation, has three bedrooms, three bathrooms and can house up to six guests.
It has panoramic views across Laguna Bay from Double Island Point to Little Cove and Noosa National Park.
The interior is contemporary and designed-focused and the apartment, in the La Mer complex, has beach access.
Rent: from $1985 a night
33 Witta Circle, Noosa Heads
This five-bedroom, four-bathroom property for rent through Accommodation in Noosa can house 11 guests and boasts a private beach.
The two-level home takes advantage of panoramic views of the Noosa River and is designed for families and entertaining.
Polished concrete and timber finishes dominate the light-filled spaces.
Rent: $4500 to $6500 a night
4/55 Hastings St, Noosa Heads
This beachfront property, rented through Niche Luxury Accommodation, has four bedrooms, four bathrooms and can accommodate eight guests.
It has views across Laguna Bay from Double Island Point to Little Cove and Noosa National Park and the interior is contemporary with elegant finishes.
It also has a private courtyard and beach access.
Rent: from $1890 a night
9 Nairana Rest, Noosa Heads
This three-storey home rented through Holiday Noosa boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms and an entertainer’s area complete with an in-ground pool.
Rent: from $750 a night
10/37 Hastings St, Noosa Heads
This three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment in Hastings Street means many tourist attractions including the national park are within walking distance.
The view from the unit is of Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach.
The apartment, offered through Accommodation in Noosa, has three bedrooms and three bathrooms and is in the La Mer complex and can accommodate up to six people.
Sick of the beach? The complex includes a swimming pool and spa.
Rent: $1470 to $3150 a night
3/3 Park Rd, Noosa Heads
This beachfront property is in one of the country’s most sought-after holiday locations.
The three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment rented through Niche Luxury Accommodation can house up to five guests.
It has uninterrupted views of Laguna Bay.
Rent: from $1935 a night
Noosa Waters
Waterside Ct, Noosa Waters
This five-bedroom, five-bathroom holiday home rented through Holiday Noosa comes with its own jetty that allows holiday-makers access to the Noosa River.
It also has an extra powder room, a cinema for rainy days and an entertainer’s area with a pool.
Rent: from $987 a night
Sunshine Beach
9 Kiamba Ct, Sunshine Beach
This five-bedroom, four-bathroom home, Cloudbreak, is named after one of the most challenging waves in the world in Fiji.
It is at the northern end of Sunshine Beach and the open plan of the home makes it easy to see the ocean and forest landscape view to Point Cartwright.
Up to 10 guests can call this place home during their holiday that is offered through Accommodation in Noosa.
Rent: $730 to $2780 a night
Henderson St, Sunshine Beach
This top floor apartment is in the middle of the village and can accommodate up to six guests.
The property has an ocean view, outdoor area and is within 200m to the cafes and restaurants of Duke St.
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is rented through Sunshine Beach Real Estate and is in a complex with a lift and a pool.
Rent: from $3024 a week
Bowman Tce, Sunshine Beach
Watch the waves breaking from this holiday home in leafy surrounds and within a short walk to the beach and Sunshine Beach village dining precinct.
This five-bedroom, three-bathroom home has two living areas, timber decks and a pool and can accommodate up to 10 guests.
The home, offered through Sunshine Beach Real Estate, is filled with light and has timber floors to complete the beachside feel.
Rent: from $4816 a week
Seaview Tce, Sunshine Beach
On one of the most exclusive streets in the village, this home offers ocean and the Noosa National Park headland views.
The four-bedroom, three-bathroom home also has an executive kitchen and pool and can host up to nine guests.
The holiday home, for rent through Sunshine Beach Real Estate, also offers a work space for those who cannot leave the laptop at their ‘real’ home.
Rent: from $6062 a week
The Esplanade, Sunshine Beach
Positioned at the end of an exclusive beachfront enclave this holiday home is moments from the beach.
The five-bedroom, five-bathroom home rented through Sunshine Beach Real Estate also has a media room with a movie screen and billiard table.
It can accommodate up to 12 guests.
Rent: from $9534 a week
10 Arakoon Cres, Sunshine Beach
This beachfront property offers a bathtub with panoramic views of Sunshine Beach.
It is rented through Niche Luxury Accommodation and was designed so every room has an ocean view.
The three-bedroom, three-bathroom property can sleep up to six guest and the home’s design also focused on indoor-outdoor living.
The central dining space, in the middle of the property, has electric shutters above that can be opened completely to let sun and fresh air in.
The property also has a pool and outdoor shower.
Rent: from $1500 a night
Domic
Domic is a six-bedroom, nine-bathroom premier holiday home in Sunshine Beach.
Owned by Russian hemp tycoon Evgeny Skigin, the Russian “domic” translates to “of having domes” and the home is recessed into the landscape on the edge of Noosa National Park.
It was named as one of Australia’s most unique homes by Australian Traveller in 2021.
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