Caloundra Retro Beach House in Front of Ocean

Summary:

Just a 1-minute walk from beautiful Shelly Beach, this spacious three-level home is perfect for relaxed coastal getaways with family and friends. Sleeping up to 12 guests across five bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the home is filled with retro 70s charm and boasts beautiful ocean views from the living area, kitchen and three balconies. With a generous front yard, dog-friendly backyard and patrolled Kings Beach just a 3-minute drive away, everything you need for an easy beachside escape is close by.



The Space:

Escape to the sandy shores of Shelly Beach and experience this unique seaside retreat, where the beach is steps away, family is welcomed and sea breezes are abundant. With five charming bedrooms, this retro three-story home is designed for families and groups will quickly feel like your home away from home. Whether you take a dip in the ocean or relax at the house with three balconies, three living areas, one featuring a fireplace and bar, you’ll find endless ways to unwind.



The open-plan living and dining area is perfect for accommodating large families or groups of friends, offering both indoor and outdoor dining for six, plus a BBQ. The kitchen is thoughtfully tucked away, complete with a serving window ideal for taking meals straight to the dining table. It’s fully equipped with all the essential appliances, utensils, and ample bench space. Choose to unwind in the living area, featuring a large smart TV and a cosy sofa, or relax in the main living area, complete with two comfortable sofas, a fireplace, and a bar. Outside of the home, you’ll find a spacious front garden, while the back offers a smaller grassy area that is perfect for dogs.



Below is the layout of the five bedrooms and bathrooms:



Level 2:

Master Bedroom:

This seaside master bedroom boasts stunning ocean views, a private balcony and a high vaulted ceiling. It features a comfortable king bed, an AC unit, fan, a smart TV (apps only), a wardrobe, and an ensuite bathroom.



Bathroom 1 (ensuite):

Features a shower, toilet and vanity.



Bedroom 2:

The charming second bedroom features a plush queen-sized bed, AC unit, high ceilings and a vintage wardrobe.



Bedroom 3:

The third upstairs bedroom has high vaulted ceilings for a spacious feel and includes a king bed, AC unit, ceiling fan, wardrobe, and a built-in desk with a mirror, ideal for doing makeup. This room offers stunning views through the windows overlooking the upstairs living area, where sofas frame the breathtaking blue from Shelly Beach. It also features built-in sliding wall separators, allowing you to combine or separate the space from the adjacent bunk room (bedroom 4) as needed.



Bedroom 4:

The fourth bedroom, features two bunk beds sleeping 4 guests and is perfect for the kids. This room features an AC unit, ceiling fan, and wardrobe. Built-in sliding wall separators allow this room to be combined with or separated from bedroom 3, offering flexible living arrangements.



Bathroom 2:

The second bathroom, located across from bedrooms 3 and 4, features a shower, vanity, bathtub, and a separate toilet.



Level 1:

Bedroom Five:

The final bedroom in the home is on the first level and is complete with a queen bed, AC unit, desk space and glass sliding doors that open out to the back patio and garden.



Laundry/Toilet:

The laundry is located adjacent to the kitchen and features a front loader washing machine, dryer, sink and toilet.



Guest Access:

Guests will have access to the entire home. There is space to park two cars in the double garage, plus two spaces to park in the driveway.



The Neighborhood:

Located on the foreshore of Shelly Beach, the home is just steps away from the sand. The closest patrolled beach is Kings and Dicky Beach which are both a short drive away. The home is located within walking distance to Moffat Beach where there is an abundance of cafes, restaurants and shops. There is also a hospital, shopping centre, library, cinema, boat ramp and skateparks all within close proximity. Shelly Beach is perfectly positioned with access to local parks and playgrounds, plus kilometres of walking and cycling tracks.

- Shelly Beach: Right there!

- Moffat Beach: 12-minute walk (3-minute drive).

- Bulcock Street: 7-minute drive.

- Patrolled Beaches (Dicky Beach, Kings Beach, Bulcock Beach): 5-min drive.

- Point Cartwright lighthouse and scenic coastal walk: 20-minute drive.

- Kawana shopping world and cinema: 15-minute drive.

- Mooloolaba: 25-minute drive.

- Maroochydore airport: 30-35 minute drive.

- Brisbane airport: 60-minute drive.

- Australia Zoo: 30-minute drive

- Large new Sunshine Coast University hospital: 15-minute drive.

- Noosa Heads: 40-minute drive.



Getting Around:

It's ideal to have a car to get around the Sunshine Coast. There are local bus services that service this area frequently should you need it, the home is approximately a 15-minute walk to Edmund Street (corner of King St) where bus services are available and operate to Maroochydore (northbound) and Caloundra Station (southbound).



Other Things to Note:

*Pet-friendly for a max of 2 dogs upon application. When staying with a dog there is an additional fee of $50 per dog. Please reach out to us prior to booking with your pet to ensure you understand our pet rules.



*We DO NOT take schoolies bookings*



*No guests under the age of 20 travelling independently, fine if accompanied by family (ie. young adults apart from a family booking is ok.)



*This home is in a residential community with neighbours in close proximity. We have quiet hours on the Sunshine Coast after 9pm. We ask that you also generally respect our neighbours and keep noise to a minimum generally. *Please no events or smoking is permitted at any time.



*Please note to stay with us you will be required to fill out a check-in form for your stay. This is a requirement of all our guests that stay with us, access to our home will only be provided after the completion of our form.



*Electric vehicle charging: If you plan on charging your electric car while on holiday, we would appreciate it if you could first consider using the designated charging stations available at nearby shopping centres and public locations. These are great alternatives and help us manage our power usage. If you need to charge your electric car at our home, please reach out for pre-approval beforehand. Please be aware that there is an additional charge for this. We appreciate your understanding.



Interaction with Guests:

The team from Welcome Ready Holiday Homes are located nearby for anything you might need during your stay.