Hale Lani 2 - Oceanview Penthouse Paradise

Summary:

The true essence of coastal style is as much about serenity as it is about your surrounds. And this opulent penthouse in Sunshine Beach has an expansive and appealing abundance of both.



The Space:

Positioned along the suburb’s prestigious The Esplanade, the three-bedroom property sits nestled across the road from the beach. And while this creates a distance of but a few metres from front door to golden sands, it represents an entire journey away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.



Reflecting the gentle charms of its beachside enclave, the spacious retreat is superbly finished for maximum pleasure and leisure. Both the bedrooms and living areas embrace a soothing interior palette, where the warmth of timber in all its shades merges into the soft appeal of neutrals, and crisp white and cream set the stage for bold pops of colour. All are underscored by a focus on comfort, and on enjoying moments of together and of alone time.



The open-plan living area in the penthouse serves as a warm and inviting lifestyle hub, bringing people together to live, laugh and dine.

The designer kitchen has plenty of room for talented home chefs to unleash their creativity in ways they may not always have time to do at home. The conversation and catch-ups can continue while they work, with expansive bench seating drawing on natural textures to provide an inviting drawcard, including for casual eating. Other options for meals include the dining room, chic lounge or the front balcony, where a sunlounger, table and chairs present spectacular ocean views in background to activities ranging from brunch to the enjoyment of a good book. Direct access outdoors is also available from the bedrooms.



On the other side of the kitchen, a large glass panel gives easy access to an appealing alfresco entertaining zone, which comes complete with a sizable barbecue, table and chairs. Private and secluded, it adds to that sense of distance from the grind of everyday life – especially with an icy glass of champagne in hand.



With a lift ensuring ease of access, the retreat’s other features include an inviting private pool. But for those who like a little surf or sand with their water, the ocean’s proximity serves as a siren song.

With the patrolled flags and surf club lying just a few hundred metres down the beach, and a surf break not far away, all ages can enjoy the pristine expanse of golden sand however they enjoy, from keeping watch for shells to splashing in the shallows or constructing a sandcastle. As the area draws smaller crowds than higher-profile hot spots, it’s the ideal place for family fun.



Also close by are the retail and food of Sunshine Beach Village and the delights of Noosa National Park, whose beauty, flora and fauna unfolds under a lush green canopy. The park also give access to a coastal route all the way around to the retail and restaurant precinct of Hastings St and, of course, the acclaimed panorama that is Main Beach. Take your fill of their attractions, and the delight that comes from not being bound by a schedule. Then head back the way you came, exploring myriad beautiful bays and coves along the way. Or, jump in your car for the short drive back, which can also be routed to take in the riverside appeal, shopping and dining of Gympie Terrace.



It’s all about that sense of possibility where one small step is a big leap away from the everyday. Embrace and enjoy your escape.



Guest Access:

Guests will have exclusive access to the entire home and shared access to the pool throughout their stay



The Neighborhood:

Sunshine Beach is renowned for its sand, surf and the ambience of the Sunshine Beach Village on Duke Street. A 600m stroll from the ‘Private Oasis’ and set beneath a canopy of green trees and pandanus palms, the Sunshine Beach Village features stylish boutiques, restaurants, cafés and bars as well as a hairdresser, surf store, homewares and gift stores, pilates and yoga studio and a boutique bottle shop. Across the road from the Village is the recently renovated award-winning Sunshine Beach Surf Club which offers impressive and uninterrupted ocean views, perfect for spotting the humpback whales passing from June to October.



Noosa is recognised as a UNESCO biosphere reserve, this chic coastal town is surrounded by bay, beach, National Park and river. Visitors to Noosa love to swim at Noosa Main Beach, surf the Noosa World Surfing Reserve, walk the Noosa National Park’s stunning forest and coastal trails or picnic as the sun sets over the hinterland behind the river mouth. Home to iconic Hastings Street, which is famous for its shopping and dining, Noosa’s main beach is lined with restaurants, cafes, bars and an eclectic array of boutiques, homeware stores, galleries, and surf stores.



Noosa Junction or as it is affectionately known by locals, ‘The Junga’ is a buzzing little village just over the hill from Hastings Street, ‘The Junga’ is home to a wonderful world of bars, restaurants, live music, coffee shops, fashion boutiques, laneways, night markets, street art and photo galleries.



With the Noosa River winding through its heart and river hire businesses dotted along its 2km of grassy foreshore, Noosaville is a lively centre of aquatic activities including swimming, stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing and jet skiing. Restaurants, cafes and bars on both Gympie Terrace and Thomas Street, many with stunning views of the Noosa River, serve up tastes from around the world as well as contemporary Australian fare that cater to all tastes and budgets. Shopping is also well catered for in Noosaville with an excellent range of boutiques retailing everything from shoes and beachwear to surfboards and clothes for any occasion.



Noosa ferry’s custom-built classic riverboats cruise between Hastings Street, Noosaville and Tewantin (Noosa Marina) with seven stops along the Noosa River with a one-way trip taking about 40 minutes.



Tewantin is a quiet, village-style suburb situated along the Noosa River from Noosaville which features a pedestrian-friendly main street renowned for its striking Poinciana trees showcasing vibrant orange-red flowers during the summer months. Originally established as a timber town and serving as the river port for the Noosa region, Tewantin is home to the vehicular ferry connecting to Noosa’s North Shore and Fraser Island, as well as the Noosa Marina, a hub for riverfront shops and restaurants, and host to weekly craft and produce markets.



Inland from Noosa and popular for day trips is the Hinterland where green valleys are dotted with cafes, galleries, vintage stores, markets and historic pubs. Known for their incredible natural beauty, the Noosa Hinterland is comprised of country towns including Eumundi, Cooroy, Pomona, Kin Kin, Cooran and is also home to the Noosa Everglades. One of only two everglades’ systems on Earth, the Noosa Everglades is a 60km stretch of pristine waters, magnificent flora and fauna and narrow waterways.



Heading south, locals and visitors alike love Peregian Beach for its laidback and chilled beachy vibe and its village square which is home to boutique stores, a host of restaurants, cafes and takeaways set under cool shady trees and its makers’ market held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday morning of each month.



Getting Around:

The nearest Visitor information centres are:

- Noosa Visitor Information Centre (located adjacent to Noosa Heads Surf Club on Hastings Street)

- Sunshine Coast Airport Visitor Information Centre (located at the Sunshine Coast airport)



Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) located in Marcoola is serviced by Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas domestically as well Air New Zealand who provide seasonal flight services. Alternatively, Brisbane Airport is both an international and domestic gateway to Queensland with regular transfers to the Sunshine Coast.



ConXion operate door-to-door airport shuttle services from both Brisbane Airport and Sunshine Coast Airport seven days a week and Niche can also happily provide contact details of preferred private airport transfer companies/drivers upon request.

Rideshare services such as Uber and DiDi as well as taxis are readily available on the Sunshine Coast but can be unreliable later in the evening.



Suncoast Cabs provide taxi services and can be more reliable later in the evening than rideshare services. The best way to order a cab is via the Suncoast Cabs app.



Translink provide the convenience of bus travel all across the Sunshine Coast including Noosaville, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach, Peregian Springs, Coolum, Maroochydore and Cooroy.

Travellers will require a Translink 'Go Card' - an electronic ticket for all Translink bus, train (including Airtrain), ferry and tram services in greater Brisbane, Ipswich, Sunshine Coast, and Gold Coast regions which must be purchased and topped up prior to travel. Please note: the ‘Go Noosa Weekends’ initiative offers free travel on weekends on Translink routes 626, 627, 628, 629 and 632 and the ‘Go Noosa Holidays’ initiative offers free travel during Christmas and Easter school holidays on select services including the popular 65 Go Noosa Loop Bus.



A railway line connects the region to Brisbane in the south, and Gympie and beyond, to the north. Transport between Brisbane Airport and the Sunshine Coast can also be accessed via the train to Beerwah, Landsborough or Nambour train stations.



Niche are also very happy to provide recommendations for preferred airport transfer businesses.



Interaction with Guests:

This property is lovingly managed by Niche Holidays Noosa who are available to answer guests' queries before, during or after their stay.