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Secrets on the Lake

Lakefront cottage with free breakfast and spa services

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Room
Private kitchen
Restaurant
Outdoor wedding area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Spa
  • Fireplace
The current price is CA $443
CA $443 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30

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207 Narrows Road, North Maleny, QLD, 4560
  • Lake Baroon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Maleny Dairies
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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  • Lake view
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About the area

North Maleny

Located in North Maleny, Secrets on the Lake is in the mountains and on a lake. Kondalilla National Park and Egerton Nature Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Australia Zoo and Maleny Cheese. Wildlife HQ Zoo and Big Pineapple are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Lake Baroon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kondalilla National Park - 11 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kondalilla Falls - 27 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Maleny Dairies - 28 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station - 24 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monica's Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Flaxton Gardens - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Unplugged - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Maple 3 Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Le Coq Bressan - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Secrets on the Lake

Lakefront cottage with free breakfast and spa services
This smoke-free cottage features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast (local cuisine), free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, a meeting room and laundry facilities are on-site. All 11 soundproofed accommodations feature DVD players and room service. Kitchenettes come with fridges and stovetops, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as indoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Limited housekeeping is available.
Secrets on the Lake offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 4-star cottage has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers. LCD televisions come with digital channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Secrets on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Secrets on the Lake?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Secrets on the Lake?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Secrets on the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secrets on the Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Baroon, Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk and Kondalilla National Park. Egerton Nature Refuge and Flame Hill Vineyard are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Secrets on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceeded our expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
the whole experience of and in secrets is truly unique. the only down side was leaving.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Keeley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m disappointed that my parents were charged for another rooms drinks and we had to wait for our bbq pack to arrive as reception believed it was for another room. This was unacceptable when secrets prides themselves on being up class accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location,views, cabins,walkways, and the incredible wood carvings were a unique artistic experience. Only one tiny annoyance…. No butter for our toast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A forest stay

Our accommodation was in a converted old railway station relocated to site. The location was fantastic. Rainforest all around with a lovely lawn area at the front. It was very private and quite, just the birds in the forest. The shower and toilet were a bit cramped but otherwise it was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is very private and relaxing ...a true escape from the everyday world.. Have been going there for years and will always return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

NMC, Sunshine Coast QLD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wonderful location. Unique and beautiful furnishings. Excellent attention to detail and happy, polite and kind service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Sandy, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful craftsmanship. Nice views of lake. Privacy. Lovely bush setting. In nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Escape from it all !

Great stay at the Whistlestop cabin. Amazing outdoor spa, truly you wake up in a secluded rainforest
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Treetop and secluded location excellent. Recommended for a couple break away
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Extremely Satisfied

What a gem of a place! We stayed in the Whistlestop cottage. It was lovely. Well appointed and spacious and a logfire was burning on our arrival - it can get a bit chilly in the rainforest at night. On Mondays the restaurant is closed but no problem as a preselected BBQ hamper was delivered to the cottage at about 6pm which we cooked this on the “barbie” area with a spa bath set up a path at the back of the cottage. It was a heavenly spot and was lovely to sit on the verandah afterwards for an after dinner glass of wine before retiring! It is a beautiful part of the world set in the rainforest and you feel as if you are the only people around. Very peaceful. This is highly recommended and we will definitely go back and were only sad that we stayed one night. We had a stroll around the rest of the property and down to the lake the next morning as we checked out . Incredibly beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, great privacy and excellent service. Nothing negative about this wonderful venue.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings and awesome staff. Loved the wood fire in mid July :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great get away with beautiful views

We had a very enjoyable stay at Secrets on the Lake. The location is amazing and the secluded cabins are beautiful with everything provided to make our stay very memorable. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome. Relaxing. Excellent attention to detail. Wonderful staff. Peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful wood work in the cabins and the secluded location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful setting and just amazing layout and rooms. Thank you Secrets
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Imogen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for romantic weekend or honeymoon

We spent 3 days here to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. We couldn’t have picked a better place, it was paradise. The treehouses are beautiful, we felt as though there was no one else around. The lake is warm and great for kayaking and swimming. The nearest trail is a few hundred metres from the entrance. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent little piece of heaven. Wonderful views with a beautiful and laid back atmosphere .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018