The Sunshine Coast region in Queensland always seems to have a raw deal, being forever compared to the Gold Coast stretch on the other side of Brisbane. Yes, the Gold Coast does have some spectacular beaches and surf, yet it has been panned as an overcrowded and overproduced tourist trap. In contrast, Sunshine Coast’s laid-back atmosphere has been quietly drawing travelers craving tranquility or an alternative lifestyle since the 1960s. Townships such as Castaways Beach are dotted all along the coastline and offer great accommodations for travelers to sample the beach-side charms of the Sunshine Coast. Here are 10 of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Castaways Beach, Australia!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Fantastic treetop romantic getaway
Just like the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast is a collection of beachside suburbs and hinterland towns along a long stretch of coastline in Queensland. The Sunshine Coast towns, however, are far more laid-back and have none of the bustle like their Gold Coast counterparts. So you can go find your little piece of tranquil accommodation along the coast, such as this awesome treetop eco retreat in Sunrise Beach, a seaside town just north of Castaways Beach. Start with its Bali-style thatch-roofed bedroom, where you can catch fantastic sunrise and sunset views from the king-size bed. Then enjoy a candlelit bath at the outdoor enclosed bathroom while listening to the chirping birds outside the house. There is also a spacious deck where you can lay out a hammock and unwind, and the hosts even have a yoga studio complete with mats and props. With the hosts offering many side services such as luxury massage and surf classes, it all adds up to a marvelous romantic getaway.
Sunrise Beach, Queensland, Australia
4.33 km (2.7 mi) from Noosa National ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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extremely comfortable bed spectacular views of the bushthe tree house space is cosy (even in a winter rainstorm) and very comfortablethe feel is very laid back and natural but still has the amenities to be comfortablewe had a great time at the treehouse beautiful room with sunrise and sunset viewslovely stay great bird watching super comfy bed and great sunset viewsCleanliness:
great hosts and lovely clean treehouse and such a comfortable bedthe various living spaces are very comfortable with attention paid to creature comforts and cleanlinessexceptionally clean and loved the private deck for chilling in the eveningsHost:
our hosts were attentive and friendly and andrew’s massage is a mustvery friendly and helpful hostsamy and andrew are great hosts and made us feel welcomeamy and andrew were wonderful hosts unobtrusive but welcoming and provided great local tipsa very comfortable bed and wonderful hosts made our stay just perfectRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location and brilliant peopleperfect location for a peaceful relaxing holidaybeing so close to the nature strip is so awesomesuch a wonderful experience beautiful location and so comfortablelocation was perfect it was truly a natural paradise so grounded and relaxed after our weekend away
2. Cozy unit close to the beaches (from USD 100)
The Sunshine Coast beach towns are often located side by side one another, so you can easily base yourself in one of the towns and go “beach hopping”. Castaways Beach and its adjacent Sunrise Beach and Marcus Beach townships all have long, sandy and uncrowded beachfronts to stroll along or maybe do some surfing in. If you wish to do so, then this cozy suite is a great accommodation option, being just a five to eight-minute walk from Sunrise Beach. Besides offering free internet, cable TV and a DVD player for your recreational needs, there is also a swimming pool and outdoor BBQ grill on the premises. Actually, just looking at its aqua-blue decor will make you feel relaxed immediately.
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dvd’s and wifi also a nice touchit's a beautiful place the room has a lovely balcony facing the backyard where nice sunsets can be seenair con was a dream and pool and yard all to ourselvesvery private great views wonderful sleep and the outdoor shower is a delighta quiet comfortable and economical place to stay while enjoying nearby noosa parks and beachCleanliness:
nicely decorated and clean placeclean comfortable and cozythe accommodation was clean and had everything i neededthe space is lovely and clean and so quieta clean little place that has a 'beachy' decor to itHost:
pauline was a lovely hostpauline was really friendly and a great hostpauline and yan are lovely hosts and we appreciated their advice and quick response to requests and questionspauline and yan were great hostspauline and yan were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very close to beachgreat little spot close to beachesnice place close to local beachesamazing accommodation perfect location not to far from the centergreat location with the beach and a cafe just a short walk away
3. Apartment close to bus services and Noosa attractions (from USD 92)
While the Noosa Heads Beach and the nearby Hasting Street shopping malls are the obvious draws of the Noosa region, its national park is also a key attraction. There are picturesque lookouts with great vistas of the windswept coast, and you can walk along the clifftops and into lush rainforests and open woodlands. Even if you don’t have a car, there are bus services from the nearby beach towns to Noosa. So you can take up lodgings such as this one-bedroom apartment at Sunrise Beach which is right by the bus stop. While it also has a fully stocked kitchenette and outdoor dining place, you can head down to the bunch of eateries by the town’s beachfront to enjoy some fine dining.
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the apartment had everything taken care of - from coffee to sunscreenvery nice backyard where you can have breakfast or romantic dinnerthe well-equipped kitchen was perfect for holiday cooking and breakfastthe modern bathroom has a very good shower etcthe bed was very comfortable with lots of pillows and extra blanketsCleanliness:
clean and new beach staythe apartment is nice and cleanvery clean and cody apartmentthe house is nice and clean with theme of beachbeautiful personal touches excellent communication and clean and tidy home - we loved it and will be backHost:
hosts were excellent and gave great tipsshe was very welcoming and helpfulthanks for being an amazing hostwonderful hosts and lovely place to staythey were both kind and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is beautifulwonderful accommodation in a perfect locationthe location is perfect and only a 5 minute walk to a beautiful beachaway from the hustle and bustle of noosa but close enough to get there easilythis is an idyllic location for a lovely quiet and peaceful break
4. Gorgeous bungalow with outdoor pool (from USD 83)
Probably the biggest attraction on the Sunshine Coast is the Australia Zoo, owned and run by the family of the late Steve Irwin, the world-famous “Crocodile Hunter”. Besides crocodiles, you can also see a wide variety of birds, mammals and reptiles, as well as experience many hands-on animal encounters. It is located in the southern part of the Sunshine Coast, but easily reachable by car or taxi. This gorgeous bungalow in Sunrise Beach has free parking on the premises, an outdoor swimming pool and BBQ area. Perfect for families with young kids to enjoy and unwind after a day at the zoo.
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beautiful little apartment with fantastic amenities and very well cleanedpicture perfect bungalow comfortable bed and lounge wonderful amenities - plunge pool and balinese hut to relax underbeautiful place looks even better than the photos great swimming in the pool and awesome vibethe claw foot bath was amazing and the little array of breakfast food was a lovely surprisewe loved the cozy bedroom and bathroom with style to suitCleanliness:
everything was clean and very comfortableit was spotless and beautifulamazing place to stay very clean and lots of spacewhat a wonderfull house nice clean placea beautiful clean bungalow very unique and comfortableHost:
alana was also really helpful and accommodatingalana is a great host who pays attention to detailalana was very accommodating and friendlyalana is a lovely host with great knowledge about her areaalana was an amazing host and was perfect for recommendations for food and activitiesRead more reviewsLocation:
close to the beach located in a quiet and peaceful neighbourhoodgreat location backing on to national parkgreat location and beautiful little oasis close to noosa and beachesloved having a little get away in this beautiful bungalow you won’t be disappointed booking this placegreat place private away from the hustle of noosa
5. Beachside house with private rooftop hot tub (from USD 111)
How would you like being on a rooftop balcony, enjoying an ice-cold drink of your choice, all the while admiring the exquisite views of Castaways Beach and the ocean…in a hot tub? That’s the luxury you will get, should you rent this split-level penthouse apartment by the beach. The first level is also stunning, with the spacious living room facing the ocean, with floor-to-ceiling glass panels giving you unobstructed views of the beach even if you are balled up on the sofa. And because this penthouse is inside a gated holiday home complex, you will also have access to a heated swimming pool with a BBQ area as well as a tennis court. Truly a wonderful upscale accommodation option.
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beautiful apartment with a great view of marcus beachthis was a very comfortable apartment with a lovely roof top view and wonderfully heated spaamazing view and lovely apartment would stay againreally well appointed and positioned apartment for noosa and the sunshine coastfantastic views from the top too the complex also has poolCleanliness:
well equipped clean unit exactly as describedclean stylish and a hot tub on the roofkylie's place was lovely and cleanspotless clean with a well equipped kitchen with complimentary cooking condimentscomfort table bed and super cleanHost:
excellent hosts who do a great job managing from another statekylie was a really helpful host who was quick to resond to any queries and issues we hadeasy and good communication from hostkylie was very accommodating and helpfulkylie gives all the info needed really responsive and the beach vibe of the house is funRead more reviewsLocation:
great location near the beachawesome location and facilitiesperfect location for the beachawesome location and a really tidy apartmentgreat stay in a relaxing location
6. Comfy guest room for exploring the coast (from USD 105)
The Noosa area at the northern tip of the Sunshine Coast is one of the main draws of the region, with upmarket shopping and dining spots lining its sheltered beaches, waterways and parks. It is one of the best kite-surfing destinations in the world, as the prevailing wind directions are almost always favorable. There are kite-surfing academies in Noosa Heads, the main suburb, which is about a 10-minute drive from Castaways Beach accommodations such as this comfy-looking guest room decked in predominantly white decor. Guests have their own kitchenette which is equipped for light meals, as well as a private courtyard area. Of course, any place with free parking is a plus for your exploration of the region.
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wifi connectivity was fantastic 10/10 i would highly recommendthe space is much larger than shown in the photos with a very comfortable bedgreat airbnb very pretty room great amenities private section of the house and very accommodatingit was nice to have a separate kitchenette and living roomali and brad were very hospitable and their place was very comfortable and helped us to relaxCleanliness:
the bathroom is beautifully clean and the bedroom clean and cosyit was clean and tidythe toilet was really clean as wellthe rooms are very clean and cozythe room was clean and the bed was comfortableHost:
friendly host that leaves you to itthe hosts were very friendly and helpfulperfect hosts in a perfect placegreat place perfect hostsa lovely place with great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location by beautiful strip of beachnice and close to the beachshort walk to great beachso peaceful and close to beautiful castaways beachit's a cute place and has everything you need
7. Studio with sublime ocean view
There are a handful of residences in Sunrise Beach that are right by the beachside, and fortunately for travelers, this particular studio apartment is available for Airbnb rental. It has an outdoor deck which overlooks the ocean and is surrounded by tropical garden surroundings - an excellent spot to relax, watch the waves or read your favorite novel. Inside the studio, there is a well-equipped kitchenette which even includes a small pizza oven. In any case, the hosts have Kindly provided continental breakfast for you to enjoy while taking in the sublime views by the indoor breakfast bar.
Sunrise Beach, Queensland, Australia
4.51 km (2.8 mi) from Noosa National ParkTop guest reviews
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her lovely air bnb has a good view and kinds of breakfaststudio is very well supplied- coffee machine tea coffee milk breakfast etclots of extras like breakfast coffee chocolates and lots of condimentsgreat views comfortable bed and lots of complimentary brekky items and toiletrieswe had breakfast outside to start each day with an amazing viewCleanliness:
their place is really clean and organisednice clean and relaxing spaceso clean and a beautiful spaceclean and comfortable with super ocean viewswhat a beautiful place to stay sparkling cleanHost:
great host and property thank youthank you to our hosts who were very easy to communicate withthoughtful hosts provided everything you would needamazing place and host highly recommendedestelle and bruce are wonderful hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk to beachfantastic studio close to the beachgood location close walk to the beachsuper close to sunrise beach walking distance and right near a awesome cafe chalet coexcellent location away from the hustle and bustle of hastings street
8. Spacious guest room with outdoor pool and sauna room
Most of the residences in Castaways Beach take advantage of the expansive beachfront area to be spacious and luxurious. This guest room dubbed “Starfish” is no different, being in a house that has an outdoor swimming pool, a luggage rack and even a sauna room. So you can bask in the comforts of this accommodation, and be fresh for explorations around the town such as along the picturesque Burgess Creek.
5.03 km (3.2 mi) from Noosa National Park
9. Guest room among the beach suburbs
Besides having a car, the next best option of transport is having a bicycle. There are biking tracks all along the beaches, and even among the beach suburbs all the way to Noosa. Few travelers would lug along a bicycle for their vacation, so it is great that the host of this Nautilius guest room, in the same house as the Starfish room mentioned above, has two bikes with helmets and locks to lend out. So spend a couple of days cycling past the beautiful coast or around the Noosa National Park, and when you return, you can rest your tired legs in the outdoor pool or on the snug sofas in the apartment.
4.89 km (3.1 mi) from Noosa National Park
10. Classy apartment to recharge and refresh
From Castaways Beach, you can take day trips to famous Queensland attractions such as Fraser Island and Rainbow Beach up north or the Glass Mountains down south. Or you can take a long drive along the 70-kilometer (43-mile) coastline of the Sunshine Coast region and explore other suburbs such as Maroochydore and Coolum. And when you return, you will want to unwind in comfort such as in this classy apartment, which has plenty of plush sofas and a charming backyard that overlooks the hilly Castaways Beach suburbs. A wonderful pad to recharge for the next day of holiday fun.
Castaways Beach, Queensland, Australia
5.22 km (3.3 mi) from Noosa National ParkAccommodates: 2
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we prepared and brought our own portable fan to help with humidity as no acaircon would have made it more comfortable as was quite hot particularly overnightopposed to other reviews wifi and speed where greatcomfortable bed great couch foxtel if you're feeling boredrhe kitchen is well equipped and wifi runs wellCleanliness:
it was really clean and well stockedvery stylish space very clean and very comfortableit was very clean and great value for moneythe place was clean stylish and well equippedvery clean and stylish literally minutes from the beachHost:
jess was an excellent and attentive hostfriendly and responsive hostshelpful & friendly hosthosts were very helpful and friendlyjess was super helpful and communicative as a hostRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely location for a weekend getawaygreat central location for checking out the noosa areajessica’s place is in a fantastic location away from the hustle and bustle of central noosait was perfectly located too - close to the beach and the nearby shopping districtgreat space which is close to everything
Rewarding explorations all around the Sunshine Coast
With a longer coastline than the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast offers many more natural attractions and unspoiled scenery than its more famous counterpart. Stay in any of the fine accommodations along the beach towns like Castaways Beach, and you will be rewarded with Instagram-friendly vistas whenever you go out and explore. Best of all, you will often have the scenic location to yourself in this peaceful and tranquil part of the Sunshine Coast.
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