Family-friendly vacation rentals in Meridan Plains

Spacious waterfront home with pontoon, pool, BBQ

We look forward to welcoming you to our spacious, single-level waterfront home with stunning lake views. While this is not a luxury home, it is a comfortable, well-equipped and relaxing space for families or friends to enjoy quality time together. Located in a peaceful and friendly neighbourhood midway between Caloundra and Mooloolaba, the house is close to beaches, lakes, shops and cafés. Popular attractions Australia Zoo,Glass House Mountains,TreeTop Challenge are within a 20–30 minute drive.

Lakeside, beach path, bikes & canoe

Relax in your garden retreat, a private oasis by the lake. Dine or laze on the verandah, watch the birds come and go from the tall garden trees. Walk across the quiet cul de sac to plunge into the lake - also popular for canoeing, fishing, paddleboarding - or to catch spectacular sunsets. Stroll the beach path to the surf, cafes, grassy picnic areas, kids swim spots and playground. Follow the bike path north or south or explore canoe trails. Canoe and bikes included. It's all at your doorstep!

Cozy one bedroom studio with a pool

Experience the best of Caloundra from our one-bedroom studio, tucked privately under the main house with its own entry. Enjoy access to the shared pool area, your own kitchenette. Please note, we are a family of four living upstairs with our black Labrador, including a toddler and a newborn, so you may hear general household noise from above. The front yard, which you’ll walk through to access the studio, is occasionally occupied by us playing, we will always make sure we won't be a nuisance.

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Pandanus Retreat - Beach Front - Pet Friendly

Absolute beachfront at beautiful Wurtulla Beach. Wander through coastal rainforest and sand dunes to the beach, with patrolled swimming nearby and a 24/7 dog-friendly off-leash beach. The Coastal Walkway runs right between the house and the beach — perfect for morning strolls, bike rides or exploring the coastline. Back at the house, relax by the private pool and enjoy the easygoing Sunshine Coast lifestyle. A spacious, stylish coastal retreat for family, friends and four-legged guests.

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Hillside Studio-Caloundra

The Studio is a Bright, clean, airy and stylishly decorated 1 bedroom studio apartment on the lower level of our home, two steps up so not disability friendly, ideal for couples, (sorry not child friendly.] There is a well equipped kitchenette, large corner chaise lounge, pillow-topped queen size bed, romantic candlelit bedroom, Reverse cycle air conditioning, WIFI, Large Smart Screen TV with Chromecast streaming device for watching Netflix, Stan or whatever platform you use. Private BBQ

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Beautiful 4bed home-Acreage-Dog/pet friendly

The whole family, even your much beloved pets, can stay with you at your new home away from home 'Cedar Lodge'. Dog friendly property. Located in the picturesque countryside of Glenview, it's surrounded by rolling hills, lush green paddocks, & an abundance of wildlife. Ewen Maddock Dam, National parks, wildlife/theme parks, waterfalls, action sports, quality restaurants/cafes, shopping & beaches are all just a stones throw away. Everything is on your door when you stay at Cedar Lodge

The Artist Studio

Enjoy the beautiful Sunshine Coast from this secluded hideaway centrally located near glorious beaches and stunning hinterland, an excellent place to unwind after exploring, swimming, dining, sightseeing. The Artist Studio is perfect for a couples getaway. A spacious master queen bedroom overlooking lush garden and forest, double bed in 2nd bedroom, full kitchen, bathroom, laundry, lockup garage, relaxing outdoor spaces - timber veranda and bbq area. Tea, coffee, milk provided.

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Train Carriage on Acreage Retreat Sunshine Coast

Journey back in time while enjoying the luxury of a fully renovated and contemporory train carriage fitted out with bedrooms, kitchenette, bathroom, toilet and living /TV area and indoor electric fire. Enjoy the sweeping views of the valley overlooking Sarah's hobby farm on the large deck and entertaining area inc. BBQ facilities. Roast marshmallows over your own personal fire-pit at night. Twice daily animal feeding and experiences for the Children led by Sarah your hostess.

Pet Friendly & Solar Heated Pool- Canal front Home

Spacious & Modern, canal front property with solar heated private pool, private pontoon to moor your own boat, media room and pool table room. Plenty of space to entertain inside and out. Pet and family friendly with fully fenced yard. Very quiet neighbourhood with plenty of playgrounds, cafes and Golden Beach within walking distance. Only 5-10min drive to Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, local Caloundra shopping centres, off leash dog park and beaches and Caloundra's main strip.

Luxe bush cottage: Sauna-Spa-Stargazing bathtub

Discover the award-winning La Casita, a luxury bush retreat in Buderim on the Sunshine Coast. Featuring two king-sized bedrooms, a stunning bathroom with a glass roof and starlit floor, a spa, sauna and outdoor fire pit. Modern Queenslander architecture and thoughtful landscaping create a peaceful and secluded retreat. Just a short drive from beaches, rainforests, golf courses and charming hinterland towns. Say hello to resident Highland cows, Charlie and Maple.

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Family Fun - The Oasis Resort 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom

Stay at the Oaks Oasis, one of the best family resorts in Australia. With a heated water park with slides, Giant jumping pillow, mini golf, tennis court, beach volley-ball, playground, pool and heated spa, bar & restaurant "Reflections" Located 1 street back from the beautiful Golden Beach on the shores of the pristine Pumicestone Passage, and only minutes to Caloundra centre Perfect location for a family getaway, and close to many of the coasts attractions

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Historic French style mountaintop scenic homestead

Rowan House, a magnificent three-level French-styled residence, is uniquely positioned high in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Perched atop Mount Mellum’s highest north-easterly point, the homestead commands spectacular 180° views of almost 150 km of Australia’s coastline and islands - from Noosa through to Brisbane. The restored mansion was Queensland’s 1942 “House of the Year” and is just a 25 minute drive from beaches. Original tennis court is refurbished.