Meet your ALAYA VERDE HOSTS

Welcoming guests since 1995

We’re Gina and Duncan, proud custodians of our luxurious subtropical Noosa Hinterland sanctuary for more than 30 years.

Gina and Duncan

The place we call home

We are Duncan Hogg and Gina Carruthers, a husband-and-wife team who settled in the Noosa Hinterland in 1995, drawn by the natural beauty, space and quiet of this remarkable part of Queensland.

Set within 42 acres of protected subtropical forest, Alaya Verde grew from our desire to create a beautiful home that feels deeply connected to its surroundings – peaceful, private, and wonderfully removed from the busyness of everyday life.

Today, along with our dog Mira, we share that home with our guests. With just two guest suites, Alaya Verde remains deliberately intimate. There is space to slow down, enjoy the forest, linger over breakfast, relax by the pool, or simply appreciate having nowhere you need to be.

For us, genuine hospitality is about more than providing a beautiful room. We want Alaya Verde to feel relaxed and personal, somewhere you can settle in, feel at home, and experience a quieter side of the Noosa Hinterland.

Alaya Verde is also home to our sister business, Health in Perspective, which offers dedicated wellbeing retreats separately from our B&B stays.

time out to be at one with nature

Our philosophy

Our vision when we first came to the Noosa Hinterland was to create a special space for living at a more natural, more holistic pace. Since 1995, we have protected and gently regenerated our precious subtropical land, making Alaya Verde a genuinely unique destination for those who seek time together to connect, celebrate, or simply be submerged in nature.

42 acres of native forest

Surrounded by subtropical national park forest and mindfully managed since 1995

Grounded Luxury

Secluded suites hallmarked by understated comfort and simplicity

Personal Hospitality

A personal home-from-home welcome for every guest from Gina and Duncan

Nature First

Land supporting 35 species of fruiting tree and abundant Australian wildlife

Fresh & Seasonal

Breakfast celebrates a rich variety of home-grown organic produce

A Slower Pace

A peaceful sanctuary designed for rest, retreat, reflection, and reset

guest book

The people make the place

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This little oasis of peace and quiet had been recommended to us and I booked a three-night stay. Duncan and Gina are the perfect hosts, friendly, efficient and caring for the wellbeing of their guests. Breakfast is included and Duncan provided us with a tasty, well-presented and healthy breakfast. Nothing was a problem and one can see they enjoy taking care of the people who are staying with them.

Allabout2025 • Tripadvisor

The entire complex is one of the most beautiful accommodations we have ever visited. The rooms and the entire complex are lovingly and beautifully decorated. Gina and Duncan are excellent hosts. They have created a dream accommodation in the middle of the jungle. You can relax and enjoy yourself with cockatoos and kangaroos. The dinner they prepared for us was a poem!

Exploration783532 | Tripadvisor

Owners Gina and Duncan were terrific. They immediately made us feel at home, offering us beverages and snacks, and did everything to make us feel right at home. We had a wonderful time in the solitude and peaceful surroundings. The kangaroos watching us unload our car were an added nature surprise!

Bill * Expedia

Gina and Duncan’s place was beautiful and a great place to stay for anyone visiting the area or needing a getaway. The house is wonderfully appointed and the room I stayed in had everything I needed. Duncan and Gina put a lot of thought and care into their guests’ stay and provided a lovely breakfast, great restaurant recommendations, and a warm welcome.

Matt • airbnb

My partner and I spent one night here – it was absolutely perfect. The property itself is clean, tidy, and relaxing. We had Duncan cook dinner for us and my partner said it was Michelin Star quality! Could not fault the room. Comfy bed, everything you needed was provided. Will definitely be back!

Michelle • expedia

Duncan and Gina were wonderful hosts. Amazing location, beautiful amenities, and breakfast was delicious! Property is home to lots of fresh produce. We had a couples massage organised for us for the afternoon we arrived after a request a couple of weeks out. Cannot fault these guys for their communication, delivery, and facility. We’ll spread the word and definitely be back.

Alex • expedia

The Alaya Verde experience

So much to enjoy

We always enjoy sharing more of what makes this place so special. Ask us about what you can explore on-site, or to share ideas for venturing further into the beautiful Noosa Hinterland.

grounded luxury

The Stay

Wake to birdsong, enjoy breakfast with fresh homegrown and locally-sourced produce, unwind by the saltwater pool, or just let the pace of nature shape your day.

42 acres of bushland

The Land

We’re located within 42 acres of regenerating bushland, a haven for the wide variety of native wildlife that makes Alaya Verde quite unlike anywhere else.

close to the coast

The Area

Beyond Alaya Verde, discover the best of the Noosa Hinterland – from artisan villages and rainforest walks to beaches, national parks and unforgettable local experiences.

Time to rest, relax and restore

We'd love to welcome you

We love welcoming our Alaya Verde guests personally, and when you book direct with us we can ensure your stay is perfectly tailored just for you – right from the start.