Alaya Verde

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Peacefully secluded, close to everything

Wake to birdsong and rainforest views before spending a day exploring Noosa’s beaches, artisan villages or walking trails. By evening, return to the peace of Alaya Verde, where the only sounds you’ll hear are the wildlife and the breeze through the trees.

Noosa Hinterland on the doorstep

So much to explore!

Noosa Coast

Aerial view of the Noosa National Park sea and shoreline
Noosa Heads

Approx 26 minute drive

Noosa National Park: The coastal track from Noosa Heads to Hell’s Gates is one of the best short walks in Queensland. Dolphins, turtles, koalas if you’re lucky and even humpback whales in winter. Exceptional surf at Tea Tree Bay and Granite Bay. 

Hastings Street: Famous for high-end boutiques, restaurants, ice cream. Tourist-heavy but there’s a reason everyone goes. For gelato, we recommend Massimo’s 

Noosa Main Beach: Patrolled, gentle waves, north-facing so the water’s warmer than most southern Queensland beaches.

Aerial view of Noosa Heads, Queensland

Noosaville & the Noosa River

Approx 20 minute drive

Gympie Terrace: Riverfront dining strip, more laid-back than Hastings Street. We recommend Gusto, along with grabbing fish and chips at the marina.

Kayak and SUP hire: The river is calm, wide, and easy to paddle. The three-hour boat hire tour is one of our favourites.

Surfers and swimmers in the surf off an Australian beach

Sunshine Beach

Approx 20 minute drive

The Sunshine Beach Surf Club: A solid meal with a beautiful ocean view across the beach, while the nearby village has a handful of good cafes and a general store.

Nature and adventure

Sunset view across the rich forests of Tewantin National Park, Noosa Hinterland, Queensland
Tewantin National Park

Approx 20 minute drive

It’s all around us, with trails ranging from casual strolls to half-day hikes right on Alaya Verde’s doorstep. One of our favourites is an easy short walk to the Mount Tinbeerwah lookout for a 360º view stretching from the Glass House Mountains to the Cooloola Coast. 

View across the Noosa River towards Mount Cooroora at Noosa Heads, Queensland, Australia

Mount Cooroora, Pomona

Approx 26 minute drive

A steep but rewarding hike to the summit and back takes around 2.5 hours, with views taking in the entire coast. Aim for sunrise and you’ll have it to yourself.

Rider on a quad bike on a forest tour, Noosa, Queensland

Woondum National Park

Approx 20 minute drive

Not as busy as Noosa’s coastal park, with Boulder Creek’s rocks pools and cascades the main attraction.

A kayaker makes their way along the Noosa River through the Noosa Everglades, flanked by trees and plants, Sunshine Coast, Australia

Noosa Everglades: The River of Mirrors

Approx 20 minute drive

One of only two everglades systems in the world – the other is in Florida. A 60km stretch of pristine water cutting through two UNESCO reserves on the Noosa River just waiting to be explored…

Food, drink, and Hinterland towns

Lakeside trees at Cootharaba, Queensland

Boreen Point & Lake Cootharaba

Approx 11-20 minute drive

Appollonian Hotel: Country pub dating back to 1868 and just a 10-minute drive from Alaya Verde. Sunday roasts, cold beer, wide verandahs.

Lake Cootharaba: The largest lake on the Noosa River system, with safe swimming, shallow entry. Perfect for paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing.

Cooroy Mountain taken from Noosa Country Drive near Lake MacDonald, in the Sunshine Coast Region of Queensland, Australia

Cooroy

Approx 15 minute drive

Copperhead Brewery: Small-batch beers only available on-site, snacks, and full a la carte. Alaya Verde host Gina’s daughter Mikaela works front-of-house here! 

Butter Factory Arts Centre: Local art, ceramics, exhibitions, workshops, and events in a converted butter factory.

Artisan bells on sale at Eumundi markets, Noosa Hinterland, Queensland
Eumundi

Approx 22 minute drive

Artisan markets: Eumundi’s markets are famous for arts and crafts, international street food, live music, and a cool creative vibe. Held on Wednesdays and Saturdays, these are our favourites!

Exterior of the Majestic Theatre, a landmark in Pomona, Queensland
Pomona

Approx 21 minute drive

Pomona Distilling Co: Gin distilled on-site in the original Pomona Bakery building. Tastings and blending classes, plus a gourmet deli.

Pomona markets: Saturday mornings at Stan Topper Park. Local produce and arts, crafts, natural products, bric-a-brac, and live music

The Majestic Theatre: Australia’s oldest silent movie theatre, still screening films as well as hosting live events.

Day trips

The full Hinterland Loop

Cooroy → Pomona → Kin Kin → Boreen Point → Alaya Verde. Stop for gin at Pomona Distilling, a swim at Lake Cootharaba, and a beer at Copperhead Brewery. A perfect lazy day.

Coast & forest combo

Morning beach swim at Noosa Main Beach → coastal walk through Noosa National Park → lunch on Hastings Street → afternoon back beside Alaya Verde’s pool with a book. And don’t forget to book your dinner with Gina and Duncan!

Everglades expedition

Early start to Boreen Point → kayak or cruise the Everglades → lunch at the Apollonian Hotel → afternoon swim in Lake Cootharaba → sunset drive back through the forest.

Challenging mountain morning

Sunrise summit of Mount Cooroora → breakfast in Pomona → browse the Saturday markets → back to Alaya Verde for an afternoon swim.

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Perfectly placed for every kind of escape

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One of the best B&Bs in Noosa! We immersed ourselves in the tranquillity of the environment, which was perfect for dissolving our city life stress. The dinner prepared by Duncan and Gina isn’t to be missed. The scallops were so tasty and the barramundi and dessert were perfect. We enjoyed our holiday very much and we so much appreciated their attention to detail. We highly recommend Alaya Verde to everyone. We will be back!

Le Spa Massage Academy • google reviews

Amazing resort tucked away in Noosa hinterland, short drive into Noosa, great service, perfect for a couples getaway! Highly reccomend the massage, the breakfast that was included was insane! All organic and super delicious.

Cruiser43512542206 • Tripadvisor

This was a truely awesome location and a wonderful relaxing place to stay at the end of our holiday. Although it is a little bit of a drive from Noosa it is worth it. The accommodation was perfect. The pool was definitely our highlight though. Breakfast was yummy and the hosts were really lovely. Seeing all the wildlife was also exciting for us.

nic0122 • Tripadvisor

I went there for a relaxing weekend away with my partner. The views were stunning the owners were lovely, friendly and extremely helpful. Loved that there can only be two groups/couples at any given time. Out of the way but only a short drive to Noosa if you are looking for things to do. Highly recommend.

Teresa • expedia

The property is beautiful. I stayed in the Blue Room which was large and well furnished with every amenity you could wish for. I spent my days swimming lengths in the generous pool, relaxing in the hot tub, and watching the many wallabies munching on their grass. Don’t forget to book the three-course meal – the food was delicious. The treatments were also excellent.

Michael • expedia

Alaya Verde and beyond

So much to discover

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.

Boutique accommodation

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.

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42 acres to explore

The Land

From your suite, explore our regenerating subtropical land, watch the wildlife, and relax into the peace and  tranquility that makes Alaya Verde unlike anywhere else.

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Gina and Duncan

The Hosts

We are Duncan Hogg and Gina Carruthers, a husband-and-wife team who settled in the Noosa Hinterland in 1995, and know the area well. Ask us day out ideas!

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READY TO ESCAPE?

The best of the Sunshine Coast, without the crowds

Alaya Verde’s grounded luxury and subtropical grounds offer the perfect base for exploring the Noosa Hinterland and beyond. Set off knowing that after a day of discovery, you can recalibrate by immersing yourself in glorious natural beauty or simply relaxing by the pool.  

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