NOOSA NORTH SHORE RETREAT DINING AND EXPERIENCES

Dining and Drinks

Set amidst a stunning backdrop of natural beauty, Noosa North Shore Retreat strikes the perfect balance of convenient facilities and action-packed activities. With dining, drinks and your morning coffee fix available onsite, wildlife encounters around every corner, and endless opportunities for adventure on your doorstep, we serve up all the ingredients for creating a nature escape the whole family can enjoy.

Don’t feel like cooking? We’ve got you covered! Our Restaurant and Bar is situated at the heart of Noosa North Shore Retreat, offering delicious chef-prepared meals accompanied by refreshing beverages served in the indoor dining room or out on the deck. The junior family members are well catered for too, with a dedicated kids menu, and kids play area and jumping pillow adjacent to the restaurant. Let the littlies burn off excess energy while you sit back, relax and enjoy your drink. Our restaurant is also well-suited to large group bookings and birthday celebrations, making it the perfect venue for memorable gatherings. And with your accommodation within walking distance, you won’t even need to worry about a designated driver. Our restaurant is generally open Fridays and Saturdays 11am to 8pm and Sundays from 11am-3pm. Food is served from 12 pm onwards. During School Holidays it is open 7 days a week.

Need ice for your esky, fresh bread and milk or a Barista coffee to kickstart your day’s adventures? We have a handy One-Stop-Shop for all your everyday essentials. Our convenience store and café stocks fishing gear, bait, camping supplies, chef-prepared frozen meals and quick take-away snacks to ensure your all set and fuelled for fun. Our bottle shop carries a wide selection of your favourite drinks, so you won’t have to venture far to refill the esky or fridge.

When it comes to dining and drinks, everything you need is right here at Noosa North Shore Retreat.

On-site Adventures

If you’re the kind of person that’s always up for an adventure, or you have active kids who can’t seem to sit still, our host of onsite activities are sure to be a highlight of your stay.

Gather a group of friends and get set for some adrenaline-charged action as you test your skills in the laser tag arena. Who can take out the competition in this family-friendly game of speed and stealth? Please note, bookings for laser tag are essential.

If strength and agility are more your thing, hone your skills at Cooloola Cave - our new indoor bouldering gym. This supervised activity is safe for all ages and presents challenging climbs that leave you with a lingering sense of accomplishment.

Prefer your adventures served fast and furious? Our onsite mountain bike track is sure to deliver the thrill-factor you’re chasing. Suitable for everyone from beginners to those seeking a challenge, our track leads along the outskirts of the Cooloola Recreation Area of the Great Sandy National Park, offering an exhilarating natural rush. Mountain bikes rentals are available at reception.

For those who seek a slower pace, why not tee off for a round of miniature golf on our 18 holes onsite course? Our tiny greens pack a punch of big fun for the whole family. And our littlest holidaymakers will have a ball bouncing for hours on our jumping pillow, or engaging their imagination in our dedicated kids play area, with soft sand for parental peace of mind.

Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or simply looking for ways to unwind, our range of onsite activities has something to suit your preferred pace.

Wildlife Encounters, Beach and Beyond

Located alongside Great Sandy National Park and just 3 minutes’ drive from the beautiful beaches of Noosa North Shore, our retreat is the perfect launching point for nature-based adventures in the great outdoors.

Enjoy close-up authentic encounters with iconic Aussie wildlife who call Noosa North Shore home. This natural paradise is a haven for kangaroos, goannas and an abundance of birdlife. Nearby, the pristine ocean waters offer refuge to majestic marine life like turtles and dolphins, and our beaches offer a great vantage point for viewing migrating whales in the winter season.

Rent a surfboard from reception and experience the exhilaration of riding the waves of the pristine Pacific Ocean. Or bring your own bodyboard and ride the swell to your heart’s content. With relatively warm water temperatures year-round, it’s always a good time to take the plunge!

Take a stroll along the beach with your furry friend. Noosa North Shore beach has dedicated, dog-friendly sections for on-leash walks beside the water.

Eager anglers are in for a treat. Noosa North Shore offers some exceptional ocean and lake fishing spots, where you can cast away your worries and relish nature’s bounty. Forgot the tackle? No worries! Our onsite shop stocks all the essentials to help you reel in a big one!

If you prefer calm waters, rent a stand-up paddleboard and enjoy quiet moments of reflection as you glide across the shallows of nearby Lake Cooroibah. Allow the quiet tranquillity to soothe your soul, as you paddle and ponder the simple pleasures of life.

Great Sandy National Park

Perched on the edge of the Cooloola Recreation Area of the Great Sandy National Park, Noosa North Shore Retreat offers unparallelled opportunities for immersion in the splendour of nature.

The Cooloola Great Walk commences right at the retreat, offering avid hikers and casual wanderers an insight into the magnificent natural wonders of the Great Sandy National Park – consisting of over two thousand square kilometres of protected paradise. The challenging and highly rewarding Cooloola Great Walk is a multi-day hike extending 102 kilometres one way, traversing massive sand hills, hidden rainforests and fields ablaze with blooming wildflowers. Those looking for something less strenuous can take a leisurely stroll along the Walk’s early sections, to experience a taste of the park’s abundant natural beauty. Please contact the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for permits or see our friendly staff at reception to book on your behalf.

If you have access to a four-wheel-drive vehicle, pick up a beach permit and head north from the retreat on a sixty-kilometre-long stretch of sandy highway. Call in at Double Island Point for a short hike to a historic lighthouse, to learn some history and take in the breathtaking panoramic views over the ocean, where dolphins often play just offshore. Take a dip in the natural beachfront lagoon, or dive into the white-capped waves. Time the tides right and continue north past the towering, coloured sand cliffs of Rainbow Beach, to Inskip Point, where you can catch the barge to the world’s largest sand island. Fraser Island (traditionally known as K’Gari) is steeped in history and adventure, and is heaven for four-wheel-driving enthusiasts.

If you’re after something a little more refined, Noosa is just a short ferry ride away, with its boutique shopping, fine dining and sophisticated style.

Noosa North Shore Retreat is your ideal escape for relaxation and adventure in the heart of natural paradise!

Accessibility

At Noosa North Shore Retreat, we strive to create family-friendly experiences that cater for a range of ages and abilities.

Our restaurant chef can cater for various dietary needs upon request, including gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan alternatives so everyone can enjoy their meal out. Please speak to our friendly wait staff to discuss your dietary requirements.

If you’re travelling with an assistance animal, please note that domestic dogs are permitted in the outdoor deck area or the retreat’s restaurant and bar.

Our extensive range of onsite activities all offer differing levels of accessibility, depending on your individual requirements. Please chat to our friendly team to discuss the accessibility of onsite activities with respect to your individual needs.

The Cooloola Great Walk is rated a Grade 4 hiking track, considered suitable for experienced hikers. It has very steep inclines, few facilities and limited directional signage as it progresses. Please consider these factors before heading out on the trail, taking into account your own physical fitness and abilities.

The best way to explore the Cooloola Recreation Area of the Great Sandy National Park is on foot or via four-wheel-drive. Conventional vehicle access is limited beyond the bitumen road which leads to Noosa North Shore Retreat. Cooloola beach and inland tracks ar``e rough and suitable for high clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles only. To access these tracks, you’ll require a Queensland National Parks Vehicle Access Permit, available online from the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. Take care when planning your beach driving experience, as ongoing erosion and tidal conditions may impede travel.