Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Buddina vacation home, you'll find Buddina Beach and Point Cartwright. Point Cartwright Lighthouse and Kawana Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Mooloolaba Esplanade - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Landsborough Station - 23 min drive
Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Little Miss Saine - 5 min walk
Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club - 7 min drive
The Savvy Squire - 8 min drive
Flo's Crêperie - 8 min drive
Inca Bar - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lovely Waterfront Beach House, Pet-Friendly
Welcome to "Sea La Vie" (the sea life), with its tranquil, sweeping views of the fishing and sail boats drifting along the Mooloolah River. Step out your front door, cross the quiet esplanade, & within seconds you’ll be at the kids playground or the boat ramp jetty. Within minutes you’ll be at the idyllic swimming coves near the river mouth, or the wide expanse of Kawana surf beach, or the Point Cartwright lighthouse with views from Bribie to Noosa. Within days you'll be planning to come back.
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No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
STRICTLY NO SMOKING ANYWHERE ON THIS PROPERTY.
Smoking is NOT permitted, inside or outside.
NO PARTIES. NO LOUD MUSIC.
This is a residential area,our neighbours live in close proximity, please respect this by keeping noise down after 8.00pm.
Pets allowed inside, downstairs only. Pets not allowed on any furniture.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Leigh T.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at this lovely beach house
The home was clean, welcoming and very well stocked with everything from pantry items to plenty of towels, board games, outdoor chairs etc. The beds were super comfortable. Communication and information was great. Location was perfect, out the front door and across the street to the park and scenic walking paths overlooking the seaway. We brought our two small dogs along and they loved it as much as we did. Highly recommend for a peaceful and comfortable getaway.
Leigh T.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Susan D.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Sea La Vie
We enjoyed the location and the house was well equipped with everything we needed for our short break. We also found the property owner very helpful and easy to deal with.
Susan D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
Mar 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome accommodation!!!
This property was great. The location is excellent - you can get to wherever you want quickly and easily. The river is just across the road so great to go for walks or grab a line and spend a few lazy hours fishing.Would recommend this property and we will definitely stay here again!
Paul M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Helen S.
Feb 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
40th Wedding Anniversary Family Long Weekend
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, enjoyed the park area across the road and with the Ferry stop directly across the road as well we left the cars at home and enjoyed our ferry rides to and from locations.
Helen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ian P.
Feb 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family retreat
Excellent for large family Great spot
Ian P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl C.
Dec 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable and Relaxing
We have a wonderful 5 days staying here. The home is comfortable and has everything you need for a relaxing stay. We just wanted to relax and this was perfect for sitting and watching the world go by. The local cafe is great and we were made to feel very welcome like locals. Even though it was Christmas holidays it wasn't as busy as the rest of the coast. A true gem and we have already booked our next holiday here.
Cheryl C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ronda S.
Nov 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Queensland Beach Holiday
Traveling from the USA, we wanted to have a beach holiday with our son who lives in Brisbane. I found this house online, and thought it sounded great. Let me tell you- we were not a bit disappointed. It’s a lovely home, very close to the beach, coffee shops, and shopping. The house is immaculate and well appointed, the beds are comfie, the showers are wonderful. I could go on.. Suffice it to say we’ll be back! Thanks Hue!
Ronda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robyn L., Brisbane Australia
Nov 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Great location and would definitely stay here again
Robyn L.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dominic G.
Oct 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location Buddina beach house
Stayed for one week with family and dog. Great location and although the house is older, everything was clean and well looked after. Great communication and information from the host. Thank you
Dominic G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Grant S.
Sep 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Magic stay
The property was terrific, with all needs cared for. The location is terrific. The owners were wonderful and terrific to talk to. Very friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Grant S.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kate F.
Jul 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location… everything you need in a holiday!
A++ stay! Can’t rate it high enough. Fantastic location, close to great cafes, parkland, beaches and coastal walks. The view from your lounge room of the harbour and the passing fishing trawlers is spectacular. Our Border Collie puppy loved the local dog off leash beaches mere minutes walk away. The hosts have thought of everything. Thank you.
Kate F.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jodie M.
Jun 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Holiday Home
This is the second time we have stayed here and we love it! Excellent location and the home is perfect for our family needs.
Jodie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jodie M.
Apr 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Holiday Home
Amazing home with the perfect location! We will be back.
Jodie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Penny M.
Dec 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect!
We spent one week here over Christmas and really felt at home. Our hosts the Holme family made us feel welcome with a generous basket of treats for our family including the four-legged ones. The location doesn't get much better and we are already looking at dates for our return visit. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Penny M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie T.
Dec 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Would definitely book this property again. Perfect location. A little corner of paradise. We paddled, surfed, swam, walked the dogs and had great coffee at the local cafe. House is nicely decorated and everything you need supplied - all the smallest details thought of.
Host was very easy to liaise with and very accommodating. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Julie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Angela R.
Oct 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful stay
Wonderful location, house is clean, welcoming and fully equipped. Would stay here again.
Angela R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela L.
Aug 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Sea La Vie Awesome
My family came to stay from South Australia to celebrate my 50th Birthday at this property, in this awesome location of LaBalsa. The house layout was exactly what we required for a comfortable stay with my family with the amazing setting of the river the house offers. The host Hue was extremely abliging and lovely to interact with and gave us a tour via phone of the home prior to visiting and her communication was exceptional with answering her phone first time every time.
The house was spotless and had all kitchen and bathroom supplies ready to go, all appliances were modern and in perfect working order. Comfortable beds and lovely linen, nothing was amiss.
As for location, well, it doesn't get any better than this ANYWHERE, my family loved it. We chartered a sail boat for 20 persons that picked us up right across from the house to go whale watching and it didn't disappoint.
Thank you so much Hue for an amazing stay and we can certainly recommend to others, it won't disappiont. AMAZING
Angela L.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rohan M.
Jul 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We really enjoyed our stay. Having the water right across the road with walking tracks to the beach was fantastic and my dog really enjoyed being able to swim and play on the the beach and in the river
Rohan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Geoffrey S., Arlington, MA USA
Apr 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside Haven
A 1980s property which has been meticulously maintained and is very well equipped. The house exudes an intangible air of restorative energy that meant we were "at home" as soon as we arrived. We cooked dinner twice and found many condiments already in the larder. River and beach walks right at the door. Highly recommended.
Geoffrey S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Apr 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
was a great location.
was a great location close to everything loved it, next time I will ask for key to the gates so we could lock the pets in back yard when we went out to dinner. overall we all enjoyed our time here.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Fiona W.
Feb 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean comfortable and amazing location
Great house and a very accomodating host. We will be back
Fiona W.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emma P.
Jan 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Super comfortable & fantastic location
We booked this accommodation at the last minute and it exceeded our expectations. It's a classic brick house and very comfortable inside. Plenty of spots to sit, chat and share a meal. Great details - quality sheets and towels, cooking gear, fabulous board games and books. Best of all is the location. Buddina has a relaxed atmosphere and with this house, it's all immediately outside the front door. The river is a couple of steps away with paths for walking, playgrounds, BBQs with a view, cafes and shops. Best of all is the "beach" in the river, ocean view from the point and tracks through the reserve. We took our dog on the trip and he went most places with us. It comfortably slept four adults and two children. Can highly recommend a stay here.