Sunshine Coast - Yandina (15min To Coolum Beach), Queensland
ID: 3xjjName: | Maike & Paul |
Nearest major city: | Brisbane |
Sitter required for: | 28 Jul 2025 25 Aug 202528 days |
Pet sitting required: | 1 cat |
Sitter's pets welcome: | No |
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About this house sitting position in Sunshine Coast - Yandina (15min to Coolum Beach)
Cat (Ruby) seeking loving carers while her parents are away.
Your Home Away from Home. Close to everything that makes a holiday fabulous.
Welcome to our modern, resort-style home nestled within a lush tropical garden, beautifully illuminated with uplights and fairy lights in the evening. Relax in the hammock under the shade of our olive tree or make use of the pool area, surrounded by a spacious deck with two sun lounges, which connects seamlessly to our undercover outdoor living space, featuring comfortable lounges, a dining area, water feature and a BBQ. Pick some citrus fruits or herbs (if in season). Deck lights & Pool with mood lighting. Outdoor living at its best.
Your Accommodation:
Your Bedroom: Queen bed, side-tables and lamps, mirrored double wardrobe. Resort-style bathroom and separate toilet.
House Access: Full use of the house except for our bedroom (Ruby's safe space), our ensuite, walk-in wardrobe, and my therapy room/office.
Enjoy the light-filled kitchen/dining/family room, the dedicated media room with a library (plenty of books and CDs), and laundry with a front-loader washing machine and dryer.
Amenities: Modern, well-equipped kitchen with a 90cm, 5-ring gas cooktop and electric oven, dishwasher and French-door fridge/freezer with cold water and ice dispenser. Air Fryer. Lavazza Coffee Pod Machine. Relax in the retreat-style bathroom’s large tub with its window of tropical plants. You also have a separate shower. Media room with a large screen smart TV with surround sound. Family/dining room with a large Google Smart TV. Mini Stereo/CD Player.
Comfort: Reverse-cycle heating/air-conditioning in the main living area and media room for those cooler winter evenings. The bathroom has a heat-lamp.
Convenience: Robotic vacuum cleaner for daily cleaning between weekly thorough cleans. We provide cat food for the duration of your stay.
Outdoor Maintenance: We welcome sitters who can mow the lawns, do a bit of weeding if required, and look after the pool in our absence. Mower, tools, pool equipment and chemicals supplied. Block size is 800m2. Mowing shouldn’t take more 45 minutes (front and back). In Winter, every two weeks should suffice.
Utilities: Wifi, electricity, and gas are included.
Parking: The garage will most likely be occupied by one of our cars (the second will be at the airport). The driveway will be available, and there is also off-street parking. You may use the garage for additional storage space.
Community: Our small, quiet estate has lovely neighbours who will make you feel welcome.
Location Highlights:
Yandina is located North of the Maroochydore River A charming country-style town with excellent access to the Bruce Highway, amazing beaches, and Sunshine Cost attractions.
Walk into town. Enjoy an array of dining options including an historic pub with a beer garden, an excellent Thai, a Belgian bistro, beer garden and wine bar, and various takeaways. The town also offers a post office, 15 cafes, coffee roasteries, the best butcher offering grass-fed/chemical free meat, a fresh veg and fruit market, two bakeries, an IGA supermarket, a large compound chemist, a health and wholefoods store, a family clinic, dentists, hairdressers, boutiques, galleries, bowling club, tennis courts, wellness classes, and more. Yandina is also famous for the world-renowned Spirit House Restaurant & Cooking School and the Ginger Factory. It also hosts a fantastic Saturday morning market. You might also like to visit Wappa Falls Dam and Rockpools.
If you’re into astronomy, Yandina has even has its own privately-owned Observatory.
Nambour: Just 6km away, featuring Woolworths, Coles, Aldi, and an RSL, pubs, restaurants and an array of shopping opportunities, as well as a hospital and many medical and wellness practices. Nambour is well-connected by train services, making it easy to travel to various destinations.
Here are some key connections:
1. Brisbane: Regular services run between Nambour and Brisbane, providing a convenient option for commuting or visiting the city.
2. Sunshine Coast: You can easily reach other parts of the Sunshine Coast, including popular spots like Maroochydore and Mooloolaba (bus terminal at station).
3. Long-Distance Services: Nambour is a stop for long-distance trains such as the Tilt Train and the Spirit of Queensland, which travel to destinations further north like Rockhampton and Cairns
Nearby Attractions: A golf course is only seven minutes down the road. You're also just a 20-minute drive from the stunning Coolum Beach, 15 minutes from the famous Eumundi Markets, and 25-30 minutes from Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, and Noosa beaches.
Head up the range to and explore our wonderful towns and hinterland.
Maleny: Known for its stunning views, artistic community, and delightful cafes, Maleny is a must-visit. It's about a 30-minute drive from Yandina and offers attractions like the Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World
Montville: This picturesque village is famous for its quaint shops, art galleries, and beautiful scenery. It's also around a 30-minute drive from Yandina and is perfect for a day trip
Mapleton: Just a short drive from Yandina, Mapleton offers beautiful natural attractions like Mapleton Falls National Park and various walking trails
Kenilworth: A bit further out, but still within easy reach, Kenilworth is known for its cheese factory, bakery, and scenic countryside
These towns provide a wonderful mix of natural beauty, local culture, and unique attractions, making them perfect for a leisurely drive and exploration
There are plenty parks and reserves that provide a variety of outdoor activities, from hiking and birdwatching to picnicking and enjoying the natural beauty of our region.
1. Mapleton Falls National Park: Just a short drive from Yandina, this park features stunning waterfalls and lush rainforest. The Mapleton Falls lookout offers breathtaking views of the Obi Obi Valley
2. Parklands Conservation Park: This park offers a range of trails for hiking and mountain biking, with diverse flora and fauna to enjoy
3. Mount Ninderry: A popular spot for hiking, Mount Ninderry provides panoramic views of the Sunshine Coast hinterland and coastline
4. Cooloolabin Dam: While not a national park, this area offers beautiful picnic spots and walking trails around the dam
5. Point Glorious Lookout: Located within the Mapleton National Park, this lookout offers spectacular views over the hinterland and is a great spot for a picnic
If you’re feeling excited by the prospect of discovering this beautiful part of the world, and love cats/animals, we look forward to hearing from you soon.
Past house-sitters have adored Ruby and their stay in our home and in this lovely area.
About You: Ideally, we are seeking a mature, fit couple, houseproud, reliable, clean, and tidy, to look after our home and, most importantly, our beloved tabby cat, Ruby, while we are in Europe. Ruby is shy with strangers at first but becomes very affectionate once she gets to know you. She loves tummy rubs and chin and ear scratches. Due to a past bad experience with a dog, we prefer house sitters without dogs. Ruby is an indoor/outdoor cat but generally stays within the yard. She’s getting on in years now, does sleep a lot, but still has her kitten moments with incredible bursts of energy.
Communication: As we both work, please be patient regarding a reply. We will answer as soon as possible.
We look forward to finding lovely foster parents for Ruby who will also enjoy and take care of our home!
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Notes & Disclaimers: The media room will be rearranged and upgraded with a recliner sofa. The description and the photos are otherwise up to date at this time. Slight changes may occur. Read more...
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