Whispering Valley Cottage Retreat Maleny Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Queensland
Secluded cabins with hot tubs, fireplaces and mountain views near Maleny, from $210 a night.
At a glance
- Price
- $$
- Per night
- $210–$230 / night
- Pets
- No
- Off-grid
- No
- Hot tub
- Yes
- Book on
- The Booking Button
- Price
- Moderate
Whispering Valley sits on Rose Gum Lane in Maleny, in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, a cluster of secluded cottages set among trees with views over the surrounding valley. The property offers three styles of cabin: one-bedroom Hideaway Cottages for adults only, two-bedroom Tree Haven Cottages suited to couples or families, and the Bush Pavilion, a two-bedroom cottage with air conditioning and a standalone bath. Each has a private deck facing the hills.
Inside, most cottages are built around a mezzanine layout with a king bed upstairs, a log fireplace and a spa bath, aside from the Sally Wattle Hideaway Cottage, which has a walk-in double shower instead. A hot tub is available on site, and the setting favours quiet mornings and birdsong over constant connectivity.
Base rates cover accommodation only, with nightly prices starting around $210 and running up to $230 depending on the cottage chosen; package deals that bundle in extras are listed separately on the website for special occasions. Bookings run through the Booking Button on the Whispering Valley site, or by calling ahead for longer stays. Reception and enquiries operate daily from 8am to 6pm. Pets are not permitted, and the cottages aren't set up as off-grid stays, though the secluded setting still feels far from town. Maleny itself, a short drive away, has galleries, music and organic cafes for anyone wanting to venture out between quiet stretches at the cottage.
Good to know
- How do I book a stay at Whispering Valley?
- Bookings are made through the Booking Button on the Whispering Valley website; for longer stays, call 0400 732 573 directly.
- What's included in the nightly rate?
- Base rates cover accommodation only, starting at $210 a night and running up to $230 depending on the cottage; special packages with extras are listed separately.
- Are pets allowed?
- No, pets are not permitted at the property.
- Which cottages suit couples versus families?
- The one-bedroom Hideaway Cottages are adults-only, while the two-bedroom Tree Haven Cottages and the Bush Pavilion suit both couples and families.
- Is there a hot tub?
- Yes, a hot tub is available on site; check with the property whether it's private to each cottage or shared.
Details checked October 2, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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