Exploring the Glass House Mountains and Surrounds
Food Scene
Flaxton Gardens is the most beautiful setting high in the ranges overlooking the Glass House Mountains, all the way down to the coast. I would highly recommend going there either for morning or afternoon tea or dinner.
25 locals recommend
Flaxton Gardens
313-327 Flaxton DrFlaxton Gardens is the most beautiful setting high in the ranges overlooking the Glass House Mountains, all the way down to the coast. I would highly recommend going there either for morning or afternoon tea or dinner.
Take a breathtaking, scenic drive further into the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and discover the beautiful wood carvings, scenic views over Lake Baroon and delicious food offered at Secrets on the Lake.
42 locals recommend
Secrets on the Lake
207 Narrows RdTake a breathtaking, scenic drive further into the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and discover the beautiful wood carvings, scenic views over Lake Baroon and delicious food offered at Secrets on the Lake.
The Lookout Cafe is situated on the road which takes you up to the Glass House Mountains Lookout. It is a definite favourite among the locals for coffee, breakfast or lunch - we highly recommend it.
20 locals recommend
Glasshouse Mountains Lookout Cafe
182 Glass House Woodford RdThe Lookout Cafe is situated on the road which takes you up to the Glass House Mountains Lookout. It is a definite favourite among the locals for coffee, breakfast or lunch - we highly recommend it.
The Beerwah Hotel is our local favourite for a meal out. It is child friendly and has an extensive menu to suite most palates including gluten free.
20 locals recommend
Beerwah Hotel
53 Beerwah ParadeThe Beerwah Hotel is our local favourite for a meal out. It is child friendly and has an extensive menu to suite most palates including gluten free.
A local favourite for Coffee, cake or lunch. Situated on the main street of Beerwah.
12 locals recommend
VIANTA Espresso & Wine Bar
70 Simpson StA local favourite for Coffee, cake or lunch. Situated on the main street of Beerwah.
Beautiful views, lovely coffee and cake and a scenic drive up the range from Glass House Mountains.
24 locals recommend
Poets Cafe
167 Main StBeautiful views, lovely coffee and cake and a scenic drive up the range from Glass House Mountains.
If you would like to spoil yourself with something special, we would highly recommend The Terrace of Maleny.
30 locals recommend
The Terrace of Maleny
3 Mountain View RdIf you would like to spoil yourself with something special, we would highly recommend The Terrace of Maleny.
Parks & Nature
Relax in the park or take a walk through the rainforest and enjoy the magnificent views and scenery.
239 locals recommend
Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
148 Mountain View RdRelax in the park or take a walk through the rainforest and enjoy the magnificent views and scenery.
The most beautiful views of the Glass House Mountains can be enjoyed from up here. There are barbecue and picnic facilities available. There is a scenic walking trail from The Lookout which I would certainly recommend too.
24 locals recommend
Glass House Mountains Lookout
Glass House Woodford RoadThe most beautiful views of the Glass House Mountains can be enjoyed from up here. There are barbecue and picnic facilities available. There is a scenic walking trail from The Lookout which I would certainly recommend too.
It is a fairly steep walk up to the Wild Horse Mountain Lookout, but you will be rewarded for your efforts with spectacular views and wild horses are often spotted in this area too. Highly recommend this walk.
8 locals recommend
Wild Horse Mountain Scenic Lookout
Glass House Mountains RoadIt is a fairly steep walk up to the Wild Horse Mountain Lookout, but you will be rewarded for your efforts with spectacular views and wild horses are often spotted in this area too. Highly recommend this walk.
There are some beautiful walking tracks around the base of Mt Tibrogargan which I would highly recommend. The summit is for experienced climbers. I would pop into our local Glass House Mountains Information Centre to find out which walks would best suite you.
13 locals recommend
Mt Tibrogargan summit
There are some beautiful walking tracks around the base of Mt Tibrogargan which I would highly recommend. The summit is for experienced climbers. I would pop into our local Glass House Mountains Information Centre to find out which walks would best suite you.
A beautiful and scenic walking trail (within easy walking distance of the guest house). You will be rewarded with the most amazing views of the Glass House Mountains area when you reach the top! I would definitely recommend this walk to guests.
12 locals recommend
Mt Ngungun
Fullertons RoadA beautiful and scenic walking trail (within easy walking distance of the guest house). You will be rewarded with the most amazing views of the Glass House Mountains area when you reach the top! I would definitely recommend this walk to guests.
A local favourite for a short walk to see the beautiful Gardners Falls. In the warmer months it is a beautiful place for a cool, refreshing swim.
108 locals recommend
Gardners Falls
Obi Lane SouthA local favourite for a short walk to see the beautiful Gardners Falls. In the warmer months it is a beautiful place for a cool, refreshing swim.
Kondalilla Falls Circuit - Kondalilla Falls (80m) is one of the most spectacular and accessible falls on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Please visit our local Information Centre in Glass House Mountains for further details.
174 locals recommend
Kondalilla National Park
Kondalilla Falls RoadKondalilla Falls Circuit - Kondalilla Falls (80m) is one of the most spectacular and accessible falls on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Please visit our local Information Centre in Glass House Mountains for further details.
Starting at the iconic Noosa Heads Main Beach, this walk begins with a striking beach landscape located right on the bustling Hasting St precinct. Grab a coffee or something to eat from one of the many specialty cafes and restaurants before approaching the Noosa National Park.
The first section of the walk takes in the main beach and then around the headland along a wide custom built boardwalk. Several beach access points such as Little Cove, Boiling Pot or Tea Tree are perfect for a quick swim, picnic or selfie!
Wander through the Noosa National Park and admire the tea trees, palms and eucalypt canopy. Keen observers may even spot a sleeping koala!
Hell’s Gates is approximately 60 minutes’ walk and rewards walkers with 270-degree views across the coast. The pinnacle of the coastal walk, Hell’s Gates is perfect for viewing local wildlife such as Ospreys and pods of dolphins playing in the waves.
840 locals recommend
Noosa National Park Carpark
60-62 Park RdStarting at the iconic Noosa Heads Main Beach, this walk begins with a striking beach landscape located right on the bustling Hasting St precinct. Grab a coffee or something to eat from one of the many specialty cafes and restaurants before approaching the Noosa National Park.
The first section of the walk takes in the main beach and then around the headland along a wide custom built boardwalk. Several beach access points such as Little Cove, Boiling Pot or Tea Tree are perfect for a quick swim, picnic or selfie!
Wander through the Noosa National Park and admire the tea trees, palms and eucalypt canopy. Keen observers may even spot a sleeping koala!
Hell’s Gates is approximately 60 minutes’ walk and rewards walkers with 270-degree views across the coast. The pinnacle of the coastal walk, Hell’s Gates is perfect for viewing local wildlife such as Ospreys and pods of dolphins playing in the waves.
Arts & Culture
The oldest house in the Glass House Mountains (you will have to book in advance as they are not open every day), but this property if filled with the charm and history of our local area.
6 locals recommend
Bankfoot House Heritage Precinct
1998 Old Gympie RdThe oldest house in the Glass House Mountains (you will have to book in advance as they are not open every day), but this property if filled with the charm and history of our local area.
A hidden little gem where you could take the kids fossicking for semi-precious stones.
10 locals recommend
Opals Down Under
11 Ballantyne CtA hidden little gem where you could take the kids fossicking for semi-precious stones.
Essentials
IGA
38 Simpson StWoolworths Beerwah
5 Peachester RdALDI Beerwah
78 Simpson StOur local butcher is highly recommended for good quality meat and he even makes our traditional South African Boerewors! They also stock "Glasshouse Apiaries Pure Australian Honey" which is a local favourite of ours.
Glasshouse Country Kitchen
5 Bruce ParadeOur local butcher is highly recommended for good quality meat and he even makes our traditional South African Boerewors! They also stock "Glasshouse Apiaries Pure Australian Honey" which is a local favourite of ours.
Must See when visiting The Glass House Mountains
This has to be the best Zoo in the world and made famous by Steve Irwin! It is a must see if you are visiting the area. We could not recommend Australia Zoo highly enough - whether you are an adult or a child, prepare to be amazed!
Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to spend an entire day exploring this magnificent world famous landmark.
867 locals recommend
Australia Zoo
This has to be the best Zoo in the world and made famous by Steve Irwin! It is a must see if you are visiting the area. We could not recommend Australia Zoo highly enough - whether you are an adult or a child, prepare to be amazed!
Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to spend an entire day exploring this magnificent world famous landmark.