Title: Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=118345512&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. Family-friendly vacation home in Balmoral Ridge ## Photo gallery for Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. ![Dining - Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. (Queensland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118350000/118345600/118345512/ed436dcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. (Queensland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118350000/118345600/118345512/d134a9e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. (Queensland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118350000/118345600/118345512/ca975155.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. (Queensland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118350000/118345600/118345512/b5721d4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. (Queensland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118350000/118345600/118345512/b3c2e7c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room at Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea.. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. Escape to a serene hideaway on beautiful Balmoral Ridge, perfectly positioned between Maleny and Montville. This stylish three-bedroom home combines modern luxury with peaceful hinterland living, offering the ideal base for wedding groups, families, and those seeking a refined countryside escape. The Home • Spacious open-plan living with gas fireplace and seamless indoor/outdoor flow • Chef’s kitchen, BBQ, and expansive outdoor entertaining areas • Master suite with king bed, private patio, and modern ensuite • Second bedroom with queen bed and garden outlook • Third bedroom with queen bed • Main bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub • Separate games room with pool table, table tennis, and smart TV • Outdoor fire pit with stunning coastal views • Double carport + ample parking Location Just minutes from Montville and Maleny’s famed cafes, boutiques, galleries, walking trails, waterfalls, and wedding venues. Explore rainforest hikes, scenic lookouts, local markets, and the region’s vibrant arts and food scene. A private, peaceful retreat with modern comfort and breathtaking views — the perfect place to experience the best of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Table tennis ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112816200/112816159/ba0fe734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Avenue at Montville (House) Montville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=112816159&PinnedHotelID=112816159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110140000/110130900/110130807/b4f90894.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bellbird Rise Off-Grid Cottage Conondale - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=110130807&PinnedHotelID=110130807&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93390000/93387200/93387130/3cdb9c02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Pumicestone Cottage - Beach Charm - ZA7 Golden Beach - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews CA $162 CA $355 total includes taxes & fees Feb 8 - Feb 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=93387130&PinnedHotelID=93387130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105550000/105547400/105547398/290295a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gardners Ridge Estate Maleny - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=105547398&PinnedHotelID=105547398&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111820000/111815300/111815234/d4955bea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Waterfront Retreat: Pet friendly Canal Home with Jetty on Bribie Island! 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No parties, events or unapproved guests. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as alora-holiday-homes-698-MALENY-MONTVILLE-RD ## About the area Balmoral Ridge is home to this vacation home. Dilkusha Nature Refuge and Bariya Nature Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Australia Zoo and Maleny Cheese. Traveling with kids? Consider Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World and Big Kart Track. [Visit our Balmoral Ridge travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Balmoral-Ridge.dx6342503) [View more Vacation homes in Balmoral Ridge](https://www.expedia.ca/Balmoral-Ridge-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6342503-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-26.74360%2C152.89006&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=V95NLQ49juhbfhCcEzMs7BBZszQ=) Queensland, Queensland ### What's nearby - ![Australia Zoo featuring a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086989/026cfd25-eab0-49c4-ab48-6d36197c221f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Australia Zoo 15 min drive \- 20.1 km - ![Mooloolaba featuring views, landscape views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345622/58c7862b-c6e5-462f-95d0-cf99981bf8d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mooloolaba Esplanade 34 min drive \- 37.5 km - Dilkusha Nature Refuge 12 min walk \- 1.1 km - Bariya Nature Refuge 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Gerrards Lookout 3 min drive \- 2.7 km ### Getting around - Landsborough Station 16 min drive - Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) 34 min drive ### Restaurants - Maleny Hotel 7 min drive - Brouhaha Brewery and Restaurant 8 min drive - Finbars 8 min drive - Capriccio's Italian Restaurant 7 min drive - Montville Cafe Bar Grill 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea.? ### What time is check-out at Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea.? ### Where is Carra Cottage - Luxury Hillside Sanctuary With Stunning Views To The Sea. located? ## Have a question? 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