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Secrets on the Lake

4.0 star property

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At Secrets on the Lake, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), an art gallery on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a body scrub, or a body treatment. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and fishing. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and an arcade/game room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Whistle Stop - 2 Nights

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Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Penthouse - 2 Nights

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Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Nest - 2 Nights

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Furnished balcony
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
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  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Wait A While - 2 Nights

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Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Honeymoon Tree House, Non Smoking, Lake View

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Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tree House

Luxury Tree House

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
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  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in North Maleny, Secrets on the Lake is in the mountains and on a lake. Kondalilla National Park and Egerton Nature Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Australia Zoo and Maleny Cheese. Maleny Dairies and Wildlife HQ Zoo are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our North Maleny travel guide
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207 Narrows Road, North Maleny, QLD, 4560

What's nearby

  • Lake Baroon. Truly a magical place in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland #Blue #Queensland #Australia
    Lake Baroon
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kondalilla National Park
    Kondalilla National Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Australia Zoo featuring a statue or sculpture
    Australia Zoo
    37 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Egerton Nature Refuge
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station
    29 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Maleny Hotel
    23 min drive
  • Brouhaha Brewery and Restaurant
    25 min drive
  • Finbars
    25 min drive
  • Montville Cafe Bar Grill
    13 min drive
  • Sarah's Unplugged
    24 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.

Secrets on the Lake

This smoke-free cottage features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast (local cuisine), free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, a meeting room, and laundry facilities are onsite. All 11 soundproofed accommodations feature DVD players and room service. Kitchenettes come with refrigerators and stovetops, and guests will also find upscale touches like indoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Limited housekeeping is available.
Secrets on the Lake offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 4-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with digital channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Private indoor hot tub
  • Sports massages

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Art gallery
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 11 units
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Secrets Lake House Montville
Secrets Lake Montville
Secrets Lake House North Maleny
Secrets Lake North Maleny
Secrets on the Lake North Maleny
Cottage Secrets on the Lake North Maleny
North Maleny Secrets on the Lake Cottage
Cottage Secrets on the Lake
Secrets Lake House
Secrets Lake
Secrets House North Maleny
Secrets on the Lake Cottage
Secrets on the Lake North Maleny
Secrets on the Lake Cottage North Maleny

Frequently asked questions

Is Secrets on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secrets on the Lake?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secrets on the Lake on Mar 9, 2026 start from CA $522, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Secrets on the Lake?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Secrets on the Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secrets on the Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Baroon and Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Egerton Nature Refuge and Kondalilla National Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Secrets on the Lake Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceeded our expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
the whole experience of and in secrets is truly unique. the only down side was leaving.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Keeley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m disappointed that my parents were charged for another rooms drinks and we had to wait for our bbq pack to arrive as reception believed it was for another room. This was unacceptable when secrets prides themselves on being up class accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location,views, cabins,walkways, and the incredible wood carvings were a unique artistic experience. Only one tiny annoyance…. No butter for our toast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A forest stay

Our accommodation was in a converted old railway station relocated to site. The location was fantastic. Rainforest all around with a lovely lawn area at the front. It was very private and quite, just the birds in the forest. The shower and toilet were a bit cramped but otherwise it was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is very private and relaxing ...a true escape from the everyday world.. Have been going there for years and will always return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

NMC, Sunshine Coast QLD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wonderful location. Unique and beautiful furnishings. Excellent attention to detail and happy, polite and kind service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Sandy, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful craftsmanship. Nice views of lake. Privacy. Lovely bush setting. In nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Escape from it all !

Great stay at the Whistlestop cabin. Amazing outdoor spa, truly you wake up in a secluded rainforest
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Treetop and secluded location excellent. Recommended for a couple break away
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Extremely Satisfied

What a gem of a place! We stayed in the Whistlestop cottage. It was lovely. Well appointed and spacious and a logfire was burning on our arrival - it can get a bit chilly in the rainforest at night. On Mondays the restaurant is closed but no problem as a preselected BBQ hamper was delivered to the cottage at about 6pm which we cooked this on the “barbie” area with a spa bath set up a path at the back of the cottage. It was a heavenly spot and was lovely to sit on the verandah afterwards for an after dinner glass of wine before retiring! It is a beautiful part of the world set in the rainforest and you feel as if you are the only people around. Very peaceful. This is highly recommended and we will definitely go back and were only sad that we stayed one night. We had a stroll around the rest of the property and down to the lake the next morning as we checked out . Incredibly beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, great privacy and excellent service. Nothing negative about this wonderful venue.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings and awesome staff. Loved the wood fire in mid July :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great get away with beautiful views

We had a very enjoyable stay at Secrets on the Lake. The location is amazing and the secluded cabins are beautiful with everything provided to make our stay very memorable. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome. Relaxing. Excellent attention to detail. Wonderful staff. Peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful wood work in the cabins and the secluded location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful setting and just amazing layout and rooms. Thank you Secrets
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Imogen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for romantic weekend or honeymoon

We spent 3 days here to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. We couldn’t have picked a better place, it was paradise. The treehouses are beautiful, we felt as though there was no one else around. The lake is warm and great for kayaking and swimming. The nearest trail is a few hundred metres from the entrance. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent little piece of heaven. Wonderful views with a beautiful and laid back atmosphere .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with the location. Fully recommend it to any couples looking for a relaxing and tranquil getaway. The owners and staff are very friendly and provide exceptional service. No adverse comments.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Scarborough QLD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

we had plenty of space and were impressed

we arrived and were greeted by friendly staff everything explained in detail and then shown to our accommodation. most impressed with our whistle stop ( old railway station ) accommodation everything provided for an excellent stay. well maintained area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter , Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Serenity at its best.

Secrets on the lake..... Well where to start. To sum it up in one word.... Amazing. The views are magnificent with each cabin overlooking the lake, which can also be enjoyed by going for a paddle in one of the canoe 's. We stayed in ' The Bower' each cabin has its own name. The carvings and the structural design of the cabins have obviously been created and crafted out of pure passion. My hat goes off to you all at sects on the lake. Thank you so much, we found it very difficult to leave. Montville village and it's surrounds is a must see.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

kurt, Brisbane, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel with amazing view

Amazing hotel had such a peaceful and relaxing time and everyone was so friendly wish I could of stayed linger. Will definitely come back in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Whistle Stop bliss

My wife and I could live here,our stay wasn't long enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Location for a relaxing get away.

Amazing stay in a beautiful room and location. The perfect get away for my birthday.