A tree change beckons at this heritage boutique hotel for sale in the Sunshine Coast hinterland
If you’ve ever found yourself dreaming of escaping to a picturesque country town to run a charming boutique hotel, Maleny is calling.
Set amid dairy country, high in the Blackall Range and overlooking rolling valleys and pockets of rainforest, the old timber town is straight from the front of a chocolate box.
Minutes from the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve and half an hour from the Glass House Mountains, Maleny plays host to birdwatchers, hikers and those escaping the bustle of the city.
Arts and crafts galleries dot the main road, Maple Street, alongside cafes and restaurants selling the fresh produce and artisanal foods the Sunshine Coast Hinterland has become known for.
And just a little bit further along Maple Street sits Maleny Lodge.
The 1905 heritage house, originally called Rosedale, was renovated in 2022 and has provided lodgings ever since. Now offered on a “walk in, walk out” basis, the seven-room boutique hotel is exclusively presented by Colliers International.
“Maleny Lodge, an historic property dating back to 1905, underwent an extensive renovation in 2022, seamlessly blending heritage charm with modern luxury,” explains representing agent Johnny Gooderham.
“The boutique accommodation features seven elegantly appointed rooms, available for individual stays or as an exclusive group booking for up to 14 guests. Situated in the heart of Maleny — a renowned wedding destination — the property is currently operated under management.”
Maleny Lodge consists of the main house, Rosedale, and four two-bedroom guest rooms, each with a king-sized bed, ensuite and free-standing bath. Rosedale is the original part of the house and offers three bedrooms – one king-sized, two queen-sized – and a fully equipped kitchen and dining room.
Behind the accommodation, bordered by perfectly manicured hedges and lush lawn, sits a magnesium swimming pool, fire pit and native woodlands. Set on a 2,582sqm lot, the Lodge also offers scope to upsize and expand, subject to council approvals.Ninety0 kilometres north of Brisbane and less than an hour from Sunshine Coast Airport, Maleny was named the second Most Welcoming Town in Australia in the 2025 Traveller Review Awards.
With a population of just under 4000 people, Maleny punches far above its weight as a wedding destination, home to more than a dozen wedding venues and playing host to the Winter Wedding Festival.
