Doonan: Prices have increased 73 per cent at this dreamy Noosa 'burb

In the gentle embrace of Noosa Valley’s hinterland and a mere whisper from the coast lies the serene suburb of Doonan.

Here, residents are treated to nature’s daily spectacle of sunsets over hill country and evenings lit with crackling fires and fireflies.

It’s where the allure of Noosa’s bustling energy meets the tranquillity of acreage living; the sublime equilibrium of subtropical warmth and just enough winter chill to indulge in cosy evenings.

And, as for those ever-so-rare moments when the wanderlust hits, Brisbane Airport is a little over an hour’s drive away.

Doonan’s private paradise

Doonan is the type of place that draws a diverse crowd, from space-seeking families to remote-working professionals.

David Berns Real Estate principal David Berns says an invigorating influx of young families has breathed new life into the community.

“Whether hailing from interstate, abroad or other corners of Queensland, everyone is captivated by Doonan’s blend of rural landscapes, larger acreages and an undisturbed sense of peace,” he says.

“Each property here possesses a unique character, contributing to a market that remains tightly held and ever-popular.”

Berns has facilitated the sale of many exquisite Doonan properties, many of which have been architectural gems poised on vast lands and granting panoramic vistas of the hinterland and coast.

The latest Domain House Price Report puts the area’s median house price at $1.7 million – an astonishing 73.5 per cent hike over five years.

“While Noosa’s attractions – its shores, dining scene and renowned river – are always within reach, Doonan residents cherish the comfort of retreating home to their personal paradise,” Berns says.

“Locally, there’s an expanding array of attractions, such as The Doonan, a newly opened garden-centric venue, and the luxury Ikatan Day Spa.”

City life to garden delights

Doonan’s allure was irresistible for Sarah Hansen and her husband David, proprietors of the Doonan Valley Garden Centre and landscaping supplies store The Yard.

The couple, once Sydney-based corporate professionals, shifted gears in 2020 to embrace this verdant venture.

“Mornings here can begin with kangaroos frolicking on our front lawn, devoid of another house in sight,” Sarah says, “and within a brief 20-minute journey, we could swim at one of Australia’s best beaches.

“It just ticks all the boxes from climate to lifestyle [and] accessibility to cherished spots like world-class restaurants, all without the city clamour.”

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Seemingly floating high above Noosa, this architectural jewel is immersed in breathtaking hinterland and ocean vistas. Inside, versatile open-plan spaces flaunt floor-to-ceiling windows and a suspended fireplace. Outside are scenic decks, a plunge pool and tranquil gardens.