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Hidden at the end of a quiet no-through road and surrounded by established forest, 11 Napier Road, Cootharaba is anything but ordinary.
This remarkable longhouse-style residence has evolved over many years into a truly individual home, combining reclaimed materials, rustic craftsmanship and an extraordinary pavilion-style layout. With its separate sleeping cabins linked to the central residence by long covered walkways, the property offers an exceptional balance of togetherness, privacy and space.
All this is set within a peaceful hinterland environment, while remaining within easy reach of Noosa and approximately 20 minutes from the coast.
A home with a story
At the heart of the property is a former army barracks that has been repurposed as the main living pavilion. Throughout the home, substantial recycled timbers and structural beams give the residence a sense of permanence and character that simply cannot be replicated in a modern project build.
Materials are understood to include timbers salvaged from demolished local bridges and a century-old shearing shed, creating a home where weathered hardwood, exposed beams, timber floors and handcrafted details form part of the architecture itself.
The result is warm, substantial and completely unique.
The Main Cabin
The central longhouse forms the social heart of the property, with an expansive open-plan living and dining area beneath soaring ceilings and exposed timber beams.
A stainless-steel, commercial-style kitchen sits at the centre of the home and offers an abundance of workspace, storage and character - perfectly suited to those who genuinely enjoy cooking and entertaining.
The Main Cabin also includes:
Generous living and dining zones
Stainless-steel kitchen
Bedroom with private ensuite
Separate guest WC
Dedicated laundry
Side entertaining deck
Large front deck overlooking the surrounding grounds
From here, covered timber walkways branch out to the three additional sleeping pavilions.
South Cabin - the private master retreat
Set away from the central living areas, the South Cabin provides an impressive private retreat.
The spacious bedroom is complemented by a substantial ensuite featuring a freestanding bath, separate shower and vanity, together with a large adjoining robe/storage area and separate WC.
A private deck sits immediately outside the bedroom, while the long covered walkway back to the Main Cabin enhances the sense of separation without disconnecting the space from the rest of the home.
There is also a dedicated desk area, making this pavilion particularly well suited to anyone wanting a quiet work or study space.
East Cabin
The East Cabin provides another beautifully separated bedroom suite, opening directly onto its own substantial covered timber deck.
It includes:
Generous bedroom
Private ensuite
Walk-in shower
Timber vanity with stone basin
Direct access to a large private deck
Covered connection back to the Main Cabin
The combination of timber floors, high ceilings and extensive glazing gives this pavilion a relaxed, almost retreat-like feel.
West Cabin
Mirroring the privacy of the East Cabin while offering its own individual layout, the West Cabin includes:
Large bedroom
Private ensuite
Walk-in shower
Timber vanity
Direct deck access
Large covered outdoor area
Covered walkway connection to the Main Cabin
The separation between the sleeping areas is one of the property's defining features, giving occupants considerably more privacy than a traditional four-bedroom floorplan.
A layout unlike almost anything else
In total, the home provides four genuine bedroom zones and four bathrooms/ensuites, together with additional guest amenities and extensive indoor and outdoor living.
The pavilion arrangement makes the property particularly appealing for households wanting flexibility - whether that means older children, visiting guests, working from home, creative pursuits, or simply having genuine separation between bedrooms.
Rather than bedrooms sharing one hallway, each area feels almost like its own private retreat.
Surrounded by nature, yet close to Noosa
The property occupies a wonderfully private setting surrounded by greenery and established forest.
There is a strong sense of seclusion from the moment you arrive, with the architecture deliberately spread across the site to take advantage of the peaceful setting.
Despite that privacy, Cootharaba remains conveniently positioned for access to Noosa, Tewantin and the wider northern Sunshine Coast.
Spend the morning at home among the trees, head into Noosa for lunch, and return to a property that feels worlds away from suburban living.
Property highlights
Architecturally distinctive longhouse-style residence
Four separate bedroom zones
Four bathrooms/ensuites
Additional guest WC
Main living pavilion plus three interconnected bedroom cabins
Long covered timber walkways connecting each pavilion
Large master retreat with freestanding bath and robe/storage
Stainless-steel commercial-style kitchen
Expansive living and dining areas
Multiple covered decks and outdoor living spaces
Dedicated laundry
Work-from-home/study potential
Extensive use of reclaimed and recycled timbers
Exposed structural beams and character detailing throughout
Highly private forest setting
Quiet no-through road
Easy access to Noosa and the surrounding hinterland
Not simply a rental - a completely different way to live
Properties like this rarely become available for lease.
11 Napier Road will appeal to those who appreciate architecture, natural materials, privacy and homes with genuine individuality. It is rustic rather than conventional, character-filled rather than cookie-cutter, and its interconnected pavilion design creates an experience that photographs and floorplans can only partly con