FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT: Your Noosa Elopement & Micro Wedding Options
Planning an elopement in Noosa? You're in for a treat! With its breathtaking views, stunning beaches, and luxurious accommodations, Noosa offers a variety of elopement options to make your special day unforgettable. Here's a guide to some of the best locations and packages available with Super Simple Noosa Elopements:
Super Simple Noosa Elopements offers relaxed and affordable wedding packages, making your day simple for you and for us. We have a variety of ceremony locations in the Noosa Shire, featured on our Instagram highlights @supersimplenoosaelopements
YOUR SUPER SIMPLE NOOSA WEDDING DAY
Before reading any further, here is a simple way to keep your day, well… Super Simple… If you are looking for those gorgeous Golden Hour photos on Noosa’s Rock Wall, we recommend Noosa Main Beach West Access 14/15 for ceremony, with dinner to follow (walking distance) at Seasons Restaurant in Hastings Street. Choose your accommodation - perhaps Seahaven Resort with views across the ocean. If it’s just the 2 of you, then simply book your accommodation, choose a package, and I will meet you the day before the wedding to choose your perfect Noosa location and confirm details of your day… OTHERWISE… get yourself a glass of wine… put aside a couple of hours, and do a little research…Read on for further options…
Photos on Noosa Main Beach, and Noosa Rock Wall
Noosa Ceremony Location Options
Photos below show Noosa Main Beach West Beach access 14/15
BEACH SITES
ACCESS 14/15: With views across Laguna Bay, Noosa Main Beach West.
ACCESS 12 OR 13: Sand under foot with stunning views across Noosa Main Beach West. Full sun, so late afternoon recommended
NOOSA BOARDWALK GROVES: Laguna Grove, Hidden Grove, Casuarina Gardens & Maison La Plage Grove all have views across Laguna Bay, Noosa Main Beach.
If you are booking styling/arbour/furniture you will require a council permit. As at 1st January 2025: Council permit costs: A non-refundable fee of $651 (GST free) is payable for Noosa Main Beach Foreshore - 3 hour permit (comprising Maison la Plage, Seahaven Grove, Sandcastles Grove, Casuarina Gardens, Hidden Grove and Laguna Grove only).
All other locations - 2 hour permit (which also includes Little Cove, First Point, Beach Access 11 and 14 and Noosa Woods) will incur a non-refundable fee of $275 (GST free). NOOSA COUNCIL WEDDING PERMITS
Photos Below show the Noosa Groves, Access 11, Access 12, Noosa River Entrance and Little Cove Beach
Noosa River Entrance, Little Cove and Little Cove Deck – River Entrance and Little Cove beach are subject to tides. No car parking at Little Cove so drop off or park and walk only (or 10 minute walk from Hastings Street if staying in Hastings Street)
Sunrise Beach, Peregian Beach: Open beach foreshore – on the sand dunes. Very natural beach vibe (not recommended for September / October due to onshore winds)
Noosa Woods Bay: A serene spot for a picturesque ceremony, with boats and Bay for backdrop, followed by photos on Noosa Main Beach.
Noosa Woods Park: An open space with Jetty for Ferry Transport with boats and bay for backdrop
Photos below show Little Cove Deck, Noosa Woods Bay, Sunrise Beach, Noosa Woods Park
SOME NOOSA HIDDEN GEMS
Doggy Beach (We call it ‘Sunset Cove’) If you don’t mind a few fur babies running around, with the sunset across the Noosa River, then this might appeal to you. OR between the Noosa River Entrance and the Doggy Beach, there are a couple of Fishing Decks, which look pretty amazing dressed up for a wedding. NOOSA NATIONAL PARK at the end of Park Road, Noosa Heads offers a few lovely options. Ceremony at the National Park Entrance, or Tea Tree Bay. Laguna Lookout at the top of Noosa Hill has spectacular views. Limited parking and lighting is not a favourite with photographers.
Photos below show Noosa Doggy Beach (Sunset Cove), River Entrance Fishing Deck, Noosa National Park and Laguna Lookout
Noosa Botanic Gardens
A private and picturesque location overlooking Lake Macdonald, a 30-minute drive from Hastings Street. Parking and private transport options are available. Beautiful photo options. LOVE THIS LOCATION .
CULGOA POINT RESORT
This resort offers a package with a private beachfront ceremony and access to nearby restaurants such as Ricky's River Bar and Rock Salt. There is a minimum spend on accommodation and a maximum guest limit. No council permit required here and stunning sunset views across Noosa River. Book any of our packages up to 20 guests with Culgoa. CULGOA POINT RESORT
NOOSA SPRINGS GOLF & SPA RESORT
Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort: We love this resort, and highly recommend. Gorgeous outdoor ceremony locations, best wet weather back up in Noosa overlooking the greens, buggy to take you lakeside for photos, and stunning Sunset Lounge for private reception. Accommodation, ceremony site and reception all in one and a 5 minute drive to Noosa Main Beach. NOOSA SPRINGS WEDDINGS are happy for you to have a Super Simple Noosa Elopement Package in combination with their wedding packages. Ceremony can be on Noosa Beach, with Reception at the resort. Booking your reception here, ensures you have a wet weather back up in place.
Culgoa Point Resort Photos 1 & 2… Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort photos 3 & 4
Lake Weyba Cottages:
WE ALSO LOVE Award winning Lake Weyba Cottages Noosa which is nestled on the shore of Lake Weyba, a 15-minute drive to Noosa or just 5 minutes to beautiful Peregian Beach. 20 acres of stunning gardens, lagoons and grazing kangaroos await. 8 luxurious, 1 and 2 bedroom handcrafted Noosa cottages feature double spas, wood fires in winter, air conditioning for summer, smart televisions and fabulous views. Pets Welcome too!
Photos on the grounds of Lake Weyba Cottages below
Budget and Child-Friendly Accommodation/Reception Options
Noosa Blue Resort: Affordable accommodation with a reception option in the private dining lounge at the Reef Hotel across the road. Great for families with children, offering an enclosed games area at the restaurant. Ceremony at any of the locations above.
GO WHERE THE LOCALS GO! Halse Lodge is located at the roundabout to Hastings Street, just behind The French Quarter. Perfect for small weddings with Teen guests. Backpacker accommodation, so perhaps stay at French Quarter and dine at Halse lodge? Relaxed outdoor/ Verandah dining with Table tennis and pool inside for the older kids at heart. Food and prices are good.
Family friendly resorts along Gympie Terrace are plentiful, and a short walk to Noosa Boathouse
Consider booking Nannies of Noosa if you are here without parents to babysit the little ones - a private night or two might be deserved.
Noosa River & Ferry Adventures
For a unique experience, consider the Noosa Boathouse for your reception. They have an arrangement with Noosa Ferry to transport guests from Hastings Street to the river. Alternatively, Gondolas of Noosa offers a Venecian styled boat for a private island getaway ceremony. Suitable for very small weddings! Note photographer and celebrant will need water transport if looking at a private sand island for your ceremony. You can book Noosa Water Taxi through Gondolas of Noosa, for additional guests. Truly unique and fun. Or simply arrive or leave your ceremony at Woods Bay or Woods Park on the Gondola, or Weddings — Noosa Dreamboats.
Noosa Queen departs from the Noosa Marina in Tewantin. With ceremonies on the top deck, and bar and catering below, the cruise on the river heads towards Lake Cootharaba to catch the stunning sunsets. Ceremony onboard, or at the lovely RSL park in Tewantin beforehand.
Wet Weather Options for your Noosa Wedding
If you choose any of the below options for your reception (or accommodation for South Pacific Resort), there will be a wet weather option for ceremony available.
Noosa Boathouse: An indoor wet weather option with views of Noosa River.
Weddings - Noosa Springs Golf and Spa: Offers accommodation, ceremony options, golf buggy photo sessions, and a sunset lounge reception. Beautiful wet weather option indoors in their sunset lounge.
South Pacific Resort in Noosaville: Provides apartment accommodation, beautiful pools, an onsite restaurant, and a lovely wet weather option.
Accommodation at The Emerald in Hastings Street, Noosa Heads - number dependent so check when booking accommodation here if their undercover rainforest area is available should you need a wet weather option for your elopement.
Below photos Noosa Boathouse, Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort, The Emerald Resort, South Pacific Resort
LINKS TO HELPFUL SITES
Super Simple Noosa Elopements offers comprehensive packages that can include a celebrant, photographer, hair and makeup - beauty on the Move, Makeup By Marlies, content creator, videographer, styling, and catering options. Borrow Bouquets are also available, as are a variety of floral arrangements if choosing styling.
Outside of our packages, you can arrange your own fresh bouquet and corsage, transport, accommodation, catering, reception, and we recommend:
Florists:
Blooms of Noosa, Bud-Naked Flowers, Maple Flowers & Décor, Eumundi Roses, Laneway Noosa
Catering
Charcuterie cart onsite for your guests from $25 p/hd with our weddings over 16 guests
Picnic for up to 6 people available with Noosa Coastal Picnics – at ceremony location, your accommodation or Air bnb for our more intimate ceremonies.
Private Chef at your Air bnb – Geoff the Chef can come to you!!
Transport in Noosa
Uber and Taxi services in Noosa can be unreliable, so we recommend these transport operators:
My Driver Noosa, Tesla Transfers Noosa, Old Skool Kombis, Pat Transfers, and Berti the Bentley
Reception Options
Recommended venues for a reception or celebration dinner include:
IN NOOSA HEADS: Seasons, Ricky's River Bar, Boardwalk Bistro, Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort, Reef Hotel, Halse Lodge
IN NOOSAVILLE: Noosa Boathouse, Mr Jones & Me, Barefoot, Gustos, Sum Yung Guys
AT NOOSA MARINA TEWANTIN: Lucio’s, Peli’s
Add a bit of fun with a Noosa Ferry ride between the ceremony and reception. Noosa Ferry can transport you from Hastings Street/Noosa Main Beach, to Ricky’s River Bar, Noosa Boathouse, Lucio’s or Peli’s.
Additional Chairs, styling options, reception styling, ice bucket, drink station hire:
First Class Functions, Noosa Wedding & Event Hire, Noosa Party Hire, Sunshine Weddings
Your Noosa elopement can be as simple, stylish, and special as you want it to be with these fantastic options. Whether you choose a beach, a resort, an Airbnb, or an adventure on the river, your day will be nothing short of magical.
All Super Simple Photos Leah Cohen Photography