Let’s talk about some of the most absolutely beautiful waterfront Sunshine Coast reception venues. After all ours is a most enviable coastline, each headland bringing with it a unique spectacularity. And then of course there are the vast lakes and rivers never-ending with their serene disposition.

To help you navigate the happiest of challenges to find your perfect waterfront wedding venue, we have rounded up five of the most beautiful with the best food, service, and of course location. Without any further ado, in no particular order…

Noosa Waterfront Restaurant & Bar (pictured above)

Set on the banks of the Noosa River, a wedding reception at the Noosa Waterfront Restaurant and Bar is an occasion to remember always for its wonderful location, food, wines, service and warm atmosphere. There are many lovely spots nearby to hold your ceremony. Our favourite is under the boughs of the Moreton Bay Fig Trees.

Ricky’s River Bar & Restaurant

If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard a Sunshine Coast local name Ricky’s as their favourite restaurant, well I’d have enough to pay for a three course meal, the wines to match and the cab ride home. I can assure you I’d thoroughly enjoy the fresh local produce and fine dining experience. This one is most definitely for the foodies among us.

The Lakehouse – Sunshine Coast

Centrally located and purpose-built, The Lakehouse operates as a wedding venue exclusively with its own wedding coordinators carrying out perfect wedding days every week year round. Menu and dining style options range from family sharing platters to roving degustation. The courtyard on site is a lovely spot to hold a ceremony overlooking the lake, or if you prefer there are beach and chapel options mere minutes either side.

The Surf Club Sunshine Beach

This venue is much more than just a surf club. It is proud owner of million dollar panoramic views from the restaurant deck with plenty of space for all your guests to celebrate, and best of all it is known for its affordability. Ceremonies can be held on the sands below beside the shore, or on The Surf Club lawn overlooking the beach.

Noosa Boathouse

There’s no need to drive to your wedding in a mere primitive automobile when instead both you and your guests can arrive via boat! Noosa Boathouse is located on the Noosa Marina, and can accommodate large groups of up to 120 guests for a sit down dinner, or up to 200 for a cocktail-style reception.

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Sophie and Scott’s Novotel Twin Waters wedding. ceremony: Pandanus Lawn. reception: Lily’s on the Lagoon. celebrant: Suzanne Riley. Photographer: images by Lou O’Brien. www.imagesbylouobrien.com

Sophie and Scott had the Rolls Royce of wedding vendor teams to whip their wedding into one super pretty package at waterfront venue, Novotel Twin Waters Resort. The couple were wed by celebrant, Suzanne Riley, on the pandanus lawn overlooking the lake, and backed it up with a reception celebration at Lily’s on the Lagoon overwater restaurant. 

Let’s get ogling at this Twin Waters wedding now, shall we? 

Images by Lou O’Brien. 

The groom’s quirky personality was infused into the wedding in a few very subtle ways that not many would have picked up on, because he spent most of the day behaving as his mild-mannered alter ego so as not to cause a stir. 

An outstanding effort from Willow Bud on this crazy beautiful bouquet, not to mention all of the other stunning arrangements that complemented the colour palette of the day. 

The bride supplied her own earth angel. 

Sophie stayed true to her personal style by wearing her impressive long locks straight, and wearing a strapless gown so all could behold her beautifully artistic tattoos. Each bridesmaid also kept to her personal style, wearing her flowing white dress her own way, as well as her own variation on a relaxed low set up style,   fashioned into downright loveliness by Sass & Niki’s Wedding Hair. 

Willow Bud, you’re killing me with these flowers! 

North Shore beach is such a lovely place to frolic for bridal party photos. It’s a quiet area, so it can really allow you to feel like you’re in your own little world. 

Novotel Twin Waters Resort offers so many pretty spots to behold. And use for photos ops, obviously. Lily’s on the Lagoon overwater restaurant makes a lovely backdrop across the water. 

Glamorous, fun and absolutely flawless, Sophie’s makeup was expertly applied by one of the Sunshine Coast topmost sought after makeup artists, Natalie Hunter. 

Wedding Secrets

Wedding dress: The Bridal Company

Flowergirl dresses: Tea Princess

Bridesmaid dresses: Ferrari Formalwear and Bridal

Dress alterations- Marilyn Crystelle Bridal

Jewellery: Samantha Wills & Palas

Suits: Roger David

Robes- Piyama

This cake though..! Gold leaf is everything, and it complements the fresh flowers perfectly. As it should be, the cake, created by Ideas in Icing, is a stand out as the centrepiece of the wedding reception. 

Beedazzled Events provided the gorgeous nature-meets-elegance styling and decor for both the ceremony and reception. Adding opulence and class to the reception styling, this cutlery from Gold Wedding Hire makes the table settings. 

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We wanted a simplistic and fun wedding, that was indicative of who we are, and getting married beside the Maroochy River at The Rocks, only 10 minutes from where we live, certainly captured our essence! 

Only our closest family and friends attended, which made the day intimate and relaxed. The ceremony was light-hearted and fun, with personalised vows capturing our sincere sentiments and humorous banter. 

The reception was intimate and family-oriented, set out across one long table in order to capitalise on the “big family dinner” feel. Our personal music playlist emphasised our favourite bands and songs, and the banquet and beverages selected were based on our favourite foods. 

My flowers represented my late grandfather, and the cake, designed by my mother and sister accentuated our favourite artist. Rather than sign a guestbook, everyone wrote out well wishes on a Banksy-themed canvas to later be featured as artwork in our home. 

Overall the day was everything we had hoped and wanted. We were completely non-traditional and ended up being the last to leave. This was perfect, as it was as if we were hosting our own party at home! It was the best way to end an amazing day.”

Images by  All the love in the world. 

The Rocks is the perfect venue for a completely private Yandina wedding.  

Photography: All the love in the world | Venue: The Rocks Function Centre | Wedding planner+ Decorations: First Class Functions | Catering: First Class Functions | Makeup: Makeup Artistry by Lauren | Hair: Jody Porter Hair Stylist | Celebrant: The Sunny Celebrant – Natalie Skye | Wedding night accommodation: The Point, Coolum

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You can have your choice of the beautiful Sapphire Ballroom, complete with the Lobby Bar and luxurious Bridal Suite, or perhaps the retro styling of the Ice Lounge with the Emerald Ballroom for your reception is more suited to your requirements. These rooms can be decorated any which way you like, and themed to your preferences. 

While your guests are enjoying pre-dinner drinks and nibbles in one of the lobby areas the bridal party is ushered in through a secret entrance to the bridal suite. This haven allows you to refresh and relax before your grand entrance into your wedding reception – when the celebration really starts. 

There is a lot of room for movement at this venue, budget-wise. Food packages start from a very reasonable $65.95* per head for a full buffet, and $66.95* per head for a two-course sit down dinner, and beverage packages start at $31.00* per head. Prices and options increase from there, but remain remarkably good in value. 

The ballrooms have state-of-the-art staging facilities with a raised stage, lighting and audio equipment available, and a large dancefloor for boogying the night away in style. 

The Down Low

Minimum number of guests: 60 – this is negotiable. 

Maximum number of guests: 500

Wedding days available: Mon – Sun

How many weddings in a day: Maximum of four

How long been operating as a wedding venue: 6 years

Air conditioning: Yes

Adequate parking: Yes, including undercover

Wheelchair accessible: Yes

Operating hours:  Reception venues stay open till12am. The Caloundra RSL (which is adjacent), is licenced until 3am, with a Courtesy Bus.

Ceremony locations: Close to coastal beaches, hinterland hideaways, lush gardens, boutique chapels or beautiful churches i.e. Moffat Beach, Buderim Botanical Gardens, Annabella Chapel and Sienna Catholic Church.

Reception locations: Ballrooms of various sizes available, as well as a bridal suite

Bring own cake: Yes

Fully staffed bar onsite: Yes

BYO: No, Fully Licenced Bar

Dance floor: Yes

Room for a band: State of the art staging facilities

Audio equipment with speakers and a microphone: Yes, as well as drop down screens and iPod connectivity

Wet weather ceremony back up plan: Yes.

Access to rest of venue: If requested, access to the Caloundra RSL Club can be arranged

*Prices at time of publication. Prices may change at the discretion of the venue, and this is not under The Bride’s Tree’s control. 

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