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Montville Guide, Queensland, Australia, Shopping, Services, Restaurants, Dining, Arts, Information, Accommodation
Montville
Sometimes we all need to sit back, recharge the batteries
and unwind from the hectic day to day of our modern world. If
you are looking for some romance in your life, or simply need
to relax, then the old world charm and magic of Montville, just
an hour north of Brisbane - it's the calm behind the coast.
Montville, the jewel of the Blackall Range, will captivate you
with the tranquility and beauty of its national parks, scenic
walks and inspirational lake views. Allow yourself the time
to soak up the majesty of the rainforests and let the cool mountain
air revive your spirit. The quiet beauty of this area makes
Montville the perfect romantic getaway destination.
From shopping to galleries, chic cafes to fine dining restaurants
and exciting young wineries, Montville has a well earned reputation
for excellence. You'll be amazed at the skill and craft of some
of Queensland's premier wood workers. For art lovers , Montville's
galleries are both unique and rewarding.
Whatever your pleasure, the village of Montville and the Blackall
Range can offer endless hours of exploration - Or you can simply
relax, curl up in front of a crackling wood fire and sip a drop
of bubbly as you sink into an inviting spa and get to know each
other again.
Montville offers you some truly delightful and award winning
accommodation. From cosy comfortable cottages to well appointed
suites, there is the perfect place to touch your heart. |
Geography
Montville is centrally placed on the Queensland's Sunshine Coast,
just 40 minutes to Noosa, 35 minutes to Mooloolaba, 35 minutes
to Caloundra, 30 minutes to Maroochydore, as well as being just
over one hour to Brisbane
(90 minutes to the C.B.D).
Montville is on average about 430m above sea level, which not
only means glorious views over the Sunshine Coast and hinterland,
it also provides residents and visitors with one of the most
comfortable climates in the world.
Population
The village of Montville has a residential population of approximately
350. When including the immediate area to Kondalilla Falls and
Balmoral Lookout the population is approximately 750. The area
covered by the Montville Fire Brigade, which includes Flaxton
has around 500 residences.
Weather
On average, Montville residents receive just over 7 hours of
sunshine each day. Summer temperatures usually range from 21°C
to 28°C. Winters are normally dry and sunny with cool nights
when the temperature drops to 10 to 15 degrees. Rainfall of
around 1700mm is mostly received in concentrated short 'wets'
during January to March.
It's rarely too hot or too cold, is essentially frost free and
usually 3 to 4 degrees cooler than the Coast during the day,
and yet warmer than the Coast at night in Winter, and cooler
at night in Summer.
Words © M.V.A.
Montville introduction by Angus Richard. |
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