With its proximity to the tranquil waters of Pumicestone Passage and the Caloundra CBD, Pelican Waters is fortunate in being one of the most strategically located master planned communities on the Sunshine Coast.

Just one hour north of Brisbane and the international airport, the community is minutes from some of the world's best beaches. Craggy headlands, offshore reefs, pounding surf, secluded bays and protected waterways provide a never-ending variety of playgrounds for water lovers. Head for the hills and the hinterland features its own treasures - rainforest walks, the unique Glasshouse Mountains, rolling hills, mountain hideaways, scenic dams and breathtaking vistas.

Originally owned by William Landsborough, one of Australia's greatest explorers, it remains a pristine and attractive location. Landsborough bought the land in 1882 with reward money from the Queensland government for his contribution to exploration. Landsborough Shire (now part of Sunshine Coast Regional Shire) was named in his honour.

Two regional pioneering families - the Henzells and Fords - who developed a deep love for Caloundra and the Sunshine Coast, have passionately laid the foundations of a vibrant, community for future generations.

The Henzell family have been development pioneers in the area since 1935 when Roy and Maisie Henzell opened the Sunshine Coast's first real estate business in Bulcock Street. The Henzells bought the land, which is now Pelican Waters, in 1946.

More than 70 years after opening for business, the Henzell family still pride themselves on unequalled local knowledge and extraordinary customer service.

A 20-year project, the Pelican Waters residential community has sold more than 1500 homesites, since first released to the market in 1989.

With the establishment of the Greg Norman designed Club Pelican golf course and waterfront residential blocks with direct ocean access, the estate has attracted Australia-wide and international interest.

The opening of the four and a half star Ramada International Resort (now Crown Plaza) in 2005 and developing plans for the Pelican Waters Town Centre, with proposals for botanical gardens, cinemas, restaurants and a commercial centre, will ensure Pelican Waters remains an unrivalled paradise.