Where Coastal Dreams Come To Life

Sandy Quinn

Sandy Coast Furniture & Homewares

Imagine stepping into a sanctuary where the serene essence of a beachside retreat ignites the senses. The delicate scent of Flower Box diffusers blends with the visual beauty of coastal chic decor, instantly transporting you to a world of relaxed elegance.

This is Sandy Coast Furniture & Homewares, a haven for those seeking to infuse their homes with the tranquil vibes of the Northern Beaches lifestyle. Established in September 2021 by Sandy Quinn, this shop has quickly become a beloved destination in Mackay for furniture and homewares that embody a relaxed yet sophisticated coastal aesthetic.

Sandy has a love for creating spaces that reflect the beauty of the coast.

“We offer unique items here, so there are many items you can't find anywhere else in Mackay or the Whitsundays,” Sandy explains. The shop boasts a stunning variety of furniture, décor and other delights to be discovered, each carefully selected to ensure that visitors find pieces they love.

The showroom, spacious and always evolving, is filled with treasures that can transform any home. From natural tones perfect for a boho vibe to vibrant bursts of colour, Sandy Coast caters to diverse tastes. Antique pieces of furniture from Asian countries sit beside handmade furniture, using elm reclaimed from snowy parts of China and Mongolia. Another advantage of shopping at Sandy Coast is the opportunity to purchase items that are available now from the floor or storerooms.

“It’s not necessarily about having to do a complete refurnish if your home décor is feeling tired,” Sandy advises.

“Sometimes all it takes is one or two new signature items to give a room a fresh new feeling.”

The friendly and knowledgeable staff at Sandy Coast enhance the shopping experience, offering assistance in finding the perfect piece or sourcing it if it’s not in stock. This personalised service, coupled with the absence of hefty delivery fees, makes shopping at Sandy Coast not only enjoyable but also practical.

“We are that place that people love to go for those ‘hard-to-shop-for’ people. We have such diversity for gifts from flameless candles to some select pieces of coastal fashion as well as jewellery,” Sandy explained.

“We also offer complementary gift-wrapping so you can call in on the way to an event and walk out with your gift sorted!”

Sandy's dedication to her business and her community is evident in every aspect of the shop.

“I have about 100 different suppliers, many items are one-off pieces, and we have some unique items made locally,” she shares. The store is always filled with exciting finds, from handcrafted purses to local photography by Adam Lloyd Jones.

“It’s a destination for many people, the opportunity to take a relaxing drive to the Northern Beaches, grab a coffee and stroll our showroom to see what’s new.”

With her five children now grown, Sandy has the time to dedicate to her business which has been a dream of hers for years, however, family is still at the heart of all she does.

“We have five children; one in Cairns, two in Brisbane, and two here,” she says with a smile.

"I'm so proud of all of them, following their passions and living their lives as wonderful, kind people."

The family took a memorable trip to Vietnam and Cambodia with two other local families years ago when the youngest were 8-year-olds.

“Vietnam was very go-go-go because we had a full itinerary across many destinations with wonderful experiences, but Cambodia gave us that relaxing time where we visited temples and enjoyed relaxing family time.”

Whether you’re looking for a statement piece or the perfect gift, Sandy Coast is the place to find something new to love.

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