One of the Sunshine Coast’s most iconic wedding photography locations, One Tree Hill, will shut to the public next month after being “loved to death”. 

The lone cherry tree in Maleny, with backdrops of the Glasshouse Mountains, located on the Woods family farm, is recognised around the world after being photographed for more than two decades. 

But a stoush with the Sunshine Coast Council has prompted the family to close access to their beloved hinterland property.

Francis Woods said the closure was “months in the making” after the council received several complaints about people using the location. 

“We received a letter from the council that says we’re in breach because we’re a rural property, so obviously not a commercial business,” Mr Woods said.

“No fine has been issued yet … it was a threat.”

Wedding photographer Luke Middlemiss says the location holds a special place in his heart.(Supplied: Luke Middlemiss Photography)

A Sunshine Coast Council spokesperson said it had received complaints in 2021 and 2022 in relation to wedding ceremonies on the property.

The spokesperson said on both occasions council officers had written to the owner informing them that the use of the property for functions was unlawful and a development permit must be sought.

Mr Woods said he was unaware of any ceremonies taking place near One Tree Hill.

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