The Homes of Davis Bay sit high above the main road on a slope that allows for views of the shining expanse of sea below. Behind the site lies Chapman Creek with its fish hatchery, salmon runs and extensive hiking trails. In this muscular landscape, it is easy to forget that there is a sophisticated life on the mind of the Sunshine Coast. The place has inspired generations of artists and craftspeople, and the towns around Davis Bay are chockablock with galleries, plays, symposia, festivals and restaurants.