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Drift Flotel - Luxury Houseboat Experience

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Interior
Exterior
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Water view
    Water view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Drift Flotel - Luxury Houseboat Experience

Step aboard the newly refurbished luxurious 3 storey, 12 metre, tri-hull boat featuring everything you would expect from a fully self-contained luxury home.

Accommodation includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, lounge with fold-out bed, dining, balconies, walkaround deck and a rooftop terrace. It can comfortably accommodate 6 people overnight or up to 12 people during the day.

Setting the Flotel apart from all other existing houseboats on the Coast is that guests don’t have to worry about operating the vessel, when you arrive it will be anchored in a picturesque location featuring 360 degree water and island views. You will arrive via a cruise on ‘Wander’ a 32 foot flybridge cruiser with light refreshments supplied, through the Gold Coast Broadwater, departing from Marine Stadium Jetty and Pontoon located at Doug Jennings Park in Main Beach.

This is the perfect getaway for those who want the houseboat experience without the hassle and stress of operating the vessel and always having a designated driver. Step aboard to relax with friends and family, enjoy some fishing, swimming, take the supplied tender to shore and explore the nearby islands and all the Gold Coast has to offer or just soak in the sun.

During your stay the host will be close by to help with any issues, including getting more supplies or going on further cruises around the islands.

Property manager

Brett griffin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside only.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 968.8 sq ft (90 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Dogs are allowed up to 15kgs in weight.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: No bucks parties.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Gold Coast, QLD

What's nearby

  • Doug Jennings Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sea World - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Marina Mirage Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Broadwater Parklands - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Harbour Town - 14 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Cypress Avenue Station - 12 min drive
  • Helensvale Station - 26 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Grand Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Charis Seafoods - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vinnie's Italian Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Papercup Coffee - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Drift Flotel - Luxury Houseboat Experience pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Drift Flotel - Luxury Houseboat Experience?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drift Flotel - Luxury Houseboat Experience?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Drift Flotel - Luxury Houseboat Experience located?

Nestled on the beach, this Main Beach houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of Doug Jennings Park, The Spit Beach, and Sand Pumping Jetty. Broadwater Parklands and Main Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Drift Flotel - Luxury Houseboat Experience Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria H., Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday in paradise
Great experience from first communication with Brett (host) to back on land. Highly recommend if being on the water and accessing idyllic beaches with small or larger groups is for you - look no further than Drift Flotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee and Evan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise and seclusion
First - Brett the host is a great guy. Easy to communicate with, honest and on time with everything. The Flotel - wow! Spacious, clean, the views!!, no neighbours, and better decked out than most hotels. We had three little kids and the safety was great. There was no chance of kids falling overboard. Life jackets available, use of power boat was appreciated. Would stay again and would definitely recommend. Thanks Brett.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiabei H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprise weekend getaway
We had a lovely relaxing weekend on the drift flotel. Enjoyed the amazing sunsets and sunrises. There was plenty of space for our family and although there were a couple of maintenance issues during our stay it didn’t impact our experience. Everyone in the family loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Trip!
Flotel was PERFECT for our group to enjoy the houseboat experience without any hassle of manoeuvring the boat! Brett was approachable, accommodating and friendly, providing us with a boat tour and answering our questions both prior to and during the trip. The decor was stunning. The location was great. The top deck and kitchen/dining area were brilliant - if only we had lucked out with better weather! We're looking to book again - it's not an if, but a when! Thanks for hosting, Brett!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and fun getaway
Brett was super helpful and communicative. The boat was well furnished and thoughtfully stocked with supplies any fishing enthusiast would appreciate. If you're looking to get away from the city, this is a fantastic option.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet time away
very different from the normal getaways. Great time together. Had our own little tinny to go exploring in. Just abit over priced
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delilah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stormy Sensation
First time on a Houseboat and hubby and I had the best time ever fishing from the ground deck and then relaxing on the third floor deck with a glass of wine, watching the sunset and then snoozing through the storm on our third nite. Brett was so easy to communicate with and Bailey was so friendly and they have the cutest book of instructions in the houseboat. If you have never been on a houseboat, you should try it. You never know, you might catch Blue Swimmer and Mud Crabs like we did, or Sting Ray like I did on our last morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
We had the pleasure of staying on the Flotel to celebrate our birthdays with our dogs. The place itself is beautiful, with modern touches and feels like you’re staying at a luxury hotel on the water. It was like a slice of heaven. Brett was a great host and made sure we had everything to make our stay wonderful. Can’t recommend this place or Brett enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at the Drift Flotel! The sunrise and sunsets where the boat is located are incredible and hanging out on the top deck is very relaxing. Brett is a very accommodating host and was happy to answer any questions we had. Can definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martinique

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to relax and enjoy a peaceful holiday. Everything you need and a great accomodating host. Kids and fur kid absolutely loved the experience, fishing, boating, exploring. We actually relaxed. Just wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022