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Whitehaven 2 - Pet friendly, affordable Queenslander in picturesque Picnic Bay

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
TV
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Whitehaven 2 - Pet friendly, affordable Queenslander in picturesque Picnic Bay

Enjoy a pet friendly and affordable holiday in this quaint, fully air-conditioned 2-bedroom (plus sleep out) Queenslander in peaceful Picnic Bay.

Located in the picturesque and quiet haven of Picnic Bay, this classic older style Queenslander is ideal for an affordable and relaxing Maggie Island holiday.

If you love a round or 2 of golf, the Magnetic Island Golf course is also a minute's walk from your holiday home.

The perfect destination for families on a budget and looking for a traditional island holiday.

* Living and Entertainment Space *
This endearing holiday home has 2 bedrooms and a sleep out, with open plan lounge, kitchen and dining areas.

There is air-conditioning in the bedrooms and living area plus ceiling fans throughout, and the traditional louvred windows provide beautiful flow-through breeze. Note, there are no insect screens at this property or bedroom doors. Privacy screens/curtains are available to close off rooms.

A large, fully enclosed verandah incorporates a laundry area, BBQ, informal dining and undercover play area for the kids.

Situated on a large, unfenced, grassed and landscaped block, there is plenty of space for the kids to play or for the family to sit back, relax and enjoy the tranquil surrounds.

* Bedrooms *
There are 2 bedrooms, each with a Queen bed, and the sleep out area has 2 single beds.

* Additional Features *
- Off street parking
- Linen is provided

* Location *
A few minute's walk will take you to the beautiful Picnic Bay beach, ideal for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking or exploring. Take a leisurely stroll along the jetty or throw in a line as the jetty is highly regarded as a top fishing location. There are two barbeque areas along the beachfront, a fully fenced adventure playground and a patrolled beach area on weekends and public holidays. Enjoy a wonderful meal at the Picnic Bay Hotel whilst taking in the views across the bay to Townsville. There is also a regular bus service which stops right outside the hotel.

If you love a round or two of golf, the Magnetic Island Golf course is also a minute's walk from your holiday home.

Property specific note :
Pets are no longer accepted at this property.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Schoolies or School leavers will not be accepted.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

Property is also known as

62_244

About the neighborhood

Map
Picnic Bay, QLD

What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park - 2 min walk
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course - 5 min walk
  • Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park - 9 min drive
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 19 min drive
  • Strand Park - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Watermark Townsville - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Rockpool Seafood Cafe Bar - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Juliette's Gelateria - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Seagulls Resort - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪The Palm House - ‬45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whitehaven 2 - Pet friendly, affordable Queenslander in picturesque Picnic Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whitehaven 2 - Pet friendly, affordable Queenslander in picturesque Picnic Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whitehaven 2 - Pet friendly, affordable Queenslander in picturesque Picnic Bay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whitehaven 2 - Pet friendly, affordable Queenslander in picturesque Picnic Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park and Magnetic Island Golf Course. Picnic Bay Beach and Rocky Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Whitehaven 2 - Pet friendly, affordable Queenslander in picturesque Picnic Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whitehaven 2
Was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and space inside . Very easy to walk our dog to Picnic Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whitehaven 2
Clean but extremely basic. Unattractive unwelcoming external presentation. Unsuitable for many guests. 1.5 star rating overall
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anahera

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Love this property, very clean and pet friendly. Comfy beds and aircon. Walking distance to the jetty, swim enclosure and pub. Beautiful sunrise and sunset. Our favourite Maggie Island stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly
We had a great time, and enjoyed our stay in this family friendly house. Will stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet & Comfortable
Ideal little beach hut - not fancy but very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable & homely
Take a step back with the Queenslander style home. Close to nature, Picnic Bay & very peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed stay. House had everything we needed for enjoyable stay
Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing holiday.
Property is better looked after now specially with the air cons. Had problems with the toilet not flushing on Sunday morning. Rang agent plumber fixed on the Sunday. Very quiet, lovely walk to Picnic Bay. I will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022