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Sunbird Retreat

Horseshoe Bay vacation home with kitchen

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A house with a covered porch, surrounded by dense tropical vegetation.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, dark cabinets, a dishwasher, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A covered outdoor deck with wooden furniture, a grill, and a view of lush greenery.
A room with a large aquarium, a ceiling fan, a bookshelf, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, bar stools, and a TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Horseshoe Bay, QLD
  • Place, Magnetic Island National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Horseshoe Bay

In Horseshoe Bay .Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Magnetic Island National Park and Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park. Also, Horseshoe Bay Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Radical Bay - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 62 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Granite - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sandi's on Magnetic Island - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rock Wallabies (Feeding) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ric's Woodfire Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪SOS - Stuffed On Seafood - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Sunbird Retreat

Summary:

Sunbird Retreat as the name suggests, bird life will entertain you while you enjoy your surrounds. The front deck area will make the rest of the world seem so far away. A perfect space to enjoy a quiet moment, a great book or time with family and friends.



This 4 bedroom home has been designed to allow space for everyone to enjoy. There is an opportunity to book Sunbird Retreat as a one bedroom home. A perfect retreat for a couple to enjoy the privacy and space a home can



The Space:

A peaceful retreat nestled with a stunning backdrop of our National Park in Horseshoe Bay. You will be absorbed into the landscape of granite boulders, native plants and birdlife. Enjoy the outdoor living that the expansive front deck offers, allowing the outside to form part of your living space.Enjoy the privacy of your surrounds whilst still only a pleasant 5 minute stroll to the beachfront.



"Sunbird Retreat" as the name suggests, birdlife will entertain you while you enjoy your surrounds. The front deck area will make the rest of the world seem so far away. A perfect space to enjoy a quiet moment, a great book or time with family and friends.



This 4 bedroom home has been designed to allow space for everyone to enjoy. There is an opportunity to book "Sunbird Retreat" as a one bedroom home. A perfect retreat for a couple to enjoy the privacy and space a home can offer instead of the need to be in a small apartment.



The master bedroom features a queen bed and ensuite. The 2nd bedroom also a queen bed. The 3rd and 4th bedroom each have a king single bed and there is a 2nd bathroom. The open plan living, dining and front deck space offers enough room for everyone to enjoy. The front deck is furnished comfortably and includes a BBQ.



This home is fully self contained and offers the best of both worlds for a visit to Magnetic Island. You will feel like you are part of the National Park with the fringing granite boulders, native plants, wildlife and birds and yet a 5 minute stroll down the street and over a small bridge and you will be part of the Horseshoe Bay beachfront with access to local shops, eateries and amazing sunsets.



Bedding Configuration

Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bed

Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen Bed

Bedroom 3: 1 x Single Bed

Bedroom 4: 1 x Single Bed



Property specific note :

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Schoolies or School leavers will not be accepted.



Guest Access:

You will have access to the whole house.



The Neighborhood:

Magnetic Island is located 8km from Townsville and accessible by passenger or vehicle ferries.

67% of Magnetic Island is National Park Land, allowing for 36km of walking tracks with Australian wildlife like Koalas, Echidnas, Wallabys and many different birds. These tracks lead to magnificent views of the Island, its bays and surrounding blue Coral Sea.



Getting Around:

Magnetic Island can be easily accessed by the public bus service and taxis.

If you prefer to travel at your own pace there are hire cars available once on the Island. Parking is available.

Public Transport options are within walking distance from Sunbird Retreat



Other Things to Note:

Please be mindful of your neighbours and keep noise to a minimum.



Interaction with Guests:

This property is managed professionally by Best of Magnetic.

The Best of Magnetic office is open 7 days, with after-hours emergency assistance provided if necessary.

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Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Smoking. Pets not allowed. Check in commences from 2pm. Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Failure to comply with ...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunbird Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.1 mi (74-min drive) away from the Townsville, QLD (TSV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sunbird Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sunbird Retreat to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Horseshoe Bay Beach and 1.8 mi (8-min drive) from Arthur Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunbird Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunbird Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sunbird Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sunbird Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sunbird Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sunbird Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sunbird Retreat to downtown Horseshoe Bay?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Horseshoe Bay.

Sunbird Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place! The location is perfect. Surrounded by nature (keep an eye out for rock wallabies, kookaburras, cockatoos) plus a short walk to the beach - it's an excellent choice for all, particularly families. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

Just book it. Lovely house in great secluded location. Lots of wildlife passing through the garden. Enough space for the whole family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023