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Shower
Fridge, oven, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
2 bedrooms
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Happy Valley Fraser Island, QLD
  • Eli Creek
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Central Station
    ‪81 min drive‬
  • Lake McKenzie
    ‪106 min drive‬
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Maheno

On the beach.A stay at this cottage places you within half a mile (1 km) of Seventy-Five Mile Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Hammerstone Sandblows. South Waddy Beach and Orchid Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Eli Creek - 21 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • The Pinnacles - 49 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Lake Wabby - 61 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Central Station - 81 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • Lake McKenzie - 106 min drive - 22.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Satinay - ‬91 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.

☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley

Fraser Island is an isolated, natural & wild destination. Please do your own research to ensure you have the necessary knowledge, no equipment and mindset needed so that you know what to expect and can get the most out of your stay.

TELSTRA ONLY on K'gari

IMPORTANT:
Only 4x4 VEHICLES (4WD) are permitted ON Fraser Island/ K'GARI.
If you do not have a 4WD vehicle you will not be able to board the barge to get to the island.

DON'T FEEL LIKE CAMPING? This could be what you are looking for!

200m to ocean, peaceful setting ..OLD AND ROUGH AROUND THE EDGES, clean and comfy, piping hot shower.

World Heritage fishing shack/no frills/bedrooms have no doors and walls don't go to ceiling for breeze flow through

a holiday/fishing cottage tucked away in second valley HAPPY VALLEY you will love this little place.

150 metres to shop, bar, fuel, bistro, ambulance

ON SITE MANAGER

FULLY SELF CONTAINED

BYO LINEN, PANTRY and TOILETRIES

NO TV or RADIO (watch the island and listen to the birds)

NO CLOCK (island time)

NO FANS or AIR CON (off grid solar)

NO MICROWAVE or TOASTER (toast
under gas grill)

DO NOT BRING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

NO TENTS ON THE PROPERTY

- suits nature lovers
- central to Fraser Island's spectacular
World Heritage sites
- walk down to local fishing gutters and
whale watching in season
- beautiful bird life
- solar power 240v with generator back up
- off grid and power conscious.

The Cottage
self-contained holiday/fishing cottage
sleeps 3/5 in 3 beds

- 2 small bedrooms WITHOUT DOORS
- 1 double bed
- 1 double bed with 1 single bunk on top
- crockery/cutlery/cooking gear
- gas stove free standing, 4 top burners, oven and
grill
- stove top kettle
- fridge 250 L
- tucker box freezer
- bathroom/toilet
- shared outhouse washing machine and cloths line

- 150 metres to shop, bar, fuel, bistro, ambulance

GORGEOUS SHORT local WALKS or drives

the cottage happy valley to Yidney Rocks 2km return

the cottage happy valley to Eli Creek 10km return

the cottage happy valley to Maheno shipwreck 15km return

the cottage happy valley to Rainbow Gorge 12km return

the cottage happy valley to Lake Garawongera 13km return

Property manager

bree

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley to the airport?

This cottage is 17.1 mi (69-min drive) away from the Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is ☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley to downtown K'gari?

This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Happy Valley.

☀️🎣🐠🐠🐠🎣☀️The Cottage Don't Feel Like Camping? Happy Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 75 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our Holiday

The property was exactly what we expected and made a great base for our family to explore the island, with no flash bells and whistles just a comfortable place to come home to each night. Bree was a great host and very quick to respond to any questions before and during our stay. Will definitely book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay, having been camping on the island for several years - staying in the house was much easier. The house was clean with everything we needed. Happy Valley is a great central location. Thanks Bree.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing trip

The cabin was all we expected & more and the location couldn't be more perfect. Bree was a perfect host who couldn't do enough to make our stay perfect. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay on K'gari

Great location at Happy Valley, well equipped cozy cottage. Bree is very helpful and knowledgeable. Would stay there again if going back to K'gari.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trav B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing Weekend

Great location - Host was most helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Eleanor M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Vallet Cottage

We have a wonderful stay. Bree was very welcoming. The cottage had everything we needed, though we forgot to bring Tea towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shaked B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed on vacation

The apartment is excellently located and has everything you need precisely. Our stay was very pleasant and suited us just right for the vacation. Bree the hostess was available and helpful and gave us a lot of recommendations. Thanks alot, hopefully wll come back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Denise S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not suitable for habitation

The property was advertised as a beach shack. It was a 50 year old fibro building with limited access to electricity. It was dirty, with wood rot and peeling paint. The bed was ridiculous, and the offer of a few bits of foam from the renter was a joke. It took three days to work out how to get a hot shower adequately. There is not way this property would meet any building codes and should not be put up for rent. And it was not cheap, so price was not the issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place

Has everything you need for the small family. Very quiet and close to shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

marc f.

Liked: Cleanliness

My stay.

The cottage is very clean and tidy , bree was a delight from the moment we arrived so helpful, the cottage had everything we needed ,if we go to the island again I will not hesitate to stay there again. Thx.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lambert l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lambert le Hanie

Clean and tidy accommodation super friendly owner. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy valley

Enjoyed our stay. Very clean, comfortable and convenient. Thanks very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely our go to.

Our second stay at Brees cottage this year. Suited us perfectly because we just needed a little place that was comfortable for the two of us and had easy access to the beach. Bree is so friendly and cannot do enough for you. More than happy to stay there again. Definitely our go to.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Off Grid Delight

We enjoyed our off grid stay at the cottage. The cottage is exactly as described. Very clean and tidy and has all required basics for a relaxing getaway. Bree was very helpful and a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden gem!

An oldie but a goodie! 🌴🌿 What an amazing private little piece of paradise, with walking access less than 5 mins to the beach, No drive by cars so very safe for the kids even with a sneaky ocean view to enjoy our happy hour drinks each afternoon. Loved our stay and will be back again. Thanks Bree for sharing your little hidden gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No doors, tiny rooms, no real entertaining area. To be fair, it is an old property and for its age I guess it did the job. We were not aware it would be soo small with no doors and snoring kept us all up. It was clean and usable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place. Bree was welcoming. Will definitely stay again 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location. Property manager Bree is very helpful and friendly. Cottage is clean and comfortable enough however some ceiling fans would be appreciated as it gets very hot at night with no breeze. Good fridge and separate chest freezer to keep your food cold. Could not get the oven or grill to work and was frustrated there were no tongs anywhere we could find, otherwise cuutlery and dishes selection good and BBQ cooked well enough. Would stay again but next time I'll bring a fan.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bree was very helpful & informative.

8/10 Good

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice hub with all the basics .

Clean, very simple, the owner very helpful and comunicative. Exactly as described . If you like to disconect, this is the perfect place. Only Telstra works but hard to get coneccion ervey where on the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Much better than the tent!

Great little place. Bree was an awesome host!!! Very helpful, friendly and we can't wait to visit again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Lyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent holiday

Lovely surroundings. Bree is a welcoming hostess, with good local knowledge of flora and fauna. Great to be able to see native bees, birds, and lizards.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was off grid and easy to live in.Bree was great to deal with and generous with info about the island, bait and anything else we needed to enjoy our stay. I recommend this groovy little cottage to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great holiday

Accomodation is as described which is perfect for Fraser Island 4WD beach holiday. Bree is a lovely host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy Comfortable Cottage

Second time i have stayed at this cottage. Everything you need and comfortable. Would not hesitate to stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022