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Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Dining
A modern outdoor living space with a white sofa, a small table, and a view of the sea and greenery.
A loft-style room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a white couch, a dining table, and a large window with a view.
A modern house with a swimming pool, deck, and outdoor seating area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103014 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 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 Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Horseshoe Bay

This vacation home places you next to Magnetic Island National Park and Horseshoe Bay Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Radical Bay - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 - 14 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 64 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Granite - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Dell' Isola - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sandi's on Magnetic Island - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rock Wallabies (Feeding) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ric's Woodfire Pizza - ‬8 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.

On the Beach

Summary:

Amazing, Unique And On The Beach. This stunning beachfront home is positioned in the sand dunes of Magnetic Island's north facing Horseshoe Bay.



The Space:

"On the Beach" is the perfect beach house! There is no road to the house so access is along the Horseshoe Bay beachfront so sandy feet all the way to your door!

(Access is dependent on the tides and time of day, please callto discuss. Evening check-ins will not be possible)



"Amazing" "Unique" and "On The Beach" - This stunning beachfront home is positioned in the sand dunes of Magnetic Island's north facing Horseshoe Bay. You have views across the blue waters of the Coral Sea and this home is fringed by the majestic granite hills that are a recognisable feature of the islands stunning backdrop. You will believe you have found your own tropical island. This home is the perfect romantic hideaway or the location for a fantastic family beach holiday that you will remember for a lifetime and certainly want to repeat!





The main beach house features spacious living areas with an open plan design that brings the outside in and provides areas to relax offering views that will make you want to stop for awhile just to appreciate where you are. The ensuited bedroom downstairs features a king bed and private bath just to make this area more indulgent. The ensuited, loft bedroom features a queen bed offering privacy and tranquillity. The cottage by the pool seamlessly connects to the main home via a large deck area where alfresco dining is a must. This semi self-contained cottage features 2 ensuited bedrooms with queen beds and another bedroom which can be made to suit with one king bed OR 2 single beds, with a separate toilet. Take advantage of the tranquil backdrop offered by the National Park surrounds that are undeniably peaceful. Step outside into natures paradise!



Bedding Configuration

Bedroom 1: 1 x King Bed

Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen Bed



Bedroom 3: 1 x Queen Bed

Bedroom 4: 1 x Queen Bed

Bedroom 5: 2 x Singles OR 1 x King Bed -You must advise us of your preference for bedding configuration at the time of booking or charges may apply.



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 on the street at Horseshoe Bay beachfront or on Henry Lawson Street at the start of the walking track.



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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,014 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Horseshoe Bay, just steps from Magnetic Island National Park and Horseshoe Bay Beach, and within a short walk of Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park. You'll also find Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 and Arthur Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at On the Beach?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is On the Beach good for couples?

Couples staying at this waterfront vacation home will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each house with a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at On the Beach?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at On the Beach?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Townsville, QLD (TSV), which is 18.4 mi away (76 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at On the Beach?

Yes, every house at On the Beach comes with a balcony.

On the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at this glorious place. If you don’t mind walking in via beach at low tide or rough bush track it’s perfect. Quietly tucked away at end of beach for quite relaxing holiday with easy access to walking tracks and 5 min walk back to horseshoe bay. Very well appointed, loads of living area for 10 people, comfortable bedrooms all with ensuites. Only negative comment would be - personally like to have curtains/blinds on bedroom windows as like a dark room for sleeping. Would definitely return, and time it right with the tides for ease of access for initial unpacking of luggage etc. as bush track is not suitable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alison G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded

We were well aware of the restricted access of the property, however, that enhanced the fun and adventure of the holiday. Lovely large roomy house suited our group’s holiday plans. While a pleasant stay, some areas of the house needed greater attention to cleaning. eg: floors need to be throughly cleaned, dishwasher unusable as it needed a deep clean. Lounge covers needed laundering. Appliances - Some gas rings and igniters were not working on the stove and gas ran out with no alternative supply to the stove.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

peter c.

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Access is walking across a beach for 300m. No Internet. TV x 2 did not work.

Basically a good location if you do not mind the hardships of getting there and lack of technology which any normal person would expect more for the price being paid. On arriving we had to walk 300m across a beach to get there. Which we had no problem as able and fit. Forget it if you are older. On arrival at the premises, we asked the agent for the internet access. After 5 minutes we noticed they had left. There was no internet. Only phone that works is Telstra if you stand in the right spot. Forget about downloading files or streaming, it does not work. There was no information pack as such we were blind on restuarants, what days they opened, and any info on Internet or TV operation etc. Nothing. Both my wife and I run businesses and it was a disaster. They have two TV's they both could not receive signal. Tried to call agent to attend, half way through we lost phone signal, though they still did not attend the problem. Leaving the property the tide was two hours off high. We had to walk through a lagoon at front of property 50cm deep (thankfully not high tide) carrying our own luggage. A boat had to pick us up from the beach to drive us around the creek entrance at this stage about 1m deep to be offloaded at the beach near the road. That is all great of you don't mind carrying your own luggage, getting wet and sandy to hop on a ferry and then plane!!! When they say there us a back pathway, you still have to walk over rocks, through bush and still get wet walking through a creek. All fantastic when going to the restaurant and it is an access of last resort as dangerous at night. we opted to walk the beach at night and get wet wading through the creek entrance to the beach as the safest route. All this being said, we are not precious people and don't mind adventure, but for the money you pay,... seriously think again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony J.

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

great property wish i could afford to buy it .

Great place to stay and relax . I think there need to be some attention taken on the deck where you first come into the property before someone goes through it .
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peace M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute Beach Front

We loved our stay at on the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Perfect!

Beautiful! Just beautiful! Beautiful house, beautiful location.....exactly what my family needed. Thankyou for a lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019