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Perfect Holiday Apartment Mermaid Beach
I was amazed at the condition of the apartment, the location and the amenities provided. I stayed with my 2 sons (20 & 22) for a mini reunion and their first words when they walked in was, "WOW, Mum. Well done!!" We could get to anywhere within a 10 min walk: beach, cafes, restaurants and shopping (Pacific Fair is so huge). It was even easy to access the hire e-bikes and head up to Surfers Paradise for the day, with a stop at Broadbeach Markets along the way. The quality of the inclusions (kitchen, bathrooms, linens) was incredible. There is literally nothing you could want for in this unit. Just bring your clothes and unpack and unwind. I could go on for ages about how much we loved this apartment, but let's just say - if I ever win lotto, this is where we are moving to!!!

Tropical Minimalist Architecture Villa with Pool
Great place to stay, quiet location, walking distance to the beach. Cleve sent clear instructions prior to arrival which made check in super easy. Would definitely stay here again.

Adorable 2 bedroom guest house with pool access
Everything is really good and as expected, but sometimes I need to clean the swimming pool by ourselves due to uncontrollable animal activity. I will definitely consider to stay at this place next time.

Mountain Tree House
Cockatoos, Rainbow lorikeets, Rosellas and more came to visit on the deck, endless entertainment, pure joy. Beautiful and serene, couldn't have asked for a better place to unwind and relax. If you needed anything Kim and Tom were there to help. Their home is gorgeous, clean, modern, light, airy and recently renovated with high quality fittings. We enjoyed our time so much we were lucky enough to have the opportunity to extend our stay. It really was a most enjoyable and memorable time in Tamborine Mountain.

Modern Palm Beach getaway to suit whole family
What sets hosts apart is how they respond when there’s a problem during the stay. Kim was super fast when we needed help, much more responsive than the superhost norm. Very impressed - thanks! (Also- their place makes exploring the Gold Coast really easy. And you can self cater really well in the well equipped kitchen which saves a ton!)

Simply Paradise
Kathy’s place is spotless, the bed linen were beautiful and towels so fresh. Kathy’s places has everything you could need plus more. Everything is close by foot nothing was more than 12-15 mins walk but you also had the option of the light rail right outside. There is a great bottle shop, convenience shop, pizza shop and take away just two mins walk away which was great when you have been a the theam parks all day. The only negative is there is street noise due to the fantastic location but you get that everywhere in surfers. I highly recommend Kathy’s place it’s fabulous.

19th FLOOR TWIN QUEEN BEDS IN UPMARKET HOTEL
fantastic apartment, incredibly well thought out with everything you would possibly need for a stay. Sally was great to deal with. would highly recommend.

Superb 3BR Apartment Pool Wi-fi 2 Park opp beach
Lisa was very friendly and helpful, great communication throughout and made us felt very welcomed. Apartment was spacious with everything you need. Lovely pool and great location to all tourists sites. There’s a construction site opposite but didn’t affect our stay. Thank you.
Your guide to South Stradbroke Island
All About South Stradbroke Island
Off the Gold Coast of Queensland, South Stradbroke Island is often referred to as South Straddie, or its Indigenous name of Minjerribah. Only a few hundred metres from the mainland, it’s accessible via a private boat, ferry, or water taxi, and is the most southern sand island in Moreton Bay.
South Stradbroke is made up mostly of sand dunes, though there’s also rainforests, mangroves, and mudflats to explore. It’s a gorgeous location for spotting wildlife, including Australia’s only colony of golden swamp wallabies, and you can also often see humpback whales passing by between July and October. The eastern side of the island has a decent surf break and is popular with wave riders and jet-skiers, while the calmer, western side is an ideal spot for boating or fishing. There are also plenty of great places around South Stradbroke to simply relax and watch the sunset.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in South Stradbroke Island
South Stradbroke island is a pleasant place to visit at any time of year. Summer is the most popular season, especially over the school holidays, with daily temperatures usually hovering around 26 degrees Celsius. Humidity can be high and it’s common to have thunderstorms after long, hot summer days. Autumn is a lovely time to visit, when it’s cooler and drier but the water is still warm enough for a dip. Spring is also quite mild, with average temperatures of around 23 degrees, but days can be windy. Even winter is fairly mild on Stradbroke Island, with temperatures rarely dipping below 20 degrees in the middle of the day.
Top things to do in South Stradbroke Island
Quandamooka history
The island has a long Indigenous history, starting with the Quandamooka people, who lived here some 21,000 years prior to European settlement. Today, there are local tour operators who can take you on a guided walk of the island, and teach you about the Quandamooka people, including their approach to medicine and hunting techniques.
North Gorge Walk
There’s no more efficient way to experience the unspoiled beauty of South Stradbroke Island than by taking the North Gorge Walk — a 1-kilometre trek that starts at Point Lookout and runs along the headland. The views from here are spectacular, and you’re likely to see all kinds of marine life, including whales, dolphins, manta rays, and turtles.
Wildlife spotting
Nature looms large on this island, and there are plenty of ways to appreciate the native wildlife from a safe distance. See a colony of golden swamp wallabies that congregate around the North Gorge Walk, as well as koalas hiding in the trees. There’s a good chance you’ll see dolphins at the jetty at Amity Point at sunrise and sunset. Throughout winter and spring, you can also often see migrating humpback whales.
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