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Great Sandy Straits - Home with an Amazing View
Our Round House is located on a Rural Coastal Acreage, the edge of the Great Sandy Straits overlooking Fraser Island and the glorious blue waters on this area. Recently renovated and very comfortable we offer three bedrooms - the main Queen Bedroom upstairs has air conditioning, tv and an ensuite whilst downstairs is the Queen Bedroom and Twin Bedroom with the shared bathroom. There is also a separate toilet upstairs. Other areas to enjoy are the Lounge, Dining Room, BBQ, reading retreat & deck.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 479 reviews
Stylish 2brm Apt, B'fast Inc, Close to Fraser Is.
Welcome, WE are the Gateway to Fraser Is. & Lady Elliot. Quiet Semi rural area edge of town, .8 mins to Fraser Island Ferry, 6 mins to Airport/shops .9-13 mins town/marina with the best value 2brm Apt in H.bay (On ground level) PLEASE NOTE NOTsuitable for children UNDER 4 yrs. Pool, BBQ. A light B'fast inc.We are booking agents for all Kgari island Tours, 4wd hire, Whale watching & Lady Elliot Is..The apartment is on Ground level with easy access. Suitable for large vehicles, Caravan,boats Etc.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 801 reviews
Amethyst Cove Guest Suite Executive Stay
Escape & relax! Amethyst Cove Guest Suite is a private executive accommodation awaiting you! Attached to our new architecturally designed home, with its own entrance & full seperate amenities including kitchen & bathroom. Offering the sights & sounds of the Great Sandy Straights and overlooking K’Gari (Fraser Island), be serenaded to sleep & peacefully awakened by the lapping of the waves and birdsong this unique area offers. Enter through the private electric gate, park, unpack and relax.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 273 reviews
Executive Container & Cabin| Pool | Pets OK
Experience a modern designer executive container home and stand alone Cabin. it’s in the sleepy township of River Heads. Built from 3 shipping containers, it’s eco-friendly with features including open-plan living and breathtaking ocean views to K’gari Island, the property is on over half an acre and comes with a Magnesium Pool. The rooftop balcony with table and bar stools, and large shed with bathroom and laundry. Just a 5-minute drive to the jetty and for ferries to K'gari Island. Bliss!!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
Virtue Farm near Fraser Is. comfortable & b'fast
Our ground floor 2 bedroom granny flat is for your exclusive use. It has unlimited wi-fi and is situated on our developing farm with acres for you to explore and an abundance of wildlife to enjoy. Whilst not luxury accommodation, it is private, clean and comfortable and includes basic breakfast. Family friendly with plenty of room for your boat, caravan or camper. Virtue Farm is a 33 acre property overlooking K'gari (Fraser Island), with 27 acres of remnant forest. Kangaroos visit daily.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews
RIVERVIEW HOMESTEAD ( Eco Friendly )
Just relax enjoying at beautiful river view overlooking Mary river and sugarcane fields on the front veranda. Just feel so free and chill out completely watching boats sail by with fantastic beautiful sunsets. Great for Honeymoons and families. Enjoy the lovely 7-acre gardens and fruit trees with river access and dams with birdlife. Have BBQ with outdoor sitting area or sit around the large fire pit. A peaceful quiet location between Maryborough and Hervey Bay in the peaceful river view.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 380 reviews
Coastal CHARM waterfront property, AMAZINg views
Welcome to your front-row seat on the Great Sandy Strait. Hervey Bay isn’t just a destination—it’s the whale capital of the world. Sitting directly alongside the Great Sandy Strait Marine Park, this home was designed to be much more than just a bed for the night. It’s a place to slow down, breathe in the salt air, and soak in uninterrupted water and harbour views. Whether you’re sipping on a drink or enjoying the firepit. This is your sanctuary on the coast... Worker are welcome.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
Natures retreat, a romantic getaway in Hervey Bay
Unwind and relax in this unique tiny home, offering a truly peaceful escape. Perfect for a romantic getaway, whale-watching season, trips to K’gari, or as a base for visiting Lady Elliot Island. 14 minutes to the Fraser Island ferry and 10 minutes to the Hervey Bay marina, beaches, restaurants, and Urangan Pier. Enjoy sunset views from the verandah or cosy up by the fire pit with your favourite beverage, keep an eye out for local wildlife, including kangaroos that often pass through.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews
Bird watchers paradise - 2 bdrm self cont. unit.
Surrounded by a three-acre waterhole that attracts a myriad of bird life, our property is a true haven for nature lovers. Join Sally for an early morning bird watch or bird count from the main house verandah, wander the back paddocks, and take in the glorious sunsets. We’re just 8 km from the heritage city of Maryborough, 35 minutes from Hervey Bay, and about an hour and a half from Rainbow Beach. Or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the peace and quiet (except for some noisy birds).
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews
Small but tidy
This unique place has a style all its own. So close to River Heads boat ramp to Fraser/K’Gari Island. Near IGA shops, Chemist, Restaurant and Cafe and 12 mins to Airport Hervey Bay and only 15-20mins to Hospital and Shopping Centre’s Hervey Bay. Small self contained room with secure parking. We are a family of 4 living upstairs so you might hear young kids playing. We are mostly at work from 8-6 weekdays and usually home on weekends. We are easy going and happy to help we’re we can.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
Palm View with a magnesium mineral pool Hervey Bay
Palm View is a 1 bedroom unit. with a private entry. You have your own bathroom, open plan, kitchen, and dining. It comes with ducted air con and ceiling fans. The sliding door leads out onto the private courtyard with outdoor furniture. The magnesium mineral pool feels silky and smooth on your skin and can help ease your aches and pains, a great way to relax and unwind. The pool is a shared space. There is also another outdoor area next to the pool to relax or have a barbeque.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 374 reviews
Wind Song - River Heads
K’gari Views & Coastal Bliss: Architecturally Designed Retreat Experience ultimate relaxation in this stunning, eco-conscious sanctuary overlooking the Great Sandy Strait. Perched in the tranquil gateway to K’gari, our architecturally designed residence offers the perfect blend of modern luxury and serene, environmentally conscious living. Whether you are seeking a peaceful escape or an adventurous base to explore the region, this home is your private slice of paradise.
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsPopular amenities for River Heads vacation rentals
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