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Apartment in Nelly Bay

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews

Tropical island views of the beautiful Coral Sea

The penthouse corner apartment faces the beautiful Coral Sea with ocean views. Personally decorated with top quality furnishings, it's located in the Mercure Resort, Nelly Bay, where you'll have access to gyms & 4 pools. There is no BBQ on balcony, but there are 3 BBQ's in the resort. A 5 min walk from the ferry terminal, IGA, Bottle-o and local bus stop to access beaches & bays, or hire an island car to explore this beautiful unspoilt island paradise. Installed with fast WIFI & Netflix.

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Rental unit in Nelly Bay

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Marina Poolside View Nelly Bay Magnetic Island

You will have the best of all worlds staying at this amazing apartment with sensational views of the marina with Maggie Islands iconic hills and rock formations in the background. Everything you need is at your fingertips - restaurants, cafe, pubs, shopping, the Great Barrier Reef, snorkeling, diving and local co-hosts who will get you settled into your apartment, give you a quick tour of the island or tips on where to go and assist you with anything you need - Rod and Paula are at your service!

Rental unit in Nelly Bay

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews

Panoramic Ocean Views 2 bed/2 bath Unit, Nelly Bay

Absolute water front unit a few mins walk from Ferry & Bus Terminal. Ground floor, fully Air-conditioned 2 bedroom (1xKing +2 King Singles), 2.5 bathroom unit. Uninterrupted ocean views from all living areas & bedrooms. Main patio with a 6-seat table has a private gate to infinity pool and opens onto an ocean-facing grass area visited by rock wallabies. Main bedroom has its own patio. Windows are screened. Separate laundry with washer & clothes dryer. ADSL WiFi. Lounge has smart TV & Netflix.

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Home in Arcadia

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

NEW Home"Reef Shack" sleep-9

Newly built QLD, Island home. Sea view, light breezy & direct beach access along a private path. Flat level lawn , fire pit & native trees. You might even spot a Koala. Indoor/Outdoor living at its best . An enormous open plan kitchen, dining & living which flows to the decking ,BBQ, ice machine & bar fridge. Large TV with Chromecast and high speed internet with unlimited data. Individually zoned, new air conditioner in each room . Parties welcome at a small fee. Entry from parking 15 steps.

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Cottage in Nelly Bay

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews

Island Cottages •

New fully equipped 2 bedroom house only a block away from Nelly Bay beach on tropical Magnetic Island. It can be rented as a 1 bedroom (2nd beroom will be locked if booked for 2 pax) or 2 bedroom house depending on your needs. There is a queen size bed in both bedrooms. Great central location, less than a minute walk to the beach, grocery store, pharmacy, clinic, playground, public BBQ on the beach front and bottle shop. Couple minutes to cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, bakery and bank.

Rental unit in Nelly Bay

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

Bright Point Double Absolute

Our appartment is the pick of this complex. If you wanted to be any closer to the ocean you'll have to be on a boat. It is located on the very private harbour entrance front corner with two verandas, a private yard where the Rock Wallabies come to feed and the only unit with direct access to the harbour side walkway. The complex has 4 spectacular pools and is only a two minute walk to the Island ferries, bus service, supermarket and nearest restaurant. You'll absolutely love Magnetic Island.

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Cabin in Magnetic Island

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews

Marguerites on Magnetic Pool Cabana

Tropical 1/2 acre retreat alive with bird calls and wildlife,hosting a 10m cool deep pool with lawns and sun lounges for lazing. New Pool Cabana 1 Queen with ensuite open lounge and kitchen with exotic Balinese day bed looking out onto the sweeping deck under the giant ponciana tree with swings and a hammock for siestas. 5 min stroll through the butterfly forrest to Horseshoe Bay for shops ,cafe,restaurants,Tavern ,bus,national park trails,watersports and the best Magnetic sunsets.

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Cottage in Horseshoe Bay

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

Sunshine Shack - The Little Beach Shacks

Sunshine Shack; an original island shack from yester-year. Located a short two- minute walk from the Horseshoe Bay beachfront, shops, resturants, cafes, swimming enclosure and National Park walking trails. Sunshine Shack allows you to switch off, slow down and connect with yourself and the company you are with. A place that makes you feel like it is your very own island shack you are returning to. Embrace the island style way of living here at @thelittle_beachshacks Sunshine Shack.

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Guest suite in Nelly Bay

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

Private self contained 1 bedroom unit.

Located on a no through road amidst tropical palms is our fully self contained 1 bedroom unit on the ground floor of our home. Surrounded by native bush and wildlife you get to experience the real Maggie just 1.5km from the ferry terminal and a 3 minute walk to the bus stop. Fully air conditioned or enjoy the fresh air and wildlife sounds by utilizing the ceiling fans throughout. Share our large private pool with gorgeous tropical surrounds. Off street parking is available.

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Home in Nelly Bay

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Dacha on Maggie No #1 First Class Island Luxury

SLEEPS UP TO 18 PEOPLE! This brand new fully air-conditioned, Luxury entertainer has: - 6 bedrooms sleeps up to 12 people in King Beds (Hotel Quality). ALL KING BEDS HAVE A ZIPPER AND CAN BE SPLIT ON REQUEST - 1 Bunk Room sleeps up to 6 Dacha on Maggie is designed specifically for Larger groups and Families During the weekends, school holidays, long weekends, Easter, Christmas, NYE the minimum number of the guests for the booking is 6 guests!

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Home in Horseshoe Bay

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 343 reviews

NEW! Maggie A-frame hideaway

Maggie A-frame is a beautiful wooden a-frame house situated in Horseshoe Bay on tropical Magnetic Island. The island itself is within the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, easily located by a short ferry ride from Townsville, Queensland. Surrounded by palm trees and mango trees, Maggie A-frame houses five lucky guests – with hammocks and a large garden filled with birds and tropical plants.

Guest suite in Nelly Bay

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews

Mandalay Pavilion

Tranquil, private and built for the tropics, Mandalay Pavilion is located within walking distance of the Nelly Bay foreshore, ferry terminal, shops, restaurants and cafes. Architecturally designed to capture light and breezes this self-contained pavilion set in lush gardens is the ideal space to retreat to on your Magnetic Island getaway.

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Home in Arcadia

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews

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Home in Horseshoe Bay

5 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

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Home in Bushland Beach

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews

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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviews

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Home in Magnetic Island

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews

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Home in Magnetic Island

4.77 out of 5 average rating, 92 reviews

Samsara Holiday House includes Wi-Fi

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Home in Magnetic Island

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 71 reviews

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Home in Picnic Bay

5 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

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Rental unit in Hermit Park

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

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Rental unit in Townsville

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

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Rental unit in Townsville

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews

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Rental unit in North Ward

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Full Air Conditioned 2 Bedroom city unit wifi pool

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Rental unit in Townsville

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews

Helen & Rob's Tropical Retreat

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Rental unit in North Ward

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 361 reviews

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Rental unit in North Ward

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

BEACHFRONT, STRAND & Waterpark

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Rental unit in Townsville City

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

At Strand Marina-Ground Floor with Courtyard

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Private room in Townsville City

5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Panoramic view

Apartment in South Townsville

4.62 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Water views, spacious, walking distance to Stadium

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Apartment in Pimlico

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews

Gatehouse By The Gardens

Private room in Magnetic Island

4.64 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Sails on Horseshoe Beachfront 2 Bedroom Apartment

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Apartment in North Ward

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 252 reviews

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Private room in South Townsville

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

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