The Boathouse Holiday Rental
The Boathouse is located on Macleay Island, a sub-tropical island located in the Moreton Bay Marine Park and easily accessed from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. The property is set on the beachfront amidst landscaped gardens and offers stunning water views along with spectacular sunsets.
This four bedroom, four bathroom self contained apartment is ideal for group or family getaways. There is a peaceful guest lounge, kitchenette, BBQ, dining area and lots of private areas in the gardens for relaxing. There are three bedrooms with queen-size beds each with a well appointed ensuite. The fourth bedroom is adaptable with either two single beds or a king size bed. This room is access friendly with a huge ensuite.
All bedrooms have private entrances leading to the verandahs and gardens.
Guests receive the complimentary use of sea kayaks, bicycles, fishing equipment, dinghy, golf clubs and a DVD/video library. Breakfast options can be provided for an additional cost and are a three course gourmet delight (special needs can be catered for).
Our tour desk can arrange as many activities as you choose, from eco-tours on nearby islands, beach picnics on secluded beaches, fishing trips, snorkeling, island hopping, plane rides or for you to do absolutely nothing but relax.
Airport pickups and drop offs can be organised, weddings arranged and catered for, whatever you desire we can make happen.
Managed by Macleay Island Accommodation winners of the
2010 Moreton Bay and Islands Tourism Award for Standard Accommodation.
2010 Excellency in Hospitality & Tourism.
2011 Judges Special Commendation Award.
2012 Moreton Bay & Islands Tourism Award for Standard Accommodation.
| Property's terms and conditions | Property's terms and conditions |
|---|---|
| Bond details | On arrival your credit card numbers will be taken. This covers the bond of $500 which is only charged to your card if damage occurs during your visit. |
| Payment details | The nightly charge is inclusive of all linen with the exception of beach towels. This charge is for self contained accommodation only. If the property is left damaged or extremely dirty additional charge will be made. Accommodation can only be paid by credit card (accept most cards). Meals, tour bookings, jetty pick ups will incur an additional fee which can be paid for by EFPOS. If the property is left damaged or extremely dirty additional charge will be made. |
| Business facilities | The Boathouse Bed and Breakfast is ideal for small team building getaways, bonus weekends as a staff reward, running a boat camp from or holding a wedding. All catering needs can be supplied with activities arranged to suit each event. |
| Arrival | 1300hrs |
| Arrival instructions | 24 hours prior to arrival please call Macleay Island Accommodation to advise your estimated arrival time. Check in is from 1:00pm to 4:30pm. On check in you will be asked to provide photo identification and credit card details for a bond. |
| Departure | 1000hrs |
| Getting there | To reach Macleay Island you catch a water taxi or vehicle barge from the seaside suburb of Redland Bay. The water taxi departure point is at the southern end of Banana St. It takes approximately 15 minutes to reach Macleay Island. Bay Islands Transit System can be contacted on 07 3206 8033 for timetable information and fares. If you would like to bring a car, the vehicle barge departure point is approximately an hour drive from both Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Located on Weinham Street, Redland Bay it takes approximately 40 minutes to reach the island. Bay Islander Service can be contacted on 07 3488 5300 for timetable information and fares. Bookings are essential. Airport transfers are available from Brisbane domestic and international terminals for more information call Stan on 0422 691 971. Vehicle hire available on the island at a budget price. Macleay Island taxi and car hire can be contacted on 0414 624510 for bookings and prices. |
| Parking | The Boathouse has off-street car parking available free of charge. There is also boat and trailer parking if necessary. If you wish to arrive on a private vessel, please be aware that Macleay Island is tidal and plan your trip around the tides. |
| Things to do | Macleay Island is sheltered in the vast marine park of Moreton Bay. It is rich in native flora and fauna, edged with mangrove foreshores and sandy beaches, providing respite from the outside world. An eco-tourism dream and bird watcher’s nirvana, the island offers a variety of experiences. The calm waters are great for swimming, fishing, sea kayaking and snorkeling. Visitors can enjoy gourmet breakfasts, champagne sunsets, al fresco dining, arts & crafts or curl up with a book and just relax. Mingle with the locals playing golf, lawn bowls or tennis, explore the bicycle and heritage trials. Watch the dolphins, turtles, dugongs or go for beach walks. Stay a few days and get the full island experience by slipping into "island time". |