30 km (18.6 miles) southeast of Brisbane lies the charming North Stradbroke Island, Queensland. This island experiences an endless summer with its untouched pristine waters and teeming wildlife. It is an ideal location for nature lovers and for those who enjoy water activities because of its stunning beaches. Perfect for families, couples or a solo trip, this natural paradise is welcoming of anyone who wants to experience its culture, food, and scenic views. Here is a list of Stayz accommodations you can consider when you’re in Straddie.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Spacious vacation home in central location (from USD 254)
Built with six bedrooms, this two-story beach house is suitable for large families. This eco-friendly house boasts an ocean view visible from the deck, solar panels, screened louvers, and extensive insulation. Both floors have the same open plan layout with a lounge suite, dining, kitchen area, and the decks are equipped with outdoor settings but only the upper deck has a barbecue. It is conveniently located in the old part of Point Lookout and is near to shops, cafes and public transport. Few of the popular beaches such as Cylinder, Deadmans, Frenchmans, and Main Beach can be reached on foot or by car.
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generous space and well equippedthe house has everything that you may need to make your stay comfortablegreat bbq on the upper decklarge or small groups! disappointed that the whale viewing platform was not included due to safetytwo seperate living areasCleanliness:
lovely ocean viewsthe property was really clean and lovelythe house is spacious and can easily accommodate a large groupHost:
communication with the owner was easy and friendlygrant was always available via text and quick to respond to questionsgreat! house was well appointed with all amenities coveredowner is very easy to deal with alsowas there over summer and on the hottest days you could always pick up a breeze and was never hotRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk to everywhere- beaches, shops pubit is in a great position, close to shops and restaurants and has a lovely viewgreat house in a fabulous locationthe house is well positioned with easy access to all parts of point lookoutgreat location
2. Comfortable house in tranquil location (from USD 217)
This house is meant for people who want to reconnect with nature and appreciate the wildlife. It is nestled in the quiet area of Dunwich that is a 20-minute drive from Point Lookout. This accommodation has 5 bedrooms and can comfortably host up to 12 people. It has an extensive outdoor area furnished with a 6-burner barbecue, a sand pit and a backyard where you see kangaroos and sugar gliders. Aside from its tranquil location, it also offers a clear view of Moreton Bay’s waters and the Glasshouse Mountains on a clear day. It is also close to Brown Lake, the Golf Club, Blue Lake, Dunwich township, and Main Beach.
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and that viewfamily of 7 adultsplenty of space with indoor and outdoor living & dining areas catering to our dual family staythe house was well equipped with all you could possibly need and moreall the beds were really comfortableCleanliness:
clean and fresh inside with ample air conditioningthe kitchen, lounge and dining rooms were also very well thought out and had everything we needed and morethe beautiful view from most of the rooms, most importantly from the living areas and main bedroom, made for a thoroughly relaxing and rejuvenating stayHost:
the host was super friendly and very accommodating with all our requeststhis home is well appointed and comfortablebeautifully set up holiday stay with a wonderful outlook and view for bbqs and restsit was so good for our souls -the hosts, kate and pip, gave us an extremely warm welcome which always makes a stay extra special knowing people really care about the quality of your time in their h...stunning views and a great houseRead more reviewsLocation:
located in a very quiet and high position, just a couple of minutes drive from dunwich shops and the ferry terminalthe house is well appointed and thoughtfully kitted out with incidental items, from basic condiments to board gamesthe house layout works well and there was plenty of room for everyonegreat location for brown lake that the whole family loved swimming, kayaking and sunbathing atwe spent a week in this lovely home just after the christmas festivities so we were looking for a relaxing spot for 3 families to enjoy each other's company
3. Beachfront house with whale watching tower (from USD 238)
Cylinder Beach House is the ultimate accommodation that captures the true “Straddie Beach Holiday.” The main house is built with a whale watching tower where you can admire the beauty of Cylinder Beach and maybe spot a whale. This whole accommodation can host eight people and their pet. The main house has one large room with bunk beds for five people and a complete bathroom. There are two bedrooms and a viewing deck in the whale watching tower. Since it is at the top level, it has the best views of the sunrise and sunset. The tower and the house is connected by a deck where you can barbecue and dine outdoors. Gorge Walk, cafes and a surf club are a short distance away from this house.
4. Peaceful cottage in Straddie (from USD 100)
This 2-room cottage can easily accommodate four people with their pets. It is situated within the naturally peaceful bushland amongst the native wildlife and birds. The kitchen is fully furnished with all the basic necessities. The cottage also comes with a cozy outdoor barbecue area. Starfish on Straddie is just 1 km (0.62 miles) away from the beach and Gorge walk.
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lovely relaxing space with everything you need providedquiet and cosy at nightthe second bedroom is small with a bunk bed but our kids were perfectly happy with itthe mattress on the main bed was very soft and indented but comfortable for onegreat to be able to bring my little chihuahuaCleanliness:
clean and neatvery clean and tidystarfish cottage was so clean and had everything we neededspacious, clean and well appointed accommodationplace was clean and tidy upon arrivalHost:
all facilities in good orderwe had a couple of extra personal requests which she went above and beyond to accommodatecarolyn went out of her way to make our holiday fantasticvery nice place where to spend few relaxing days with the familyabsolutely loved our stay and appreciated the fast, last minute booking requestRead more reviewsLocation:
quiet locationthe dvds were a huge bonusdoggy area is fantastic and close to the beacheswe had a wonderful stay here and found everything just greatthe check in and check out processes are simple and no fuss
5. Secluded eco cabin (from USD 99)
This delightful eco cabin is stylishly designed with a mezzanine bedroom that can fit three people and an open plan layout for the lounge and dining areas. It is fully equipped with the general amenities like a fridge, a big screen plasma television, a washing machine, and the Weber Q barbeque out on the deck is an added bonus. It is situated in a natural environment and surrounded by greenery resulting in a stress-free holiday.
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the receptionist and the owners was fantastic and accommodated our needsthe shack was a little cold as it only has aircon not reverse cycleonly one of the large roller blind has a cord to open itthe shared pool area was an added bonuseverything we needed was providedCleanliness:
great value for money, and very clean and tidythe cabin was clean and comfortable to stay inthe shack itself needed a good clean & some maintenance! not sure if the owners are aware of thisHost:
great deck with bbq, airconditioning and tv etcbeautiful resort, friendliest resort staff and the most gorgeous little shackgreat resort with excellent facilities, excellent foodbeing able to lock the key in the box each time was so convenient as we could both come and go as we please and we didn't risk losing them while out & aboutwe used the dishwashing sachet cleaning all the dirty cups & glasses on arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
check it out!right across from the beach and all you needthe pool area is lovely, plenty of seating to chill out on, the beach is so close and so beautifulgreat location, well kept resortand there was also no cell service for my phone provider (optus)
6. Family home with amazing views (from USD 268)
This two-level beach home is located at Point Lookout near pristine sandy beaches, shops, and cafes. The property has four bedrooms which makes it an ideal home for families or couples. The first floor has an open plan layout with a yard while a spacious covered deck with seating and a gourmet barbecue is located on the second floor. Popular beaches such as Cylinder, Deadman, and Frenchmans are just a few minutes walk from this house.
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many little extras provided by the owners to make your stay enjoyablebeach chairs much appreciatedit suited us as it has dual living, so kids downstairs, adults upstairspleanty of roomit had everything we neededCleanliness:
accomodation was clean, and close to everything we neededexcellent location, brilliant layout, clean, tidy and had everything that we neededeverything we needed and more! extremely comfortablethe house was clean and fresh with all the mod consHost:
we had a very relaxing holidaya fabulous family house, well appointed and in close proximity to all amenities and especially the beacheasily accomodated three couples and a couple of kids, with all having a wonderful timehouse was greatawesome beach house for 2 families with kidsRead more reviewsLocation:
a wonderful "beach house"walking distance to shops, beaches and parksthe beach house is like a home away from home in the perfect location in point lookout, close to everythingwalking distance to the beach, pub, local shop and the best gelato & coffeebeautiful house
7. Elegant house with Japanese influence (from USD 292)
This beautiful house designed with wooden interiors is able to host five people in its three bedrooms. Cypress House Point elegantly emulates a Japanese home with its wise use of space for a comfortable and tranquil stay. It is located in a natural setting exuding a relaxed and laid back environment. It is also near Cylinder, Deadies, Frenchmans, and Main Beach.
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the beds are super comfythe outdoor shower was an added surpriseopen all doors and windows, pour a drink and enjoy the peacegood beds, shower outside is greatgood outdoor shower and good lounging placesHost:
a wonderful house set amongst the treesgreat house - very thoughtful designbook and enjoypeterfour of us enjoyed a wonderful 3-night getaway herewe raided the pantry of spices and made the most amazing fresh prawn curryRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful beaches just a short walk away, and handy shop nearbythe house is just lovelyit was so peaceful and a very restful place to stayour daughter has been asking to go back to that "awesome" house on straddie ever sinceone of the best on the island and very well equiped
8. Beautiful house with ocean views
Perfect for a whole-week getaway, Broadley’s accommodation is a 7-night minimum booking. Stay cozy at this enormous 3-story house with 4 bedrooms and an expansive terrace facing the ocean where you can lounge or dine in comfort. Equipped with complete kitchenware and entertainment amenities such as TVs and free WiFi, this house can lodge up to 10 people and your dogs are welcome too. Cylinder Beach is 700 meters (2296 feet) away from this house and it’s just a few minutes walk to the iconic Straddie Pub.
Point Lookout, QLD, AU
1.14 km (0.8 mi) from North Gorge WalkAccommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 1
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beds super comfortablelarge rumpus and tv downstairs for kidsthe kitchen is well equipped and the rumpus room downstairs was perfect for teenagersgreat location, beautiful view, fully equipped kitchen, comfy beds, quiet and peacefulwe were unable to keep the deck doors open or windows in the living areas open at night due there being no insect screensCleanliness:
very clean and most comfortablethe house was well equipped and cleanwe had a great week at broadleys, and dog enjoyed it too! house is very spacious and verandah is wonderfulspacious and clean but not really dog friendlybeach umbrellas, chairs and boogie boards were also in the garage ready for useHost:
our dog bree, she was so goodthis house ticked all the boxes and made for a relaxing and fabulous holidaybarbeque was very dirty toothe only complaint we had was the house could do with a thorough spring clean of walls etc, they are getting quite grubby with gecko pooeven with so many people as well as our dogs we were not crammed and still had heaps of room to move aroundRead more reviewsLocation:
dogs enjoyed it!plenty of space to spread out, good walking distance to the shops and the beach but high enough to capture sea breezesseemed to be a pretty quiet neighbourhood too which was great! had a beautiful view from upstairs balcony which was also a safe design for my toddlershort walk down to the hotel for an evening meal and drinks and easy for the beach to walk the bowiesthe walk down to the beach and back is great was great for keeping fit!!
Stradbroke Island is the place to be
Water activities, a casual stroll on the beach or a historical walk, Stradbroke Island is a natural paradise that will surely keep you relaxed and recharge you during your vacation. Interested in sunbathing, swimming, surfing and whale watching? Experience it all here in Straddie.
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