🌟 Special Offer! 🌟
Stay 3 nights (Mon–Thurs) or 4 nights (Mon–Fri) at a special rate! Valid outside QLD school holidays until 30 June 2025.
🏡 Hilltop Retreat with 180° Water Views 🌅
This spacious 5-bedroom home on ½ acre of private gardens offers breathtaking views of Moreton Bay & Brisbane CBD.
🌿 Nature, Tranquility & Stunning Sunsets 🏝️
Perfect for families & friends who love wildlife and serenity.
📅 Calendar updated until 31 Jan 2026.
Aqua @ Straddie View 🌅
A spacious 5-bedroom hilltop retreat on ½ acre of private grounds, nestled in an ultra-quiet cul-de-sac behind Dunwich. Offering breathtaking 180° water views over Moreton Bay & Brisbane CBD, this home is perfect for families, groups, and remote workers seeking tranquility and nature.
*** Note: We take possession of this property late March 2025, it will be available to rent from 4 April 2025 onwards. The photos used in this listing are taken in January 2025, during the property's sale campaign. Note the furniture in the listing photos is from the previous owners. During your stay the furniture will be different…. think costal mid-century meets Scandinavian and Hamptons! You will LOVE IT!
Note: For almost 10 years we have been hosting the property next door Sunset @ Straddie View (4 Illawong Cres, Duwnich) for rent, which is a very similar property that hosts up to 11 guests. Both houses can be jointly booked, accommodating up to 23 guests across 10 bedrooms. Perfect for family gatherings, birthday celebrations and corporate retreats.
Why You'll Love this house 💙
🌿 Serene & Private – Relax in nature with uninterrupted bay views from three bedrooms, the lounge, and the kitchen.
🦘 Wildlife Encounters – Meet Boomer the resident kangaroo, watch sugar gliders leaping through the trees, and spot eagles, kites, and kookaburras soaring above.
🏡 Ultimate Comfort – Sleeps 12 guests across 9 beds (1 King, 2 Queens, 2 Singles, 4 Single bunk beds), reverse cycle air-con (3 units), and NBN WiFi.
🔥 Outdoor Oasis – Large covered entertaining area, BBQ (gas included), hammocks, and a fire pit for cozy winter nights.
📺 Entertainment Galore – 2 large TVs, Platinum Foxtel (all channels), DVD players, books, and board games.
Spacious & Well-Appointed Bedrooms 🛏️
Each bedroom is thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy, featuring quality bedding, black out curtains, fans:
• Master Suite – King-size pillow-top bed, en-suite, built-in wardrobe, celling fan, air-con, TV, and stunning Moreton Bay views.
• Bedroom 2 & 3 – Queen-size pillow-top beds, built-in wardrobes, ceiling fan’s and stunning Moreton Bay views.
• Bedroom 4 – Two single pillow-top beds, build in robe, celing fan, study desk, with a peaceful bush outlook.
• Bedroom 5 (Rumpus Room) – 1 King-size pillow-top bed and 1 Sofa Bed (sleeps 4 beds in total), air-con, and an open space perfect for young families, a group of kids or teens.
Fully Equipped Kitchen – Just Like Home! 🍳
This is not your typical holiday rental kitchen—it has everything you need for group meals and gourmet cooking:
✔ Dishwasher, stove/oven, microwave
✔ Nespresso Lattissima espresso machine for your morning coffee
✔ Rice cooker, slow cooker, food processor & blender
✔ Wok, baking trays, and full cookware set
✔ Large fridge/freezer and ample pantry space
Outdoor Living at Its Best 🌅
The huge covered patio is perfect for gathering, featuring:
✔ 12-seater wooden dining table
✔ 4-burner BBQ (gas included)
✔ Fire Pit (available in winter) with log seating
✔ Hammocks & a spacious lawn
✔ Secure parking for multiple cars & boats.
Spectacular Views & Wildlife Encounters 🦘
From sunrise to sunset, enjoy unparalleled views of Moreton Bay’s turquoise waters, boats, and city lights. Watch storms roll in from 500km away or enjoy the night sky illuminated by Brisbane’s twinkling CBD skyline.
• Meet the locals – Kangaroos, sugar gliders, curlews, and goannas.
• Birdwatching haven – Spot eagles, kites, kingfishers, and cockatoos.
• Dolphins & whales – See them play in Moreton Bay.
• Ideal for Families, Groups & Remote Workers 🏖️
• Multiple families & friends – Spacious indoor/outdoor areas to enjoy together.
• Work-from-home escape – Unlimited NBN WiFi, peaceful surroundings, and inspiring views.
• Creative retreats – A perfect place to write, paint, or reflect with nature.
Location & Activities 🚗
📍 Dunwich (5 Illawong Crescent) – A quiet and peaceful location, just:
✅ 3 mins to Dunwich township, shops, ferries and stunning calm water Lady Loch and Adams beaches.
✅ 15–20 mins to Point Lookout & Amity’s surf beaches
✅ Less than 10 mins to Main Beach for surfing & fishing
✅ 20-min bush walk or 5-min drive to Brown Lake (soothing natural fresh water tea tree lake)
✅ 5 mins to NSI Golf Course – Relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere
✅ 7 mins to Blue Lake – A sacred and serene nature reserve
House Features & Amenities 🏡
✔ Unlimited FREE WiFi
✔ 3x air-conditioners (fans & insect screens throughout)
✔ Fully equipped kitchen – Everything you need for a home-cooked meal
✔ Large carport with flat parking – Plenty of space for cars & boats
✔ Laundry – 10kg washing machine and dryer
Linen & Bedding 🛏️
• All linen professionally laundered before your stay.
• All beds have 100% cotton sheets and pillows provided.
• You may choose to BYO warm bedding (quilts/blankets), or hire from us for a small fee:
o Quilt (winter) – $55 per bed
o Cotton blanket (spring/autumn) – $30 per bed
o Empty quilt cover (summer) – $15 per bed
Special Offers & Discounts 💰
🌟 Current Deal: 3-night (Mon–Thurs) & 4-night (Mon–Fri) discounts available until September 2025 (outside QLD school holidays). Message us for details!
🌟 Long-stay discounts – Stay a month or longer at a reduced rate!
Important Notes 🚫
🚭 No pets – The property isn’t fenced & is home to local wildlife.
🎉 No parties or events – We have security cameras & strict no-party policies.
Owner-Managed for a Personalized Experience 👩💼
We respond quickly (usually within an hour) to inquiries and are happy to provide local tips—or give you complete privacy.
📅 Calendar & Rates updated until 31 Jan 2026!
