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Shipwreck Sands

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Beach nearby
A modern two-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony.
A modern living room with two green sofas, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A park with palm trees, a bench, and a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, an air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Picnic Bay, QLD
  • Place, Picnic Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Magnetic Island National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Magnetic Island Golf Course
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shipwreck Sands

Summary:

Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. Built at the very end of the Picnic Bay Esplanade this home enjoys wonderful views across the bay.



The Space:

4 Bedroom beach house with pool



Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. Built at the very end of the Picnic Bay Esplanade this home enjoys wonderful views across the bay, the boulders of Hawkings Point and a fringe of tropical bushland ensures your privacy. Shipwreck Sands is in a beautiful and tranquil absolute beachfront section of Picnic Bay.



Shipwreck Sands is nestled at the east end of the Picnic Bay beachfront. This is the last property fringed by bushland on one side that attracts an array of birdlife that you will appreciate from inside or outside this lovely home. Shipwreck Sands overlooks a lush, grassed foreshore on the edge of the sand, nothing to obstruct the beautiful view. A perfect home to take in the view across the bay and the magnificent granite boulders of Hawkings Point.



Within easy walking distance you can throw a fishing line off the historic jetty, relax and enjoy a delicious meal at the foreshore restaurants and cafes, explore walking tracks to stunning coral sea lookouts, play a round of golf at the local course or simply enjoy the peace of quiet and beautiful surrounds of this magnificent property.



This house features comfortable furnishings and decor throughout. The architecturally designed home has used angles and windows to capture the tropical breeze and plenty of light. A front deck brings the outside in and you can enjoy the view across the Coral Sea to Townsville on the horizon. The private side deck makes the perfect place to enjoy the pool and outside dining area.



This home is suitable for both couples and families featuring 4 bedrooms. There are 2 queen beds and an option to have 4 king single beds or 2 king beds. The main bedroom features an ensuite plus there are 2 additional bathrooms.



This property is professionally managed by Best of Magnetic, Magnetic Island's No.1 accommodation business.



 

Bedding Configuration :



Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bed

Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen Bed

Bedroom 3: 1 x King Bed OR 2 x Single Beds

Bedroom 4: 1 x King Bed OR 2 x Single Beds

You must advise us of your preference for bedding configuration at the time of booking or charges may apply.



Property specific note :

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Schoolies or School leavers will not be accepted.



Guest Access:

You will have access to the whole house.



The Neighborhood:

Magnetic Island is located 8km from Townsville and accessible by passenger or vehicle ferries.

67% of Magnetic Island is National Park Land, allowing for 36km of walking tracks with Australian wildlife like Koalas, Echidnas, Wallabys and many different birds. These tracks lead to magnificent views of the Island, its bays and surrounding blue Coral Sea.



Getting Around:

Magnetic Island can be easily accessed by the public bus service and taxis.

If you prefer to travel at your own pace there are hire cars available once on the Island. Parking is available.

Public Transport options are a close walking distance from Shipwreck Sands.



Interaction with Guests:

This property is managed professionally by Best of Magnetic.

The Best of Magnetic office is open 7 days, with after-hours emergency assistance provided if necessary.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Picnic Bay Beach. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Picnic Bay Beach and 7 minutes by foot from Magnetic Island National Park
This vacation home offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,368 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Smoking. Pets not allowed. Check in commences from 2pm. Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Failure to comply with ...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Shipwreck Sands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was clam and clean, great access to the rest of Picnic bay we didn’t need to drive much just walked everywhere. The house was set up for family’s and or groups as there was many sitting areas, quiet areas and outside areas for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026