Family-friendly vacation rentals in Picnic Bay

Paradise by the river.

Relax and enjoy your stay in this stylish studio apartment overlooking the tranquil waters of Ross River. Surrounded by nature, this idyllic setting is the perfect space for a couple's retreat, business trip or holiday base. With the riverside path literally at your back door, you can choose a leisurely stroll or a fitness run. Close to Riverview Tavern, the university, hospital, shopping centres and Riverway swimming pools and library, this is the perfect location for your stay in Townsville.

Island Family Getaway @ Arcadia BIRD LOVERS ENJOY

Magnetic Reef unit 8 is a fully air conditioned, two bedroom unit with an open kitchen making this the perfect accommodation choice for the family or couple. Take advantage of the large shaded pool and BBQ area, as well as your private balcony overlooking the garden. Comfortable family unit and decorated with local scenery images this unit shows how much the we love the island. Only 5 minutes walk to Alma Bay (400m). We brought this unit because we love the location and our favourite complex!

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!

Strandpark Hotel Apartments

You’ll love our place because of the position on Townsville's picturesque waterfront. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers and families (with kids). As well as the queen size bed in the bedroom there is a double pull-out sofa suitable for kids.A TV in both the bed room and lounge.The complex including underground car park is fully secured. Positioned in the hub of The Strand surrounded by restaurants, takeaways, pubs & a large Coles Supermarket around the corner.

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.

TREETOPS YOUR ISLAND HOME

TreeTops on Olympus Crescent in popular Arcadia is a fabulous holiday home in a wonderful and private location snuggled into the National Park amongst the Island's famous huge granite boulders. This very spacious open plan home has a HEATED SWIMMING POOL and is FULLY AIRCONDITIONED. The ever popular family friendly, patrolled, safe and popular swimming beach Alma Bay is just a few minutes walk. Geoffrey Bay, Arcadia Hotel, cafes, newsagent and specialty shops are also only a few minutes walk.

Perched by Strand Pier&Beach Townsville@sublimetsv

-Enjoy a 5-star Sublime Experience -Located on The Strand, Townsville's premier beachfront & dining district -Ocean view balcony, casual dining & BBQ -Spacious family-friendly living area with smart TV & fast wifi -Fully equipped entertainer's kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, & laundry -Private balconies off 2 generous bedrooms -Air-conditioning & fans throughout -Secure gated complex with undercover parking & shared pool -Nearby: Strand Pier, fish & chips, ice-creamery, swimming nets & Rockpool

Nelly Bay Apartment with Magnesium Pool

Ground floor apartment, owners live upstairs. Friendly dog resides on the property. 2 bedrooms. 1 x queen bed, 1 x double bed. Patio, bbq and pool area all for guests. Lush tropical environment, shady trees, Magnesium pool. Close to bush-walking tracks, bus stops, 3-5 minutes walk to beach and shops. 8 minutes walk to ferry terminal. So close to all amenities but surrounded by trees, birds, wallabies, koalas. With the creek across the road you feel like you're in a tropical rainforest.

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.

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.

NEW! Dacha on Maggie #2 First Class Luxury

SLEEPS UP TO 13 PEOPLE! This brand new fully air-conditioned, Luxury entertainer has: - 4 bedrooms sleeps up to 8 Adults in King Beds (Hotel Quality). ALL KING BEDS HAVE A ZIPPER AND CAN BE SPLIT ON REQUEST - 1 Bunk Room sleeps up to 4 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!

Gatehouse By The Gardens

Gatehouse by the Gardens is a private, fully self-contained apartment where you can arrive with just your suitcase; everything else awaits. Relax in the wet room style bathroom with rain and handheld showers, then enjoy your complimentary continental breakfast in the air-conditioned living space or on the private tropical deck with BBQ, generous seating and peaceful garden views. It’s the perfect base to rest, recharge and explore Townsville.