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Avalon at Arcadia
Lower deck
Time for a drink
Outdoor dining
Webber BBQ

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Magnetic Island, QLD
  • Magnetic Island National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Alma Bay
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪151 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Avalon at Arcadia on Maggie

Avalon at Arcadia

According to Celtic mythology, Avalon was an earthly paradise generally described as a land of plenty where eternal spring, health, and harmony reigned and Arcadia came to apply to any idyllic location or paradise. Well, Magnetic Island certainly is an idyllic location and our home at Avalon is a little piece of paradise you can experience. Come and enjoy our split-level, 3 bedroom home set in bushland with a backdrop of national park, a natural seasonal creek teeming with wildlife. The house is situated 7 minutes walk from beautiful Alma Bay, fabulous for swimming, rock climbing and lazing.
Avalon is ideally suited to a family or couples. Split levels means there are multiple retreats that suit all. On the lower floor is the main air-conditioned bedroom with en-suite and flat screen TV/DVD. Just step off the deck to enjoy watching the birdlife whilst relaxing on the chaise lounges. The Asian inspired main lounge opens to a wide deck with outdoors settings and Weber barbecue. On the next level is a kitchen, which is built for entertaining. Masses of bench space and fully equipped kitchen make self-catering easy. Another more formal dining area completes this level. You can also escape to the back yard and national park for some quiet time bird watching and enjoy a refreshing outdoor shower. The top floor has two bedrooms, a separate bathroom with tub and shower and separate toilet as well as a sitting/reading room with flat screen TV. The top deck additionally has a verandah that puts you up amongst the treetops. The house is fully airconditioned with fans in all rooms. Large screened doors and windows open all areas up to natural breezes.
Avalon is a special place where you can find solitude, or alternatively, a great place to relax with friends or family. The best of both worlds!


The Avalon Facilities

Private location away from road noise
Fully screened /fans
Air-conditioned on 3 levels
Refrigerator
Convection cooktop
Weber barbeque
Separate oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Fully equipped kitchen
Washing machine & Dryer
Iron
WiFi
3 flat screen TVs
2 DVD players + collection of DVDs
Stereo & portable / radio
Folding double divan for kids
Hotel Standard Linen supplied
3 sets snorkeling equipment
Short stroll to RSL night market /great food

Property manager

Graeme Russell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Minimum 2 night stay

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arcadia

Located in Arcadia, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magnetic Island National Park and Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve, while Maritime Museum of Townsville and Perc Tucker Regional Gallery are cultural highlights. Strand Waterpark and Anderson Park Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Magnetic Island, QLD

What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Alma Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alma Bay Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallywags Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Adele's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rock Wallabies - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪SOS - Stuffed on Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boardwalk Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Avalon at Arcadia on Maggie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Avalon at Arcadia on Maggie?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Avalon at Arcadia on Maggie?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Avalon at Arcadia on Maggie located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park, Alma Bay and Alma Bay Beach. Horseshoe Bay Markets and Massage on Magnetic are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 75 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cameron F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maggie majic
Very comfortable, relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little slice of paradise
Loved our stay at Avalon at Arcadia. Fab home, magical setting with the creek beside the house flowing after recent rains. Perfect for a cool dip on a hot summer day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Magnetic Island getaway
The house was just as it looked in the photos, was clean and comfortable and in a great location. We loved all the visiting wildlife in the garden. The host was very quick to reply to any questions and helpful in all communication. We would definitely stay here again if we get a chance to return to Magnetic Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical Paradise
We loved the property. It had everything we needed. Its in a lovely location surrounded by forest and wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than expected
House was spacious roomy clean . Beautifully set in the bushland tranquil peaceful . Definately love to return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Went over there for Anzac Day perfect venue close to rsl and dawn service.
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jungle Stay
Family really enjoyed staying in this house, amongst the trees and wild-life. House is comfortable, well maintained, and fully equipped! A highlight of our trip and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exquisite retreat
Terrific home for our family. Had all the necessary amenities one could need. Thanks so much
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, relaxing few days
Easy process and good communication
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Trish P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bushland Stay
Wonderful big home that had so many areas to catch up. Everything we needed for absolutely everything. Comfy beds, wonderful bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical escape
Comfortable and well appointed. Close to beach and Arcadia shops. Plenty of room to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surrounded by nature
Our American guests were thrilled to be close up with Aussie wildlife. A comfortable stay with plenty of outdoor spaces that give you a chance to meet the locals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Well appointed holiday house. We come every year in the September holidays to Magnetic Island and have found this place as good as any other we have stayed at. Maggie is a favourite destination for our family and we love Alma Bay. Kids loved the birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
What a beautiful property! We totally enjoyed our stay, gorgeous house, very clean in a unique setting in the bush close to all amenities. We especially loved the many conversation seating areas, the well-equipped kitchen and the fact that the beach was only a lovely walk away,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
What a lovely place to stay. We all appreciated the multiple living spaces and excellent dvd and cd collections. Daily visits from cockatoos and kookaburras were also a treat
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
YEARLY VISIT TO MAGGIE
This is a great property for a stay on Maggie Ticks all the boxes for location, privacy with heaps of space for an adult family of 5, with space to spare, we love it Owners are very approachable ( hope it is available for our next trip ) Steve Robertson and family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical!
We had a fantastic holiday at this property. The house is spacious and well equipped, and the owner is responsive and always helpful. A koala greeted us upon our arrival - wow! The surroundings are also beautiful and it is close to Alma Bay where there is fantastic snorkelling right off the beach. Would recommend a stay at this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and big place
Comfortable, super well equipped, surrounded by rainforest and friendly cockatoos. Hosts were really accommodating to let us in early as we have a young child who needed a nap. Many thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely oasis in the bush
We were 2 couples and enjoyed our stay very much. Property is exactly as advertised. Plenty of room and fitted out w/ everything you need. Graham was exceptional to deal with. Location is excellent... close to everything / walk to the beach, and immersed in nature w/ koalas, tropical birds, and various wallabies and possums.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kate W.

quiet cool house in the bush
We loved the louvered windows, outside shower, snorkel gear, DVD and games collection and sounds and sights of the wildlife around the house. Thanks for having us.

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rally
Good. Celica was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catriona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay amongst nature
Loved the leafy surrounds and the endless entertainment from the bird life. The resident koala was a bit noisy but we’ll forgive him for that! The house had lots of space and everything you could need, even an esky and snorkel gear. Wifi & reception is very poor but that turned out to be a positive as it kept the kids off their screens
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lowell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Days at Avalon
There were 7 people from 10yr to 75 yrs - 3 generations - and Avalon was really suitable and spacious enough for us all. It's really well equipped, quiet, conveniently situated and really like a home-from-home because there was so much more "holiday accessories" available e.g. snorkeling gear, board games, stacks of family friendly DVDs, books, and more than ample glasses & crockery thanks to the generosity of the owners. We all enjoyed our 7 days at Avalon. The fantastic weather made for an awesome Island Style getaway because there are many outdoor areas to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a quiet corner of Magnetic Island
Graeme's home is centrally located in Arcadia, making it a quick commute to both Horseshoe Bay and Picnic Bay. Although we had our own rental car, the home is a very short walk to the bus stop as well as some hiking trails. There are about 10 Sulfur-crested cockatoos that come to visit everyday, especially around lunchtime and it was great fun to sit out on the porch and watch them. We also saw other birds taking baths in the water feature in the garden. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need for cooking. The only downside was that the internet did not work most of the time and cell service is limited where we were. Although we were on Magnetic Island to disconnect, the lack of internet/cell service made it difficult to do things such as book tours and research plans for the next day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shelley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maggie stay
Great proximity to Alma Bay. Plenty of room and spaces to relax, watch TV. Very dark property so not easy to find a sunny spot to read or dry clothes, which meant the property was always cold with not enough heating available-wouldn’t be a problem in summer. Dryer not functional. No internet or telephone reception for any of our providers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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