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Essence Beachfront Retreat

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A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by a white wall and a shaded area. - Essence Beachfront Retreat (Horseshoe Bay)
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and plants. - Essence Beachfront Retreat (Horseshoe Bay)
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view into the living area. - Essence Beachfront Retreat (Horseshoe Bay)
A modern outdoor area with a dark wall, a large stone planter, and tropical vegetation. - Essence Beachfront Retreat (Horseshoe Bay)
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a ceiling fan. - Essence Beachfront Retreat (Horseshoe Bay)
Essence Beachfront Retreat provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Essence Beachfront Retreat

  • Summary:

    Experience the essence of island living at this stunning beach studio villa made just for a couple that love luxury and privacy. Set on its own beachfront block the entire property is only yours; you share with no-one.



    The Space:

    Experience the essence of island living at this stunning beach studio villa made just for a couple that love luxury and privacy. Set on its own beachfront block the entire property is only yours; you share with no-one.



    Designed for relaxed tropical living, Essence indulges you with the very best of everything; including your own private pool, king bed, en-suite, indoor and outdoor living areas, BBQ and outdoor dining area, outdoor hot/cold shower, air-conditioning, large TV, bifold doors and shutters and self contained kitchen and laundry facilities.



    This property is professionally managed by Magnetic Island's leading accommodation business Best of Magnetic.



    Bedding Configuration

    Bedroom 1: 1 x King Bed



    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 within walking distance from Essence Beachfront Retreat.



    Other Things to Note:

    Please be mindful of your neighbours and keep noise to a minimum.



    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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Horseshoe Bay, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magnetic Island National Park and Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park, while Maritime Museum of Townsville and Perc Tucker Regional Gallery are cultural highlights. Bungalow Bay Koala Village and ReefHQ are also worth visiting. Visit our Horseshoe Bay travel guide
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QLD, Horseshoe Bay

What's nearby

  • A beach with a lifeguard sign and a palm tree.
    Horseshoe Bay Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A white sailboat on a turquoise sea with rocky shores and green vegetation.
    Magnetic Island National Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Magnetic Island National Park
    3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station
    64 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Granite
    7 min drive
  • Sandi's on Magnetic Island
    3 min walk
  • Marlin Bar Tavern
    4 min walk
  • Ric's Woodfire Pizza
    8 min drive
  • Noodies On The Beach
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Essence Beachfront Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Essence Beachfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Essence Beachfront Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Essence Beachfront Retreat located?

Situated on the beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Horseshoe Bay Beach and Magnetic Island National Park. Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park and Bungalow Bay Koala Village are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Essence Beachfront Retreat Reviews

8.8

Excellent

6.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway in paradise

Beautiful accommodation in the perfect location. Furnishings have been updated and are far more pleasing than what is featured in photos on the website. Would highly recommend and would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

false listing

The architecture of the house is superb and the location is great. However the interiors are not as advertised. The unit showed great in the pictures with modern furniture and open layout ; but turned out to be a standard studio set up-sofa in front of the bed in front of the tv. (balineese furniture) Disappointing. Outdoors needs maintenance, and listing needs new pictures,
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good position, dust problem inside and out.

Owner needs to check property and upgrade “tired” outside furniture.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Lovely Property great location directly across from the beach, close to cafes and restaurants, beautiful private swimming pool, we had a very relaxing week, thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ideal

We stayed 1 week at Essence and enjoyed every moment. The privacy and peace was exactly what we needed and we were please to fine this property luxuriously appointed. A private pool was ideal and we used it extensively. The only thing that would have made it a better experience is a coffee machine. Cafes and restaurants are a short walk away with enough choice that if you wanted to stay in Horseshoe Bay you could. We booked a rental car just before arriving and were very pleased we did. It made exploring the island so much easier. When we return to Magnetic Island there isnt anywhere else we will stay. The staff at Best of Magnetic were great.
Archival

8/10 Good

Great Romantic Getaway

Essence Beachfront Retreat was perfect for our four night relaxing getaway. There were great restaurants/cafes within walking distance and the area was quiet. The internal couches could have done with a clean and it would have been nice to have some additional linen and an inside dining option (only table/chairs was outside with mosquitos) but, overall, it was a nice stay
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome

Great place - total luxury and loved decor, pool, location. Very memorable.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peace and privacy

Comfort and privacy in an ideal location. We hope to return soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Complete

My husband & I stayed at Essence. We were amazed at the quality and the foresight that has gone into this hidden gem. We felt we could stay here forever. A short morning stroll to the local cafes, for brunch, bushwalking (saw koalas in the wild)and swimming at the lovely beaches. We will be returning for more tranquillity.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Place!!

My boyfriend and I went and stayed at Essence and we are so happy we did. It was the perfect location and perfect property. My only suggestion would be to turn the pool temperature up. Other than that the facilities and spot was wonderful. Will definately be back !
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Modern luxury

Lovely private place in an excellent location at Horseshoe Bay.
Archival

8/10 Good

essence

we were very dissapointed with the quality of fittings. for example the bin in the kitchen was a bucket, an actual bucket. There were only 2 bin liners, we were booked in for 4 nights. At 5 star prices per night I would expect a bin liner per day. There was no dish cloth to wipe the bench or wash dishes with or pick up spills. There was nothing to clean the bbq with ie dishclosth/ steelo. There was no bin in the bathroom at all, (could have been tucked in the cupboard). The fridge is very small and the freezer does not freeze, (there is a note to tell you this!). We had spent the previous 4 nights at mission beach which was awesome for the same price per night and everything was perfect. Again these may be small things, but at this price per night I don't want to go and purchase anything for a 4 night stay. The pool was sandy and had not been cleaned well (we own a pool). Apparently pool day is Friday, and we checked in on Sun. ? Very pretty location.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Retreat

I do not know how this perfectly located property could be improved.The design of the building, and the quality of the fittings are superb. It was a joy staying here, and we were very sorry to leave.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

I would highly recommend this property. My husband and I had our honeymoon here and we couldn't ask

I would highly recommend this property. My husband and I had our honeymoon here and we couldn't ask for anything more! It was private, luxurious and we had the beach at our front door. The service from the girls at Best of Magnetic made our stay welcoming and smooth. This is must! The appliances were high quality, the bed comfortable and clean linen. Not only would I recommend the 'Essence' but my husband and I will be definitely returning!