Holiday houses in Balgal Beach

The Lookout Retreat- Peak Perfection

Welcome to The Lookout Escape, a stylish tropical retreat located on Castle Hill, one of Townsville’s most sought-after and central locations. Set in a quiet, leafy pocket just minutes from The Strand, the city centre, and Magnetic Island ferry terminals, this modern home offers the perfect balance of relaxed North Queensland living and contemporary comfort. Ideal for families, corporate travellers, couples, or longer stays, The Lookout Escape provides a peaceful base to relax, recharge, and e

Light-filled 1-bed Apartment up in the Palm Trees

Wake to filtered sunlight, pool views and birdsong in this light-filled granny flat. Elevated among the palms, the space feels bright, breezy and comfortably private - a relaxed tropical retreat. Located in leafy Railway Estate, you’re walking distance to QCB Stadium and under 10 minutes’ drive to the city and the Strand. The entire granny flat is yours, with private access, wifi, well-equipped kitchen, living area with netflix, queen bedroom and ensuite with rain shower and washing machine.

Forrest Beach Family Holiday House

This large spacious family house has recently been fully renovated with all bedrooms and living areas larger than the normal house. This provides plenty of space for the guests or large family. The house is fully equipped to make your stay comfortable and relaxing so all you need to pack is your food and family. The house is fully airconditioned but is also be kept cool by sea breezes through open windows and doors. The house is approximately 500m walking distance to a beautiful clean beach.

Idyllic Arcadia Island Girl

My humble island girl is a self contained 1 bed unit tucked two streets back from local favourite ‘Alma Bay’. You will wake to the sounds of wildlife and be surrounded by lush boulder hills. Ideally sleeps 2, but contains a fold out couch too. There is a patio facing the garden to enjoy. Close by: - Alma Bay (4 mins walk) - Walking tracks - Arcadia Store (2 min drive) - IGA and Terminal (5 minute drive) - Arcadia Pub (5 min walk) *this is simple island apartment with everything needed.

The Footbridge Garden Studio

The Footbridge is a one bedroom studio on the doorstep of beautiful Horseshoe Bay. Adult guests, whether your a single or couple , will enjoy a private courtyard and own pool. A queen size bed with attached en suite. Not suitable for infants and children. A brief walk ,160 steps, to great cafes, restaurants, beach, and bush walks. Enjoy beautiful beach side sunsets and the magic of the famous Magnetic island Butterfly park at your back door The Footbridge studio is the perfect getaway.

Wagtail on the Patio

Enjoy a comfortable stay in this centrally located two-bedroom post-war home, with a large deck and pool. Perfect for small families, couple retreats or a working holiday equipped with a study space. Fully airconditioned, with fans and wifi supplied. We offer an entire home including a queen and double bed. There is a neat kitchen equipped for you to make a meal or you can just pop down the road for a coffee from one of our best roasters in town, Good Morning Coffee Trader.

Rosalita, Picnic Bay

Relax in a private, brand new, modern, well equipped and spacious guest apartment which caters to your every need. Located at the base of Hawkings Point Lookout and only a 400m stroll to stunning Picnic Bay beach, Cafe, Restaurants, Brewery, historic wharf and hotel. Nearby is Magnetic Island Golf and Country Club. Explore the island bushwalks, bays, snorkelling, fishing and tours. Host has bikes, kayak, SUP and golf clubs to keep you busy. Suitable for couples only.

Kookaburra Cottage

Feel at ease in private, peaceful, natural surroundings. Best of both worlds - in the bush and only 5 mins to closest shops. 25mins from CBD. Plenty of room for trailers or caravans. 75meters from the main residence, and sharing a 20 acre property and garden with a border collie, wallabies, blue winged kookaburras, chooks, bees, cows and our family. Join Jess for Friday and Saturday morning yoga and coffee if you wish on the other side of the rainforest garden.

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.

The Pineapple Packing Shed

This unique and tranquil getaway is located alongside the butterfly rainforest. Enjoy interacting with the wildlife including koalas and wallabies in their natural environment. Only 300m to pubs, cafes, restaurants, bus, beach and some of the island’s most spectacular bushwalks. Your accommodation is ideally suited for 2. This newly built granny flat is attached to a garage at the rear of the block with its own private entrance.

NEW! Maggie A-frame hideaway

Maggie A-frame is a beautiful wooden A-frame house situated in Horseshoe Bay on tropical Magnetic Island. The island itself is within the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, easily located by a short ferry ride from Townsville, Queensland. Surrounded by palm trees and mango trees, Maggie A-frame houses five lucky guests – with a hammock and a private garden filled with birds and tropical plants.

Studio 1201- Luxury Level 12 studio apartment

Studio 1201 is a one-of-a-kind studio apartment in Townsville's only beachfront highrise. The space is cleverly designed featuring bi-fold doors that open fully to the magnificent view. With Italian marble throughout it is luxurious and the level 12 apartment feels a world away.