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Total holiday rentals
Explore 50 holiday rentals in Horseshoe Bay

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Horseshoe Bay holiday rentals start at $42 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
40 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Holiday rentals with a pool
30 properties feature pools

Wi-Fi availability
30 of Horseshoe Bay holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Horseshoe Bay rentals

4.8 Average rating
Horseshoe Bay stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated house rentals in Horseshoe Bay
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Samsara Holiday House includes Wi-Fi
Samsara is on Magnetic Island in North Queensland, adjacent to the National Park & seasonal creek with nearby rockpools & waterfall The house has great ambiance with fabulous views & visiting wildlife. Samsara is great for couples, solo adventurers, and families. It is located in a quiet residential street & is surrounded by natural vegetation, granite boulders & accompanying wildlife. Friendly Kookaburra's, Koala's in the trees, Wallabies & Possums in the evenings & some glorious butterflies.
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Lagoon Front Retreat | Pool | Wildlife | Sleeps 7
Welcome to Sundown — your private tropical escape on Horseshoe Bay Lagoon. Wake up to wallabies grazing beside the lagoon, watch kookaburras and koalas from the deck, then cool off in your private saltwater pool. The beach is a scenic 1km stroll via the beautiful timber boardwalk, while cafés, restaurants, water activities and walking trails are all close by. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and space for up to 7 guests, Sundown is perfect for families or groups wanting a peaceful island getaway
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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.
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Smoko - 4 Bedroom Island Holiday Home
Located in the ever popular Arcadia Bay, Smoko is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home set on a large landscaped block surrounded by the islands spectacular national parks and wildlife. You can relax on the back deck while listening to the waves crash at Geoffrey Bay or it is just a just short walk to various beaches including Alma Bay patrolled by the local Surf Life Savers. Featuring air conditioning, wi-fi and space to move inside and out, this property is set up for the whole family to enjoy.
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Gremlins Rest, beach shack in Arcadia
Classic two-storey beach shack on Magnetic Island. Seven minutes walk to Alma Bay, great for swimming and snorkelling, and to Arcadia pub. The house backs onto a National Park and visiting wildlife includes the occasional koala. Sea glimpses from the house, and a spectacular sea view at end of the street not to be missed. Take a complete break with no wifi or tv. The island has plenty to offer including bays, beaches, stunning natural beauty, walking tracks, fishing, cafes snd restaurants.
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Cockle Bay Beach House
🏖️ Beachfront Bliss on Cockle Bay, Magnetic Island Unwind in seclusion just steps from the sand at this private beachfront retreat. Enjoy ocean views, peace, and privacy - perfect for couples, families, or solo travellers to relax, reconnect, and soak up nature. Wake to the sound of waves and make the beach your front yard. 🐨 Stay & Support Local Koalas For every night booked, we donate $10 to the Magnetic Island Koala Hospital, helping care for the island’s beautiful koalas. 💛🌿
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Architecturally designed retreat - Horseshoe Bay
Welcome to your very own architecturally designed retreat in the heart of tropical Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island. Two stylish & unique pavilions thoughtfully designed and styled for those wanting an escape with family or friends, but also wish to enjoy their own privacy. Only a seven-minute stroll to the beachfront. Magnesium plunge pool. High speed Starlink internet connection. Guests have exclusive use of both pavilions and plunge pool. Can accommodate up to 10 people.
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ISLAND ADVENTURE HOLIDAY HOUSE
This large 2 storey holiday house has it all. Big enough for 2 or more families to holiday together and share the cost (sleeps max 14). Otherwise, plenty of space for smaller groups to spread out and enjoy with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms & 2 kitchens. There is a good sized swimming pool or it's only a short stroll to the local beach. If you don't feel like cooking, walk down to the local bar for a steak and some beers or whatever else you fancy. Enjoy & relax on Magnetic Island.
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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.
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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.
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*NEW* Luxurious Family Home
Brand new luxurious family home located only a 20 mins flat easy walk to Horseshoe Bay. This home is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom retreat with covered outdoor living to base yourself for your Magnetic Island adventure. The house is designed to maximise the sea breezes with stacking sliders for maximum indoor outdoor flow. The house is also fully air conditioned. Unwind on the deck with a comfortable lounge and dining area, or relax on the lawn.
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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.
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Popular amenities for Horseshoe Bay house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Naturally Keesing
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Valletta
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Magic Modern Mundingburra Classic Queenslander
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3BR Queenslander + Pool | Stadium & CBD
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Queenslander with water views
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Island Havana
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White Pandanus
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BayBreeze House at Horseshoe Bay
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Weekly house rentals

Cooinda Nelly Bay
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Chic Cottage on Castle Hill
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Mount Louisa Castle
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Crew/Family home away from home. Quiet 4BR/3BA.
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Centrally Located Home with Amazing Ocean View!
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Lakeside Luxury 4 BR Stunner
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NEW Home"Reef Shack" sleep-9
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Privacy, Peace and Relaxation
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Private house rentals

Tree house at Alma Bay
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The Grove! Renovated beach shack w/ private pool
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Resort-Style Family Retreat | Pool, BBQ & Tropical
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Your Magnetic Island Beach Getaway (3br townhouse)
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Relaxed Island Home, Two Streets from the Beach
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Seaside Sanctuary
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Searenity on Castle hill
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Tropical Oasis • Lagoon-Style Pool • Right in Town
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When is the best time to visit Horseshoe Bay?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $396 AUD | $373 AUD | $368 AUD | $392 AUD | $380 AUD | $390 AUD | $323 AUD | $309 AUD | $320 AUD | $330 AUD | $340 AUD | $400 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 26°C | 23°C | 21°C | 20°C | 21°C | 23°C | 26°C | 27°C | 28°C |
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