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Explore 30 holiday rentals in Picnic Bay

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Picnic Bay holiday rentals start at $143 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Holiday rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Wi-Fi availability
20 of Picnic Bay holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Picnic Bay rentals

4.8 Average rating
Picnic Bay stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Picnic Bay
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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!

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.

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.

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.

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. 💛🌿

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.

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.

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.

Dacha on Maggie - Lavish Luxury
SLEEPS UP TO 15 PEOPLE! This brand new fully air-conditioned, Luxury entertainer has: - 5 bedrooms sleeps up to 10 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!

The Pavilions; Private & Exclusive Island home
The Pavilions is a spectacular home with amazing Coral sea views. It is ideal for people who want privacy or a romantic getaway... Set on an exclusive headland on beautiful Magnetic Island, The Pavilions is an elegant and spacious 'smart' home. the House is beautifully decorated and furnished, with a selection of European mid-century furnishings and Asian art pieces. Sleeps 8, magnificent views, pool, fully equipped kitchen.

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.

Picnic Palms | 3BR Home – 5-Min to Beach & Cafés
Welcome to Picnic Palms, your relaxed island escape! A bright 3-bed home just minutes from Picnic Bay Beach. Enjoy modern comfort, a tropical patio with BBQ, outdoor dining, firepit and TV for movie nights under the stars. Fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, and laundry included – perfect for couples, families or friends to unwind and explore Magnetic Island.
Popular amenities for Picnic Bay family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Modern house with pool near Strand!

Tropical Oasis in North Queensland

NEW! Luxury beach front apartment in Nelly Bay.

Island Romance or Family & Pool

Tropical island views of the beautiful Coral Sea

Beachfront Luxury on The Strand w Pool & Views

Beachside Apartments Unit 20 3 Bedroom Ocean View

Aquarius on the Beach - Ocean Views Apartment 604
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Modern Duplex Steps from the Golf Course – Unit 4

2x Living Rooms | King Beds w TV/AC ea room

Riverside apartment

Architecturally designed retreat - Horseshoe Bay

Rufino's Retreat

Casa Barron - Private GF Unit in Tropical Settings

Dandaloo Holiday House

2BR Guest Suite • Pool + Gym • Near JCU & Hospital
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Palms Apartment, upstairs of 1900s Queenslander

Beach and Sea front, The Strand, Townsville

Marina View Nelly Bay Magnetic Island

The Pineapple Packing Shed

Wagtail on the Patio

Townsville Tropical Retreat

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