Holiday houses in Cleveland

Located just 25 kilometres southeast of Brisbane, Cleveland is a laid-back city with a vibrant cafe scene, a bustling harbour area full of restaurants, and many historic buildings dating back to the mid-19th century. In Cleveland, you can spend hours exploring the different shops, visiting the many parks, checking out the heritage trail, or simply hanging out in a local pub to take in the dynamic surroundings.

There are also many options here to get out onto the pristine waters of Moreton Bay including catamaran cruises, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and pedalboards.

Cleveland also serves as the gateway for nearby North Stradbroke Island, also known as Straddie. The island is less than half an hour away by water taxi, making it an easy day trip from Cleveland.

Thanks to the year-round beautiful Queensland weather, there is no bad time to rent accommodations in Cleveland. The hottest and wettest time of the year is December through February when tourism is very slow due to high humidity levels and somewhat unpredictable weather. As you go into autumn, the temperatures begin to drop slightly and the town gets busier. The most common time to visit Cleveland is from June until August when the weather is a bit cooler and dryer. Starting in September, the weather starts to get warmer and since there is a bit of rain, this is one of the quietest times of the year. This is a great time to book your Cleveland holiday rentals if you want a more relaxed atmosphere.

Cleveland Point Lighthouse and Recreation Reserve

This picture-perfect, historic lighthouse is located at the very tip of Cleveland Point in Raby Bay. It is one of the only remaining wooden lighthouses in Queensland and is surrounded by a small, well-maintained park. There is also a small playground where kids can play while you watch a gorgeous sunset over Raby Bay.

Raby Bay Harbour

With a convenient location adjacent to the Cleveland town centre, the Raby Bay Harbour provides a wide array of dining and nightlife options where you can grab a meal or a drink and then check out the waterfront.

Cleveland Town Centre

The streets of the Cleveland town centre are lined with low-slung, historic buildings and locally-owned eateries. Here, you can grab a pint at Queensland’s oldest licensed pub or visit an art gallery located in an old schoolhouse. If you like coffee, make sure to check out the cafe scene in Cleveland. There is also the four-kilometre-long Cleveland Heritage Walk that introduces you to some of the town’s most important buildings.