Title: The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=83202794&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay Apartment in Arcadia with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay ![2 bedrooms, bed sheets - The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83210000/83202800/83202794/a17c9bc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83210000/83202800/83202794/f9fee25e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83210000/83202800/83202794/79a958de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83210000/83202800/83202794/1cd4628b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay (Arcadia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83210000/83202800/83202794/0c8da6b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in tropical gardens, The Captain's Manor on Cook offers a tranquil retreat. Take a leisurely stroll to beautiful Alma Bay swimming beach and enjoy the sheltered shores. This budget unit features air-conditioning in the main bedroom, a communal BBQ area with gazebo seating, and access to an outdoor pool. ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Air conditioning - Pool - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay The Captain's Manor on Cook Units are situated amongst tropical gardens in a quiet no through street in Arcadia. Only a few minutes walk to beautiful Alma Bay swimming beach. Unit 8 is situated downstairs and has a compact open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area. The main bedroom has air-conditioning and a ceiling fan whilst bedroom two has a ceiling fan only. Beautiful Alma Bay is a leisurely few minute's walk from Captain's Manor. There, you'll find a lovely sheltered and patrolled beach with BBQ's and a playground with plenty of shade. This budget unit features a communal BBQ area, a gazebo with tables and seating and a swimming pool. There is also a communal laundry. You're within strolling distance to newsagent, the Arcadia Hotel and Alma Bay, and a few minute's further on you will find Geoffrey Bay where you can swim, snorkel and feed the wallabies who have a colony amongst the rocks. The Captain's Manor Units are perfect for a budget holiday for the individual, couple or family groups. Linen is provided. 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28417100/28417078/501b256d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pure Magnetic Villa 4 Nelly Bay - Sea view - Pool - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=28417078&PinnedHotelID=28417078&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28417600/28417542/225e38bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maggies Beachfront Apt. 9 Horseshoe Bay - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=28417542&PinnedHotelID=28417542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115460000/115455600/115455519/9623084a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Captain's Manor on Cook 4 Arcadia - Washer - Air conditioning - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=115455519&PinnedHotelID=115455519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93670000/93663300/93663261/6afe6175.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachside Palms Unit 3 Nelly Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=93663261&PinnedHotelID=93663261&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83210000/83202600/83202511/246e7262.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Loyang Apartment 1 - Fantastic value island getaway with complex pool and short stroll to Alma Bay Arcadia - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=83202511&PinnedHotelID=83202511&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91640000/91632700/91632614/1be057c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Across from beach! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 62\_242 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-19.14654%2C146.86708&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ng9WhjoK8khzkkDHBik5zhbJc-g=) Arcadia, QLD #### What's nearby - Magnetic Island National Park \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Alma Bay \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Alma Bay Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Horseshoe Bay Markets \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal \- 31 min drive \- 8.9 miles #### Getting around - Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 150 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tiny Palm Coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ric's Woodfire Pizza - ‬4 min drive - ‪Granite - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Arcadia Hotel - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay have a pool? ### Is The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay? ### What time is check-in at The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay? ### What time is check-out at The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay? ### Where is The Captain's Manor on Cook 8 - Compact, affordable and just minutes to Alma Bay located? ## Have a question? 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