Title: Gentle Waves Retreat Villa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gentle Waves Retreat Villa Lakefront holiday home in Gold Coast with a water park ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110280000/110273900/110273826/bc718c48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110280000/110273900/110273826/ef59038d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110280000/110273900/110273826/b9d87f24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110280000/110273900/110273826/f961ef9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110280000/110273900/110273826/761b8d83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of Biggera Waters, Gentle Waves Retreat Villa is a modern and spacious 3-bedroom home perfect for families and friends. Relax in the bright, airy living room with large windows or enjoy a BBQ on the patio. With free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, Smart TV with streaming services and washer & dryer facilities available. 7.6 Good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2368 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gentle Waves Retreat Villa This spacious and modern 3-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort and style for families and friends looking to relax by the water. Located in the heart of Biggera Waters, our home is just a short stroll to local beaches, cafes, and shopping, making it the ideal spot for your Gold Coast getaway! The Space: 3 Bedrooms: Sleep in comfort with two queen beds and one room with two single beds, perfect for kids or extra guests. Modern Kitchen: Fully equipped with all the essentials to cook up a family meal or enjoy breakfast on the go. Open-Plan Living: Relax in the bright, airy living room with large windows and easy access to the outdoor area. Private Outdoor Area: Enjoy a BBQ on the patio or soak up the sun in the fully fenced backyard, perfect for kids to play safely. 2 Bathrooms: Both modern and spacious, with one featuring a relaxing bathtub. Amenities: Free Wi-Fi Air Conditioning Smart TV with streaming services BBQ area Washer & dryer Free parking for two cars. the carport clearance is 1.93m. If your vehicle exceeds this, alternative parking is available across the road. Guest Access: Guests have full access to the house, including the backyard, and are welcome to use all the amenities provided. Self-check-in is available for your convenience. Neighborhood: Located in the peaceful suburb of Biggera Waters, you’ll be just minutes from the waterfront and family-friendly parks. The famous Gold Coast beaches and Harbour Town Shopping Centre are only a short drive away, with plenty of dining and entertainment options nearby. IMPORTANT: An authorisation hold for a $1,000 damage deposit will be placed on your account 3 days before your check-out date. This means you won’t be charged, but the funds will be temporarily unavailable until the hold is released 4 days after check-out, provided there are no damages during your stay. Please Note: We provide enough amenities and toilet paper for the first three days of your stay only. To ensure a safe and positive stay during your time with us, you will be required to sign a rental agreement with the following terms and conditions. Check in time is 3PM - Checkout time is 11AM (guests can arrange an adjusted check-in/out time prior to arrival) Quiet hours are from 9PM until 9AM (Weeknights)                                       10PM until 9AM Weekends (Friday night, Saturday morning Saturday night, Sunday morning) Late Check-Out Fee: Guests must check out by the designated time. For every 30 minutes past check-out time without prior approval, a $100 fee will be charged. Please be respectful of our neighbors. No music is allowed on the balcony during quiet hours. Occupants: You must not exceed the amount of guests on the booking. If more guests are found to be staying, there will be an additional charge of $100 per person per night. BBQ Area (If applicable): Please clean up after using the BBQ facilities. \*If a BBQ needs extra cleaning, a $75 fee will be taken from your bond payment Pool (If applicable): children under 14 years must always be supervised by an adult. Rubbish: Do not leave rubbish in the car park. A $100 fee will be charged for garbage removal from this area. Spare bin bags are provided for your convenience during your stay. Please use them for any extra rubbish in the apartment. If you fill the council bins, we kindly ask that you dispose of excess rubbish at an alternative location. Failure to do so may result in a rubbish removal fee of up to $100. Bookers accountability: The actions of any guest in the property are the responsibility of the person who made the booking. For example, if a secondary guest damages any property or breaks rules resulting in any action being taken, it will be reflected on the deposit that the booker has put down. Keys: A loss of keys which results in new keys being cut or fobs needing to be ordered will come at a cost relative to each item. \- Key re-cut $50 \- Garage remote replacement $200 \- An additional charge of 1 hour labor will also be added to retrieve the replacements. Please take good care of the keys, some keys are extremely hard to replace and require a week-long process to re-order and then driving an hour to pick them up. Key Return: If the keys are not returned to where they were picked up from, you will be charged accordingly as per our check-out instructions. eg. \- No photo proof = $50. \- keys locked inside apartment/house resulting in a call out to bring spare keys = $150. Security Deposit: A security deposit of $1000 will be held during your stay. This will be held 3 days before checkout. We do not have access to this money it is just a hold in your account. This deposit will be released within 4 days of your checkout date. Never will we deduct any money without prior discussion about any issue or misconduct of this agreement Pets: If you do not have a pet registered with us prior to check-in and there is evidence that a pet was present during your stay you will be charged up to $1000.  A pet visible in the property during your stay may also result in the termination of the booking with no refund. Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited on the Premises. (This includes outdoor areas on the premises) If there is any evidence of smoking in or outside the house you will be charged $200 Subletting: Subletting the property is strictly prohibited. Inspections: The Host may inspect the property (On long stays over 20 days) with prior notice, as per state law. If any terms of the agreement are violated, the stay may be terminated immediately. Damage: Any damage caused by the Guest will be deducted from the security deposit. A property report is conducted before each guest arrives, and again after guests vacate. These reports will be provided to the guest to show the damage occurred during their stay. Quiet Enjoyment: Guests should behave respectfully towards neighbors. Disturbances, such as large gatherings or parties, are grounds for immediate termination of the agreement. There is a strict no-party policy. A full deduction of the security deposit will result from an unwarranted party. Host’s Liability: The Host is not responsible for any injuries or damage as a result of misuse of property during the stay. Travel Insurance We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover unexpected events such as illness or changes in plans. Unfortunately, we’re unable to modify or cancel bookings due to sickness or personal circumstances once the cancellation period has passed — which is why travel insurance is the best way to protect your stay and peace of mind. Use of Premises: The property can be used for commercial use if requested and accepted prior to arrival. Illegal Activity: The property must be used for legal purposes only. Illegal activities will result in immediate termination of the agreement without a refund. Lost Possessions: The Host is not responsible for any personal items left behind. Gold Coast Accommodations only holds lost property for 48 hours. Additionally, guests will be asked to fill out an online check-in form before arriving at the apartment. The check-in form will require the following. \- Photo ID (of occupants over the age of 18) \- A selfie that matches the photo ID For security and verification purposes, the name on the booking must match the identification of the guests upon check-in. If the registered name does not match the arriving guests, entry to the property will not be permitted. Unfortunately, alterations within 30 days of the check-in date that result in a reduction in price will not be accepted. Other alterations are not guaranteed and will be subject to the host's discretion. Breaking the rules agreed upon can result in immediate eviction with no refund Thank you for your cooperation in adhering to these house rules. We hope you enjoy your stay with us! If you have any questions or concerns during your stay, please don't hesitate to contact us ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water park - Theme park 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,368 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91286200/91286157/86ca8983.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbour Quays Apartments Biggera Waters - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 216 reviews £121 includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=91286157&PinnedHotelID=91286157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68100000/68096100/68096020/w5819h3886x0y0-97c492e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular luxury beachfront apartment Main Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=68096020&PinnedHotelID=68096020&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113380000/113371400/113371304/w1440h1076x0y5-eb6f8728.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Amalfi - 3 Bedroom, 4 bathroom and 2 living areas Runaway Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=113371304&PinnedHotelID=113371304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115560000/115556900/115556810/d4422d14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aloha home-Amazing location for all GC has to offer amazing home for the family. 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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 321100 ## 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-27.93211%2C153.40599&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EDk_qFszkGd2w_dh_khKMAqiHiU=) Biggera Waters, Queensland #### What's nearby - Harbour Town - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles - Broadwater Parklands - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - Marina Mirage Shopping Centre - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles - Sea World - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles - Doug Jennings Park - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles #### Getting around - Helensvale Station - 12 min drive - Cypress Avenue Station - 13 min drive - Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Charis Seafood - ‬13 min walk - ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Long Tide - ‬14 min walk - ‪The Grand Hotel - ‬17 min walk - ‪Sushi Train - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gentle Waves Retreat Villa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Gentle Waves Retreat Villa located? > Located in Biggera Waters, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ian Dipple Lagoon, Harbour Town and Chirn Park. Broadwater Parklands and Gold Coast Aquatic Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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