Title: The Ponderosa Holiday House 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 # The Ponderosa Holiday House Holiday home in Horseshoe Bay with private pool and kitchen ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33962300/33962263/45fecc7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33962300/33962263/16a24577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33962300/33962263/1d54f958.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33962300/33962263/4fc75975.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33962300/33962263/a8fc112e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Ponderosa, a tropical island retreat surrounded by scenic rural views and a working horse ranch. Relax in the private inground pool, unwind on the shady veranda, or take a short stroll to Horseshoe Bay beach. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Air conditioning - Pool ## 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. ### The Ponderosa Holiday House The Ponderosa is a purpose built home for those wanting to relax and enjoy their holiday on this beautiful tropical Island. With scenic rural views and a working horse ranch right next door, it offers the best of Magnetic Island s diversity between our National Parks and the entry to the Coral Sea. This sandstone block home is fully air-conditioned and cool with wide shady verandas and polished tiles throughout. Tropical landscaping and gardens surround a sparkling and private inground pool with furniture to relax and entertain. Best of all, the home is only minutes walk to Horseshoe Bay beach, shops, restaurants and hotel and is close to public transport and sporting facilities. This home is also a pet friendly holiday home so your pets are not left out and can come along to enjoy a holiday as well. Other features of the home include: \*3 large bedrooms with built-in-robes \*Large bathroom with corner bath/shower \*Ceiling fans throughout home \*Main and second bedroom have access to cool verandas \*TV, DVD and Stereo in spacious living area \*Well-equipped kitchen with s/s fridge and microwave. Lots of crockery and plastic glasses for pool entertaining \*Beautiful pool with spa and pool furniture \*BBQ and outdoor entertaining \*Full laundry facilities including dryer \*Fully fenced and private property ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### 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) - 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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 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 The Ponderosa Holiday House The Ponderosa, TOP NOTCH Horseshoe Bay 98160932005160732010282 The Ponderosa, TOP NOTCH Private vacation home The Ponderosa, TOP NOTCH Private vacation home Horseshoe Bay ## 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-19.12695%2C146.86206&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rg80pJ3dXqnAiXIFCpY7Vk9zl3w=) HORSESHOE BAY, QLD #### What's nearby - Magnetic Island National Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Horseshoe Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Alma Bay - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles - Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles - Magnetic Island Golf Course - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles #### Getting around - Townsville Station - 60 min drive - Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 71 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Granite - ‬6 min drive - ‪Rock Wallabies (Feeding) - ‬4 min drive - ‪Arcadia Hotel - ‬4 min drive - ‪SOS - Stuffed On Seafood - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ponderosa Holiday House pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Ponderosa Holiday House? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### Where is The Ponderosa Holiday House located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park and Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park. Horseshoe Bay Beach and Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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