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Escape to Little Bush Hut, a secluded haven nestled in three and a half acres of native bush. Enjoy the simple pleasures - breakfast with birdsong, sundown drinks with wallabies, and relaxing baths under the stars. Take advantage of stylish furnishings, quirky homewares, his-and-hers bicycles for exploring local restaurants and bars.

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9.2 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Little Bush Hut, Nelly Bay

Welcome to Little Bush Hut. A place where you can come to escape. Have breakfast with the birds and sundown drinks with the wallabies. Little Bush Hut demonstrates that good things do indeed come in small packages - making a very small indentation on the three and a half acres of native bush it is located on. A seasonal creek cuts through the property providing running water during the wet season. Whilst it may be a hut by name, you will most certainly not be roughing it!

Little Bush Hut is finished to a very high standard. Kitted out with stylish furnishings, lovely linens and quirky homewares. A small kitchen is equipped with a ceramic cooktop, a full size oven and a single dish drawer dishwasher. Wake your ideas up in the morning with the help of the Nespresso coffee machine.

A large scale sliding door is a feature of the open plan interior slide it one way to completely cover the kitchen or the other to separate the bedroom from the living area. Open up your louvered doors to expand your living space to include your front and rear decks. Take a relaxing bath in the external bathtub housed on the back deck or spend some time under the rain shower in the spacious and sleek bathroom. Little Bush Hut is perfect for couples who appreciate seclusion and luxury.

Enjoy the sensation of bush isolation whilst still being close to everything you may require. Walking distance to restaurants and bars for the fitter, more energetic folk amongst us, or a short stroll of around 200 metres to the bus stop if you would prefer. There are his and hers bicycles at your disposal too! Cycle out to gather supplies and retreat back to Little Bush Hut to hide away and enjoy the unique features of your temporary home.

Laze on the cow hide or perhaps recline on a banana lounge its your choice! Its laid back-bush-luxe at its best.

* Pet Friendly - Little Bush Hut welcomes you and your well behaved dogs there is a secure courtyard area for furry friends to be accommodated in. *

Bedding Configuration
Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bed

Property specific note :
A security camera has been installed for guests peace of mind. The camera only monitors driveway/front entrance/front of property area. Please contact us if you have any questions about this.
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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • 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

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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.

About the area

Located in Nelly Bay, this holiday home is near the beach. Magnetic Island National Park and Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Maritime Museum of Townsville and Cultural Centre Townsville. ReefHQ and Strand Waterpark are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Nelly Bay travel guide
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Nelly Bay, QLD

What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park
    Magnetic Island National Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Magnetic Island Nelly bay, townsville, wide
    Nelly Bay Beach
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • The Strand Beach
    The Strand Beach
    32 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Massage on Magnetic
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville Station
    61 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tiny Palm Coffee
    2 min drive
  • Granite
    15 min walk
  • Ric's Woodfire Pizza
    2 min drive
  • Rock Wallabies (Feeding)
    4 min drive
  • Caffe Dell' Isola
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Bush Hut, Nelly Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Little Bush Hut, Nelly Bay?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Little Bush Hut, Nelly Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Bush Hut, Nelly Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Little Bush Hut, Nelly Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Magnetic Island National Park, Nelly Bay Beach and Massage on Magnetic. Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve and Alma Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Little Bush Hut, Nelly Bay Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

philip b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Bush Hut

Really enjoyed the stay, the accommodation was lovely a great private large block with heaps a space for our dogs to play. Would go back anytime 5 stars from me
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cosy

We enjoyed our stay very much. Has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Quirky little place with lots of wildlife roaming around. Tucked away nicely but still very close to local cafes and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

This is the second time I have stayed in this exquisite space. This time it was with my dog. If ur looking for solitude and peace this is it. The creek was swimable and even waking to the drizzling rain was so relaxing. Is so much to do on the island that I won’t hesitate to visit again. The outdoor bath was so beautiful as well! 🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Little Bush Shack

The Little Beach Shack is lovely.. set in natural and very private surroundings. My husband and I enjoyed the peace, seclusion and watching the wildlife from our terrace. The Shack itself is very comfortable and extremely well equipped. The bed is comfortable and the furniture is also relaxing. A full sized fridge is always a good thing and the cooking facilities are very good. The inclusion of two bikes is a good idea for some people and the choice of two outdoor sitting areas (front and back) lovely. We hope to be back.😊
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for this California hiking couple

Perfect in so many ways. The location was enchanting. Cockatoos, wallabies, bush stone curlews, parrots all viewed from the front deck while having morning coffee. The bikes were such a special convenience to explore around Nelly Bay and even Arcadia and Picnic Bay if you don’t mind the hills. The kitchen was great, the bed was comfortable, and the shower was so nice after a long hiking day. A hiking trail to Horseshoe Bay and Fort Junction starts right down the street from the house, and a bus stop is a 3 min walk. Great access to everything you want to do on the island including the market. We did all the hikes, saw 2 koalas on the Fort Walk, spent a day relaxing at Arthurs Bay and we still weren’t ready to go home. A real gem. Yes, some bugs to be expected, but we expected that.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

sav._.gaskell_

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the staff were lovely, the hut was cute and beautiful. the hut needed some dusting but other than that it was an incredible stay and i recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay for a couple days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing little piece of paradise

Great location, amazing facilities with lovely touches! Great that it is pet friendly! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and well-appointed. Perfect for one. Walking distance to Nelly Bay and the bus pick-up shelter is close by.Lovely to wake up to the sound of birds.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend for pup

Charming
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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Bush hit

This property was very easy to get to and very secluded. It had everything that we needed and it was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey F.

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Review

Beautiful place to stay. Peaceful and Private. Outdoor Tub was perfect for an afternoon timeout.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totally enjoyed the pet friendly nature of the place. Th only issue is the gaps in the fencing in the yard could allow small dogs to get out. This was not an issue with us but just an observation for recommendations for future guests.Loved the quiet & wildlife around the area. The front deck was perfect for relaxing in the afternoon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Escapism

Fabulous stay at ‘The Little Bush Hut’ decided to book a little Mother/Daughter stay plus one very happy small dog. It was so peaceful and extremely private. Short walk to Nelly Harbour. It was extremely easy and very comfortable and relaxing. I would definitely go back sometime. It had all the comforts of home and the outside bath is perfect and can fit a tall person! The little deck out the front was perfect for a lovely glass of wine accompanied by some music from the small speaker provided. Or just the sounds of the many cockatoos is fabulous to listen to!! Loved the whole experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute getaway

Beautiful quiet getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay at Little Bush Hut

We had a a really great stay here, it was so peaceful in the trees near the creek, with the dawn chorus of birds to wake up to. The bush hut was a great place to come back to at the end of a day exploring and beaching. Well located for getting about and we used the bikes every day. Comfortable bed. We had the best 10 days holiday ever!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nothing extra to add

Lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Archival

8/10 Good

Tina F.

Absolutely Fabulous

The little bush hut is exactly that and we loved it . From a camp fire to soaking in the bath tub . It was a very relaxing atmosphere and easy walk to cafe for breakfast . Pet friendly , we loved the clips on the big logs , so we could secure them out the front while we all enjoyed the camp fire . Back yard fully fenced . Even thou you felt you were in the bush it was very convenient spot at Nelly Bay . Inside the bush hut everything worked well and it all was very cute Our only problem is that we wished we had booked it for another few days .
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Loved it

We loved staying here it was perfect for us. We were able to take our little dog also which was perfect for us. We loved the layout and how cute and compact it was. This is perfect for a couple who are looking for a relaxing place to stay for a couple of nights and get away from the busy life we seem to lead these days. The lady at the place we collected the keys from was lovely and very helpful. The only thing I think they could do is put a sign out the front as we drove past it a couple of times. Other than that would recommend this place highly.
Archival

4/10 Poor

Kerry J.

Disappointed & NOT value for money

It certainly was EACTLY as it was named - a VERY little hut in the bush! Disappointed because all photos on the internet showed the rooms from a perspective that made them look more spacious than they were. It states that the hut is architecturally designed. Well THAT is a shock!! It is extremely basic I have to say. Finishes in the bathroom were very nice and in the kitchenette but everything else was very ordinary. Decks and back yard were extremely tiny. Not a place to return to at the end of an outing and enjoy sitting in for any length of time. Very dark inside when you woke in the morning. The write up about the accommodation mentions a number of features to attract you that I feel are incorrect - such as that it has quality linen as one of it's outstanding features - NOT TRUE!! Very basic & cheap! Donna very crumbled and "used". Furniture is mentioned to be top quality - that I also disagree with! Because we were limited to pet-friendly accommodation, we appreciated getting something, but it was not as advertised. For an island experience, the position gave you the feeling of anything BUT...
Verified

8/10 Good

barb l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025