Title: Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. 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 # Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91832700/91832679/aa4c9669.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91832700/91832679/1a255e11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91832700/91832679/81da6f47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91832700/91832679/21474a18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91840000/91832700/91832679/43cf39d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Shipwreck Sands, a 4-bedroom beach house with pool, offers serene tranquility in Picnic Bay. Enjoy the stunning views of the Coral Sea and Hawkings Point from the private side deck or front deck. Explore walking tracks to coral sea lookouts or simply relax at foreshore restaurants and cafes within walking distance. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. 4 Bedroom beach house with pool Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. Built at the very end of the Picnic Bay Esplanade this home enjoys wonderful views across the bay, the boulders of Hawkings Point and a fringe of tropical bushland ensures your privacy. Shipwreck Sands is in a beautiful and tranquil absolute beachfront section of Picnic Bay. Shipwreck Sands is nestled at the east end of the Picnic Bay beachfront. This is the last property fringed by bushland on one side that attracts an array of birdlife that you will appreciate from inside or outside this lovely home. Shipwreck Sands overlooks a lush, grassed foreshore on the edge of the sand, nothing to obstruct the beautiful view. A perfect home to take in the view across the bay and the magnificent granite boulders of Hawkings Point. Within easy walking distance you can throw a fishing line off the historic jetty, relax and enjoy a delicious meal at the foreshore restaurants and cafes, explore walking tracks to stunning coral sea lookouts, play a round of golf at the local course or simply enjoy the peace of quiet and beautiful surrounds of this magnificent property. This house features comfortable furnishings and decor throughout. The architecturally designed home has used angles and windows to capture the tropical breeze and plenty of light. A front deck brings the outside in and you can enjoy the view across the Coral Sea to Townsville on the horizon. The private side deck makes the perfect place to enjoy the pool and outside dining area. This home is suitable for both couples and families featuring 4 bedrooms. There are 2 queen beds and an option to have 4 king single beds or 2 king beds. The main bedroom features an ensuite plus there are 2 additional bathrooms. This property is professionally managed by Best of Magnetic, Magnetic Island's No.1 accommodation business.   Bedding Configuration : Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bed Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen Bed Bedroom 3: 1 x King Bed OR 2 x Single Beds Bedroom 4: 1 x King Bed OR 2 x Single Beds 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 ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - 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 - 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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\_142 ## About the area Located in Picnic Bay, this holiday home is near the beach. Maritime Museum of Townsville and Perc Tucker Regional Gallery are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Horseshoe Bay Markets and Fairfield Central Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Queensland Country Bank Stadium or Reid Park Street Circuit. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Picnic Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picnic-Bay.dx6351564) [View more Holiday homes in Picnic Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picnic-Bay-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6351564-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-19.17802%2C146.84067&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Bs4LS428gkDe6yLYhOfGmRddlo4=) Picnic Bay, QLD ### What's nearby - Magnetic Island National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Magnetic Island Golf Course - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Horseshoe Bay Beach - 19 min drive - 7.6 miles - Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 32 min drive - 9.4 miles - The Strand Beach - 38 min drive - 11.6 miles ### Getting around - Townsville Station - 57 min drive - Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 66 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Spin Cafe - ‬40 min drive - ‪Ardo Rooftop Bar - ‬40 min drive - ‪The Palm House - ‬40 min drive - ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Shorehouse - ‬41 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group.? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Picnic Bay Beach and Magnetic Island National Park. Magnetic Island Golf Course and Rocky Bay are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fantastic beachfront home suitable for a couple or family group. 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