Title: Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110936951&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach ## Photo gallery for Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach ![Property grounds - Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach (Strathdickie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110940000/110937000/110936951/1c17366b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach (Strathdickie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110940000/110937000/110936951/ff0863dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach (Strathdickie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110940000/110937000/110936951/5c6e10e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker - Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach (Strathdickie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110940000/110937000/110936951/6d1f2f63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach (Strathdickie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110940000/110937000/110936951/dbcafc91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach This modern, single bedroom off-grid home is designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings, and has all you could want. It provides space to relax and unwind. You’re likely to see Ulysses and Orchard Swallowtail and the Common Eggfly Butterflies, and see and hear Rainbow Bee-eaters, Pacific Emerald Doves, Bush Stone Curlews, Peaceful Doves, and Scrub Turkeys as they forage among the surrounding Fig trees, Mackay cedars, Flame Trees, White Cedars, Damson and Milky Pines. Your nearest neighbour is almost half a kilometre away, and nowhere in sight. Given its proximity to Airlie Beach, you can easily base yourself from Moondance Escape while you explore the nearby Whitsunday Islands. You’ll have access to WIFI so you can sit back and plan your visits to the islands or to the Great Barrier Reef for snorkelling, diving or just relaxing at one of the many nearby beaches. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### 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 - In a rural location ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 Property Registration Number 212-2024-58-1 ## About the area Located in Strathdickie, this holiday home is in a rural area. Proserpine Golf Club and Coral Sea Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Norman Nature Refuge and Dryander Forest Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Les Stagg Oval or Father Tom Gard Centre. [Visit our Strathdickie travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Strathdickie.dx6345809) [View more Holiday homes in Strathdickie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Strathdickie-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6345809-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-20.302063,148.60046&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xj%7BzB%7Bo%7Ei%5B%3FO%3FQ%3FO%40Q%3FO%40Q%40M%40S%40MBQ%40OBO%40QBMBOBQBODMBODODQBMFODODODMFODIFOFOFOFKFMHOFKHOFKHKHOHKHIHMHKJKHKJKJKHIJKJKJIJKLIJGJILGJILGLILGJILELILELGLENELELENGLELENALENCNELANCLANCNCNANAL%3FNCN%3FNCN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%3FNBN%3FN%40N%40LBNBN%40LBN%40NDLBNDL%40NDLDLFNDLDLDLDLFLDLHLDLHLFJHLFLHJFJHLFJHJJJHJJJJJHHJJJJJHJHJJLHHHJFNHJHJHNFJFNHLFJFNDNFNFHDNFLDNDNDNDLDPBNDNBLBNBPBNBLBP%40NBN%40P%40L%40R%40L%40P%40N%3FP%3FN%40P%3FN%3FLAP%3FN%3FPANAPANANANARCLANCPCNCLCPCNCNENCLEPENELENENGLENGJGNELGNGJINGLGJINIJIJGNIJIJKJIJIJKJKJILKFKJKJKHKJKHMFKHKFMHMHKFMHMFMDMHMDMFMFMDMDOBMFMDODM%40ODMBODO%40MBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%3FO%40M%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOCO%3FOAM%3FOCOAOCOAMCOCMAOEOCMEOAMEMEOGMCMEOEMGMGMEMIMEKGMIMGMIKIMGKIKGMIKKKIKKKKIGKMKKIKKKIKIKIKIKIOIKGKIOGKIMGOGKGOGMGOEKGOEMEOEOGMCOEQEMCOEOCOCQCMCOAQCOAMCSAOAOAOAQ%3FOAQ%3FO%3FQ%3FM&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oqzlKYNVWALKBaRboDlb6igoaBM=) Strathdickie, QLD ### What's nearby - ![Abell Point Marina showing a sunset, sailing and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141868/6ad41e88-fc8d-4b60-ae1a-31c081730e04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Coral Sea Marina 23 min drive \- 15.6 miles - ![Airlie Beach Lagoon showing a pool, tropical scenes and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6283231/4b1c74df-8b44-44cf-a2bb-312d86bed5d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Airlie Beach Lagoon 23 min drive \- 15.8 miles - ![Port of Airlie which includes a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621592884319/46ad77fa-03c7-4310-b0b9-9bc1080de528.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Airlie 25 min drive \- 16.5 miles - ![Airlie Beach Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635146341937/f322a0a8-6bb6-499c-8faf-1c835fce5eb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Airlie Beach Market 26 min drive \- 16.2 miles - Dryander National Park 3 min walk \- 0.1 miles ### Getting around - Ohanlons Siding Station 18 min drive - Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 13 min drive - Espresso & Bloom 14 min drive - Reef Gateway Hotel 13 min drive - FISHI 13 min drive - Peppi's Pizzeria And Kitchen 14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach? ### Where is Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Moondance Escape is a unique, secluded retreat yet only 15mins from Airlie Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoff w. 18 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very private An amazing, spacious house a world away from the hustle and bustle of Airlie, yet only 15 minutes away. So very peaceful, quiet and private. We loved it. ##### Geoff w. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelbee K. 8 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was amazing, The house was very tidy and hosts were very lovely people. Would 100% recommend ##### Shelbee K. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey C. 3 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful stay Amazing , secluded , wonderful hosts ! Perfect stay ##### Jeffrey C. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian C. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best stay in Australia This is a wonderful and peaceful retreat next to nature with great amenities. Debbie is a fantastic host and very generous. This place is right next to the forest with no one nearby, great for people who love privacy. The bath in the backyard with firewood is awesome. Highly recommended for anyone staying in the area! ##### Adrian C. 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