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# Blue on Cockle

## Photo gallery for Blue on Cockle

![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Living room | TV, DVD player - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/149e1474.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Living area | TV, DVD player - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/30f335d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | View from room - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/45cda557.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Terrace/patio - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/5fb64fc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | 3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds - Blue on Cockle (Picnic Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23250000/23243900/23243815/f8d3cc1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

 Blue on Cockle provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

## Popular amenities

- Parking included
- Air-conditioning
- Laundry room
- Kitchen

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## About the area

Located in Picnic Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Maritime Museum of Townsville and Cultural Centre Townsville are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Horseshoe Bay Markets and Fairfield Central Shopping Centre. ReefHQ and Strand Waterpark are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Picnic Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picnic-Bay.dx6351564)

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Blue on Cockle, Cockle Bay, Cockle Bay, Picnic Bay, QLD, 4819

### What's nearby

- ![Magnetic Island National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217248/482d0bcf-80e7-4789-887e-01861ffc02bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Magnetic Island National Park  
1 min walk \- 0.1 miles
- ![Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217205/761a3cb3-5f89-41d8-9162-441fe50597bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal  
36 min drive \- 9.7 miles
- ![North Queensland Stadium in Railway Estate a suburb of Townsville, Queensland, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998020096/df9f5ff0-66e4-47fc-8950-074e9ab2b51d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Queensland Country Bank Stadium  
39 min drive \- 10.8 miles
- Magnetic Island Golf Course  
18 min walk \- 0.9 miles
- Picnic Bay Beach  
6 min drive \- 0.6 miles

### Getting around

- Townsville, QLD (TSV)  
73 min drive

### Restaurants

- Tiny Palm Coffee  
6 min drive
- Terasu  
42 min drive
- Granite  
7 min drive
- Seagulls Restaurant  
43 min drive
- Ric's Woodfire Pizza  
6 min drive

## About this property

### Blue on Cockle

Property highlights 

 Blue on Cockle provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. 

Other perks include: 

- Free self-parking
- Barbecues and a lift

Room features 

All guest rooms at Blue on Cockle boast comforts, such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas. 

More conveniences in all rooms include: 

- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
- Bathrooms with showers and baths or showers
- TVs with digital channels and DVD players
- Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas and kitchens

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- Pool
- Kitchen
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi

9.2

Wonderful

13 reviews

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### MainStay Suites Townsville

South Townsville

- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning

8.8

Excellent

441 reviews

£107

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight 

Contactless check-in and check-out are available 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out 

### Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[Best of Magnetic, Shop 3, 147 - 153 Sooning St\] 

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours 

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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

### Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20 per night.

Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20 per night

### Payment types at the property

## Important information

### Optional extras

- Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20 per night
- Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. 

### 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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 

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 professionally cleaned 

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

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

### Property is also known as

Blue Cockle House Picnic Bay

Blue Cockle House

Blue Cockle Picnic Bay

Blue Cockle

Blue on Cockle Picnic Bay

Blue on Cockle Private vacation home

Blue on Cockle Private vacation home Picnic Bay

## Frequently asked questions

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## Reviews

## Blue on Cockle Reviews

10

### Exceptional

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### 8.0

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

### 10

Staff & service

### 6.0

Property conditions & facilities

10 - Excellent

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0

6 - Okay

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## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Sharon

28 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

perfect location to relax, no need to go anywhere. Somewhat rustic, which just added to the charm.

##### Sharon

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

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