Title: Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway 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 # Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway Holiday home in Townsville with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101060000/101054100/101054007/cd58aee4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101060000/101054100/101054007/63ebb0ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101060000/101054100/101054007/559dc193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101060000/101054100/101054007/569f3397.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101060000/101054100/101054007/42950620.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a water park, a garden and laundry facilities at Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities ## 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. ### Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway No traffic noise, situated on 25 acres of natural bushland. Relax and soak in the nature or watch a beautiful sunrise from the outdoor patio. Fully air conditioned, screened, wi-fi, car port and tastefully styled. Fully fenced yard with electric front gate. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Deck/patio - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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; 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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 a grey water recycling system 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Gumlow, a neighbourhood in Townsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and Riverway Lagoon are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Willows Shopping Centre and Fairfield Central Shopping Centre. Townsville Barra Fishing & Cable Ski Park and Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Townsville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville.dx6047631) [View more Holiday homes in Townsville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6047631-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-19.35244%2C146.70105&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PyZenM27RFxJ_EyUxHBH5wBkm1g=) Gumlow, QLD ### What's nearby - Riverway Lagoon - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles - Willows Shopping Centre - 13 min drive - 6.7 miles - James Cook University - 23 min drive - 8.6 miles - Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 26 min drive - 15.3 miles - Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive - 16.4 miles ### Getting around - Townsville Station - 27 min drive - Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 26 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Brothers Leagues Club Townsville - ‬12 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Riverview Tavern - ‬12 min drive - ‪Twin City Hotel - ‬12 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway located? > Located in Gumlow, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Townsville Barra Fishing & Cable Ski Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Willows Shopping Centre and 1300SMILES Stadium. Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens and Riverside Off Leash Dog Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rural Setting - Close to shops, Townsville Hospital and Riverway Reviews 10 ### 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 11 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma and Jamie C. 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic place with great amenities Great property, clean and tidy. Great amenities and well maintained. ##### Emma and Jamie C. Stayed 11 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neale M. 5 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location and property Month long stay very comfortable ##### Neale M. Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamara W. 3 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Far enough away but close enough to everything Fantastic place to stay if you’re looking to stay out of town. Everything that you need for a comfortable extended stay. Will definitely stay again :) ##### Tamara W. Stayed 10 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherilee T. 21 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Totally recommend Totally recomend, very neat and tidy 2 bedroom home and host absolutely lovely people the property nice and peaceful and beautiful views of the mountains we have found our home away from home and will be back again. ##### Sherilee T. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary B. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Terrific Accommodation We really enjoyed coming back to holiday house. Very comfy & all the gear you'd need for any type of stay. Would definitely stay again & highly recommend. Thanks again ##### Gary B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa O. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home Perfect for our family of 4 (my 5 year old and 13 year old girls shared a bed) for 4 nights. Very lovely, modern home in country setting away from hustle and bustle, very relaxing. ##### Teresa O. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave W. 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Meeting my Grandson in Townsville Booked 4 night’s accommodation and cannot recommend this property highly enough. Immaculately clean, peaceful, but close enough to ammenities like Woolworths, Pub etc. This is the first time I have booked accommodation through Stayz, and the communication from Jackie was absolutely spot on. Thank you for everything. ##### Dave W. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gaby W. 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful oasis We ended up here after 2 cancellations, so was a bit further away to the city than we would of liked but we knew that when we booked. It was a beautiful property just out of town. Not very far from Woolies and a local shoppocentre. ##### Gaby W. Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taila W. 18 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property & amazing hosts! What an absolutely beautiful home. Jackie and her husbands were sooo accommodating of our last minute changes, came down to help us with the wifi and were so incredibly lovely. The decor was beautiful, the home clean and spacious and comfortable. Can’t thank them enough for providing us with this beautiful place during a crappy time. ##### Taila W. Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Communication from booking agent the worst the owners were lovely no instructions sent ##### Stephanie Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Meriton Suites Adelaide Street, Brisbane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Adelaide-Street.h13521416.Hotel-Information) > > [Noosa Tropicana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Noosa-Tropicana.h3769240.Hotel-Information) > > [Regency on the Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Regency-On-The-Beach.h1784811.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradise Resort Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Paradise-Resort-Gold-Coast.h43437.Hotel-Information) > > [RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-RACV-Royal-Pines-Resort-Gold-Coast.h425456.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Brisbane-Airport-Hotel.h19295854.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Gold-Coast-Resort-Spa.h25943.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Cairns.h7566.Hotel-Information) > > [The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-The-Langham.h78099407.Hotel-Information) > > [Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Gilligans-Backpackers-Hotel-Resort.h1102895.Hotel-Information) > > [Cairns Plaza Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Plaza-Hotel.h890459.Hotel-Information) > > [Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Arise-Brisbane-Skytower.h19178209.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal On The Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Royal-On-The-Park.h582734.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Brisbane Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Pullman-Brisbane-Airport.h19295763.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Brisbane-Central.h14677166.Hotel-Information) > > [Burleigh on the Beach Holiday Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Burleigh-On-The-Beach-Holiday-Apartments.h9625452.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Tropiq](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Rainbow-Resort.h201315.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Novotel-Cairns-Oasis-Resort.h84251.Hotel-Information) > > [Southern Cross Atrium Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Southern-Cross-Atrium-Apartments.h1119287.Hotel-Information) > > [Melaleuca Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Melaleuca-Resort.h1142618.Hotel-Information) > > [Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Peppers-Soul-Surfers-Paradise.h4619963.Hotel-Information) > > [Rumba Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Rumba-Beach-Resort.h3688041.Hotel-Information) > > [W Brisbane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-W-Brisbane.h21612140.Hotel-Information) > > [Stamford Plaza Brisbane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Stamford-Plaza-Brisbane.h460514.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Marina.h16032.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Guayarmina Princess - Adults Only (+16)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Adeje-Hotels-Guayarmina-Princess-Adults-Only.h8151652.Hotel-Information) > > [Imperial Hotel Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Palazzo-Versace.h541927.Hotel-Information) > > [Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Noosa Backpackers Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Nomads-Noosa-Backpackers-Hostel.h3856711.Hotel-Information) > > [Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Bay-Village-Tropical-Retreat-Apartments.h980056.Hotel-Information)