Shearwater - Spacious family holiday rental in Happy Valley

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10Outstanding
(60 Ratings)
"OMG! Where to start!Location location location!Extra amenities, port a cot for Bub, sand toys, floaters for creek and extremely well sourced cooking utensils, cutlery, coffee machine and more! So easy..."
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10 / 10
Outstanding(60 Ratings)

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10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

Walking distance to the beach and local store, this well appointed home located inside the dingo fence that protects Happy Valley, will comfortably accommodate and entertain 2 families.

COMFORTABLE, WELL APPOINTED AND EQUIPPED FAMILY HOME
Comfortably sleeping 6 adults and 3 children, with three Queen beds, and two sets of bunks, the house can expand to meet the size of your family.

Pillows, blankets, under blankets, duvets and duvet covers, hand towels, bathmats and tea towels are provided. You need to bring sheets, pillowcases and towels.

The house is fully screened, with ceiling fans in all the bedrooms and living areas. The large front verandah and living areas catch cool breezes all year round.

LARGE ENTERTAINMENT AND DINING AREAS
Both the verandah and dining tables cater for 10.

EXTENSIVE LIBRARY OF GAMES AND BOOKS
As a holiday home, furnished to support broad family demographics, it contains a large library of games, beach toys and books to entertain both young and old on the days you are not exploring the island.

There is also a library of reference books on K'gari (Fraser Island) and the surrounds, along with books to help identify local birds and fish, for those thirsty to learn more about the Island.

BEDROOMS
The master bedroom is located on the second floor. It has an ensuite and separate sitting room complete with a lounge suite, table and chairs, fridge and tea and coffee making facilities.

The main downstairs bedroom has a queen bed, lots of cupboards, and plenty of room to accommodate a porta cot (provided along with change mat, high chair and baby gate) or additional bed.

There is second queen bedroom downstairs, plus two rooms each with a set of double bunks. There is a spare mattress under each of the sets of bunks in case your guests are not sharing the queen beds.

SHEARWATER
Shearwater is well equipped to cater for up to 10 guests, including kitchen and baking equipment and basic supplies.

The house is off grid, powered solar energy, with a back up generator that automatically starts when the battery power is low. The solar energy powers the two fridge/freezers, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and milk frother, electric toaster, kettle, microwave, slow cooker and rice cooker, handheld mixer and blender

The barbecue and stove top run on gas, with instant Rinnai gas hot water supplying the house.



As the house is isolated, with no access to regular cleaners, we ask that you leave the house as you found it, cleaning the house on exit. More information is available on the Shearwaterfraserisland site.

HAPPY VALLEY
Shearwater is at Happy Valley, a small township half way up the east coast of the island protected by a dingo proof fence. Drive up into the Valley, and the house is just past the Retreat on the road to Lake Garrawongera. Fuel (both diesel and petrol), a limited range of food, alcohol and souvenirs can be purchased from the Retreat. Along with the shop, the Retreat also has a Bistro and bar operating 7 days a week, and is just a 1 minute walk from the house so an easy alternative to cooking every night.

GETTING TO K'GARI
The beach is the main road on K'Gari, so a four wheel drive vehicle is essential for visiting Shearwater. Vehicular ferries run from both River Heads, Hervey Bay and Inskip Point, north of Rainbow Beach.

Amenities at Shearwater - Spacious family holiday rental in Happy Valley

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(60 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
OMG! Where to start!Location location location!Extra amenities, port a cot for Bub, sand toys, floaters for creek and extremely well sourced cooking utensils, cutlery, coffee machine and more! So easy to get up, down or inland on island tracks and a great meal at the pub/convenience store just a very short stroll down the way. The 3 bathrooms and 3 toilets made sure no one was kept waiting and the car takers and host both amazingly wonderful to deal with! We are crossing our fingers the house will be available for next years trip (once we confirm the dates with all our travellers)
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Great house in a great location
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
A great spot to stay on Fraser Island! Central to everything on the east side. The house has everything you need.Elspeth was great to deal with and was more than happy to accomedate an early check is for us as we were travelling with 3 young children. There care takers Pete and Ann we friendly and sorted out a new gas bottle for the BBQ as soon as we contacted them.
6 / 10Average·May 2022
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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Shearwater - Spacious family holiday rental in Happy Valley. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Shearwater - Spacious family holiday rental in Happy Valley pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Shearwater - Spacious family holiday rental in Happy Valley?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.