Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Rainbow Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Firepit
Fenced yard
Explore the area
Rainbow Beach, Queensland
Phil Rogers Park
Place, Phil Rogers Park
3 min walk
Rainbow Beach
Place, Rainbow Beach
7 min walk
Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead
Place, Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead
17 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Drift at Rainbow – 4BR/8 Guests, Big Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome, 300m to Sand
No linen hire. No BYO. No surprise at check-in.
Many Rainbow Beach houses hand you a price, then hand you a linen hire form. Ours doesn't. Every bed is made before you walk in, and bath towels are out and waiting for all eight guests – included in what you paid. The only thing to pack is beach towels (ours kept going home with people, so that one's on you).
Welcome to Drift at Rainbow: a proper low-set beach house run by real people who know how to relax, host, and burn sausages on a BBQ (optional). No laminated rule books. No weird throw pillows.
This isn't just a bigger beach house — it's base camp for the tribe. Lazy mornings, sandy feet, and sunset drinks that somehow turn into midnight yarns.
Sleeps 8 across 4 real bedrooms: 🛏️ King with ensuite · Queen · Double · 2x King Singles — no bunk beds from 1987 🚿 2 bathrooms including the master ensuite ❄️ Ceiling fans throughout 🧺 Washer
The bits that make it work for a crowd: 🍳 Fully stocked kitchen — pots, pans and actual wine glasses ☕️ Automatic coffee machine (coffee included) 🔥 Two BBQs, a second fridge and a fire pit — because eight people means two cooks and a lot of drinks ☀️ Front verandah for sunrise coffee, covered rear entertaining zone for sunset wines 🌿 Huge fully fenced yard — bring the kids, bring the dog, bring your inner child 🏖️ Bath towels supplied — bring your own beach towels 🛜 Free wifi, plus books, games and puzzles for when the weather turns
Getting out and about: 🚶 300m to the beach, shops and pub. If you drive, you're doing it wrong. 🎣 Double carport for the 4WD, boat or jet ski — and you're 10 minutes from the K'gari barge at Inskip Point 🥾 Finishing or starting the Cooloola Great Walk? This is the base you want at either end
Local backup: our co-host Kerri knows where the locals actually get coffee, which beach is working today, and where to eat when you can't face cooking. Ask her anything.
Family holiday, multi-gen reunion, or a crew of mates needing sun and space — Drift at Rainbow brings the goods.
Book it, claim the ensuite, pack thongs (flip-flops for the internationals), and let the Drift begin.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you've used the BBQ, please give it a clean.
If you brought your furry friend, please use the bags near the BBQ to clean up and dispose of their waste.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20177947
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
About the area
Rainbow Beach
Located in Rainbow Beach, this holiday home is by the sea. Phil Rogers Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Sandy National Park and Womalah Resources Reserve. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Carlo Sand Blow - 7 min drive - 1.9 km
Inskip Point - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
Restaurants
The Deck @ Sea Salt - 5 min walk
Sails - 30 min drive
Flying Fish Cafe - 11 min walk
Ed's Beach Bakery - 7 min walk
Little Parliament - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Drift at Rainbow – 4BR/8 Guests, Big Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome, 300m to Sand pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Drift at Rainbow – 4BR/8 Guests, Big Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome, 300m to Sand?
As of 6 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift at Rainbow – 4BR/8 Guests, Big Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome, 300m to Sand on 25 August 2026 start from NZ$1,360, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Drift at Rainbow – 4BR/8 Guests, Big Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome, 300m to Sand?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Drift at Rainbow – 4BR/8 Guests, Big Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome, 300m to Sand?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Drift at Rainbow – 4BR/8 Guests, Big Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome, 300m to Sand?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Drift at Rainbow – 4BR/8 Guests, Big Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome, 300m to Sand located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Phil Rogers Park and Rainbow Beach. Great Sandy National Park and Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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A lovely stay at a spacious beach shack close to everything’sPerfect for two families
tristan h.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 January 2026
Thanks for staying at Drift @Rainbow and for the review. We are very happy that you and the extended family could enjoy our place and the township. Welcome back anytime.