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Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Exterior detail
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Burrum Heads, QLD
  • Place, Toogoom Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Esplanade
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Main bathroom

Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim

Close to the water, pub and boat ramp what more could you want for a perfect holiday. This property has a fully secured back yard for dogs and off street parking. It's a five minute walk to the water, a short stroll to the local hotel and bottle shop and the boat ramp is just around the corner. If you are looking for a comfortable and well located property, look no further. Please note linen is not supplied but can be booked directly through our cleaner if required.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off the ceilings fans and air-conditioning.
If you have had your furry friend with you check the yard for any droppings.
Clean the BBQ (if used).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Burrum Heads

Located in Burrum Heads, this holiday home is on a river. Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club and Hill of Promise Estate Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Beelbi Creek Conservation Park and O'Regan Creek Conservation Park.
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Burrum Heads, QLD

What's nearby

  • Beelbi Creek Conservation Park - 15 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Toogoom Beach - 15 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club - 25 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre - 26 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Esplanade - 27 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Howard Station - 32 min drive
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goody's on the Beach - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burrum Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A Taste Of Burrum - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burrum Heads Bowls Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burrum Heads Hotel Motel - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim?

As of 21 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim on 17 January 2026 start from NZ$220.5, 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 Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jack's Shack - Burrum Heads - Relax, fish and swim located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Toogoom Beach and 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Beelbi Creek Conservation Park. O'Regan Creek Conservation Park and Vernon Conservation Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 123 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful will be coming back for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lyndell G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fine. As we were there for 2 weeks we really needed a pantry. Lady next door was lovely. We had a lot of rain and the outside area was not the best with all the strong winds.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was set up with everything you could possibly need. It was very pet friendly including puppy pee pads ( which we didn't need but great to see. ) Loved the safe back yard for the dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jack's Shack was such a nice place to stay. Clean, close to the water and a nice yard for pur doggy. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Craig P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location and place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great not a shack everything was there and more very comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and tidy,great fenced back yard for our dog
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love our stayz at jacks shack.Will always be our go to holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As soon as you walk in jack shack it is homely, clean , comfortable its a home away from home , checkin was easy the kitchen facilities modern clean .We had our 2 dogs and having a place to stay that caters for your fur babies makes the stay relaxing . Plenty of space and secure outdoors
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
hi guys place was great just a few things when we arrived there was a basket of washing on washing machine we left it there.. also the back security door is locked but had no key all good but the fire alarm went off at 6.00 am one morning and we could not get out of that door. Just saying.... place ws clean and great thx so much we tried to leave it as we found it clean and tidy used blower on patio.. cleaned up wee doggy poo from back yard so all in all should be in great shape .. we are looking to plan another trip up to Burrum Heads and will definitely stay with you... thank you so much Bruce and Kerry
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable

Very well-equipped kitchen, roomy, good undercover outdoor area (excellent because it rained all day), private, short walk to beach,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacki F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jacks Shack

Beautiful place very clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jack's Shack

The property was clean n beautifully maintained. Would highly recommend it to family n friends.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lobely property, wasnt aware it was a duplex until a couple of days before which would have been nice to know as my kids can be noisy and I don't like subjecting others to that if I can help it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariano and Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Love the property location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jacks shack Burrum heads

The family and I loved the feel, cleanliness of this property. My daughter especially loved the board games provided! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Nice quiet spot close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jack's Shack

Lovely, comfortable cottage, just around the walkway from the river
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice little flat

It was comfortable & nice & quiet. Just lack of communication about the address but I worked it out from the map & the sign ‘Jacks Shack’
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect private dog-friendly place

This is our 2sd time staying at Jacks shack. We love it here so much and family who came to visit us also were all full of compliments about the shack. Easy walking distance to beach and shops and a huge bonus is the large parking spac.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jacks shack getaway

Beautiful spot! Kids and dogs loved it!We will be back :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
After booking - I read the reviews and I now understand most of them. Once you have stayed at Jacks Shack you'll feel not only like it's home away from home, but part of it's greater family.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Virginia C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Days to stay

Why is cleaning SO overpriced for someone who wanted to stay 2 nights
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

It was perfect. Clean and nice property manager
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Cath Smeeton

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Building memories is so important as you never know how long you or your loved ones are here for. There is no better way to build memories than spending time at the beach swimming, reading a book, taking the dogs for a swim, doing a spot of fishing of the river banks and jetty or being out on a boat with family and friends.

Why they chose this property

Jack's Shack is our place to build new memories, after loosing our son Jack to suicide at the tender age of 21. Jack loved to fish and be outdoors, so Jack's Shack would have been his dream holiday destination. To reflect his generous nature, we are sharing this beautiful part of the world and his Shack with others. It is a very special place for our family so please come and enjoy it, look after it and love it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

Come and see it to believe what a special part of the world Burrum Heads is. The Foodworks does the most amazing ice-creams! It's worth coming here just for that!

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