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Private location, unbeatable Island views!

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Breathtaking Ocean and Island views!
Outstanding Water Views relaxed outdoor dining!
Lap up your private Pool!
Stunning Balinese design made for the tropics!
Relaxed lounging with amazing views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive Into Relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Porch or veranda
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Shute Harbour, QLD
  • Place, Conway Conservation Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Airlie
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Airlie Beach Lagoon
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private location, unbeatable Island views!

The view says it all! Undoubtedly the best the Whitsundays have to offer! Enjoy this unique Whitsunday Island location without leaving the mainland. Adjacent to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and National Park. Rejuvenate in your private paradise. Unique tropical Balinese design 3 bedroom Villa (upper level) includes lap pool, expansive decks, courtyard and 2 bathrooms with a spa bath. All bedrooms either have island or rainforest views. Relax by the pool or whale watch from the deck during winter the choices are endless. From this serene location you can enjoy the expansive views (without the busy harbour noise) or be intrigued by the amazing wildlife that surrounds you. It’s a bird lovers paradise too. Take a short walk via a rainforest track beside the Villa to Coral Beach. Shute Harbour Jetty (Island transfers and tours) and the Jetty Café are only a 7 min walk away. Being just 10 min drive to Airlie Beach you have the best of both worlds.
Please note some peak seasons, specials or short stays may have min booking amounts, set check in day or max guest number so check with me first. As added security you are protected by Ring Security cctv.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Over 12 years are adults
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
On appl.very small breeds under 5kgs price per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you book for singles there maybe a surcharge. Eg. Cost for 8 people is 4 rooms cost for 4 Singles in 4 rooms may incur a surcharge.
During Peak we may charge a flat rate rather than per person and we may have to limit guest numbers and no pets for short stayz. Check with me.
$1500 Bond is required via pre-authorisation on ccard supplied to owner, booking form to be completed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9031153
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Shute Harbour

Located in Shute Harbour, this holiday home is on the beach. Shute Harbour Marine Terminal and Port of Airlie are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Airlie Beach Market and Whitsunday Shopping Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Shute Harbour, QLD

What's nearby

  • Conway Conservation Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Port of Airlie - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Airlie Beach Market - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Coral Sea Marina - 15 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Proserpine Station - 34 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Deck - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KC's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Magnums Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Pub - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private location, unbeatable Island views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private location, unbeatable Island views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Private location, unbeatable Island views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private location, unbeatable Island views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private location, unbeatable Island views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private location, unbeatable Island views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Shute Harbour holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Conway Conservation Park, Coral Beach and Shute Harbour Marine Terminal. Conway National Park is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Amazing views

We had a wonderful time at Shute Harbour. The house was all that we could have hoped for. The views and pool were superb.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2025
Hi Julie, so pleased you enjoyed your stay and it was all you thought it would be! Thank you too for looking after my Villa Malekula it is appreciated!
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole T.

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

Lovely quiet area with amazing views and close walk to ferry terminal to travel to Hamilton Island.

Great communication with Jacinta
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Thanks Nicole hope your new mainland home is going well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie H.

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

Stunning Views

A beautiful house and pool with views to die for. Great relaxing space 10 min from Airlie beach. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Keily so pleased you had a great relaxing holiday and thank you for looking after Malekula for me its really appreciated!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamaica C.

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

Absolutely wonderful stay

To say my husband and I had a wonderful stay at this property is an understatement. The property was clean and the location was unbeatable. Jacinta was a breeze to deal with and accomodated our every need. The photos do not do this place justice. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

The pictures don’t lie!

We had a wonderful experience. The view / location is magnificent, we spend a lot of time looking out over the passage. Well worth selecting this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Adam thanks so much for your lovely review and thank you also for looking after my Villa Malekula!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darcee M.

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

Excellent property in a gorgeous location

I can't say enough good things about this property! It was beautifully maintained, well-stocked, very comfortable. As one can tell from the photos, it is in a beautiful and peaceful location. Jacinta was a wonderful resource for things to do and see. She was easy to work with, as an owner, and very organized, making it so much easier to plan other details. Thanks, Jacinta, we would love to return in the future!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Darcee thank you for taking the time to review! I am thrilled you loved it so much and thanks for looking after my little piece of paradise it is greatly appreciated. I love your addition of the VM Guest Cookbook Signature Recipes, can't wait to try yours! Hope you do get the chance to return sometime and that I get to see some your marvelous photos! Bye for now Jacinta
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

50th Wedding Anniversary

The property lived up to the description and photos on the Stayz website. My wife and loved the location and property amenities. Views from the deck quite stunning. Jacinta was always helpful and efficient. It helped make our two weeks memorable.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
David I'm so sorry I missed your review coming in! Thank you so much, having guests like you both really make my job, I so appreciate it. Its great to know your Anniversary was just how you wanted it! Thank you for looking after my little paradise!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy L.

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

Magical visit

We are a family of four, first time visiting Australia from the US. Our stay at Malekula Beach House was magical! The view from the back deck is stunning - and we enjoyed frequent visits from Kookaburras and Cockatoos. At night the stars fill the sky. The house is well appointed and comfortable. We appreciated the peaceful, quiet solitude of what we called "the Tree House". When we wanted more excitement, Airlie Beach was just a quick drive away. The house was exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Mindy thanks for your lovely review. I"m so thrilled you enjoyed your stay and experienced my little piece of Australian paradise it was a pleasure hosting you! Thanks also for leaving Villa Malekula looking so great! Hope the cold is not too much of a shock for you back home. Bye
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olmo V.

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

Excellent place

beautiful place to spend a good vacation good view and quiet place, beautiful to see the sunrise
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Olmo so glad you had a great vacation and enjoyed Villa Malekula! Thanks so much for looking after my piece of paradise so well too! Hope we see you again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

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

Exceptional Vacay

Beautiful house in a great quiet location with breathtaking views of the Whitsundays passage. Close the Airlie main centre. Well equipped for the family holiday. Kids loved the pool. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Joseph just realised I missed your review. Thanks so much for this and looking after my piece of paradise so well too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Perfect getaway

Stunning views, lots of wildlife, kids thoroughly enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris Q.

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

Just as promised - picture perfect!

I think it's fair to say we'll struggle to ever find a holiday rental with a view as amazing as this, postcard views all day! My wife and I stayed here on our honeymoon and loved every minute of it. About 15 mins outside of Airlie Beach, it was the perfect property to just relax and unwind. We spent most of our time in the pool doing absolutely nothing and watching a movie at night. Wifi was excellent and the smart TV gave us plenty of viewing options when we just wanted to enjoy some entertainment. I'd encourage visitors to hire a car to help them get around as there isn't much available shops or restaurant wise around the house. Thanks Jacinta for being an amazing host - great communication all the time. Your property is beautiful and a real find.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
I really have the best job in the world! Wonderful guests like you both and a great team behind me. Thank you for your fabulous review (and looking after Malekula for me). I'm soo pleased it was all you hoped for and that we see you again sometime. Good luck for the future! Bye Jacinta
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Ticked all the boxes

Amazing views, large pool to accommodate large group. Plenty of areas to get together. Clean & tidy. Jacinta was amazing to deal with.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Melissa thanks so much for your lovely review and thank you for looking after Villa Malekula for me it is greatly appreciated. Hope we see you again! Bye
Verified

8/10 Good

Crystal G.

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

Magnificent Views

This was an amazing place to stay. The view from the balcony was amazing. Very clean and tidy. Our Host Jacinta was friendly and a wealth of information. The pool was amazing to beat the summer heat in North Qld. Did I mention The View ;)
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Thanks Crystal for such a great review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clair A.

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

Very tranquil & such Beautiful views

We had such a lovely holiday at Maleuka. The property is Perfect for a family. Plenty of room to spread out. The view from the the front deck is so beautiful and even more so with the morning sunrise over the mountains & water. Highly recommended. Jacinta was very easy to communicate with. The boys also caught fish with a local fishing carter, and also managed to catch fish each time they took the dingy out. The bush walks to the beach are also very accessible and not far from the house. Thanks again Jacinta. We will definately be back. 😁
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Clair, Thanks so much for your lovely review, I really do have a great job when I have guests like your family! Malekula was gleaming at the end of your stay and it is appreciated so much. I hope you get the chance to visit again some time. Jacinta
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami P.

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

Perfect family vacation home

Our family loved our stay at this property! It is perfect for families. It’s open and spacious and architecturally beautiful. But it’s not fussy so you won’t be worried about kids being kids. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare family meals and then enjoy them on the back deck. Oh that view! Stunning! The pool is really lovely too. Unfortunately we had cool weather so didn’t get to enjoy it as much as we would have hoped. Maybe next time, as we would definitely return to this property. Thank you to Jacinta, who was so thoughtful sending us recommendations for things to do when the weather wasn’t cooperating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Tami, thanks so much for your lovely review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay but disappointed for you the weather wasn't its usual September self! Hopefully next time we can turn it on for you. Thanks too for looking after Malekula! Bye for now Jacinta
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowena S.

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

Stunning location

A beautiful property with Plenty of character Overlooking Whitsundays. Closest to Coral Beach , Conway National Park walking trails. House has everything you need away from the hustle and bustle but less than 10 mins drive . Didn’t want to leave .
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Rowena so pleased you had a great time and really made the most of our beautiful area! Thank you too for looking after Malekula it is appreciated. Hope you visit us again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great House, Beautiful View

Jacinta, the property owner was amazing. She was very nice, always responsive very quickly, and genuinely wanted to make our stay as good as possible. The house is beautiful. Spacious, well laid out, and comes with linens, towels, washing machine, and all the kitchen amenities you need. The pool was perfect for our two kids (10 & 12). The view from the large balcony was perfect, and great for an outdoor hangout or meal. Jacinta also knows the area and was knowledgeable about the local tours. We would stay there again and highly recommend it to anyone. It’s about 10 minutes from Airlie Beach, has walking paths very close, and an IGA less than 10 minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Thank you so much for choosing Malekula for your holiday and for the fabulous review. I have the best job in the world hosting great Guests like you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate L.

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

Great view, perfect for a group

House was large and spacious although we only had a smaller group It would suit a large family or group of friends well. Communication and checkin/out process with Jacinta was very easy and efficient. Jacinta is prompt in responding to email/text and made the whole process very easy. Only small critique would be that the pool wasn’t very clean on arrival however all the recent rain may have impacted the chemical balances. Otherwise very lovely house to stay would recommend to other travellers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Kate thank you for your review and managing to have a great time despite the truly awful weather you had. Yes you got it right the pool was checked the day prior and overnight 350mm fell! Thanks again too for looking after Malekula for me. J
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay, Jacinta was really helpful and accommodating. The views from the property are amazing. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Karen thanks for being such a wonderful guest its really appreciated!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catriona W.

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

Perfection

What a wonderful house to stay in, great place to relax and unwind, the views are amazing, Jacinta was great to deal with, would love to stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Frog alarm

Apart from enormous frog noise at night and far too many notices put up all over the house which did not give you a welcoming feeling the place was nice, had a bit of character to it and was nicely located! We enjoyed our stay nevertheless!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Barbara, Thanks for your comments. I's so glad you enjoyed your stay and that I was able to accommodate your request to extend. Yes North Queensland in summer, particularly with all the rain you had, can deliver a cacophony of sounds particularly coming from the National Park which we border. Sadly, following damage by some guests particularly to the bifold doors, we ordered signs and when delivered they were quite different to what we had ordered! They are being redone for us. I hope your trip back to Germany went well! Regards Jacinta
Verified

8/10 Good

Joannes c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

magnificent view, next to national park

very quiet, great view towards Hamilton Island at a distance, 10 min drive to Town center, 2 min drive to Shute Harbour, ideal spot if you don't want to be right where the crowds are. House is very big, everything works well, beds are comfortable. The host is very helpful and interested. We had a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita W.

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

Views

The views from the deck were stunning - rainforest on one side and islands on the other. The lap pool on the deck was still warm enough to use in July. Sailing the Whitsundays was a highlight - don't miss the opportunity to snorkel and to swim at Whitehaven beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Rita so glad you enjoyed your stay and thanks so much for leaving Malekula looking so beautiful!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIRIAM G.

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

A retreat without staying at a resort

This home is like being at a retreat it is so relaxing and was just what we were looking for in our holiday. The view from the moment we arrived was just stunning and were quite happy to spend lots of time at the house each day enjoying the balcony, whilst taking in the view over the bay. With our Border Collie in tow, we were grateful for being able to bring him away on holiday with us with the home having everything you need, from bedding to kitchen utensils. The location is quiet and serene and very relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay and would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Hi Miriam, many thanks for your review I am thrilled it was all you expected and suited the whole family! Thanks so much for looking after Malekula too . Best regards Jacinta

About the host

Hosted by Jacinta LIpson

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Six time Tourism Award Winner I have been involved in Tourism in the Whitsundays since the early 1980's as owner operator of a variety of tourism products. I have extensive knowledge of the Whitsunday Islands and Region and a deep love for the Whitsunday waters!

Why they chose this property

The view says it all! The pool and location are perfect and the Villa well it has a feel like nothing else - Unique!
Rejuvenate in serenity!

What makes this property unique

The Design was all our own and it has worked brilliantly - the perfect Summer Tropics House! The concept of flow through ventilation is ideal for this location without being locked away in airconditioning - you just don't need it!

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