BUDGET ACCOMMODATION Creature Comforts: Marloo Unit - Better than camping!

Hostel in K'gari

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Bathroom
Bedroom 1 (Queen Bed)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
NZ$236
avg per night

Explore the area

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Fraser Island, QLD
  • Place, Eli Creek
  • Place, Lake McKenzie
  • Place, Central Station
  • Airport, Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
The current price is NZ$236
avg per night

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About the area

Maheno

Located in K'gari, this hostel is on the beach. Maheno Shipwreck and Maheno Wreck are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at River Heads Ferry Dock and Great Sandy Straits Marina. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

Getting around

  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fraser Island Retreat - ‬1 min walk

About this property

BUDGET ACCOMMODATION Creature Comforts: Marloo Unit - Better than camping!

“Creature Comforts” is a unit complex built in the 1960’s for budget accommodation purposes on fabulous K'Gari (Fraser Island). Centrally located at Happy Valley on the World Heritage-Listed K'Gari (Fraser Island), Creature Comforts is 50 meters from Happy Valley Retreat and only 150 meters to 75 Mile Beach.


PLEASE NOTE: we do have on-site Property Caretakers who reside in the adjacent unit at this complex. This is NOT a party Unit and all guests are asked to be respectful of both our caretakers and your neighbours and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm.

The Creature Comforts complex has 2 units available: “Marloo” sleeping up to 4 people and “Eli” sleeping up to 12 people. Each unit has its own private bathroom. There is an outdoor communal Camp Kitchen available to both Units.

** Please see separate listing for “Eli” if you wish to book both properties for larger groups up to 16 guests**
https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p9458537?uni_id=8537640

“Marloo” is a budget accommodation unit designed to be the next best thing to camping on the beach with toilets, hot showers, running water and 24 hour power (48v solar panel battery system) with back-up generator. No more dragging all the gear up the beach and losing hours of lost time setting up and pulling down your camp!

The Marloo Unit has 3 bedrooms and its own private bathroom (hot shower, toilet and vanity):

• Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen bed
• Bedroom 2: 1 x King Single bunk bed
• Bedroom 3: 1 x Single bunk bed

The Marloo has been freshly painted internally and the total complex is powered by a 48v solar panel battery system (with back-up generator). With fly-screens on the doors, it is comfortable during the warmer months with wall-mounted fans in all rooms.

There is an outdoor communal camp kitchen (shared by the 2 units) with large stainless steel bbq, kitchen sink, servery, complete with numerous huge 8-10 seater timber tables - perfect for alfresco dining. The Camp Kitchen also has 2 upright fridge/freezers (one for each unit). All pots/pans/plates/cutlery is supplied.

ADDED EXTRAS:
• All beds have mattress protectors and a pillow (you will need to bring your own bed sheets and towels)
• 24-hour power (48v solar power system with back-up generator)

Make your next stay at K'Gari (Fraser Island) hassle-free with all the basics already in place for you and the family. Marloo is a cheap alternative to camping for your next stay on the Island.

THE LOCATION:
Centrally located (approximately half-way up the eastern coast of K'Gari), Happy Valley is the perfect base to head north and explore the likes of Eli Creek, Maheno Shipwreck, Indian Head and Champagne Pools. Heading south will take you to Lake Wabby, Eurong and across the Island to Central Station and Lake McKenzie. Explore beaches, lakes, creeks, rainforests, 4x4 tracks, sand-blows and endless scenery. A short 150m walk along the elevated boardwalk provides direct access to the beach.



The entire community of Happy Valley is fully enclosed by a dingo fence to secure the safety of families. The Fraser Island Retreat is only a 50m walk and provides a restaurant, bar, fuel and general store. Happy Valley has access to full Telstra coverage.

Amenities

Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The Happy Valley township has a noise curfew in place from 11pm. Please head down to the beach if you wish to continue socialising after this time
All rubbish is to be removed and taken to the tip on departure. This is a strictly non-smoking property . CONFIRM TOTAL NUMBER OF GUEST
Confirm that you have read through the property description and understand the set-up of the complex

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is BUDGET ACCOMMODATION Creature Comforts: Marloo Unit - Better than camping! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BUDGET ACCOMMODATION Creature Comforts: Marloo Unit - Better than camping!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BUDGET ACCOMMODATION Creature Comforts: Marloo Unit - Better than camping!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BUDGET ACCOMMODATION Creature Comforts: Marloo Unit - Better than camping! located?

Situated on the beach, this hostel is steps from Seventy-Five Mile Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hammerstone Sandblows and South Waddy Beach. Orchid Beach and Eurong Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).