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The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home

The Crab Pot is a double storey large family house with 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and full kitchen upstairs PLUS one separate bedroom with en-suite in a granny flat type setup downstairs making it perfect for large groups, multiple families or three generations. The lounge room, master bedroom and granny flat have air conditioning and the other bedrooms have pedestal fans. A large kitchen overlooks the outdoor deck which has ocean views.

Tuan is a very quiet fishing town with plenty of wildlife surrounding the house. We always have kangaroos, birds, ducks and more hanging around to look at. Please don’t get too close they’re wild animals.

The Crab Pot at Tuan is a family friendly boating adventure waiting to happen. Got a boat? Love fishing? Crabbing? Towing the kids around on the tube? Then this is the place for you!

Tuan has a pontoon, double lane, all tide deep water boat ramp and is just a quick boat trip out to K'Gari (Fraser Island). Down the front (a stones throw away) there is a kids playground and a sandy beach to swim and play at.

In Boonooroo (5 min drive) there is a golf club that serves wonderful food on a Saturday night (you must book by Thursday) and a bowls club that serves meals on Friday and Saturdays. Please note there are no shops in town, the closest is Maryborough (15 min drive).

Along with our other wildlife we do get quite a few mozzies and midgies which are worse at different times of the year. We provide coils and bug spray but advise you bring your own as well and cover up particularly at dusk.

There is plenty of on site parking for your cars and boats on the grass or driveway.

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9669890
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Tuan

Tuan is home to this holiday home. Mary Poppins Statue and Customs House Interpretive Centre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Poona National Park and Tinana Island Conservation Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mary Ann Steam Locomotive, or check out an event or a game at Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating and other activities like whale watching.
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Tuan, QLD

What's nearby

  • Poona National Park - 11 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Mary Poppins Statue - 22 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Queens Park - 22 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Customs House Interpretive Centre - 22 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre - 23 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

  • Maryborough Station - 26 min drive
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poona Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪cottonwood orphanage - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home?

As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home on 27 October 2026 start from NZ$356, 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 The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Crab Pot at Tuan - Huge Family Home located?

Located in Tuan, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Poona National Park, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Federation Park and St. Mungo Plantation Park. Mary Ann Steam Locomotive and Seventy-Five Mile Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place, very accessible and heaps of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for 2 nights to attend a wedding nearby and it suited my family perfectly. Lots of room for everyone to spread out. Appreciated the coffee and condiments available, nice touch. Very clean and comfortable.Wish we were holidaying for longer, would have loved to have time to use the kayaks and board games. Hope to be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the warm welcome to the Crab Pot . Entry details were easy to follow and instructions about the house were succinct and clear. The Facility was clean and well appointed .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GARRY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Had everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ricky s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Emma. Our mates fishing and crabbing getaway was fantastic and your house was perfect. Thank you for the comfy beds, great bbq, perfect outdoor dining table and the fish cleaning table and big crab cooker. We'll ask to stay again sometime in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2025
Thanks for your lovely review Ricky. We love to hear when the filleting table and crab cooker get good use as well :) Look forward to your next stay. Cheers Emma
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

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

Awesome little spot

Everyone enjoyed their stay. Wonderful friendly neighbourhood.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

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

Awesome place

Awesome house, plenty of parking, well setup for an enjoyable holiday. Would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Praneel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room for a huge family. I will surely book this property again. We were only family of 4 and it felt empty because there is room for 2 and half family and the feel of being in the 80s.Loves it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maud s.

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

Working bee

We stayed at the Crab Pot whilst working to clear our mother's house out to prepare it for sale. The Crab Pot was clean, accessible and roomy - all important factors for a large group of adults. We had a great time, and the Crab Pot provided us with welcome respite at the end of each hard working day.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant m.

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

Excellent experience

Great location for a fishing trip great house and facilities boat ramp stones throw away couldnt fault it
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2023
Thanks for your review Grant. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to have you back any time :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

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

Absolutely fantastic extremely clean and tidy

10/10 very happy thanks for being amazing hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2022
Thanks for your review Ben, glad you enjoyed your stay :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy L.

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

Great holiday home for fishing and crabbing

A group of friends used the house as a base for a fishing and crabbing experience. Well set up for a group , very comfortable and practical. Large yard for boat trailers.Good fishing and crabbing in the straits.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Tuan holiday

We had the absolute pleasure of staying at this wonderful property as a family for my daughter’s 21st. We had the best time, house was great. Communication with owner excellent. Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzy M.

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

Amazing

Absolutely beautiful house. So much to keep kids occupied. Overall just amazing. And the best part was NO internet for the kids so they would actually be kids again (100% winner).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy L.

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

Fabulous fishing retreat

A goup of friends keen on fishing and crabbing booked this house for 4 days. The house is well set up and most comfortable and was clean and tidy on arrival.. Linen and towels were supplied as were a selection of basic essentials in the kitchen and bathrooms. Inside the home is tastefully decorated and has aircon to lounge and main bedroom . Plenty of fans for other rooms. Large deck for dining and relaxing leads from the kitchen. The BBQ and Gas Crab cooker were excellent. There is a large fish cleaning table for the lucky anglers. Downstairs granny flat is selfcontained and spacious. Under the house is enclosed and offers plenty of storage . Numerous powerpoints for portable eskies/fridges. Full laundry facilities are on hand . Pleant of space in the large backyard for vehicle and boat trailers. Close to boat ramp and in a very quiet , friendly location. The Hosts, Tom and Emma were very helpful and easy communicate with. Highly recommended as a base for a fishing trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine only problem was we could not get the bbq going
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
this a great house plenty of room and facilities, i think we will definitely be back at some stage hopefully a few more crabs around next time
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Emma

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Why they chose this property

We would love to welcome you to The Crab Pot. We have spent time creating the perfect family holiday home with memories from our own childhoods and what we enjoyed about going on family holidays and hope to bring that to our own children now as well.

The Crab Pot is a huge family home big enough to house a couple of families. Overlooking the Great Sandy Straights in a quiet little fishing town, if you're a boating family its a fantastic spot for a quiet getaway, The house is an older house, we are slowly doing up but trying to keep some older character of the 'holiday house' feel from when we were kids.

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