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Riverview Retreat Pet-Friendly Apt + Pool/Parking
Waterfront apartment with a fitness centre, 8-minute walk to Surfers Paradise Beach
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5100.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Surfers Paradise, QLD
- Place, SkyPoint Observation Deck2 min walk
- Place, Surfers Paradise Beach7 min walk
- Place, Cavill Avenue9 min walk
- Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Riverview Retreat Pet-Friendly Apt + Pool/Parking
Summary:
This Is Not Venice—It’s Better
Wake up to waterfront serenity in this beautifully positioned apartment on the Gold Coast, a city with more canals than Venice. Few places offer such direct access to the peaceful beauty of riverside living, all just moments from Surfers Paradise’s beaches, dining, and nightlife.
Ask us about special long-stay discounts—we’d love to help you make the most of your time in paradise.
The Space:
Your Sunset River View Apartment includes premium furnishings and resort-style facilities:
Living Area
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Smart TV (watch YouTube, Free Netflix, etc.)
- Comfortable Sofa
Bedrooms
- Master Bedroom: King Size Bed
- Second Bedroom: Two Single Size Beds with Dedicated Work Desk
Bathrooms
- Elegant Modern Shower
- Stylish Sink & Cupboards
- Fresh Towels
- Hair Dryer
- Conditioning shampoo, Shower Gel, Hand Soap
Kitchen
- Refrigerator and Freezer
- Dishes, Cutlery, Glasses and Wine Glasses
- Cooking Oil, Salt & Pepper, Coffee capsules, Tea and sugar
Resort Facilities
- Outdoor Pools
- Outdoor Deck Area
- BBQ Area
- Gym
Location
- Walking distance to shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes.
- 5-minute walk to the beach.
Guest Access:
You will have the entire property to yourself.
Our check-in hour is at 3 pm and our check-out hour is at 10 am, an earlier or later time might be accommodated subject to availability.
Free parking on site is straightforward to access with your guest key.
The Garage height is 2.2 metres. Ask us if your car will fit in the garage or about any other accessibility questions you may have.
Your key pickup location and details will be provided before your arrival. But it’s easily accessible and close by, at the Surfers Paradise Mini Mart close by.
The Neighborhood:
• Essentia is conveniently located in the quiet part of Surfers with only 4 minutes walk from the Surfers Paradise Light Rail (G:link) Station. Couple of tram stops you will arrive at multiple destinations including:
- Surfers Paradise Hotspot
- Broadbeach: Pacific Fair, Convention Centre, The Star Casino
- Main Beach: Tedder Avenue, and further walk to Sea World
- Southport: China Town for Asian Cuisines
• 6 minutes walk to the quiet part of the famous Surfers Paradise beach. 3 mins walk to multiple local restaurants including the highly-rated Alfresco Italian Restaurant (4.7 stars). A waterside marketplace, Capri on Via Roma is also only 7 minutes away where you can find gourmet eateries, gift shops & the Harris-Farm supermarket.
Getting Around:
Parking: Plenty of street parking in front of the building, there are also visitor parking spots within the building. There is also a designated car spot comes with the uni at Basement level 2.
Getting there:
From airport: You can choose to the no.777 bus from the airport to Broadbeach South Station. Then transit to the G:link Tram Station, from there exit the tram at the Surfers Paradise Station, then walk over to Essentia for about 4 mins. It is also only a 35 minutes drive and around $50 to catch an uber here.
The Bus stop in front connects to Sea World and Southport so don’t worry if you don’t have a car.
Other Things to Note:
We Provide:
• Fresh towels, linen and sheets
- Cooking essentials
• Conditioning shampoo, shower gel, hand soap
• Fast WiFi (up to 50mbps)
Available (for extra charge):
• Extra Foldable Single beds
• Early check-in or late check-out
• Baby cot / baby chair
• Extra towels
Interaction with Guests:
Give a shout out for anything anytime (better not during sleep hours), I will try my best to help.
This Is Not Venice—It’s Better
Wake up to waterfront serenity in this beautifully positioned apartment on the Gold Coast, a city with more canals than Venice. Few places offer such direct access to the peaceful beauty of riverside living, all just moments from Surfers Paradise’s beaches, dining, and nightlife.
Ask us about special long-stay discounts—we’d love to help you make the most of your time in paradise.
The Space:
Your Sunset River View Apartment includes premium furnishings and resort-style facilities:
Living Area
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Smart TV (watch YouTube, Free Netflix, etc.)
- Comfortable Sofa
Bedrooms
- Master Bedroom: King Size Bed
- Second Bedroom: Two Single Size Beds with Dedicated Work Desk
Bathrooms
- Elegant Modern Shower
- Stylish Sink & Cupboards
- Fresh Towels
- Hair Dryer
- Conditioning shampoo, Shower Gel, Hand Soap
Kitchen
- Refrigerator and Freezer
- Dishes, Cutlery, Glasses and Wine Glasses
- Cooking Oil, Salt & Pepper, Coffee capsules, Tea and sugar
Resort Facilities
- Outdoor Pools
- Outdoor Deck Area
- BBQ Area
- Gym
Location
- Walking distance to shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes.
- 5-minute walk to the beach.
Guest Access:
You will have the entire property to yourself.
Our check-in hour is at 3 pm and our check-out hour is at 10 am, an earlier or later time might be accommodated subject to availability.
Free parking on site is straightforward to access with your guest key.
The Garage height is 2.2 metres. Ask us if your car will fit in the garage or about any other accessibility questions you may have.
Your key pickup location and details will be provided before your arrival. But it’s easily accessible and close by, at the Surfers Paradise Mini Mart close by.
The Neighborhood:
• Essentia is conveniently located in the quiet part of Surfers with only 4 minutes walk from the Surfers Paradise Light Rail (G:link) Station. Couple of tram stops you will arrive at multiple destinations including:
- Surfers Paradise Hotspot
- Broadbeach: Pacific Fair, Convention Centre, The Star Casino
- Main Beach: Tedder Avenue, and further walk to Sea World
- Southport: China Town for Asian Cuisines
• 6 minutes walk to the quiet part of the famous Surfers Paradise beach. 3 mins walk to multiple local restaurants including the highly-rated Alfresco Italian Restaurant (4.7 stars). A waterside marketplace, Capri on Via Roma is also only 7 minutes away where you can find gourmet eateries, gift shops & the Harris-Farm supermarket.
Getting Around:
Parking: Plenty of street parking in front of the building, there are also visitor parking spots within the building. There is also a designated car spot comes with the uni at Basement level 2.
Getting there:
From airport: You can choose to the no.777 bus from the airport to Broadbeach South Station. Then transit to the G:link Tram Station, from there exit the tram at the Surfers Paradise Station, then walk over to Essentia for about 4 mins. It is also only a 35 minutes drive and around $50 to catch an uber here.
The Bus stop in front connects to Sea World and Southport so don’t worry if you don’t have a car.
Other Things to Note:
We Provide:
• Fresh towels, linen and sheets
- Cooking essentials
• Conditioning shampoo, shower gel, hand soap
• Fast WiFi (up to 50mbps)
Available (for extra charge):
• Extra Foldable Single beds
• Early check-in or late check-out
• Baby cot / baby chair
• Extra towels
Interaction with Guests:
Give a shout out for anything anytime (better not during sleep hours), I will try my best to help.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Charge may apply
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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
Gold Coast
Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Surfers Paradise, a neighbourhood in Gold Coast. Cavill Avenue and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Surfers Paradise Beach and Burleigh Beach. Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast are not to be missed.

Surfers Paradise, QLD
What's nearby
- SkyPoint Observation Deck - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Surfers Paradise Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Cavill Avenue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Slingshot - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Chevron Renaissance - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Social House - 4 min walk
- The Island Rooftop - 6 min walk
- Lot 1 Coffee - 8 min walk
- Waves Buffet Restaurant - 4 min walk
- Fuji Sushi - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
5 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hiroko S.
16 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog friendly apt in surfers
Hiroko S.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sher C.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sher C.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024
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