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The Ponderosa Holiday House

Holiday home in Horseshoe Bay with private pool and kitchen

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Escape to The Ponderosa, a tropical island retreat surrounded by scenic rural views and a working horse ranch. Relax in the private inground pool, unwind on the shady veranda, or take a short stroll to Horseshoe Bay beach.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Ponderosa Holiday House

The Ponderosa is a purpose built home for those wanting to relax and enjoy their holiday on this beautiful tropical Island. With scenic rural views and a working horse ranch right next door, it offers the best of Magnetic Island s diversity between our National Parks and the entry to the Coral Sea.

This sandstone block home is fully air-conditioned and cool with wide shady verandas and polished tiles throughout. Tropical landscaping and gardens surround a sparkling and private inground pool with furniture to relax and entertain.

Best of all, the home is only minutes walk to Horseshoe Bay beach, shops, restaurants and hotel and is close to public transport and sporting facilities.

This home is also a pet friendly holiday home so your pets are not left out and can come along to enjoy a holiday as well.

Other features of the home include:

*3 large bedrooms with built-in-robes
*Large bathroom with corner bath/shower
*Ceiling fans throughout home
*Main and second bedroom have access to cool verandas
*TV, DVD and Stereo in spacious living area
*Well-equipped kitchen with s/s fridge and
microwave. Lots of crockery and plastic
glasses for pool entertaining
*Beautiful pool with spa and pool furniture
*BBQ and outdoor entertaining
*Full laundry facilities including dryer
*Fully fenced and private property

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

The Ponderosa Holiday House
The Ponderosa, TOP NOTCH Horseshoe Bay
98160932005160732010282
The Ponderosa, TOP NOTCH Private vacation home
The Ponderosa, TOP NOTCH Private vacation home Horseshoe Bay

About the area

Located in Horseshoe Bay, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magnetic Island National Park and Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park, while Maritime Museum of Townsville and Perc Tucker Regional Gallery are cultural highlights. ReefHQ and Strand Waterpark are also worth visiting.
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HORSESHOE BAY, QLD

What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Alma Bay - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course - 10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 60 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Granite - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rock Wallabies (Feeding) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arcadia Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SOS - Stuffed On Seafood - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ponderosa Holiday House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ponderosa Holiday House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Where is The Ponderosa Holiday House located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park and Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park. Horseshoe Bay Beach and Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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