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Explore 30 holiday rentals in Picnic Bay

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Picnic Bay holiday rentals start at $170 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Holiday rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Wi-Fi availability
20 of Picnic Bay holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Picnic Bay rentals

4.8 Average rating
Picnic Bay stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Picnic Bay
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Island Family Getaway @ Arcadia BIRD LOVERS ENJOY
Magnetic Reef unit 8 is a fully air conditioned, two bedroom unit with an open kitchen making this the perfect accommodation choice for the family or couple. Take advantage of the large shaded pool and BBQ area, as well as your private balcony overlooking the garden. Comfortable family unit and decorated with local scenery images this unit shows how much the we love the island. Only 5 minutes walk to Alma Bay (400m). We brought this unit because we love the location and our favourite complex!

Marina View Nelly Bay Magnetic Island
Your home away from home during your stay on Maggie is lovely "Marina View" a studio style apartment with a comfy Sealy King bed, bathroom with everything you need, coffee Pod machine, toaster & microwave, living area with TV and DVD and a private terrace with sensational views of the marina and our fantastic sunsets. Please note this is a resort studio style unit & the above is the only cooking amenity but you have BBQ’s & restaurant nearby and cafes within walking distance. Relax and enjoy!

Light-filled 1-bed Apartment up in the Palm Trees
Wake to filtered sunlight, pool views and birdsong in this light-filled granny flat. Elevated among the palms, the space feels bright, breezy and comfortably private - a relaxed tropical retreat. Located in leafy Railway Estate, you’re walking distance to QCB Stadium and under 10 minutes’ drive to the city and the Strand. The entire granny flat is yours, with private access, wifi, well-equipped kitchen, living area with netflix, queen bedroom and ensuite with rain shower and washing machine.

TREETOPS YOUR ISLAND HOME
TreeTops on Olympus Crescent in popular Arcadia is a fabulous holiday home in a wonderful and private location snuggled into the National Park amongst the Island's famous huge granite boulders. This very spacious open plan home has a HEATED SWIMMING POOL and is FULLY AIRCONDITIONED. The ever popular family friendly, patrolled, safe and popular swimming beach Alma Bay is just a few minutes walk. Geoffrey Bay, Arcadia Hotel, cafes, newsagent and specialty shops are also only a few minutes walk.

The Footbridge Garden Studio
The Footbridge is a one bedroom studio on the doorstep of beautiful Horseshoe Bay. Adult guests, whether your a single or couple , will enjoy a private courtyard and own pool. A queen size bed with attached en suite. Not suitable for infants and children. A brief walk ,160 steps, to great cafes, restaurants, beach, and bush walks. Enjoy beautiful beach side sunsets and the magic of the famous Magnetic island Butterfly park at your back door The Footbridge studio is the perfect getaway.

Nelly Bay Apartment with Magnesium Pool
Ground floor apartment, owners live upstairs. Friendly dog resides on the property. 2 bedrooms. 1 x queen bed, 1 x double bed. Patio, bbq and pool area all for guests. Lush tropical environment, shady trees, Magnesium pool. Close to bush-walking tracks, bus stops, 3-5 minutes walk to beach and shops. 8 minutes walk to ferry terminal. So close to all amenities but surrounded by trees, birds, wallabies, koalas. With the creek across the road you feel like you're in a tropical rainforest.

Marguerites on Magnetic Pool Cabana
Tropical 1/2 acre retreat alive with bird calls and wildlife,hosting a 10m cool deep pool with lawns and sun lounges for lazing. New Pool Cabana 1 Queen with ensuite open lounge and kitchen with exotic Balinese day bed looking out onto the sweeping deck under the giant ponciana tree with swings and a hammock for siestas. 5 min stroll through the butterfly forrest to Horseshoe Bay for shops ,cafe,restaurants,Tavern ,bus,national park trails,watersports and the best Magnetic sunsets.

ISLAND ADVENTURE HOLIDAY HOUSE
This large 2 storey holiday house has it all. Big enough for 2 or more families to holiday together and share the cost (sleeps max 14). Otherwise, plenty of space for smaller groups to spread out and enjoy with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms & 2 kitchens. There is a good sized swimming pool or it's only a short stroll to the local beach. If you don't feel like cooking, walk down to the local bar for a steak and some beers or whatever else you fancy. Enjoy & relax on Magnetic Island.

Private self contained 1 bedroom unit.
Located on a no through road amidst tropical palms is our fully self contained 1 bedroom unit on the ground floor of our home. Surrounded by native bush and wildlife you get to experience the real Maggie just 1.5km from the ferry terminal and a 3 minute walk to the bus stop. Fully air conditioned or enjoy the fresh air and wildlife sounds by utilizing the ceiling fans throughout. Share our large private pool with gorgeous tropical surrounds. Off street parking is available.

3102 Magnetic Island 🏝 Stunning Oceanfront Luxury
Wake up to stunning ocean and marina views as ferries pass your balcony—where nature meets adventure. Enjoy hiking, snorkelling, bushwalking, kayaking, golf, lawn bowls or even toad racing. See rock wallabies at your doorstep, soak in sunsets, and unwind with Townsville’s sparkling city lights. Free Wi-Fi & Netflix • 4 pools • Spa • Gym • 2-min walk to shops, cafés & supermarket 🌴 Perfect for couples, solo escapes or a relaxing tropical getaway 🌴

Sunshine Shack - The Little Beach Shacks
Sunshine Shack; an original island shack from yester-year. Located a short two- minute walk from the Horseshoe Bay beachfront, shops, resturants, cafes, swimming enclosure and National Park walking trails. Sunshine Shack allows you to switch off, slow down and connect with yourself and the company you are with. A place that makes you feel like it is your very own island shack you are returning to. High speed Starlink WiFi @thelittle_beachshacks

Gatehouse By The Gardens
Gatehouse by the Gardens is a private, fully self-contained apartment where you can arrive with just your suitcase; everything else awaits. Relax in the wet room style bathroom with rain and handheld showers, then enjoy your complimentary continental breakfast in the air-conditioned living space or on the private tropical deck with BBQ, generous seating and peaceful garden views. It’s the perfect base to rest, recharge and explore Townsville.
Popular amenities for Picnic Bay family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Luxury 180°Ocean View 2bedroom Unit+Rock wallabies

Tropical island views of the beautiful Coral Sea

Tropical Pool Retreat w 4BR 2BA & Parking

Island Romance or Family & Pool

Deluxe Eco Glamping Tent Queen

Two Bedroom Apartment With Stunning Views

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Iririki Cabin (at Club Nautique)
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Casa Barron - Private GF Unit in Tropical Settings

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