The Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers!

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A house with a garden featuring large cacti and a variety of other plants.
A porch with a white railing, a wooden floor, and a small rug.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, a round rug, a sofa, an ottoman, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A living room with a light blue sofa, a dark grey sofa, and a woven pendant light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Toogoom Beach
Sleeps 53 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Toogoom, QLD
  • Place, Toogoom Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Esplanade
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Urangan Pier
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

fledglings

1 Single Bed

master nest

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

second nest

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bird bath

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo

washroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers!

Large and comfortable Coastal Queenslander, styled for a relaxed vacation for the quiet we all desire. No earplugs required unless you want to deaden the sound of silence! We have carefully restored this tired old vintage to a youthful house that has an energy to invoke the most dormant talent in you.
We have a full spacious kitchen, seperate dining, lounge room that connects to the super comfy verandah, 3 bedrooms, great laundry, seperate powder room and bathroom. The yards are spacious, and the back deck invites you out for sunbathing, a cold beer, and the spectacular night sky, so bring your telescope.
The house is situated between a wonderful lake that is home to some rare birds and wildlife and the beach which is a fantastic wildlife and beach combing location, as well as the kiteboarding you can do on such a flat open bay with no boat traffic to negate. We are pet friendly, but ask you to be a responsible pet owner. The home is fully fenced, but has many young plants to be conscious of. The restaurant up the road 'Goodies' and 'The Salty Squid' are dog friendly, so you can include your pets in your holiday here.
For whale, scuba, fishing and Fraser island enthusiasts, tours can be booked in Hervey Bay, which is only 20min away.
convenience stores are from 5 minutes away to major shopping complex 15 min.
Off-road cycling tracks are behind the lake near the community hall.
Wetland walking tracks are close by too.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
* No loud music after 10PM * No parties
* Could you please confirm the number of pets you will be bringing? Additionally, kindly provide the age and details of your party
* No extra visitor without the owner approval

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7872917
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a deadlock
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

Toogoom

Located in Toogoom, this holiday home is on a lake. Beelbi Creek Conservation Park and Vernon Conservation Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fraser Coast Cultural Centre and WetSide Water Education Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
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Toogoom, QLD

What's nearby

  • Toogoom Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre - 21 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Esplanade - 21 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Urangan Pier - 31 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Great Sandy Straits Marina - 32 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Howard Station - 19 min drive
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goody's on the Beach - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burrum Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Salty Squid - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burrum Heads Hotel Motel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Salty at Toogoom - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers!?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers! on 7 Sept 2026 start from £505, 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 Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Nest... beach and lakeside, for bird twitchers, nature and astronomy lovers! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Toogoom Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Beelbi Creek Conservation Park and Vernon Conservation Park. Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club and Hervey Bay Surgical Hospital are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sonya

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I am a passionate scuba diver and marine biology enthusiast. I have really enjoyed working on this house in the last 4 months during my weekends to give a tired old Queenslander from Ipswich an energising spruce up it so dearly deserved.
I have travelled the world and made use of others homes as an alternative to hotels, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the home away from home, particularly during the lengthy visits.
I love a wine out on the deck with the telescope aimed up to the heavens, as I love beach combing and wildlife watching in this neighbourhood.
Although I do enjoy the relaxed and out of reach position of The Nest, I can easily get to Hervey Bay for all the water sport, restuarants and shopping my heart desires, or get on my kite or bike and get my heart pumping just outside my street here in Toogoom.
I am part of the surf life saving club on the Gold Coast, where I can get on the jet ski and patrol the beautiful beaches when I am not in Hervey Bay. I also scuba and free dive around the world, which is my first love and passion.
As you can probably tell, I love animals and being close to the natural world.

Why they chose this property

Having worked hard to get to this point where I have found my retirement home, I still have some years of labour until I can move here, so I am going to share the house with others to help me along, and also get the chance to see how wonderful this place really is. I love it and hope you love it too.

What makes this property unique

Everything about Toogoom is unique and wonderful. All the people I have met here are friendly and helpful. The nature and wild life is respected and admired, and there's a real sense of community. The location is ideal for all interests, so I can't rave enough about it.
The house is a beautiful character filled Queenslander, like none in the neighbourhood, so you will see it sticks out like a sore thumb :)
The colour scheme is cool to suit the very warm summers here, but tranquil enough to assist in your vacation mode.
There is always a coastal breeze that the house gets due to it being slightly elevated and the wind direction is typically south easterly.
We have newly landscaped the gardens, and are working on establishing fruit trees, a river bed and outdoor lounging spaces. The winding paths will soon be flanked by trees and shrubs that will attract birds and wild life.
Inside the house, you'll find 3.2m high ceilings which are great for keeping the house airy and cool. The vj boards and rails give the house dimensional character, so too the fret work in the kitchen. The galley style laundry boasts a vintage wash area that leads to the bathroom and toilet. All the furniture and accessories have been chosen to accompany the styling of the home.

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