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Kismet Cottage Horseshoe Bay

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A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a mirror, and a decorative vase.
A small, single-story building with a covered patio area.
A four-poster bed with white linens, a wooden chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, featuring a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and a sink.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a lamp. There are wall art pieces and a mirror.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Magnetic Island National Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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HORSESHOE BAY, QLD
  • Place, Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Magnetic Island National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Kismet Cottage Horseshoe Bay

Kismet Cottage is the perfect base to explore beautiful Magnetic Island beaches, bays and the wonderful facilities close by. Ideal for a romantic getaway for two or a single"s escape, the cottage is located one street back from spectacular sunsets and romantic walks on Horseshoe Bay beach or a relaxing drink or meal at the cafes, restaurants and Marlin Bar Pub.

The iconic cottage has been beautifully appointed and decorated with a mix of modern, traditional and nautical themed pieces including a king size four post bed, large rustic timber coffee table, flat screen TV, DVD, bluetooth music player, comfortable lounge and single arm chair with foot stool.
*The original timber floors have been sanded and polished. The original kitchen blends with the quaint interior which is equipped with full-size fridge and freestanding gas oven and stove top (no BBQ). *The bathroom has a toilet, tiled floors and shower.
*The living area has a ceiling fan and large air conditioner which is sufficient to cool through to the bedroom and the louvre windows throughout attracts the ocean breezes, ensured by only being 50 metres from the water"s edge.

*Kismet Cottage is completely self-contained and private, with a lovely north facing porch at the front and covered seating also at the back of the house with open laundry and washing machine.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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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 # 9200349
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 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

Horseshoe Bay

Located in Horseshoe Bay, this holiday home is by the sea. Massage on Magnetic and Magnetic Island Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bungalow Bay Koala Village and Maritime Museum of Townsville. ReefHQ and Cultural Centre Townsville are also worth visiting.
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HORSESHOE BAY, QLD

What's nearby

  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Magnetic Island National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Magnetic Island National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 62 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Granite - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sandi's on Magnetic Island - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ric's Woodfire Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Roma - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Scallywags Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kismet Cottage Horseshoe Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kismet Cottage Horseshoe Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kismet Cottage Horseshoe Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kismet Cottage Horseshoe Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kismet Cottage Horseshoe Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps away from Horseshoe Bay Beach and Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park. Magnetic Island National Park and Bungalow Bay Koala Village are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, easy access to transport, food. Very accessible. Excellent air conditioning and fans, large comfortable bed (king size)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Enjoyed the wallabies and curlews in the back garden, love , love the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to beach. Comfortable, a home from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was tidy and presentable but kitchen table had crumbs everywhere House interior very outdated for the rental price Good location but yard surrounding the house was full of leaves so unusable Wallabies go through the area which was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Getaway

A little old house, done up nicely. Quiet, peaceful, 5 mins from swimming in the stinger enclosure and shops. Very effective air-conditioning- essential in NQ summer. Kitchen well set up - we chose to mostly eat in. Working washing machine was handy for longer stays. Maybe, a technician could improve the sound of the TV - very echo-y for some reason. A top place - we would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little base for 2 within easy walking distance to beach and shops

Lovely little cottage - quiet and well set up. Kitchen basics avl. Suitable for a couple. The single bed only really suitable for a young child and no curtains in that area but they don’t advertise it as more than 1 bedroom so fine. Main bedroom lovely w ceiling fan,nice linen and comfy king size bed. We had our food delivered by the supermarket in Nelly Bay as we didn’t have a car. Cindy and her team very helpful and check in/out easy. Close to beach and not far to walk to bus stops but at the end of a quiet steeet.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your lovely feedback Miranda. We hope to see you again in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Older style but perfect for us. Four poster bed was special. Only one street back from the beach. Private and sheltered from the wind. Wallabies visit throughout the day. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Close to everything and very quiet. The property my be old but very clean and tidy. Well equipped. The kitchen and bathroom are a little dated but everything works and is functional. Spacious shower. If you are coming by bus it is only a 10 minute stroll from the bus stop. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, nice and quiet, close to the beach

Thanks for a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfectly situated with artsy decor and fabulous bed

Love love this place. It has all the basic things you need and the 4 poster king bed is perfect for a comfortable holiday sleep. So convenient to the waterfront and shops. Hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2020
Hi Bridget, Thank you for the review, we Love Love having you stay with us. Kind Regards Leah Graham
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Kismet

Kismet is convinently located and in a beautiful quite cul de sac. Decorated very nicely and embracing some of those gorgeous vintage traits of a house of its era. The kitchen has all the supplies we needed and some very nice tableware to boot. The beds were comfortable and had plenty of extra sheets/ blankets for cool nights. It didnt bother me not having curtains in the second bed area, however might bother some people. The only thing we couldnt find was the bbq that the welcome information had on it, however we didnt need one anyway. Assuming to COVID it is likely that the cleanliness has been overlooked before our check in, with the place been very dusty, ?a blood spot on the windowsill and the bathroom sink tap been taped over. The most concerning thing for us became the very large rusted out hole in the air vent for the house waste/septic system, which we discovered due to a wafting smell and a unmovable resident frog. There was also some overflow of toilet waste from this location. The property manager was prompt at sending a plumber, however he was unable to fix this before we left. Overall a nice location with all the amenities you could need. Perfect for a lovely getaway with your partner or a friend etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

10/10. Great location; clean, lovely cottage.

Had a great couple days at the Kismet. Organization, check-in etc. was super easy; great location close to the beach and all major shops and restaurants in Horseshoe Bay; perfectly clean; beautifully decorated cottage, so many beautiful details (beach vibes); kitchen fully equipped; house generally has pretty much everything already there. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Eclectic Cottage

Beautiful eclectic cottage, perfect for a quick getaway, great location only a short walk to restaurants, cafes & aqua adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

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