The start to our holiday looked promising with an early entry. We were told the thatched roof was leaking & the owners couldn’t get repairs as there were no tradesmen available & that usual cleaners were unavailable. We were a little concerned. Upon entry we found a filthy kitchen, holes in thatched roof as stated, but the general condition of the home had sadly declined dreadfully. We called the owners immediately after our brief inspection & asked them to come back. We pointed out the frying pan full of fat left in the kitchen draw, the filthy oven & kitchen bench. The uncleaned fridge & the cutting boards that should have been thrown out years ago. One of the owners became agitated & at one point aggressive. We were asked what would resolve the problem. We said we were willing to do another clean and stay provided the cleaning fee was waived and we negotiated 1 free night out of our 5 night stay. Three of of us started cleaning, it took us almost 3 hrs. A terrible start to our holiday:-( Over the course of our stay: It rained and water leaked in next to the bed. The dishwasher was disgusting & everything was hand washed for 2 days. Water ran all over the bathroom floor during showering which pooled making it extremely dangerous, needing mopping after every use. Fly screens full of holes in most rooms. To open the windows you had to open & close them from outside as the screens were so tight you could not get to the latches. The grease trap was overflowing with dirty water into the garden & it stunk after washing up or showering. The curtains were full of mould. Couches inside & out filthy. The last straw was waking up with a cockroach under a pillow!! OMG ... the list goes on & on. This is so sad as our first stay was truly amazing. Hence our return. We left the place having cleaned the bbq again (the owners gurneyed it upon our request as it was caked in built up grease). Scrubbed the entire kitchen bench Disinfected all the light switches, door handles & surfaces throughout the house Completely cleaned & serviced the dishwasher Wiped down all the outdoor furniture Put down some cockroach baits Readjusted the shower head to minimise the water flowing out of the shower. We’re sure with a couple of weeks of deep cleaning, repairs & maintenance & some new soft furnishings & cutting boards this property can be restored to how it was when we visited 5 years ago ..which was perfect. TLC is urgently needed!

We have been staying now every year for a while for a blokes only week of fishing & relaxation, there can be some years 6 of us, some only 2 of us but is comfortable either way as is big & roomy & can get away from each other if necessary, the front Bali style hut with fireplace is great for an afternoon drink or nap & the Gutter Bar is within walking distance & only a sort 20 odd minute drive to the Eastern Beach, i will be going back sometime soon with my family as is fantastic for either a blokes week or a family vacation, would recommend The Island Retreat to anyone wanting a great place to stay & relax on Moreton UIsland.

We have been staying now every year for a while for a blokes only week of fishing & relaxation, there can be some years 6 of us, some only 2 of us but is comfortable either way as is big & roomy & can get away from each other if necessary, the front Bali style hut with fireplace is great for an afternoon drink or nap & the Gutter Bar is within walking distance & only a sort 20 odd minute drive to the Eastern Beach, i will be going back sometime soon with my family as is fantastic for either a blokes week or a family vacation, would recommend The Island Retreat to anyone wanting a great place to stay & relax on Moreton UIsland.

absolutely loved our stay

With a large group we loved the scale of this home. We spent a lot of time in the comfy outdoor Bali style deck area relaxing together. You will find a huge selection of DVD’s to watch, books to read and even board games. We will certainly be returning to this lovely, well equipped holiday home!

The house is perfect for Moreton island, particularly for a boating/family experienceI am a project architect & felt property has been well put-together & accessorized Owner is professional & also knows Kooringal backwards

We enjoyed our stay at the Retreat. The property is quirky and fits perfectly in it surrounds. There is plenty of room for large family groups to chill out without being on top of each other. The house has some minor maintenance issues that could easily have been fixed. The house needs a thorough clean, especially in the kitchen. We ran out of electricity several nights even though we were extremely careful of power usage And although days were sunny, we had to run the generator. Page was a very helpful host and replied promptly to my questions. I would certainly book the Retreat again providing the maintenance issues and cleaning were improved.

The house is perfect for Moreton island, particularly for a boating/family experience I am a project architect & felt property has been well put-together & accessorized Owner is professional & also knows Kooringal backwards

We enjoyed our stay at the Retreat. The property is quirky and fits perfectly in it surrounds. There is plenty of room for large family groups to chill out without being on top of each other. The house has some minor maintenance issues that could easily have been fixed. The house needs a thorough clean, especially in the kitchen. We ran out of electricity several nights even though we were extremely careful of power usage And although days were sunny, we had to run the generator. Page was a very helpful host and replied promptly to my questions. I would certainly book the Retreat again providing the maintenance issues and cleaning were improved.

We have been staying at Island Retreat now every year for a while & have never had a bad experience, it is very clean & has all the amenities with great indoor & outdoor living, is in a great location being only 15 mins from the Eastern Beach & walking distance to the Gutter Bar.

The place was great but was lacking a few things, thought towels would be supplied as part of linen. Few lights were blown, few taps were faulty, power was lacking and could have down with a microwave and toaster.. overall place was cool, funky, loved the fireplace outside.

The place was great but was lacking a few things, thought towels would be supplied as part of linen. Few lights were blown, few taps were faulty, power was lacking and could have down with a microwave and toaster.. overall place was cool, funky, loved the fireplace outside.

Island Retreat was a great place to stay. Plenty of space for us all. The design and architecture was interesting as well as comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.

Great place to relax and unwind. The current drought is causing issues with water supply so we couldn't wash the salt off the vehicles but is understandable. The house is great and obviously built by people who intended to live there long term. Would definitely recommend and go back 👍

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Kooringal Island Retreat and can't wait to go back soon. The property is very well equipped with a huge kitchen and a wonderful deck to relax and enjoy a BBQ. The location is perfect too - we enjoyed strolling down to the gutter bar for a drink and bite to eat. Looking forward to our next stay.

We loved the style of the house and the quite location in kooringal away from the tangalooma masses. We spent two great days here, with lots of nice food from Gutter Bar.

What a beautiful place to stay, definitely the best spot on the island. Most beautifully furnished and very comfortable, loved every minute :-)

Property was very disappointing for us . It has insufficient fans in house ! The bunkhouse is as hot as a sauna and could not be slept in! The parents retreat out back fan was moving as slow as a snail and could not be slept in , and the bathroom in parents retreat is a absolute breeding ground for mosquitoes. Therefore four our my family members had to sleep on mattresses on kitchen floor where there was a fan . We ran out of gas at 9pm on Christmas night . When advertising this property you should really include a copy of the house rules booklet too so people are aware of the do,s and don’t when a house is run on solar power. It was not a enjoyable experience.

Great house for a large group. Kitchen is amazing. In a lovely spot. Lots to see and do. Even when it’s raining!!

We loved the Island Retreat and already planning to go back . Very stylish interiors with comfy beds ! The layout of the house is great and we particularly loved the outdoor area . The solar power and tank water really threw us at first (and we got worried we would run out of power and water... but didn’t) Kitchen had everything we needed and more . A few more insect screens in the bunk room would be great as the midgies and sandflies are hungry and plentiful. The house is well placed and a short walk from the beach. Overall a great place to entertain and relax .

This is the 4th year ive stayed in the Island Retreat and once again had no issues, the house was nice and clean and we will be back again next year.

We really enjoyed our stay here. The pictures don't do justice to how amazing this place is.

Rustic beach house designed with flair and panache .Totally equipped. Excellent layout , superb for entertaining . Quite , relaxing , extremely attentive owner .

Magnificent facilities with everything provided and quote luxurious accommodation

What a great place to stay !!!! We had a fantastic time. They house was extremely comfortable. Loads of room. And everything required to feel at home. We loved spending a lazy afternoon/evening under the thatched Balinese hut. Games available for kids to play. Very welcoming.

House was perfect for families with young kids. We loved our time there and the kids could hardly believe their eyes when they saw the amazing DVD collection! You will not be disappointed staying here, and the owner Paige is wonderful to deal with. Very helpful. Would go back time and time again. Very good value too.

We had a fabulous time at the lovely Island Retreat. The property was the perfect beach getaway with more than ample room for our family and visitors. Thanks to Page for making sure our stay was hassle free in this unique beach house. Can't wait to come back!

Your 'Island Retreat' was so much more than we expected!! A very comfortable and homely environment with everything you could possibly need to enjoy your holiday to the full, and the outdoor entertainment area is just awesome!! Anyone looking for rest and relaxation will really appreciate the tranquility here, a very special place - thank you for letting us use it to recharge, we will definitely be in touch to stay again in future.

Island Retreat is a fantastic place to base yourself for a trip to beautiful Moreton Island. The house has been tastefully restored with every modern convenience and caters comfortably for families of up to 8. It has a sense of character that you will immediately fall in love with. The massive and private deck is something really special with vaulted thatched roof, comfortable day beds and the spectacular open fireplace. Once you arrive you will not want to leave. I'd also recommend taking sand toboggan boards and visiting the nearby big sandhills. This accommodation is a must for anyone with access to a four wheel drive.