Pet and Family Friendly Peaceful Island W'front home, crabbing, kayaking, bikes

Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

About this house rental

Located in Russell Island, this attractive house for $111 per night is a great option for your next break. Waterfront pet friendly holiday house on Karragarra Island on beautiful Moreton Bay. Getting to Karragarra Island starts with a bit of adventure: a trip across the bay on the car barge or passenger ferry from Redland Bay. As soon as you disembark you step into a different zone. There are no traffic lights, roundabouts nor even a stop sign on Karra. No shops or clubs. Just a tiny beach village a hop step and a jump from all those amenities. You are now on a peaceful island where you will have to get used to people saying “Hi " or a welcoming nod of the head as you pass by . Ideal for a private romantic getaway, “Karra” (as the locals call it) has one of the nicest sandy beaches on the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. The free sheltered bbq area and swimming enclosure is a great place to watch the sun go down with wine in hand . The house is at the quietest eastern end of the island where you can sit on the front verandah and watch the ferries go by or just listen to the sounds of the abundant bird life. Put your crab pots down in front of the house if you like. There are 4 complimentary pushbikes with helmets. Also a tandem bike - a fun way for a couple to explore the island together. Also available are 2 single kayaks and a double kayak with safety jackets, which can be launched near the house. There is a fireplace in the house to keep warm on chilly evenings, while you play board games or cards around the dining table. A boat brings a whole new world to explore with places like Peel Island, Blakesleys and Jumpinpin being favourites. The area around the islands is marine national park with turtles, dolphins and dugong to be seen. If fishing make sure you respect the boundaries of the green zones where no fishing is allowed. There are plenty of other spots where the fishing is great. You can catch squire, bream, flathead and jewfish many places on the Bay . Crabbing is all year round and the crabs are very prolific. Just remember males of legal size are the only ones you can catch . Passenger ferries make a loop of the islands in both directions en route to Redland Bay on the mainland. They offer free inter island travel several times an hour during the week (and about hourly on weekends) to the other islands on the loop: Macleay, Lamb and Russell Islands. So there is plenty to explore. Or, If you want a meal at a restaurant or club, it is just a matter of jumping on the interisland ferry to your choice of the other islands. Most of the clubs offer a free courtesy bus and will pick you up at the ferry terminal and drop you off afterwards. You need to book this service with the venue (see list of eateries, clubs and pubs at the house.) If you fancy a swing of golf for a very economical price, you can take the bikes across to Macleay island and ride to the course or they have a courtesy bus which will pick you up from the ferry terminal. The club hires golf clubs and also has a licensed restaurant. Macleay and Russell also have a supermarket and shops so if there is anything you need it is 3 minutes to Macleay and 15 minutes to the larger island Russell by ferry. An information sheet at the house details relevant phone numbers, ferry times etc. If you are after peace and quiet doing as much or little as you want it would be hard to find a better place so close to the water . The house is not suitable for toddlers under 3 years as, although legal in Qld., there is no handrail on the front verandah as it is less than a metre high and we like the unobstructed view. Linen and towels are supplied

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Russell Island

Reviews

4.5/5.0
Excellent(36 Reviews)
5.0
May 2023
Loved the setting very peaceful and relaxing. House large, comfortable and well stocked. Large appealing outdoor area. Also great BBQ. We loved our stay was great to catch up with friends that live on Karra.
5.0
Apr 2023
Owner has really great communication. Island is great and people are very friendly.
5.0
Apr 2023
We had a great stay in this house, it’s got a great outdoor space out the front to BBQ and have a fire in the evening. The house is clean & tidy and beds are comfortable.
5.0
Apr 2023
Nice place TV was difficult dvd something wrong and dishwasher not working but had a good time.my friend left a pillow and bag there running late for ferry he is going back to islandin 3 to 4 weeks
5.0
May 2021
We had such a great few days staying at Karragarra Island. It was very relaxing, we loved the fire pit, fireplace, tandem bike, ping pong table, kitchen size, front deck & hammock. Our Labrador had the best time with us too. Thanks again for having us!
5.0
May 2021
Absolutely perfect night away on a beautiful and peaceful island. House was fully equipped and very comfortable, bird life was lovely, communication with the owner was relaxed and clear. We are grateful to have been able to enjoy the wonderful house on Karragarra, we can't wait to go back. Highly recommended.
4.0
star 5 empty
Jan 2021
We loved the location and the activities we all could do at the island. The house is lovely but needs a bit of TLC. Ourcfur babies enjoyed their walks and the kids loved biking. All the required items were available and the mozzie were taken care of by the large number of mosquito repellents.
4.0
star 5 empty
Dec 2020
Serene place to relax your mind and body
Serene place to relax your mind and body
We loved the location and the activities we all could do at the island. The house is lovely but needs a bit of TLC. Ourcfur babies enjoyed their walks and the kids loved biking. All the required items were available and the mozzie were taken care of by the large number of mosquito repellents.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Russell Island?

The average price for a rental in Russell Island is $102 per night. This rental is $9 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Pet and Family Friendly Peaceful Island W'front home, crabbing, kayaking, bikes. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Pet and Family Friendly Peaceful Island W'front home, crabbing, kayaking, bikes pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Pet and Family Friendly Peaceful Island W'front home, crabbing, kayaking, bikes?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, fireplace, and smoking allowed.

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