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Island Tank Aviary

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Sun loungers
Property grounds
Property grounds
Sun loungers
TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2753 sq ft

Popular amenities

9.0 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Island Tank Aviary

The Bird House
Contemporary self contained, one bedroom container home with closed in deck set amongst the bushland and wildlife of the Southern Moreton Bay Islands.
Ideal short-stay retreat for couples, writers hideaway or for bird watchers.

Getting there
Travel by vehicle barge or ferry from Victoria Point to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. Complimentary bus to RSL or Bowling Club on island. Amenities on island include Supa IGA, bakery, cafes/restaurants, fuel, fishing gear etc. There is no ride share or taxi services on the island.

What can we do there
Relax, listen to the birds and enjoy the island hideaway. Bush walking.
Experience living in a tiny container home.
BYO bikes, kayak, fish rod and gear, camera.

Property manager

Shelley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Not suitable for young kids

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Russell Island, QLD

What's nearby

  • Whistling Kite Wetlands - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 169 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kebab Express - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Parrot Cafe - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Pub Paradise - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Aunty Alice's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pelican's Nautical Treasures - ‬123 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Tank Aviary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Tank Aviary?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Tank Aviary?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Tank Aviary located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Whistling Kite Wetlands, Southern Moreton Bay Islands National Park, and Fern Terrace Reserve. Main Beach Conservation Park and Bay Islands Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Island Tank Aviary Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lu R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely tiny home experience
Enjoyed the quiet and watching the birds. Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven
Pure bliss listening to birds and wind in the trees all night Shelly provide wonderful little touches in the house Very thoughtful host
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat booking because we love it
40’ container living at its best. Kind of like a luxury city hotel, only better!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kane T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 👍
Great 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab getaway
Super island hideaway, very well kitted out, snug in the middle of winter with lots of bird company. Helpful hosts. Unplug and chill out :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birds and wind
It was lovely to stay in a place where the only sounds I heard were birds and wind. The Bird House had everything I needed and was easy to find. I enjoyed the area too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Me and my friend had such a lovely time in this inspiring tiny home. So well put together and peaceful. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jacob D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island stay
We had a peaceful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bird house
This place is fabulous Very clean Everything you need Great walks We loved it and will definatly be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet and nature at its best
It’s all in the Title, absolutely enjoyable in every way. Cannot fault anything at all. Would recommend to anyone who wants to walk with The wild life at its finest. Relaxing on the veranda was so nice, peaceful and private. Read a book and relax so easily managed. Plenty of birds were all around every afternoon, thy were friendly and loved to eat the bird feed when it was sprinkled around the ground. There were water bowls in the front and back yards for the birds to drink from and some birds splashed around in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
Homely. Enjoyable in the surroundings. Peaceful and amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Easy booking, great property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical spot
Piece and quiet surrounded by bushland. With lots of birds to watch. The tiny home is perfectly fitted out with an excellent screened enclosed veranda to sit and enjoy the surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nataliya L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
Stayed in this property for the second time for 3 nights, same great experience, comfortable stay, feeling like at home while being away from home, highly recommend. Many thanks for taking care of this beautiful home and giving an opportunity to others to enjoy it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the bird life
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful location with lots of wildlife!
The Birdhouse was just as it was named, the large flyscreened verandah meant we could spend most of our stay where we were at the accomodation out in the elements, taking in the huge variety of animals that came past. Peaceful and quiet, and in a good location away from the main noise of the island, close to lots of nature walks and a quick swim.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
We enjoyed our stay at the 'Bird House'/Island tank Avairy for a few days of relaxation. Compact, but everything there. We did experience the full range of Queensland weather - sun, rain, heat, cold over the week but were comfortable. Only drawback was the biting insects.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another lovely stay at the Bird House
Thank you...peaceful and love seeing the birds feed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pavel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
We enjoyed our stay a lot! Cozy house, birds around - a perfect place for a couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We were super impressed with this accommodation….it was amazing. We thought it would feel small but it felt anything but. Really well designed and they have thought of everything you will and could possibly need. The enclosed deck give the property another dimension and it was lovely to sit outside and not be bugged by insects. Well done on the fit out and the incidentals, we did not want for anything during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birdbox is primo
Great place. Cool birdlife. Love the deck area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kane T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great as always 👌
Its great i stay there when im working on the island it sure beats the travelling back n forth daily grind. Great to relax on the front veranda with a cold one after work
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kane T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great as always
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!
Perfect, as always.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rhys T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet
We found the property to be perfect for our weekend away, clean, tidy and catered for our needs, we would definitely stay again when we return next time..... Thank you Shelley for having us.... Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023