Title: Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage Vacation home in Mackay with patio ## Photo gallery for Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage ![Property grounds - Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage (Dolphin Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92140000/92140000/92139915/feb5d058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage (Dolphin Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92140000/92140000/92139915/0fde3caa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage (Dolphin Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92140000/92140000/92139915/d9755099.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage (Dolphin Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92140000/92140000/92139915/db31cccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage (Dolphin Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92140000/92140000/92139915/79af5450.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage Relax as a romantic get away or with the family at this peaceful place to stay. Nestled in the rainforest setting and few metres to the beach. Very spacious areas-large pool with cabana & bbq area, or relax , read a book on the lower level deck, or simply enjoy the serenity on this one acre block, which plenty of room-privacy for kids to play, firepit also to enjoy. Walk to tavern, close by resort and few minutes drive to all amenities such as Woolies, post office, medical etc. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112850000/112848400/112848395/0ae2a91f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Salt & Serenity, Beachy Cottage to Relax Ball Bay - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Dolphin Heads, a neighborhood in Mackay, is home to this vacation home. Northern Beaches Bowls Club and Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre and Hibiscus Shopping Centre. Bluewater Lagoon and Wren Street Park are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tropical Retreat close to beach in an acreage Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Celins Sep 21, 2023 Liked: Communication We loved the place, it met the needs of our family and will enjoy staying again. The pool was beautiful and clean. The chickens and eggs an added bonus for the kids to feed. ##### Celins Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trudy M. Sep 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had everything we needed We stayed here for work related travel, always a lot more comfortable to have a house when away for extended time. Mil was a great host and the house was awesome, home away from home! Great outlook and very comfortable. Looking after the Chooks and fresh free range eggs was a bonus! ##### Trudy M. 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