We have owned and manage this property ourselves for over 20 years, we do not use real estate agencies or other third parties to look after our property. In addition we do many of the cleans and regular spring cleans on the property to keep it in good order. We sometimes will even get to meet you if we do the clean before you arrive. We endeavour to give our guests that personal touch and care to ensure that you have the best possible holiday experience. We are contactable and available to provide you with assistance for the whole duration of your stay. Eclectic Paradise is our preferred holiday destination, and are continually improving the facilities on offer. Guests have full use of the entire house. We are currently redoing the gardens.
All bedrooms now have ceiling fans and oil column heaters. In addition we have expanded the house with weather walls on the outdoor entertaining areas both upstairs and downstairs to increase comfort during times of windy and rainy weather.
We have owned Eclectic Paradise, one of the first properties to be built in Bambara street since 1998. It has been updated sympathetically ,maintaining many of its original 1960's decore and features, with a contemporary twist. Ceiling and wall fans have just been installed for cool comfort. Note that the property is not airconditioned and the kitchens do not have dishwashers. If you want to stay in a clean and well presented roomy rustic older style 1960's beach house with many of the original features of that era in a fantastic eastern beachside location, then our property will fit the bill.
Straddie is a pristine wilderness and there is plenty of wildlife you will have a good chance of seeing in or near our house such a kangaroos, koalas, plovers, curlews, kookaburas and many different types of honeyeaters. In the ocean, whales, dolphins, turtles, stingrays, many different types of fish and coral. The snorkelling is good as the water is so clear. Being one of Queensland's premier holiday locations, Straddie can become busy with holiday makers during the school holiday periods. There are other holiday homes located in Bambara street.
The property is a large three bedroom two level renovated original Straddie beach house situated in a perfect central location on the ocean side of the main road in quiet leafy Bambara street. The property is a close walking distance to all major beaches and shops without having to cross any busy main roads.
The property is fully screened and has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom + powder room, full kitchen and a large separate all weather outdoor living area, sleeps up to 6 people and pet friendly. Perfectly suited for two families wishing to holiday together. The property can accommodate 6 people in comfort with space for all without having to trip over each other. Bed Linen and bath towels are supplied in a cupboard located in the laundry, so help yourself, and it is up to the guest to make their own beds. We prove bath towels and mats but not beach towels, please bring your own beach towels.
Straddie being an island is surrounded by warm ocean waters rarely gets very cold, Winter temperatures here tend to average 21 degrees during the day and 11 degrees at night. Also summers tend to be mild with maximums rarely going above 28 degrees.
Upstairs - Sleeps 4:
a) Large covered deck with an outside setting for up to 8 people.
b) Lounge room has an 8 seater comfy lounge, 43 inch LCD TV and Nbn internet and foxtel sport and ceiling fan. The dining table seats up to 8.
c) Kitchen has a stove/oven, microwave, and 250litre slimline fridge/freezer. Note that there is no dishwasher in either kitchen.
d) Two bedrooms, one with Queen bed, the second also has a queen bed. Both rooms have built in cupboards with the master having full length mirror. Both have a ceiling fan for cool comfort
e) There is also a Powder Room with toilet behind the lounge area upstairs.
f) Please note that there is no central heating or cooling for the property, but there are ceiling fans in the lounge, Upstairs and Downstairs master bedrooms, and lots of windows for ventilation.
g) there is a weber q1000 gas bbq on the upstairs deck.
Downstairs -Sleeps 2
a) There is a Fully separate self contained unit that is on occasion used by the hosts and friends. It is not available for rental.
b) The main bathroom for the house is equipped with a toilet, shower, vanity unit and half length mirror is located downstairs behind the laundry.
c) The Laundry with washing machine/dryer/tubs
d) off the laundry there is a bedroom that has two slimline single beds, sleeps 2, it has a mounted ceiling fan for cool comfort.
Outside:
a) There is an outdoor shower out the front of the house.
b) Pets are welcome outside only and on application. Please note that there is no secured outside fenced area for your pet as the garden is not fenced. The property is NOT suitable for large, young or untrained dogs. We have on a regular basis guests stay with their dog and they have enjoyed their stay with us.
c) There is covered carparking for two vehicles, there is space on the driveway and streetside for additional vehicles. Please do not park on the lawn or garden areas.
Distances to points of interest:
1) Frenchmans beach 400m
2) Bob's shop 400m
3) The Green Room cafe, gorge walk entry and ice cream shop 500m
4) Deadmans beach 500m
5) Cylinder beach 700m
6) Stradbroke hotel 1000m
7) Main beach and slsc 1100m
8) The main headland walking track is just 30m away at the southern end of Bambara street.