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Magnetic Effect, Arcadia

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Arcadia, QLD
  • Place, Magnetic Island National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Alma Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Bay Markets
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Magnetic Effect, Arcadia

Nestled in a peaceful street in Arcadia, surrounded by a well established gardens you will find "Magnetic Effect" . This inviting 3 bedroom, timber home offers a tropical retreat for a great family holiday. This home features covered decks around the home offering you the perfect opportunity to appreciate tropical living. The design offers the opportunity to capture the cross breezes however when the tropical weather takes hold the split system air conditioning will make your stay even more enjoyable.

From "Magnetic Effect" enjoy a stroll along the treelined streets of Arcadia from Mirimar Crescent to Alma Bay. You will feel like you have stepped back to a time when the pace of daily life was more pleasant, less frantic and demanding and time slowed down.

This delightful holiday home captures the essence of tropical living and island life with high ceilings, timber floors and plenty of outdoor space. The covered decks are surrounded by established gardens, mature trees and overlook a seasonal creek this peace and tranquility is assured.

This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is designed with tropical living in mind so to capture the cross breeze however split system air-conditioning is ready to ensure your holiday is enjoyable even during summer months.

"Magnetic Effect" features polished timber floors throughout the living areas and bedrooms with slate floors to the wet areas. The living area has a generous lounge space and dining area plus a quality timber kitchen.The master bedroom offers its own door access to the deck and to the two-way bathroom.The bathroom is spacious and features a corner spa bath and separate shower.There are 2 more bedrooms featuring built-in-wardrobes with one opening onto the deck through sliding glass doors

Bedding Configuration
Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 1 x Double Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single Beds

Property specific note :
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Schoolies or School leavers will not be accepted.

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Amenities

Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Arcadia

Located in Arcadia, this holiday home is near the beach. Massage on Magnetic and Magnetic Island Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Maritime Museum of Townsville and ReefHQ. Cultural Centre Townsville and Strand Waterpark are also worth visiting. With scuba diving, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Arcadia, QLD

What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Alma Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alma Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Markets - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nelly Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 60 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiny Palm Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Granite - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ric's Woodfire Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SOS - Stuffed On Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnetic Effect, Arcadia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Magnetic Effect, Arcadia?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magnetic Effect, Arcadia on 20 Apr 2026 start from AU$302, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Magnetic Effect, Arcadia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnetic Effect, Arcadia?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnetic Effect, Arcadia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnetic Effect, Arcadia located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park, Alma Bay and Alma Bay Beach. Horseshoe Bay Markets and Massage on Magnetic are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Nicely secluded, very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

enjoyed our stay at the Island, the property was as advertised, the book in process was easy and customer service was great. Enjoyable experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical getaway

A quiet tropical hideaway.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROSITA H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spacious Family Stay

Lovely spacious home set amongst the trees and wildlife. Walking distance to two local beaches for swimming and/or snorkeling. Did find it a bit tricky having one toilet in the bathroom when six people are at the property. Check-in was seamless and the office staff very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

The property was very well located feels like you are in the rainforest with the beach very close. We had everything we needed even lots of board games/toys for the kids! Very spacious and comfortable. The only thing is that you have to bring your mosquito repellent (but hey we were in the rainforest after all) and the driveway need to be more friendly for lower car like ours. But I would definitely recommend to stay there and would come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Narelle W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Holiday house

Lovely spot. However, the spa was badly damaged and potentially unsafe, the dvd didn't work, the taps leaked, there were holes in the gauze on the windows and we found dirty dishes in the cupboard. A great house in need of maintenance. The ban on washing beach towels and sheets seemed extreme given it was a beach/swimming venue.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
The site of the property and the layout of the house. The shower was not clean and the door did not shut alongside of the shower base was not sturdy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Bush retreat

A beautiful quiet place with lots of birds and a short drive to beaches and restaurants. We needed a broom and there were quite a few holes in screens so some windows and doors needed to be kept shut. All in all a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Firest visit to Maggie

Loved the house and our first stay on Maggie. We'll be back
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

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