Magnetic Effect

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A wooden interior with a TV, leather chairs, and large windows.
A spacious living area with a glass dining table, white chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table. A 'WELCOME' sign is visible on the wall.
A wooden building with a covered porch and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A pathway through a dense tropical forest with tall trees and a thatched-roof structure.
A wooden interior with a glass dining table and chairs, a kitchen area, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Magnetic Island National Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Arcadia, QLD
  • Place, Magnetic Island National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Alma Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Alma Bay Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪43 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

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Arcadia

Arcadia is home to this holiday home. 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 Bungalow Bay Koala Village and Maritime Museum of Townsville. ReefHQ and Cultural Centre Townsville are also worth visiting.
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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 - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 37 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandi's on Magnetic Island - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Marlin Bar Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Scallywags Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Roma - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Barefoot Art Food Wine - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnetic Effect pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Magnetic Effect?

As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magnetic Effect on 26 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,465, 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?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnetic Effect?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnetic Effect?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnetic Effect located?

Situated in Arcadia, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park, Alma Bay and Alma Bay Beach. Horseshoe Bay Markets and Magnetic Island National Park 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Nicely secluded, very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Hi Paul, We are glad to know that you are satisfied with your stay. We are excited about your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

Tropical getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thank you for leaving such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience; our staff will be happy to read what you wrote.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thank you for the recommendation, Johanne! We are so pleased to know that you had a great time and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2023
Hi Narelle, Thank you for your feedback on your recent arrival at Magnetic Effect. We apologise for the inconvenience and disappointment. We encourage our guests to contact us for any issues at the property, especially if it is not cleaned to your satisfaction upon arrival. We could have sent someone out for assistance. However, rest assured that we're on top of this with our housekeeping and maintenance teams working on improving the service for future stays. We hope we can welcome you back again at another time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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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