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Set in Scarness, Freshwater BnB offers 5-star accommodations 164 feet from the Esplanade waterfront, beach, restaurants and shops. The property also has barbecue facilities, as well as a garden. The private bedrooms feature a queen bed and a private bathroom. Additional amenities include luxurious Egyptian cotton linen, an ionizer air purifier, a mirror and a fridge, as well as a seating area, high-speed Wi-Fi, a large TV with Netflix and in-room Google Assistant technology and music. The upstairs section of the house contains three private bedrooms, separate shared living area, kitchen and entrance. The ground floor garden is your private retreat perfect for alfresco dining and includes BBQ facilities. Located in the communal dining room, the continental breakfast includes freshly baked, organic, home-made bread, banana bread, self cook eggs, seasonal fresh fruit platter and orange juice, a huge selection of jams and condiments, cereals, endless barrister coffee and tea. Hervey Bay is 1 mi from Freshwater BnB. Hervey Bay Airport is 3.1 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

FREE parking!


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Hervey Bay
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  • Kelly
    United States of America United States of America
    Location was great and room was very spacious! The jam/spreads selection and homemade bread at the breakfast was fantastic as well! Additionally, there were some great toiletries/lotions for guest use.
  • Szymon
    Australia Australia
    You can tell that the owners are really passionate about running their BnB! There was plenty of parking, and very easy to check in. The room was nicely prepared, with good aircon and all required toiletries, as well as some welcome snacks. The...
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    Pamela
    United States of America United States of America
    I was impressed by the idyllic little cottage, the room was very nice and the communal space was very pretty. The breakfast spread was magnificent! Freshly baked bread, assortment of jams, eggs, cereal, and a little kitchenette for making coffee...

Managed by Freshwater BnB

Company review score: 9.4Based on 444 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Retired hotel owner has created the Freshwater BnB, a Bed and Breakfast venue specifically to cater to international guests wishing to explore Fraser Island and have a luxury base when attending tours.

Property info

Experience the Freshwater BnB, the highest rated accommodation in Queensland and top 10% world wide. Our Bed and Breakfast features all the luxuries of a fine hotel, take a moment to read our 5 star reviews from our previous international guests. The BnB is perfectly located in the heart of Hervey Bay’s tourist precinct only 50m from the beach and 200m from restaurants and shops. Our private guest bedrooms all feature a queen bed complimented by luxurious Egyptian cotton linen, full air-conditioning, ioniser air purifier, mirror, personal fridge, TV, movie streaming and high speed wifi. Our room rates include an amazing Australian continental breakfast. Available in the communal dining room from 6:30am till 11:00am daily, our breakfast includes some surprises: Freshly baked organic bread, crumpets, seasonal fruit platter and orange juice, eggs, spaghetti, baked beans, huge selection of jams and condiments, countless cereals, endless Barista coffee with flavours, biscuits and dozens of specialty tea.

Neighborhood info

The Freshwater BnB website also includes links to all the major Fraser Island and Whale Watching tour companies with pick up and drop off our guests at our front door.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Freshwater BnB
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adults only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Freshwater BnB of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

FAQs about Freshwater BnB

  • Freshwater BnB offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Beach

  • Room options at Freshwater BnB include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • Check-in at Freshwater BnB is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Freshwater BnB. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Freshwater BnB may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Freshwater BnB is 1 miles from the center of Hervey Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.