Come Stay, Play, Fish and Relax here at:-
The Donnybrook Retreat
The Donnybrook Retreat offers comfort for the whole family.
Come stay, play, fish and relax!
The Donnybrook Retreat has been operating in Queensland Australia
since 2019 and is the perfect place for relaxing, fishing, boating or kayaking.
It is a lovely quiet little coastal town situated only
40mins from the Brisbane CBD and 40 mins from the Sunshine Coast.
Reviews
Recomennded
Would definitely recommend a stay at the Donnybrook Retreat.
5/5 Alex Sept 2024
*****
Absolutely Brilliant
Absolutely brilliant stay, kylie was very responsive with communication not that any was needed as it was all there :)Wonderful Spot
Very comfortable house in a nice quiet neighborhood. The littles loved the playroom and the host even supplied bubbles for the kids! There was a nice selection of breakfast items that were great especially for the kids. Kylie was very responsive and helpful.
5/5 Mary Sept 2024
*****
Recommend Donnybrook Retreat to anyone.
Thanks Kylie
Great option for a Donnybrook stay
Spacious house and friendly and responsive host.
4/5 Liam May 2024
****
Very responsive host
House was well appointed the games and great kitchen setup. Looked like photos on listing
5/5 Krissie April 2024
*****
Mum's getaway weekend
What a beautiful spot for a group of friends to get together for a weekend. A lovely, well equipped house. Will definitely be booking again.
5/5 Robyn February 2024
*****
What a wonderful quiet little gem!
I wanted to visit my family in Donnybrook and was so thrilled to find this. On arriving it was a very stifling day, however the aircon in the bedrooms and living rooms quickly cooled the rooms to a lovely 23 degrees. The house was spotless and filled with thoughtful ideas, condiments, (even milk) basic cooking needs, plenty of great cookware/appliances, lots of books and games for children and adult, room to spread out…. a cosy media room which my grandson adored and even video games. There were Kayaks for visiting the bay with life jackets for young and old but we really enjoyed the very clean pool. A great length of shallow area for youngsters before dropping to deeper end made it perfect for a family swim. The hosts are lovely and there is plenty of convenience nearby. We had prawns from the local trawler and My son went fishing in his boat and bought us back some lovely Snapper for dinner. Highly recommend for a quiet getaway at such a reasonable tariff. Very happy, thank you.
5/5 Jennifer January 2024
*****
Relaxing Weekend
Lovely home that was very clean and tidy. Would highly recommend checking in for a nice quiet and relaxing weekend. Close to the jetty and local bowls club with plenty of things to keep the kids entertained. Beds were very comfortable and there were plenty of added little things by the host, including milk, cereals and little spreads for toast. Thank you for being such a great host Kylie.
5/5 Gabrielle January 2024
*****
Cozy and quiet
Very enjoyable stay. Cute place. Has an old timey feel on a quiet road. Drove a short way to enjoy Woorim beach on Bribie island. Great stay overall!
5/5 Matt December 2023
*****
*****
Secret spot at Donnybrook
Had a very relaxing time. Plenty of games, fishing, swimming. We found the secret little local jetty, and the kids just kept wanting to go there. Kylie is very helpful and obliging.
5/5 Kim September 2023
*****
tracey nSat, Sep 16 – Sat, Sep 23, 2023Vrbo
Family stay
The stay was great short walk to shop and boat ramp the kids liked the pool the week was a great get away for the family.
5/5 Tracey September 2023
*****
Awesome place in an amazing location.
We stayed here with family for a wedding nearby. The place was excellent. Recently renovated and comfortable lounges etc.
Every thing needed was there from the bedding through to the pool and BBQ area.
Overall a brilliant stay and a very comfortable and convenient accommodation.
Thanks Kylie!
5/5 Stephen July 2023
*****
The perfect family retreat.
This is a beautiful home, and extremely well equipped for a holiday stay.
Very comfortable, and clean! Photos do not do justice :) We look forward to returning on our next trip!
5/5 Cameron May 2023
*****
Awesome House
This was an awesome house to stay in, even with a larger group. It was bigger and better than the current photos show, would recommend and will stay again!
5/5 Micheal January 2023
*****
Peace and Serenity
This property is so much more than the pictures show. There is room for all with a range of activities to suit everyone. The furniture is comfortable, the kitchen well stocked with just about everything you need. The pool was well loved by the younger ones, but the weather was a little cool for prolonged use. The owners are lovely and so helpful.
Thank you, Kylie, for sharing your house with us for 2 weeks.
Would recommend and visit again!
5/5 Christine March/April 2023
*****
Lovely break
Lovely house. Lovely area to relax. Thank you very much.
5/5 Gary and Joanne May 2023
*****
Lovely stay
Had a lovely time. Swimming pool and kayaks were perfect. Property was spacious and well equipped.
5/5 Chris January 2023
*****
Very relaxing getaway
We found the house roomy and suited all our needs. Very relaxing and quiet. The Local residents are extremely friendly and happy to help if needed. Great family holiday if you are prepared to travel to activities or just lounge around.
5/5 Angela January 2023
*****
Catching up time - friends for 20 years!
We really enjoyed our stay in Donnybrook. The house had everything we needed, and more, for a relaxed couple of days of friendship catchup. The weather was perfect for sitting under the cabana on Saturday afternoon, a bit too cold for a swim though! The owner was very easily contactable and very accommodating.
Donnybrook is a bit out of the way, but perfect for us! Thank you :-)
5/5 Cheryl September 2022
*****
Best place to relax
Our stay at Donnybrook Retreat was great. The house had everything you needed, the entertainment room kept the children occupied and had we have had lovely weather the pool I am sure would have been used.
5/5 Yvonne August 2022
*****
We had a great time at Donnybrook Retreat
Clean, comfortable and spacious. Though the weather was not so good during our stay, we had no problem as there are plenty of things to enjoy. We had such a good time. Awesome host and very responsive.
5/5 Sherry April 2022
*****
House Rules
THE DONNYBROOK RETREAT
Welcome to the Donnybrook Retreat!
Please enjoy your stay but first here are our:
HOUSE RULES AND CHECK OUT LIST
- SORRY! NO PARTIES NO PETS. NO EXCEPTIONS!
- DO NOT INVITE ADDITIONAL GUESTS TO STAY AT THE PROPERTY DUE TO SAFETY REGULATIONS.
- PLEASE RESPECT OUR NEIGHBOURS AND KEEP NOISE TO A MINIMUM AFTER 10PM. THEY WILL CALL POLICE.
- THERE ARE LIVE SECURITY CAMERAS ON THE PROPERTY FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PROPERTY AND GUESTS.
- NO FIRE PITS ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY AT ANY TIME
CHILDREN
- MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT AT ALL TIMES WHEN IN THE POOL AREA.
- WE HAVE PROVIDED BOOKS AND GAMES, PLEASE ENSURE THESE ARE PUT AWAY PROPERLY AND ALL PIECES ARE PRESENT AND INTACT.
- PLEASE ENSURE SMALL CHILDREN DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO SMALL PLAYING PARTS AS THESE COULD BE CHOKING HAZARDS – CURRENTLY THEY ARE ON THE SHELF TOO HIGH FOR A TODDLER.
- PLEASE ENSURE ALL PENCILS, CHALKS AND COLOURING BOOKS ARE PUT AWAY AND FEEL FREE TO TAKE YOUR CHILD’S ART WORKS WITH YOU.
- WE HAVE PROVIDED PLASTIC PLATES, CUPS AND CUTLERY FOR LITTLE CHILDREN, THESE ARE LOCATED 2ND DRAW IN KITCHEN. DO NOT REMOVE.
POOL RULES
- THE POOL GATE KEY IS HANGING UP BY THE KITCHEN WATER HEATER, PLEASE LOCK GATE AND PUT KEY BACK AFTER USE EVERYTIME.
- NO GLASS IN THE POOL AREA AT ANYTIME.
- NO DIVING IN POOL AND NO BOMBYING AS POOL IS NOT DEEP ENOUGH.
- NO FOOD IN POOL AREA.
- THE POOL TOWELS ARE IN THE TALL BOY ON THE LANDING UPSTAIRS.
SMOKING
- NO SMOKING IN HOUSE AT ALL! NO EXCEPTIONS!
- ASHSTRAYS HAVE BEEN PROVIDED OUTSIDE IF YOU WISH TO SMOKE.
- NO SMOKING IN POOL AREA.
- PLEASE ENSURE THEY ARE EMPTY AND CLEANED UPON YOUR DEPARTURE.
- DO NOT USE ANY OF THE CROCKERY OR PLASTIC PLATES AS AN ASHTRAY THAT’S JUST GROSS. PICK UP ANY BUTTS LYING AROUND TO AVOID FEES,
FISHING
- PLEASE ENSURE ALL FISH ARE CLEANED ETC OFF THE PROPERTY – THERE ARE BINS AVAILABLE AT THE BOAT RAMP FOR ALL THE YUCKY STUFF.
KAYAKS
PLEASE ENSURE YOU USE THE LIFE JACKETS PROVIDED THERE ARE TWO ADULT AND TWO CHILDRENS AVAILALABLE, All CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT AT ALL TIMES WHILST USING KAYAKS.
KAYAKS ARE FOR ONE PERSON ONLY, SO DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
WITH THE HUGE TIDE VARIENCES IN DONNYBROOK QLD, IT CAN BE BECOME QUITE DANGEROUS QUITE QUICKLY FOR A YOUNG PERSON AS THE MUD CAN BE DEEP AND BOGGY.
USE OF KAYAKS IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USERS AND OR IN A CHILD/REN CASE THE ADULT RESPONSIBLE FOR SAID CHILD/REN.
USE OF EQUIPMENT IS DOWN TO THE USER/S SOLE DISCRESION AND AS SUCH THEY WILL TAKE FULL RESPONSIBILITY.
ALL EQUIPMENT IS TO BE CLEAN AND STORED AWAY AFTER USE.
BINS AND CLEANING
IF STAYING ON A THURSDAY NIGHT PLEASE PUT THE BINS OUT THAT EVENING AS BIN COLLECTION IS ON FRIDAY MORNING, PLEASE JUST CHECK EVERYONE ELSE’S BINS TO SEE IF IT IS RECYCLING WEEK.
- PLEASE ENSURE THE BBQ IS CLEANED PROPERLY WHEN YOU LEAVE.
- PLEASE ENSURE HOUSE IS CLEANED AND ALL DIRTY LINEN IS PUT IN LAUNDRY AND ANY WET TOWELS ARE LEFT IN LAUNDRY SINK DOWNSTAIRS, OR THE LAUNDRY BASIN. DO NOT LEAVE WET TOWELS ON LINENS.
- PLEASE ENSURE KITCHEN AND APPLIANCES – FRIDGE, OVEN, STOVE, MICROWAVE AND DISHWASHER ETC ARE CLEANED. YOU MAY LEAVE FLOORS.
- PLEASE MAKE SURE ALL MESSES ARE CLEANED UP.
- PLEASE DO NOT SPILL ANY LIQUIDS IN THEATRE/GAMES ROOM AS ANY MOISTURE WILL WRECK FLOORBOARDS, IF SPILL OCCURS, PLEASE CLEAN IT UP IMMEDIATELY.
CLEANING FEE
- WE CHARGE A MINIMUM FEE OF $100.00 PER VISIT.
- IN ORDER TO KEEP THE COSTS DOWN FOR OUR CLIENTS WE REQUIRE THAT THEY LEAVE THE HOUSE AS THEY FOUND IT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE BEDS, TOWELS AND FLOORS (WITHIN REASON IE:- IF YOU MAKE A HUGE MESS ON FLOORS, PLEASE CLEAN UP ASAP) WE HAVE PROVIDED CLEANING PRODUCTS AND EQUIPMENT.
- PEOPLE WHO DO NOT CLEAN THE HOUSE AS STATED ABOVE WILL BE CHARGED A $150.00 ADDITIONAL CLEANING FEE.
- ANY OF OUR PROPERTY REMOVED OR DAMAGED WILL INCUR A FEE OF THE FULL RETAIL VALUE PLUS OUR FUEL AND TIME IN THAT WE WILL HAVE TO SOURCE PRODUCTS, PAY FOR THEM AND THEN TRAVEL TO BOTH PICK THEM UP AND ALSO TO REPLACE IN THE HOUSE SO ESTIMATE A 200% TO 300% MARK UP TO ANYTHING THAT IS BROKEN OR REMOVED.
AIR CONDITIONERS
- WE HAVE PROVIDED AIR CONDITIONERS FOR YOUR COMFORT PLEASE ENSURE THESE ARE NOT USED BELOW 23 DEGREES, AS THIS IS TOTALLY UNCECCESARY AND A WASTE OF POWER.
- PLEASE ENSURE YOU TURN AIR CONDITIONERS OFF WHEN YOU LEAVE PROPERTY EVERYTIME TO HELP KEEP OUR POWER USAGE DOWN. AND HELP SAVE OUR PLANET!
PLEASE RESPECT OUR PROPERTY AND OUR TOWNSHIP
HAVE A GREAT STAY!
OTHER STUFF YOU MIGHT NEED TO KNOW
- EXTRA TOILET PAPER WILL BE IN THE VANITIES BOTH UP STAIRS AND DOWNSTAIRS.
- TO WORK THE DIMMER SWITCHES IN THE THEATRE, DINING AND LOUNGE ROOMS JUST PRESS SWITCH TO BRIGHTEN OR DARKEN ROOM, TO TURN OFF OR ON PRESS ONCE.
- THE LIGHT SWITCH FOR THE CABANA IS IN THE CARPORT – PLEASE UNPLUG WHEN YOU LEAVE OR IF IT IS RAINING
- THERE ARE MOZZIE COILS AND AEROGUARD FOR YOUR USE AND COIL DIFFUSERS BOTH ON THE FRONT TABLE AND IN THE CABANA.
- THE SPORTSMAN CLUB SELLS TAKEAWAY ALCOHOL OR THERE IS THE BIGFISH TAVERN PRESINCT JUST OFF THE BRUCE HIGHWAY EXIT 157.
- COCKTAIL AND WINE GLASSES ARE NOT FOR CHILDREN.
- DONNYBROOK TAKEAWAY IS OPEN TIL 7 PM THE CLUB TIL 10PMISH DEPENDING ON TRADE, PLEASE CALL FOR MEALTIMES.
- GAS BOTTLES FOR STOVE AND BBQ ARE FULL OR NEARLY FULL IF THEY REQUIRE FILLING PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE AND CONTACT ME ASAP ON 0407847121 FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS.
OK SO THAT’S IT NOW JUST RELAX AND HAVE FUN
Regards The Donnybrook Retreat, QLD
CHECK OUT LIST.
- Check under all beds and in cupboards and drawers for possessions.
- Pack any favourite pillows, towels, or blankets that you brought to the house.
- Pack your chargers and phones, iPads, tablets etc.
- Make sure all games/DVD’s/books etc are put away properly.
- Pack your games and or books.
- Check bathrooms and washing line for items.
- Make sure pool toys are in carport and pool gate is locked.
- Empty fridge, remove or dispose of any leftover foods.
- Ensure BBQ has been cleaned.
- Ensure all beds are stripped and all linens placed in laundry basket. Towels in the laundry sink downstairs. Please Leave mattress protectors and Doona covers.
- Ensure all doors (Including fly wire x 3) are locked.
- Make sure all windows are closed.
- Make sure all lights except salt lamps are turned off. Make sure all A/C’s are off.
- Close the gate and latch it.
Please Drive safe and Stay safe.