Captain’s Cove at Cylinder Beach

Captain’s Cove – Beachside Retreat with Ocean Views

The perfect Straddie escape, Captain’s Cove offers stunning views of the Coral Sea and a location just steps from Cylinder Beach. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail on the covered balcony as you watch dolphins and whales (May–October) glide by. This beautifully styled two-level home is filled with coastal charm and all the essentials for a relaxing island stay.

Set among lush greenery with regular visits from friendly local wildlife, Captain’s Cove combines classic Straddie character with modern comfort — the ideal retreat for couples or small families.

Property Highlights

• 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4

• Ocean views and sea breezes

• 1-minute walk to Cylinder Beach

• 2-minute walk to Straddie Hotel, cafés, shops, and bus stop

• Covered balcony with BBQ

• Fully equipped kitchen with gas cooking and Nespresso machine

• Smart TV and DVD collection

• Fans throughout

• Off-street parking (carport)

• No Wi-Fi – perfect for an unplugged getaway

Inside

This two-storey home offers an easy island layout with living areas upstairs and a private queen bedroom downstairs. The open-plan top floor includes the kitchen, dining and lounge areas flowing out onto a spacious deck — a perfect spot for soaking in the ocean views and coastal air.

Polished timber floors, natural light and thoughtful styling throughout create a calm and inviting beachside atmosphere.

Bedrooms

• Bedroom 1 (Downstairs): Queen bed, opens to downstairs deck

• Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): Bunk bed

All beds include linen, towels, doonas, pillows, drawers and pedestal fans

Bathrooms

• Main Bathroom (Downstairs): Shower, washing machine and hairdryer

Kitchen & Dining

The open kitchen is fully equipped with everything needed for relaxed holiday cooking. Features include:

• Gas oven and stovetop

• Fridge/freezer and microwave

• Dishwasher

• Nespresso coffee machine and kettle

• Toaster

• Full range of pots, pans, baking trays and glassware

The indoor dining table seats 5, with additional outdoor dining upstairs and downstairs.

Living Room

Relax in the cosy living area with:

• Two comfortable two-seater couches

• TV

• Board games and DVDs

A great space to unwind after a day at the beach.

Laundry

• Washing machine

• Iron and ironing board

Outdoor Living

The large covered balcony upstairs is the heart of the home — enjoy panoramic ocean views, sea breezes and outdoor dining with a Weber BBQ. Downstairs, there’s a second deck with seating and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach.

The perfect place to relax, dine, and enjoy Straddie’s laid-back atmosphere.

Location

Captains Cove is perfectly located on the Cylinder Headland — just a 1-minute walk to Cylinder Beach and a 2 min walk from the Straddie Hotel, Fins ’n Fries, Bob’s Shop. Walking distance to local Cafes, shops, beaches, Gorge Walk and bus stops so you can park your car and enjoy your stay on foot.

Extras & Essentials

• DVDs and board games

• Fans throughout

• Off-street parking (carport)

• No Wi-Fi (unplug and unwind)

• not suitable for very small children as the main bedroom is downstairs and bunks are upstairs or elderly with mobility issues due to stairs

Starter amenity pack includes:
2 x toilet rolls, 1 x bin liner, 2 x dishwasher tablets, 2 x dishwashing sachets, 1 x chux, 1 x scourer.

No schoolies, bucks/hens or parties.