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Imagine a place where golden sands meet sparkling waters, where adventure awaits around every corner, and where family memories are made to last a lifetime. Welcome to Sandstone Point, a hidden treasure nestled between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, perfectly designed for families seeking a relaxed yet exciting getaway.
Pack up the car and set your GPS for Sandstone Point. The journey is a breeze, about an hour from Brisbane, making it ideal for little travellers. Only 50 minutes north along the Bruce Highway from the Brisbane Airport is where you will find this quaint town, Sandstone Point. With a population of only 4000, this little town packs a punch filled with live entertainment and family fun and on the doorstep to Bribie Island.
Check into your family overwater bungalow at the award-winning BIG4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort. If your room's not quite ready, dive straight into the fun! Let the kids loose at the splash-tastic water park, bounce on the giant jumping pillow, or try your hand at mini-golf.
Grab a delicious lunch at the resort's restaurant. Think classic burgers and chips by the pool, while parents enjoy a refreshing cocktail at the swim-up bar.
Settle into your unique overwater villa - think Maldives except you’re here in Queensland at Sandstone Point. Then, grab a paddleboard and explore the calm waters right from your deck.
Head to the Sandstone Point Hotel's newly renovated Oyster Shed - just a stone’s throw from your bungalow. Enjoy fresh, local seafood as the sun sets over the Pumicestone Passage. Or choose one of the many eatery areas at the national award-winning Sandstone Point Hotel. Awarded Australia’s Best Outdoor Entertainment Venue, where you can see the likes of Jimmy Barnes, The Living End, the Presets, Hayden James and so much more.
Start the day with a bang at Annie Lane Café just over the bridge at Bribie Island. Indulge in their famous "crazy shakes" – think towering ice cream creations! Or load up on the delicious freshly made food, try the smashing pumpkins or their Shanghai Noon Asian breaky from their house specialties menu.
Visit the Bribie Island Visitor Information Centre. Friendly volunteers will help you plan your stay in Sandstone Point by sharing local secrets, maps and brochures with you.
Join G'Day Adventures for an exhilarating 4WD beach tour. This tour starts by driving through the National Park beach access track at Woorim and, once on the beach, the first stop will be Norfolk Lagoon, followed by Mermaid Lagoon – two stunning lagoons known for their calm, tea-tree-stained waters and abundant wildlife, including birds, kangaroos, and wallabies. These areas provide fantastic photo ops with iconic Australian wildlife and scenery. From Mermaid Lagoon, jump back in the 4WD and head north along the pristine beach to the next destination within Bribie Island National Park where lunch is included and features fresh local produce including the regions famous strawberries.
Arriving at the WWII Bunkers (Fort Bribie) be amazed by the history of these great forts built in the 1940’s. There is plenty of time to explore and learn the history of these structures, which are slowly descending into the ocean and may one day cease to exist.
After the WWII Fort Bribie tour, head south through the National Park with plenty of time to keep a lookout for local dolphins before returning to the starting point.
Enjoy a romantic gondola cruise with Bribie Island Gondola which departs just down the road at Pacific Harbour marina. The refurbished and beautifully restored Venetian-style gondola means you can enjoy day or night cruises. Fully customisable with bubbles, seafood platters and a great kid’s menu too, it’s the perfect way to wind down after a big day. The Beach Shack at Sandstone Point also offers great family meals as an alternate option.
Check out of your accommodation but don't leave the region just yet! Breakfast at one of the many cafes on Bribie Island is a must and so many are right beside the foreshore. After breakfast, be transported into a magical butterfly kingdom at the Bribie Island Butterfly House. Here you can walk into a wonderland of flying butterflies, around 700-1000 butterflies are housed in an outdoor sanctuary where they are safe to fly, feed, breed, lay their eggs, and continue their magical life cycle which visitors can explore up close and personal.
Before heading home, stop by Goodwin Beach for a last splash or cast a fishing line. For those not lucky with a rod, nearby fish and chip shops offer an easy and tasty lunch by the water. After three days of beach fun, nature, and delicious meals, it's time to say goodbye — or rather, see you next time.
For one last adventure, a detour to the Abbey Museum in Caboolture offers a glimpse into the past. This museum showcases fascinating artifacts and educational displays, giving kids and adults alike a hands-on journey through history — from medieval life to ancient medicine and beyond.
Sandstone Point is more than just a destination; it's a place where families can reconnect, create unforgettable memories, and experience the beauty of Queensland's coastline.
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