Highlights

Spacious, four-bedroom luxury self-catering property

Beachfront location in Port Douglas

LCD widescreen TV/DVD/CD, Xbox and surround sound entertainment system

Large, heated swimming pool

Fully equipped kitchen with espresso machine

Shops and restaurants a short walk away

Babysitting can be organised

Smith tip

Port Douglas is small and flat enough to zip around with ease. Hire motorbikes and scooters from www.plazaportdouglas.com.au (+ 61 (0) 7 4099 4000) or hire a bicycle from www.portdouglasbikehire.com.au (+61 (0) 7 4099 4303).

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6 Beachfront Mirage

Queensland & Great Barrier Reef, Australia[view map]

Style: Thoroughly tropical retreat
Setting: Sandy shores of Port Douglas

Every detail of this stylish four-bedroom home delights. Whether you’re after high comfort or top-notch mod cons, make for 6 Beachfront Mirage which offers both under one roof. Factor in Port Douglas’ average year-round temperature of 21 degrees and the house’s close proximity to the staggeringly beautiful Four Mile Beach and you’ll agree that this self-catering house can do no wrong.

Need to know

Rates

$900 a night for six guests (increasing to $950 from 1 April 2009). Extra guests are charged $50 a night.

Sleeps

8-10

Ideal for

Families, couples, groups of friends, gourmands and golfing enthusiasts.

Minimum hire

Five-night minimum stay.

Booking process

Smith deposit taken when you book.

Property style

Ultra-modern beachfront estate

Grounds

A raised timber deck extends from the front gate up to the house and is bordered by a low-level tropical garden. A grassy strip separates the deck from the large infinity pool.

Also

Pets are not allowed and smoking is only permitted outside.

In the know

Eating and drinking

The central focus of 6 Beachfront Mirage is the expansive kitchen, the perfect arena in which to show off your culinary skills. The breakfast counter doubles up as a bar and the covered deck overlooking the pool is the perfect spot to dine.

Housekeeping

The house is cleaned between stays with a complimentary service after eight days. Guests can pay extra for more frequent cleans.

Entertainment

A vast media room is accessed from the main house via a covered walkway so cosy up on the couch in front of the plasma screen. The Xbox with selection of games will keep children entertained and adults should head for the lounge room with LCD widescreen TV/DVD/CD/AUSTAR and surround sound entertainment system.

Provided

Books (including recipe books), board games, CDs, DVDs, bed linen, beach towels and L’Occitane products. You will be treated to a basket of tropical fruit and chilled wine on arrival. Five bicycles are also provided.

Packing tips

The estate borders the Sheraton Mirage Golf Course so pick up Golf for Dummies at the airport if you’re new to the game or a smart, collared shirt if you’re a seasoned player.

Eco policy

Rubbish is recycled and eco-friendly cleaning products are used when possible.

For a detailed description of all the rooms and grounds, click here

Also worth knowing

Children: are welcome.

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