Paddock Shack

–Excellent location - show map
Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.7

About this property

Essential Facilities: Paddock Shack in Carool offers a sun terrace and a garden. Guests can relax in the outdoor fireplace and seating area, or enjoy the picnic and barbecue facilities. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure. Comfortable Accommodations: The farm stay features ground-floor units with private bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, and garden or mountain views. Each unit includes a balcony, terrace, dining area, and a private entrance. Free on-site private parking is available for guests. Local Attractions: Located 16 km from Gold Coast Airport, Paddock Shack is close to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (21 km), Burleigh Head National Park (28 km), and Robina Town Centre (35 km). Hiking enthusiasts can explore nearby trails.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Giroud
Australia Australia
“Enjoyed our time there, very relaxing and really got the city out of our system. Used the firepit and able to enjoy the night sky .We had a wedding to attend close by and the shack was the perfect place.Thanks to Vanessa for attending to our small...”
Jevan
Australia Australia
“Gorgeous little shack in a beautiful spot. Waking up to the views of the ranges and sounds of the birds was a particular highlight. The shots were incredibly responsive and generous. They even offered us a night after our booking as we weren't...”
Indianna-raiyne
Australia Australia
“It was like a peaceful retreat and Vanessa was extremely helpful and patient in assisting me navigate to find this beautiful little getaway and made sure I had everything I needed. The bed was so comfy and warm! I loved waking up to the sounds of...”
Elmarie
Australia Australia
“Off the grid experience was just what we needed.. no phone, no tv, just pure bliss, the nature and the bonfire 🔥. A perfect place to find your inner peace and quiet serenity.”

Hosted by Vanessa

9.7
Host review score
Vanessa
Best of both worlds - Country & Coast! Charming, cosy tiny shack with farmhouse vibe in tranquil secluded clearing between rainforest & paddock. Enjoy peaceful valley views, sounds of rainforest birds, farm animals & the bubbling stream as you sip your morning cuppa. In the evening, unwind beside the fire. 1.5hr from Brisbane, 20min from the happy buzz of Gold Coast cafes, world class surf at Snapper Rocks & Duranbah, 25m to Murwillumbah, 45m to Brunswick Heads/Mullumbimby & 55m to Byron Bay! Our place is intended primarily as a simple, off grid, back to nature, outdoor experience whilst still providing a retreat with all the essential creature comforts at night. Guests will enjoy their own company in privacy and tranqullity, tucked away from neighbouring farms and the road. The shack is accessed via a short, gently sloping walk (approx 40m) across the paddock and the entire place and surrounding natural environment is yours to enjoy in peace, so bring your walking boots! The primary living space is outdoors, undercover on a generous verandah. Here, an outdoor kitchen includes a BBQ, burners, dining table and seating. Inside is a queen bed, hot shower, bar refrigerator and deep sink. Relax & enjoy a roaring campfire in the large firepit overlooking the valley & watch the evening light fade away…
I am grateful everyday to live here in the beautiful Tweed Valley. I love the rural life in Carool and at the same time it's close proximity to the magnificent surf beaches allows me to pursue my water sports! I'm so happy to share this experience with my guests. I thrive on seeing people enjoy an escape to the country away from fast paced everyday life and become revitalised! The back to nature bush experience never fails to reset and infuse us all with fresh and peaceful energy.
The Carool area itself is a mountain, primarily farmland, with a wedding venue and school camping venue closeby. It's tucked away tranquility up here but the buzz of the Gold Coast is much closer than you would imagine. There is always something happening on the Gold Coast! From international surfing competitions at Snapper Rocks, Australian Surf Life Saving Competition, the Cooly Rocks 50s themed car show, to weekend markets and the Pacific Air Show. Theme parks including Movie World, Seaworld, Wet n Wild only about 40 mins are always popular. Theres also great cafes, bars and nightclubs, not to mention world class surf beaches for sunbathing, chilling and swimming or chasing quality waves! To the South, in the Tweed Valley, visitors can explore pretty, historical Murwillumbah 25 minutes drive away, laid back Mullumbimby, Nimbin town, Brunswick Heads and in just under an hour you can be in the iconic Byron Bay!
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Paddock Shack in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration