Couran Cove Island Resort

Frommer's Review

You'll be lucky if you're able to find a more peaceful resort than this one, which is an island idyll in a class of its own. South Stradbroke Island has no cars -- everyone gets around on foot, bicycle, or silent electric shuttle. You can hang around the pools or lagoon, head to the spectacular surf beach about 2km (1 1/4 miles) from the main resort, or stroll through remnants of primeval rainforest. The resort is committed to environmentally friendly practices and is unique for its huge range of recreational and sporting activities, including a three-lane sprint track, baseball and softball pitching cage, and high ropes challenge course. There's also beach volleyball, bocce and lawn bowling, shuffleboard, surfing, fishing, a stargazing observatory, many watersports, and an extensive day spa. Accommodations offer a choice of hotel-style rooms or self-contained units. I like the colorful waterfront units, which have water views and are close to the restaurants and spa. All have kitchenettes or kitchens, and there's a general store and limited room service as well. Minibars are provided on request. Smoking is allowed only in designated outdoor areas and on balconies; no tobacco products are sold at the resort.

Facilities: 3 restaurants; 10-lane heated pool and children's pool; driving range; putting green; free transfers to mainland golf courses; 2 tennis courts; 2 fully equipped exercise rooms; spa; extensive watersports equipment rentals; bike rental; children's programs; .25-hectare (half-acre) adventure playground; game room; tour desk; massage; babysitting; laundry service; dry cleaning

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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