Golden Sands of Mermaid Beach

Your Ultimate Beachfront Escape Awaits!

Indulge and relax in our newly refurnished and stylish two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment! Our dedicated team has transformed this space into a true beach lover`s paradise, offering an unforgettable coastal experience.

Whale Migration Spectacle: Imagine witnessing the majestic whale migration from the comfort of your own living room! Our apartment offers front-row seats to this incredible natural event.

Step onto the Sand: With private, exclusive beach access just steps from your door, you can instantly sink your toes into the warm golden sands. Let the refreshing ocean breeze cool you as you enjoy the surf and sun, or sneak in a quick surf session before breakfast.

Beyond the Beach: We offer amenities to keep everyone entertained:

A fun mini putting green for a friendly game of golf.

Poolside barbecues perfect for those sunny Australian afternoons.

Secure parking is provided for your peace of mind.

Comfort & Relaxation: The apartment is fully equipped for a comfortable stay.

Master Bedroom: Features a queen-sized chiropractic mattress with a plush pillow top for ultimate restorative rest.

Second Bedroom: Offers a queen-sized IKEA foam mattress for a medium-soft feel.

Important Information
Beach Towels: Available by request and must be pre-ordered. To ensure our cleaners can provide them prior to your arrival, 36 hours` notice is required. The cost is $15 per pair.

Building Works Notice: Please note that the notice of building works and repainting included in our image gallery has been paused indefinitely and is yet to be rescheduled.

Noise Monitoring: Your safety and comfort are important. This apartment is monitored for excessive noise with a MINUT device, which respects your privacy and is designed to prevent parties. If excessive noise is detected, you will be notified, and if it persists, a staff member will attend the property. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Swim, surf, sunbathe, nap, and repeat – your perfect escape is here!
Golden Sands of Mermaid Beach House Rules
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Welcome to Mermaid Beach! To ensure a comfortable stay for all guests, please adhere to the following guidelines.

We’d like to let you know that the building works and painting have been paused, and are yet to be rescheduled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The good news is that once completed, these improvements will make the property even more enjoyable, and we’ll be sure to keep you updated along the way.

Guest Requirements
Age Restriction: Guests must be 23 years or older to book. Guests under 23 (excluding those under 18) must provide passport identification and approve a refundable security deposit.

New/Low-Rated Guests: Guests: Security Deposit Policy
For guests with limited or no prior reviews, those new to short-term rentals, or with a rating below 5 stars, a security deposit of AUD 500 is required. This deposit is fully refundable after checkout, provided the property is left in satisfactory condition and all house rules are adhered to. This request will be sent via the booking platform and must be accepted at the time of your reservation confirmation.

Please be aware that any payments for additional services that are made outside of Airbnb resolutions centre will incur a 3% processing fee, that is applied through the payment service provider.

A security deposit request of AUD 500 will be sent to you thru the channel platform (you`ll receive an email). This request must be accepted upon booking confirmation and the deposit will be held for the duration of your stay.

Your security deposit will be refunded within 48 hours after checkout, provided the apartment`s condition is found to be satisfactory. Please note that the security deposit will not be refunded if any of the `House Rules,` `Terms of Stay,` `Additional Rules,` or `Body Corporate Bylaws` are violated. Any costs or damages incurred may be deducted from this amount, in accordance with our terms of stay and house rules.

Failure to pay the security deposit on the booking confirmation day or prior to your check-in day will result in denied check-in, and your booking may be cancelled without refund. Any costs related to such a cancellation will be at your expense.

Maximum Occupancy: Only the number of guests listed in the reservation is permitted. External visitors are not allowed.

Infants: Bringing infants or children under 18 is at your discretion; however, the property isn`t specifically infant-friendly, and adults are fully responsible for their supervision.

Portacot and highchair: Both are available upon request. For safety and hygiene reasons, we do not provide sheets or a mattress for the portacot. This is due to the sensitive nature of babies` precious skin and the detergents often used by large commercial laundries to clean them. It is much better for you to use fabrics, sheets, and your own mattress that are familiar to your baby`s skin to avoid any sensitivity or allergic reactions. However, these cots come with a padded mat for the base. Portacot & high Chair Rental: 80 AUD

Guest Responsibility: You are responsible for your safety and the safety of all others on the property. Please treat the property and its contents with care.

Booking and Cancellation Policy:
Non-Flexible Dates: Bookings are non-flexible. Date changes are at the host`s discretion only. We strongly recommend securing comprehensive travel insurance.

No Refunds for Early Departure: Refunds will not be issued for early departures or unforeseen events.

Cancellation Policy: Our cancellation policy applies regardless of external factors.

Long-Term Stays (28 Days or More): For all bookings 28 days or longer, a double cleaning fee is required to maintain a clean and comfortable environment. This additional cleaning fee will be due at the time of booking. Full payment for your reservation, including all applicable cleaning fees, is due upon booking.

Check-In and Check-Out:
Standard Times: Check-in is after 3:00 PM and check-out is before 10:00 AM.

Complimentary Early Check-in/Late Check-out: Available for Direct Bookings only (check-in at 2:00 PM, check-out at 12:00 PM), subject to availability.

Early Check-in (from 1:30 PM) / Late Check-out (until 12:00 PM): An AUD 95 fee applies, subject to availability.

Overstaying Checkout: Guests who overstay will be charged AUD 99 per hour.

Emergency Lockout: A service fee of AUD 200, plus any associated costs, applies for emergency lockout assistance.

Property Regulations:
Quiet Hours: Please adhere to quiet hours between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

No Pets: Pets are strictly prohibited throughout the entire building premises, including all common areas, due to allergy concerns.

No Smoking: Smoking, including vaping, is strictly prohibited throughout the entire building premises, including inside the apartment and on balconies. A violation of this policy will result in a fine of AUD 500, additional cleaning costs, and may lead to the immediate termination of your stay.

Furniture & Property Care: Do not rearrange furniture (minimum AUD 99/hour fee). Remove shoes on rugs. Rinse sand before entering. Use placemats for drinks/food. Do not remove mattress protectors. You are liable for damages and associated fees.

Master bedroom has a Queen sized chiropractic mattress that is firmer than medium so we have fitted a pillow top mattress topper.

2nd bedroom is a Queen sized IKEA foam mattress medium/soft.

This apartment is located on the fourth floor of the building.

This apartment has a wonderful ocean breeze cross ventilation that cools the apartment beautifully also with an air-conditioner. Additionally there are two (2) portable oil heaters are available to use.

Minut Device: A Minut device monitors for excessive noise (above 75 decibels), smoking, or tampering. Violations or tampering incur an AUD 200 call-out fee.
This apartment is monitored for noise with a MINUT device, This device upholds your privacy and is designed to protect against parties for example. If excessive noise triggers the device, you will be notified and if it persists, someone will attend the property.

Key Management: The keys provided include an AirTag; please do not remove it. A minimum fee of AUD 500, plus any associated replacement costs, will be charged for lost keys, including swipe cards or parking fobs.

Pool/Beach Towel Hire: To help you pack lighter, we offer the convenient option of hiring fresh pool/beach towels. For a rental fee of $15 per pair, we can have them waiting for you upon arrival. Please let us know at the time of booking if you`d like to add this to your stay.

Weather Precautions: As a beachfront property, close all windows and doors during high winds or rain. Guests are responsible for damages from non-compliance. No refunds for weather-related issues.

Fire Inspections & Maintenance: Australian law requires access for fire inspections (twice yearly). The host or staff may enter with 1-hour notice for urgent issues or 24-hour notice for non-urgent issues. Activating the smoke detector by guest actions incurs an AUD 2,000 fee.

Construction & Outages: The host is not liable for issues outside of our control, such as nearby construction, power outages, WiFi disruptions, natural gas supply interruptions, or elevator breakdowns. Please note that no refunds will be provided for these events.