The property is a little tired, but clean and comfortable and has quite a flexible configuration to fit all sorts of family assortments. It is on three levels with lots of outdoor veranda space, luckily all of which is protected with mozzie screens. The cooking facilities are a little basic with a hob (only 3 gas rings work), microwave, and air fryer, but with some preplanning they are workable for most recipes. Outside there is a good BBQ.
We ordered our groceries online to collect at Woolworths in Runaway Bay, then took a water taxi from Runaway Bay to the island. This was a good idea as the shop on the island is very basic and the restaurant requires reservations and is expensive. We were also 7 people including kids, so it was cheaper than taking the resort ferry.
Being on the island really requires a bike. The ecolodge is about 15-20 minutes walk from the main resort, or about 5 mins by bike. Our main complaint about the property was that the decent bikes which were provided were all locked up with very strong combination locks which we were never given the codes for (despite asking several times). Luckily we managed to cobble together 4 bikes because we took a bike tool, an inner tube and a puncture kit (bolt cutters might be more useful). This is a necessity as the bikes are in bad shape. Alternatively they can be rented on the island for $30 per person per day. Bikes also allow exploring along the beach tracks and up to Tipplers which is worth a visit (about 3 Kms) for lunch.
A good holiday with plenty to do, despite many of the resort activities no longer being available. The pools, beaches, mini golf, kayaks (for a price), lots of biking trails, tennis, basketball and games room are all still active. We can recommend this property for a relaxed family holiday.
