Getaway Ideas

Relaxed Straddie Weekend Getaway #1

by admin | 9 June 2025
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Slow down… relax …. reconnect with loved ones and friends on North Stradbroke Island, go for beach walks, eat well & breathe…

Arrive on Friday, make the most of the weekend!

Have an early mark at work and make dinner reservations at Six Beaches Fish Grill & Bar to unwind on Friday night. Maybe a “sunset” cocktail to start then enjoy the amazing seafood on offer!

Saturday morning, instead of rushing around home packing, you’ll already be here. Take a walk on the beach or around the North Gorge Walk before breakfast at a local cafe Fishes Cafe.

Six Beaches Fish Grill & Bar, 29 Mooloomba Road, Point Lookout, QLD 4183

Hike in Naree Budjong Djara National Park

Drive to Blue Lake Walk

FROM POINT LOOKOUT • 30 MINUTES

Blue Lake is an area of special significance for Quandamooka people who call it Karboora, meaning ‘deep silent pool’. Walk the 5.2km (return) track to the Lake through Naree Budjong Djara National Park. Afterwards, stop for lunch at The Barn Cafe in Dunwich, or the amazing boutique Straddie Brewery for a cold bevvie and a hearty feed – you won’t regret it.

North Stradbroke Island, QLD 4183

Saturday night drinks, dinner and dancing

Drive to Point Lookout

FROM DUNWICH • 20 MINUTES

After an afternoon of relaxing, take a sunset stroll on Home Beach and then it’s time to party. The Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel Bistro (NOTE: Closed until late 2025) boasts a supreme view, frosty beers or cocktails, a great dinner menu and live music most Saturday nights.

Sunday breakfast & local markets

158-172 Dickson Way, Point Lookout, QLD 4183

Straddie Eats

Walk or Drive

Enjoy a gourmet breakfast at Straddie Eats The Point Lookout Markets are across the road on alternative Sunday mornings. If the markets aren’t on, walk a little further to Noreen’s Seaside Shop or visit Mintee St at the top of Point Lookout for an array of boutique, island-style shopping.

Point Lookout Bowls Club, East Coast Road, Point Lookout, QLD 4183

Before going home visit Amity Point

Drive to Amity Point

FROM POINT LOOKOUT • 20 MINUTES

Dolphins are often seen off the jetty at Amity, and koalas are common to spot in the trees. For lunch, Amity Pavilion offers take away fish and chips, burgers and a great Parmi to eat overlooking the water or dine in at a shady verandah table.

Amity Point, QLD 4183

How about a refeshing Straddie Beer while you wait for your ferry! Made on the island from our own fresh water!

Drive to the barge in Dunwich

FROM AMITY POINT • 20 MINUTES

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