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Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
Travel Styles
Long term
Weekend
Adventure
Budget
Romantic
Sport and leisure
Foodie
Relaxing
City
Beach
Water
Tropical
Culture
Cycling
Golf
House Rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Unsuitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Smoke free
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Within walking distance (450 metres) to ALDI and our local cafe.
There are many more food options in the Varsity CBD area (adjoining Bond University) which is situated across the lake and easily accessible by the footpath beside the lake.
There are lots of walking paths and bikeways from the apartment, and it is relatively flat given the coastal location.
We are closely located, or within easy access to numerous beaches, dining options, shops, natural areas/National Parks and tourist attractions/theme parks.
Nearest airport
13 kms to Coolangatta International Airport (Domestic and international services) (Airport Code: OOL)
Brisbane Domestic and International Airport terminals (Airport Code: BNE).
Our home is 1.2 kms to Varsity Lakes train station that has a direct line to Brisbane CBD and Brisbane airports (domestic and international).
Getting Around
We would be happy to leave our e-bikes (2) for guest use and also our car if simultaneous exchanges.
MAJOR SHOPPING CENTRES
Robina Town Centre - 2.1 kms
Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - 6kms
Burleigh Heads is the closest beach and the nearby James Street, has numerous dining, cafes, shopping options.
Neighbourhood shopping centres within 4kms for grocery shopping, butcher, bakery, pharmacy, fruit and vegetable sellers include:
- Treetops Plaza
- Easy T
- Mudgeeraba Market
Map of Approximate Location
People Like Us Local Guide
Local knowledge and support. We would love to meet up for coffee and travel talk.
We have just completed our first home exchange with Steve and Tanya at Varsity Lakes, Gold Coast, Qld (Australia).
Their modern Apartment offers a fantastic opportunity to exchange and has stunning lake views, and is complete with anything you might need. The bottle of wine, sourdough loaf and the banana with walnuts loaf was such a thoughtful welcome gift.
The walkways/bike paths around the lake provide a serene and picturesque experience, with the bonus of fabulous coffee shops and restaurants nearby.
The communication by Steve and Tanya was exemplary and I would highly recommend their place for a memorable stay, near the Gold Coast Australia.
I feel we will be fast friends into the future!
What a wonderful experience having Tanya her husband and parents come to our home on exchange.
So respectful and left the place immaculate.
Highly recommend them as guests.
We had a fabulous week at Jacquie and James’ beautifully renovated coastal home. They kindly allowed us to include my elderly parents on this stay and we all loved the home, in a quiet area and well appointed with great kitchen, beds and lounges were all so comfortable. The back deck area is huge and a great space to relax. The location in Umina Beach was very easy for us to use trains and ferries. So many lovely natural waterfront areas and beaches to explore and a little over an hour by train has you in the heart of Sydney Harbour.
Excellent hosts with easy and prompt communication- I hope we keep in touch in future. ,
Feedback for Michelle·Simultaneous exchange·3 nights
We are so happy to have completed our very first (simultaneous) home exchange Michelle and Richard’s apartment is in beautiful Scarborough QLD.
It was very well located with views to the ocean and very walkable to everything you would need (cafes, local store, parks, waterfront, Sunday markets, dining options, bar and brewery, fish markets). Very quiet street and comfortable couch and bed made for a very relaxing weekend.
The communication was excellent and we feel we have made new PLU friends already.
Feedback for Michelle·Simultaneous exchange·3 nights
It was a perfect exchange with Michelle and Richard as they took care of our home as we took care of theirs.
The communication was excellent and we feel we have made new PLU friends already.
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Tanya
We are a travelling group of 2 non-smoking Australians. Steve retired in 2025, age 61 and Tanya heading to retirement in the coming years. We travel quite frequently (not exchanges) but are now looking to explore new ways to travel and new places in exchange for our low-maintenance, pet-free, waterfront apartment on the Gold Coast, QLD Australia.
We have 20 written reviews from other accommodation platforms that confirm we are reliable, clean and responsible travellers that will look after your home during any exchanges.
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