South Stradbroke Island

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Just across the Broadwater from the Gold Coast in Queensland is South Stradbroke Island, one of only 15 sand based islands in the world, and home to Couran Cove Resort.

This island getaway is made up of 1,800 acres of conservation park, so you know you’re walking into pristine nature.

And it's one of the few places on the East Coast of Australia where you can see the sun rise in the east of the island and set on the west.
Just across the Broadwater from the Gold Coast in Queensland is South Stradbroke Island, one of only 15 sand based islands in the world, and home to Couran Cove Resort.

This island getaway is made up of 1,800 acres of conservation park, so you know you’re walking into pristine nature.

And it's one of the few places on the East Coast of Australia where you can see the sun rise in the east of the island and set on the west.
Southport featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and swimming
Ephraim Island Gold Coast Queensland Australia
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4.5 out of 5
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voco Gold Coast by IHG

4.5 out of 5
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Luxury Island Retreat

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South Stradbroke Island QLD
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Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
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Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,039 reviews)
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