Couran Cove Island Resort, Stradbroke Island, 
Gold Coast, Australia.  

First of all by convincing yourself that the treatment is an absolute necessity, not a luxury. You’ve worked hard all year to be able to enjoy this decision. An exotic facial, a body wrap or a Swedish deep-tissue massage? As one would expect, the Spa and Total Living Centre has everything a Beverly Hills beautician might offer. Waxing, pedicures, manicures, body scrubs and too many types of facials to mention. Special treatments include hydrotherapy bath, steam room, Vichy shower and hairdressing. 

Massages are for both men and women, by both men and women. By the poolside or at the TLC, there’s a range of techniques to squeeze out your tight spots. Yoga at the TLC or Tai Chi on the beach really brings the nerves down to earth. And it lasts a lot longer than a game of golf. Convince him. We find that a lot of guests return to the resort especially for a 5 day lifestyle program, or a 3 day pampering break. 

With four restaurants to treat your tastebuds, gorgeous rooms perched on the water’s edge or secluded in the banksia forest, you’ll find that luxury can be combined with nature. Just as accommodation, architectural and environmental accolades can be awarded to the one island resort - Couran Cove. 

Considerate architects have designed boardwalks to lead you over sand dunes, through ancient rainforests and right up to the restaurant’s door. We could make a menu just of our restaurants. There’s the Oceanman Surf Club at the foot of the sand dunes, famous for its fabulous seafood and friendly staff; the Poolside Cafe on Spa Island, the Boardwalk Bar and Cafe, and for a more sophisticated dining experience by moonlight, The Restaurant overlooking the marina. 

Gone are the days when only movie stars would go to retreats. These days, everyone has their own unhealthy habits to deal with. Our ‘Live Better Longer’ 5 day program sets out to achieve your goals through exercise, relaxation, nutritious eating and an empowering mental approach.

While there are so many things to do together as a family, a bit of quiet time from the kids will make your holiday a real holiday. If you want an organised program for the kids, try the ‘Kites Club’ (ages 3-12). They can explore, learn a little and meet someone their own age. They’re sure to have a ball playing the organised games with our trained co-ordinators. 

Older children love Couran Cove because they don’t want to spend too much time with you. It’s such a safe and easy resort. Don’t worry about them. The activities centre has arcade games, table tennis, music, (everything to keep parents out). Plus the endless water activities will completely exhaust them. 

So they’ll sleep soundly every night, while you enjoy dinner for two. Some fine wine, some conversation and no fights to break up. If you just want to get away from it all. Take your bike, take your hamper and take your partner for a wander about the island. 

FASTCAT FERRY SCHEDULE

All passengers must have a ferry ticket before boarding the vessel.
Scheduled Ferry Tickets ore $25.00 per adult, return / $12.50 per child (2-12yrs), return.
Private Water Taxi transfers available to book outside regular ferry schedule at $90.00 one way.