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Pumpkin Island: Traveller Reviews

| Great Barrier Reef, Yeppoon, Queensland 4703, Australia
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Pumpkin Island
5.0 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
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“Perfect, just what the doctor ordered!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

Wow from the moment we arrive at the marina we were welcome and looked after. This is the perfect escape. We stayed in the Oyster Box and only had 28 steps to the beach each morning. The kids enjoyed there time playing and exploring. Although they had a full house this was only 15 people in total so we were not on top of each other. Our hosts Wayne and Laureth were great from the moment we arrived until we sadly left. Thank you for our best holiday yet.

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask TheKearneys about Pumpkin Island
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PumpkinIsland, General Manager at Pumpkin Island, responded to this review
3 February 2012
Hi there TheKearneys,

Thank you for visiting Pumpkin Island. It's great to read that you enjoyed your holiday.
Thank you very much for your beautiful comments too, we are delighted to hear that you think of Pumpkin as 'the perfect escape'.

We are happy that you enjoyed the peace and quiet even with a full island - exploring one of the world's most spectacular natural regions while staying in comfort and privacy.
One of the best compliments we could ever ask for is...'Thank you for our best holiday yet'...

Thank you again for visiting and thank you for taking the time to give your feedback :)

Warmest Regards
Wayne & Laureth
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Tasmania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Pure Magic!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

31 friends and family hired Pumpkin for New Years Eve 2012. It could not have been a better way to bring in the new year. Peace and quiet if you wanted it, chatting with friends, swimming, kayaking, reading, sleeping, exploring.....the list goes on. All the cabins were beautifully presented and you felt like you were in your own piece of paradise. Food supplied by the Waterline Restaurant was exceptional, with every condiment to add to the delicious food supplied. 3 days thoroughly enjoyed.....not nearly long enough. We will be back for longer next time!

Room Tip: Pebble Point is a little further away from the main beach cabins
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask TassieNana about Pumpkin Island
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PumpkinIsland, Manager at Pumpkin Island, responded to this review
15 March 2012
Dear TassieNana,

Thank you for your lovely review :) We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay on the island.. We will be sure to let the Waterline Restaurant know too!

We look forward to your next visit :)
Warmest regards
Laureth & Wayne
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Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
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“Pumpkin Island...paradise at its best”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2011

8 days and nights of pure paradise, 4.1/2 star accommodation, even without television. So much to do snorkeling,fishing,hiking,kayaking,reading, and best of all wonderful conversations. Wayne and Laureth, beautiful people with a very relaxed attitude. Ross from Spar supermarket highly recommend for food and drinks, thank you Ross. My husband and I did not want to leave, first time ever. You'll love it!!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask Robyn1960 about Pumpkin Island
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PumpkinIsland, Manager at Pumpkin Island, responded to this review
15 March 2012
Hello Robyn1960,

Thank you for your great review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your time on the island :)
We will be sure to let Ross know too...

We look forward to hopefully welcoming you back in the near future,
Warmest regards
Laureth & Wayne
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gold coast
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“my happy place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011
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Seriously, for me, this is right up there with the best holidays I have ever had. I am pretty well travelled i.e. europe, USA etc and this is my happy place. We have been twice, in June and September and both times were brilliant.We have already booked the next two years.Both previous times we booked the whole island with fiends. It is a place where we can totally relax and allow our children to do the same. As a parent it is so exciting to see our children suddenly have a great time with out TV DVD PS3 XBOX internet etc. The managers are brilliant at being ther when you need them and invisible when you dont. If you want to have your bum kissed go somewhere else. If you want island paradise this is your place.

Room Tip: The prices are the best guide to what you will get. Pebble point is a little removed from the other...
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  • Stayed June 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask warwick p about Pumpkin Island
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PumpkinIsland, Manager at Pumpkin Island, responded to this review
15 March 2012
Dear Warwick,

Thank you for your wonderful review...We love that Pumpkin Island is your "happy place"! :) (It is ours too)

We look forward to seeing you and the family & friends again in the near future :) Thank you for being such lovely guests...

Kindest regards
Laureth & Wayne
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Manly, Australia
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Glad to be back!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2011
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Like nesting turtles our family excitedly found our way back to Pumpkin for another unforgettable stay. We four, my wife and I and our teenage sons travelled with two other families this time. Each family had their well-equipped, quaint cottage complete with great deck seemingly on top of the beach and water to totally immerse you in Island life. Great for a good sleep from sun up we each found our own rhythm. Be it a dip in the crystal clear ocean or a longer swim, a kayak, a snorkel with lots of fish, lazy attempts to catch the bigger ones, a good read under the palms, beachcombing or exploring sometimes alone, more often together Pumpkin offers so much. And, travelling with other families is a great way to experience it all, for adults to truly relax reassured that the kids can just be kids. Supplemented by on-line groceries we ordered catering packs from Waterline Restaurant . Their quality produce is generous and their attention to detail meant every meal was delicious, easy and fun to prepare - the bbq got a great work-out. Sublimely spent, totally fulfilled from the day, taking in a few sundowners, watching glorious sunsets from our decks, under the trees - so many beautiful vantage points - chatting, eating and laughing is simply blissful! Wayne and Laureth welcome you with infectious passion for their naturally wondrous home. Their careful attention is subtle and sincere. They seem to read your every mood, their timely touches complete the perfection with privacy for those that need it assured; even the funny Coco and Milo are unobtrusive. This beautiful Island run by two warm and respectful hosts simply cocoons your family and we will keep coming back, just like the turtles!

Room Tip: If you are a couple or want privacy stay at the fabulous Pebble Point; if you are a larger group the...
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask Chris N about Pumpkin Island
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PumpkinIsland, Manager at Pumpkin Island, responded to this review
15 March 2012
Dear Chris,

Thank you for writing a beautiful review. We feel so blessed to have such very special guests, return every year. It is one of the greatest privileges we have :)

We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future,
Warmest regards
Laureth & Wayne
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| Great Barrier Reef, Yeppoon, Queensland 4703, Australia
Price range (per night):* 285 AUD - 525 AUD

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