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Pumpkin Island
Keppel Islands, Queensland, Australia · Independent · Near Luxury
A private island eco-retreat in the Keppel group about 14 km off Yeppoon on the southern Great Barrier Reef, with a handful of self-contained cottages and bungalows for about 30 guests. It runs off-grid on solar and wind power and is reached by private ferry or helicopter.
- 7 rooms
- Opened 1964
Restaurants and bars
- Sunset Lounge — Bar
Experiences
- Coral viewing at low tide — Coral viewing from Coral Cove Cottage at low tide, with coral gardens in the lagoon reached by a short stroll.
- Wildlife spotting — Spot dolphins, turtles and whales in season, and a wide range of animal life throughout the year.
- Snorkelling — Snorkelling in the surrounding waters; complimentary equipment on the island, though snorkel gear is limited.
- Kayaking — Kayaking in the surrounding waters, using complimentary on-island equipment.
- Stand-up paddleboarding — Stand-up paddleboarding around the island, using complimentary on-island equipment.
- Fishing from the island — Fishing in the rich surrounding waters; no boat required, guests bring their own gear and lures.
Amenities
- Private decks
- Barbeques
- Hammocks outside each bungalow
- Solar powered Nespresso Vertuo Pod Machine at Pebble Point (pack Vertuo pods)
- Activities hut
- Central amenities building
- Outdoor kitchen
- Whole island private booking
- Catering menu
- Private balconies and decks
- Private beaches
- Pumpkin Xpress ferry from Yeppoon's Keppel Bay Marina, around 30 minutes
- Helicopter arrival option
- Mooring for private boats (two swing moorings for guest use)
- Stove top whistling kettle in each cottage
- Pizza oven in the Lookout building
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