Is parking available at the property?

Yes, parking is available on-site. It is a secure gated complex with easy access to the Broadwater and its islands.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a limit of two pets, each weighing less than 22 lbs. Service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 10:00. Flexibility with check-in and check-out times is available where possible.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Runaway Bay, near theme parks and the waterfront. It is a short walk to the famous Gold Coast's Broadwater Beaches and islands, with nearby attractions including Warner Bros. Movie World and Dreamworld.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a shared swimming pool available for guests.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are not permitted at the property; it is designated for adults only.

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What guests think

Across many reviews, Coastal Runaway - Studio Apartment, Close to beach is praised for warm, welcoming hospitality and a quiet, convenient base within walking distance of the beach, shops, and waterways, ideal for events and exploring the northern Gold Coast.

Clean, well equipped studios and canal-side facilities such as the pool, deck, and pontoon are commonly highlighted. Many guests value the pet friendly setup and several say they have already returned or plan to. A few note small bathrooms, and isolated issues like street parking, fridge temperature, or a lack of front window blinds. Expect a laid back stay with simple comforts and easy access to the coast.

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Facilities

Guests frequently mention enjoying the pool and outdoor deck; some also note canal access and a pontoon. The property is dog friendly.

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Dawn B.

Oct 25, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice place to relax in great position for beach shops & pool on site

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Jan G.

Dec 15, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The studio is lovely, well appointed and comfortable. The decor is neutral with lovely personal touches, the air con is efficient (a must for us Brits in Aussie summer) the shower room is small but functional with lashings of hot water. The location is wonderful, on the canal and very central for getting out and about. The icing on the cake is your hosts. Karen and Anthony we unobtrusively helpful, knowledgeable about the area and charming hosts, taking time for a chat but leaving us to enjoy the wonderful facilities (pool, deck, pontoon) when appropriate. We have no hesitation in recommending this property and would return again in a heartbeat.

10

Jim R.

Oct 8, 2023

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Stayed 11 nights

This place is fantastic, we really enjoyed our stay. Karen and Antony are the perfect host. This is our second time here in 2 months we loved it so much. We stayed in the studio apartment which suited all our needs. Prior arrangement with Karen allowed us to be able to park our boat at their pontoon for the week so no getting the boat in and out of the water every day which was a great asset we felt. Next time we are coming down for a holiday we will be staying here, it is just the best.

10

Jenny B.

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

What a great place. Relaxing and peaceful. Our small dog enjoyed also. Definitely will be back.

10

Liz F.

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, great hosts and a lovely studio with everything we needed. To be able to use the pool and outside deck area was great, very relaxing to sit by the pool. We were attending a sports event just up the road so being able to walk to the venue was perfect. It was lovely to meet Karen and Antony. Thanks guys!

10

gail c.

Aug 6, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Excellent facilities. Accurate listing and very knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming hosts. Great dog friendly environment for small pet.

10

Brenda W.

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful studio that was spotless,great hosts and 2 gorgeous fur babies that our dog loved to interact with.The pool was refreshing and doggy beach within walking distance.We will be back

10

Marina W.

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Studio really nice, nil issues, place well provided, and comfortable. Location quite good, close to the water, lovely swimming pool. Excellent communication with both hosts We had a lovely time, hope to come back again !! Thanks from Jeannette and Marina

10

Kevin C.

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Lovely people and extremely accommodation. Well positioned on the canals

10

Daphne B.

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect for our brief stay. Great position away from the ‘crazy’. Well laid out open plan living area with complete privacy if wanted, but able to mingle too. Lovely hosts. Would stay again!

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe the studio as very clean, with some calling it spotless.

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Virginia K.

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pet Friendy . Very clean . Fiendly hosts.Studio does not overlook water . Fridge temp not good but freezer is ok.

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Steve M.

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Great place to stay Clean, comfortable and friendly

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Cheong Lung Circle

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The host are very kind and nice. The studio is also clean and quiet.

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Brenda W.

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful studio that was spotless,great hosts and 2 gorgeous fur babies that our dog loved to interact with.The pool was refreshing and doggy beach within walking distance.We will be back

10

Gaye C.

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This studio is a wonderful place to stay. It was extremely clean, the hosts were fantastic and great location. Highly recommended.

10

MARK F.

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean, well appointed and a great location. Fantastic hosts - highly recommended. Thanks.

10

Paul E.

Feb 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay nice and clean close to everything. Great host thank you very much Karen

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Rooms

Studios are described as well equipped, comfortable, and at times spacious; a few note the bathroom is small.

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Kathleen H.

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Thoroughly enjoyed our 6 night stay. Hosts were delightful and nothing was too much trouble. The bathroom was a tad small, but hardly a problem. On balance we would love to re visit KH

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Virginia K.

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pet Friendy . Very clean . Fiendly hosts.Studio does not overlook water . Fridge temp not good but freezer is ok.

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Jan G.

Dec 15, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The studio is lovely, well appointed and comfortable. The decor is neutral with lovely personal touches, the air con is efficient (a must for us Brits in Aussie summer) the shower room is small but functional with lashings of hot water. The location is wonderful, on the canal and very central for getting out and about. The icing on the cake is your hosts. Karen and Anthony we unobtrusively helpful, knowledgeable about the area and charming hosts, taking time for a chat but leaving us to enjoy the wonderful facilities (pool, deck, pontoon) when appropriate. We have no hesitation in recommending this property and would return again in a heartbeat.

10

Jim R.

Oct 8, 2023

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Stayed 11 nights

This place is fantastic, we really enjoyed our stay. Karen and Antony are the perfect host. This is our second time here in 2 months we loved it so much. We stayed in the studio apartment which suited all our needs. Prior arrangement with Karen allowed us to be able to park our boat at their pontoon for the week so no getting the boat in and out of the water every day which was a great asset we felt. Next time we are coming down for a holiday we will be staying here, it is just the best.

10

Alexandru

Oct 31, 2023

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We enjoyed our stay here! The apartment has everything that you need and the hosts were very friendly and helpful!

10

David H.

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is the 3rd time we’ve stayed with Karen and Antony at Coastal Runaway. It’s just perfect for the three of us - two adults and our fur baby. The studio is very well equipped, the bed is comfortable and the location is brilliant; walking distance to the beach and shops.

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Jim R.

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

We stayed for 5 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. Karen and Antony were fantastic and are just the best hosts. We liked it so much that we are going back again in a couple of weeks for a longer stay. We had the studio apartment which had everything we needed for our visit.

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Marina W.

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Studio really nice, nil issues, place well provided, and comfortable. Location quite good, close to the water, lovely swimming pool. Excellent communication with both hosts We had a lovely time, hope to come back again !! Thanks from Jeannette and Marina

10

Daphne B.

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect for our brief stay. Great position away from the ‘crazy’. Well laid out open plan living area with complete privacy if wanted, but able to mingle too. Lovely hosts. Would stay again!

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Robin K.

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We had a the self contained unit which was spacious and airy. Loved it. Our hosts were fantastic. Friendly and welcoming. If ever over this way again, I would definitely stay there again.

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Service

Hosts Karen and Antony are repeatedly praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with great communication. Many guests say they would return or have stayed multiple times.

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Kathleen H.

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Thoroughly enjoyed our 6 night stay. Hosts were delightful and nothing was too much trouble. The bathroom was a tad small, but hardly a problem. On balance we would love to re visit KH

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ROBYN H.

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We, including our fur babies always thoroughly enjoy our stays at Karen and Antony, they are top hosts, gold stars

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Jim R.

Oct 8, 2023

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Stayed 11 nights

This place is fantastic, we really enjoyed our stay. Karen and Antony are the perfect host. This is our second time here in 2 months we loved it so much. We stayed in the studio apartment which suited all our needs. Prior arrangement with Karen allowed us to be able to park our boat at their pontoon for the week so no getting the boat in and out of the water every day which was a great asset we felt. Next time we are coming down for a holiday we will be staying here, it is just the best.

10

Liz F.

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, great hosts and a lovely studio with everything we needed. To be able to use the pool and outside deck area was great, very relaxing to sit by the pool. We were attending a sports event just up the road so being able to walk to the venue was perfect. It was lovely to meet Karen and Antony. Thanks guys!

10

Jim R.

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

We stayed for 5 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. Karen and Antony were fantastic and are just the best hosts. We liked it so much that we are going back again in a couple of weeks for a longer stay. We had the studio apartment which had everything we needed for our visit.

10

ROBYN H.

Jan 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our sincere appreciation to Antony and Karen for their warm friendly and welcoming hospitality, we always enjoy staying here

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Brenda A.

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect for what we needed. Friendly owners. Will certainly stay again

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Marina W.

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Studio really nice, nil issues, place well provided, and comfortable. Location quite good, close to the water, lovely swimming pool. Excellent communication with both hosts We had a lovely time, hope to come back again !! Thanks from Jeannette and Marina

10

MARK F.

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean, well appointed and a great location. Fantastic hosts - highly recommended. Thanks.

10

Robin K.

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We had a the self contained unit which was spacious and airy. Loved it. Our hosts were fantastic. Friendly and welcoming. If ever over this way again, I would definitely stay there again.

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Location

Guests consider the location convenient and quiet, within walking distance of the beach and shops and set by the canals. It works well as a base for local events and exploring the Gold Coast.

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David H.

Feb 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is the second time we’ve stayed with Karen and Antony. The accommodation is fantastic; great location, very comfortable, and with all the creature comforts of home. The bonus is we are able to stay here with our fur baby. The broadwater is only 500m away, as are the shops at Runaway Bay.

10

Dawn B.

Oct 25, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice place to relax in great position for beach shops & pool on site

10

David H.

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is the 3rd time we’ve stayed with Karen and Antony at Coastal Runaway. It’s just perfect for the three of us - two adults and our fur baby. The studio is very well equipped, the bed is comfortable and the location is brilliant; walking distance to the beach and shops.

10

Kathleen W.

Jul 4, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The accommodation was the best we have had on our holiday and Karen and Tony were the perfect hosts. The location is perfect as a central point for all Gold Coast features .

10

Karan S.

Aug 15, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Absolutely stunning property. Our trip just got better with such scenic location and lovely hosts Karen and Antony! Cant wait to visit again!

10

Liz F.

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, great hosts and a lovely studio with everything we needed. To be able to use the pool and outside deck area was great, very relaxing to sit by the pool. We were attending a sports event just up the road so being able to walk to the venue was perfect. It was lovely to meet Karen and Antony. Thanks guys!

10

Brenda W.

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful studio that was spotless,great hosts and 2 gorgeous fur babies that our dog loved to interact with.The pool was refreshing and doggy beach within walking distance.We will be back

10

Gaye C.

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This studio is a wonderful place to stay. It was extremely clean, the hosts were fantastic and great location. Highly recommended.

10

Kevin C.

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Lovely people and extremely accommodation. Well positioned on the canals

10

Daphne B.

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect for our brief stay. Great position away from the ‘crazy’. Well laid out open plan living area with complete privacy if wanted, but able to mingle too. Lovely hosts. Would stay again!

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