Island Tank Aviary
Cabin in Russell Island
3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Parking and more
About this cabin rental
The Bird House
Contemporary self contained, one bedroom container home with closed in deck set amongst the bushland and wildlife of the Southern Moreton Bay Islands.
Ideal short-stay retreat for couples, writers hideaway or for bird watchers.
Getting there
Travel by vehicle barge or ferry from Redland Bay to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. Complimentary bus to RSL or Bowling Club on island. Amenities on island include Supa IGA, bakery, cafes/restaurants, fuel, fishing gear etc. There is a ride share service called ‘Island Ride’.
What can we do there
Relax, listen to the birds and enjoy the island hideaway. Bush walking.
Experience living in a tiny container home.
BYO bikes, kayak, fish rod and gear, camera.
Contemporary self contained, one bedroom container home with closed in deck set amongst the bushland and wildlife of the Southern Moreton Bay Islands.
Ideal short-stay retreat for couples, writers hideaway or for bird watchers.
Getting there
Travel by vehicle barge or ferry from Redland Bay to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. Complimentary bus to RSL or Bowling Club on island. Amenities on island include Supa IGA, bakery, cafes/restaurants, fuel, fishing gear etc. There is a ride share service called ‘Island Ride’.
What can we do there
Relax, listen to the birds and enjoy the island hideaway. Bush walking.
Experience living in a tiny container home.
BYO bikes, kayak, fish rod and gear, camera.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Family friendly
Map of Russell Island
££££
Reviews
5.0
Pure bliss listening to birds and wind in the trees all night
Shelly provide wonderful little touches in the house
Very thoughtful host
5.0
40’ container living at its best.
Kind of like a luxury city hotel, only better!
5.0
Great 👍
5.0
Super island hideaway, very well kitted out, snug in the middle of winter with lots of bird company. Helpful hosts. Unplug and chill out :)
5.0
It was lovely to stay in a place where the only sounds I heard were birds and wind. The Bird House had everything I needed and was easy to find. I enjoyed the area too.
5.0
Me and my friend had such a lovely time in this inspiring tiny home. So well put together and peaceful. Thank you!
4.0
We had a peaceful experience
5.0
This place is fabulous
Very clean
Everything you need
Great walks
We loved it and will definatly be back
5.0
It’s all in the Title, absolutely enjoyable in every way.
Cannot fault anything at all.
Would recommend to anyone who wants to walk with
The wild life at its finest.
Relaxing on the veranda was so nice, peaceful and private.
Read a book and relax so easily managed. Plenty of birds were all around every afternoon, thy were friendly and loved to eat the bird feed when it was sprinkled around the ground. There were water bowls in the front and back yards for the birds to drink from and some birds splashed
around in.
5.0
Homely. Enjoyable in the surroundings. Peaceful and amazing
5.0
Easy booking, great property
5.0
Piece and quiet surrounded by bushland. With lots of birds to watch.
The tiny home is perfectly fitted out with an excellent screened enclosed veranda to sit and enjoy the surroundings.
5.0
Stayed in this property for the second time for 3 nights, same great experience, comfortable stay, feeling like at home while being away from home, highly recommend. Many thanks for taking care of this beautiful home and giving an opportunity to others to enjoy it.
5.0
The Birdhouse was just as it was named, the large flyscreened verandah meant we could spend most of our stay where we were at the accomodation out in the elements, taking in the huge variety of animals that came past.
Peaceful and quiet, and in a good location away from the main noise of the island, close to lots of nature walks and a quick swim.
4.0
We enjoyed our stay at the 'Bird House'/Island tank Avairy for a few days of relaxation. Compact, but everything there. We did experience the full range of Queensland weather - sun, rain, heat, cold over the week but were comfortable. Only drawback was the biting insects.
5.0
Thank you...peaceful and love seeing the birds feed.
5.0
We enjoyed our stay a lot! Cozy house, birds around - a perfect place for a couple.
5.0
We were super impressed with this accommodation….it was amazing. We thought it would feel small but it felt anything but. Really well designed and they have thought of everything you will and could possibly need. The enclosed deck give the property another dimension and it was lovely to sit outside and not be bugged by insects. Well done on the fit out and the incidentals, we did not want for anything during our stay.
5.0
Great place. Cool birdlife. Love the deck area.
5.0
Its great i stay there when im working on the island it sure beats the travelling back n forth daily grind. Great to relax on the front veranda with a cold one after work
5.0
Great as always
5.0
Perfect, as always.
4.0
We found the property to be perfect for our weekend away, clean, tidy and catered for our needs, we would definitely stay again when we return next time..... Thank you Shelley for having us.... Perfect
4.0
The bird house was a pleasure to wake up too each morning. The sun streaming through the windows early in the morning was magical. As was sitting on the deck watching the sunset, with a glass of wine.
5.0
We came to the Bird House to relax after a very crazy work season; we did as little as possible, and it was a great place to do that. The place is very well put together and the screened porch is amazing, and popular with the local birds. We've decided the curlew's name is Kevin.
5.0
Thank you again !
5.0
Great place to stay everything I needed was there excellent 👌
5.0
Wonderful place to take a short break. Everything perfect.
5.0
Amazing container home has all mod cons in new condition . I brought my car over on the ferry so no problem driving around too far to walk to shops . U need to book vehicle ferry app 2 weeks in advance all went well I would come again
5.0
What happened to the shipping container is magic, Shelley has a one bedroom home, there is no internet and TV is so-so, but who needs those things when birds come knocking.(no that that sort ) We enjoyed just driving around the island. A great place to enjoy a few quite days. You realy need your car.
5.0
already done
5.0
Friends thought the property too isolated but for me, 87yrs. It was just delightful.
5.0
All good. Wifi would be nice. Having wheels is important. Probably not for die-hard city slickers. A great time at a great place.
5.0
Living for a month in this beautiful ‘tiny house’ in the bush was for me the perfect escape from all the stresses of day-to-day city life. The birds that visited every day allowed me to briefly share their intriguing lives.
I also learnt never to venture outside this cosy cocoon without a good dose of insect repellent. Wearing long-sleeved and long-legged clothing when out walking helps too.
Because Russell is quite a large island, and The Bird House is located down the southern end, it’s advisable to bring your own car. Having to rely on the old, worn-out mini-buses that pass for a taxi service was not the highlight of my stay.
5.0
Nice place to stay. Very quiet and the mattress was very comfortable
5.0
Excellent little hideaway in quiet, peaceful neighbourhood. Very clean and comfortable. Shelley (host) was very kind and helpful.
5.0
So well equipped and a lovely peaceful location.
5.0
Feeding birds, Green environment, bush walking in the morning, fresh air, just reminded back in my home country in Africa Malawi. Well cleaned , good staff,
No Wi-Fi,
Tv doesn't show Channel 9.
5.0
I LOVE to stay at The Bird House!
5.0
Good
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Russell Island?
The average price for a rental in Russell Island is £81 per night. This rental is £38 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Island Tank Aviary. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Island Tank Aviary pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Island Tank Aviary?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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