Head out the door of this immaculate beach house and you’ll find yourself just seconds away from the golden sands of Mission Beach. Inside, the cool coastal palette reflects the dreamy beachfront location, with accents of driftwood and natural rattan, and there are excellent views of the ocean from the large sun deck. Be the first to bag a spot on the sand and set up camp for the day – the host supplies beach chairs, boogie boards and towels so you’ll be well equipped. That said, you’re so close that you can easily zip back for a forgotten umbrella or some sun cream. If you’re a thrill-seeker, hop on one of the supplied beach cruisers and ride the half mile down the front to Belmont Park’s Big Dipper. As the sun starts to dip in the sky, de-sand the kids ahead of pre-dinner drinks on the outdoor sofa. There’s a barbecue, and the sleek kitchen is a pleasure to cook in, but if you’d rather somebody else did the work, then you’re within walking distance of Mission Beach’s colourful restaurants and cafes. Home truths: *Coin-operated laundry facilities are in the garage and are shared with a separate home upstairs *This home can sleep up to six, but two of the guests will be sleeping on a queen sofa bed in the living area *Due to the amazing beach location, the plumbing isn’t too forgiving, so guests are asked to be mindful of this *There is a gas fire-pit table in the outdoor sitting area *There is parking for one car in the garage and additional free parking on the street *There is a motion-sensor security camera to the side of the house