Welcome to Vue de Bleu

Your Whitsunday escape starts here.

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Essential information for your stay

Alfresco Dining, Australian Style

Your courtyard features a premium gas BBQ perfect for dinners with friends.

Before You Start:

  • Gas Bottle Location: Under the BBQ, secured in the cabinet
  • Spare Bottle: Located next to the barbeque

Lighting Instructions:

  1. Open the BBQ lid completely
  2. Turn on the gas bottle valve (counter-clockwise)
  3. Turn the control knob to HIGH and press the ignition button
  4. Wait for the "click" and flame to appear
  5. Preheat for 5-10 minutes with the lid closed
Safety First

Always turn off the gas bottle valve after use, not just the control knobs. This prevents gas leaks in the tropical heat.

BBQ tools and cleaning brush are in the drawer below the BBQ.

Kitchen Essentials

The kitchen is equipped with a modern Smeg oven perfect for preparing meals during your stay.

Getting Started:

  • The oven features multiple cooking modes for versatility
  • Preheat the oven before cooking for best results
  • Cookware and baking trays are provided in the kitchen
Complete Operating Instructions

For detailed instructions on using the oven, including temperature settings, cooking modes, and cleaning guidelines:

View Oven Instructions

Remember to turn off the oven after use and allow it to cool before cleaning.

Bin Collection Calendar:

General Waste Collection
Last Collection: --
Next Collection: --
Day: Wednesday
Frequency: Weekly
Recycling Collection
Last Collection: --
Next Collection: --
Day: Wednesday
Frequency: Fortnightly

What Goes Where:

♻️ Recycling: Glass bottles, plastic containers, paper, cardboard, aluminum cans
🗑️ General Waste: Food scraps, soft plastics, contaminated packaging
🌿 Green Waste: Garden clippings, leaves, flowers (no food waste)

Local Knowledge

Curated experiences in the Whitsundays

Must Do

Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet

Consistently rated among the world's best beaches. The 7km stretch of pure white silica sand and the swirling sands of Hill Inlet are unmissable. Book a tour or charter to experience this natural wonder.

Luxury Charter: Whitsundays Private Charters

Private luxury charters on the Axopar 37 Seaclusion. Personalized experience with flexible itineraries.

Phone: 1300 653 997
Web: whitsundayluxuryyachtcharters.com.au

Premium Tours: SeaLink Whitsundays

Premium air-conditioned catamarans with guided tours. Comfortable and reliable service departing from Shute Harbour.

Phone: 1300 317 445
Web: sealink.com.au

Adventure Tours: Ocean Rafting

High-speed adventure on rigid inflatable boats. Thrilling ride with snorkeling and beach time included.

Phone: (07) 4946 6848
Web: oceanrafting.com.au

Whitsunday Island
Safe Swimming Kids

Airlie Beach Lagoon

A stunning free saltwater swimming pool on the Airlie Beach foreshore. Perfect for families with shallow areas for children. Surrounded by parklands, BBQ facilities, and cafes. Lifeguard patrolled during peak times.

5 min walk from town center
Dining

Eastwoods Restaurant

A vibrant modern Asian restaurant on the Esplanade, focusing on bold South East Asian flavors designed for sharing. The menu features fresh local ingredients transformed into dishes like Penang curry, sticky pork ribs, and whole crispy barramundi with Asian herbs. The vibe is coastally chic and casual. Bookings recommended.

Airlie Beach Main Street
Dining Sunset

Northerlies Beach Bar & Grill

Casual beachfront dining with spectacular sunset views over the Coral Sea. Famous for their wood-fired pizzas and tropical cocktails. Live music on weekends. Arrive early to secure a deck table for sunset.

Waterfront, Airlie Beach
Transport

Ferry to Hamilton Island

Two options to reach Hamilton Island from Shute Harbour. Choose scheduled passenger ferry for regular travel, or private water taxi for flexibility and after-hours transfers.

Option 1: Cruise Whitsundays

Regular scheduled passenger ferry service (~35 min journey). Runs approximately 4 times daily from Shute Harbour Marine Terminal. Luggage limits apply.

Phone: (07) 4846 7000
Web: cruisewhitsundays.com

Option 2: Mars Charters

24/7 private water taxi service. Ideal for after-hours travel, missed ferries, or private groups. Bookings essential. Higher cost (quoted per vessel).

Phone: 1800 202 909
Web: marscharters.com.au

Departs Shute Harbour