Welcome to Vue de Bleu
Your Whitsunday escape starts here.
3-Day Forecast
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:
- Open the BBQ lid completely
- Turn on the gas bottle valve (counter-clockwise)
- Turn the control knob to HIGH and press the ignition button
- Wait for the "click" and flame to appear
- Preheat for 5-10 minutes with the lid closed
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
For detailed instructions on using the oven, including temperature settings, cooking modes, and cleaning guidelines:
Remember to turn off the oven after use and allow it to cool before cleaning.
Bin Collection Calendar:
General Waste Collection
Recycling Collection
What Goes Where:
Local Knowledge
Curated experiences in the Whitsundays
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.
Private luxury charters on the Axopar 37 Seaclusion. Personalized experience with flexible itineraries.
Phone: 1300 653 997
Web: whitsundayluxuryyachtcharters.com.au
Premium air-conditioned catamarans with guided tours. Comfortable and reliable service departing from Shute Harbour.
Phone: 1300 317 445
Web: sealink.com.au
High-speed adventure on rigid inflatable boats. Thrilling ride with snorkeling and beach time included.
Phone: (07) 4946 6848
Web: oceanrafting.com.au
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.
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.
Phone: 07 4946 4431
Address: Shop 1 & 2, 6 Airlie Esplanade, Airlie Beach 4802
Web: eastwoodsdining.com.au
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.
Phone: (07) 4804 5511
Address: 116 Pringle Road, Airlie Beach 4802, QLD
Web: northerlies.com.au
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.
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
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