Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort Accommodation, situated on the breath taking Discovery Coast – Agnes Water/ Town of 1770. Located 200 metres from Queensland’s most Northern surf beach and approximately 5 kilometres from Bustard Bay, where Captain James Cook made his second landfall in Australia, in May 1770. With that the Town of 1770 is known as the ‘Birth Place Of Queensland’, located along the stretch of sub-tropical surf coastline between Bundaberg in the south and Gladstone to the north and is the gatway to The Great Barrier Reef.

Come and explore the un-spoilt beaches of Agnes Water/ Town of 1770; Learn the history of the Discovery Coast and most of all unwind and enjoy your home away from home at Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort, where we pride ourselves on our relaxed and friendly serviced environment.

Cruise in sheer comfort to Lady Musgrave Island, you have the option of snorkeling or scuba diving the world class outer reef wall or take up both through out the day. Optional 1 ½ hours of reef fishing to try and snag the catch of the day! Tropical Buffet Luncheon served onboard including morning and afternoon tea. Take the guided tour of the island, view the breathtaking marine life in the glass bottom boat. Let us arrange your booking.

The Discovery Coast the ideal destination to visit the Great Barrier Reef!

Ride the Larc (Lighter Amphibious Re-supply Cargo vessel) with several tour options including Fitzroy Reef, you choose the ride that best suits you. Discover paradise with the Town Of 1770’s Multi Tourism Award Winning Eco Adventure. Fishing Cruises, spend half a day or even the full day reef fishing keeping your catch however that’s not all; reef surfing, kayak or snorkel it’s your choice or you can do the lot. ‘Go on be adventurous’ four wheel drive through the Deepwater or Eurimbula National Parks where you may spot an emu or two.

Even have around of golf with the kangaroos at the 1770 golf course and driving range. Hire a scooter and tour the town. Enjoy the festivities of the historical re-enactment of Lieutenant James Cook’s landing, on the foreshore of 1770, held in May each year.

“And lots more come and see for yourself, there is plenty to discover, learn and explore at Agnes Water/ Town of 1770.”

There are some comforts that you just don’t want to leave behind whilst on holiday. Here at Sandcastles 1770 we understand this and strive to make our guests stay, as relaxed and comfortable as possible; with saying that the facilities that we have to offer here are accommodating for all as your home away from home.

The following facilities are available at Sandcastles 1770

Motel Style Units; Three Long Term Apartments with full cooking facilities; Tour Bookings; Package Deals; Group Bookings; Conference Facilities; Under Cover Parking; Austar; Air Conditioning; Direct Dial Phone; Fax and Internet Facilities; Disability Impaired Units; Mini Bar; Single/Double Rooms with Interlocking Rooms; Kahuna’s Licensed Pizza Bar & Grill Next Door; Beans Licensed Café On the Premises.

Directions

“You can fly, drive, catch a train or a coach; we will help you get here”

FLYING:

Catch a flight to either Bundaberg or Gladstone then it’s your choice to either hire a car or jump on a Greyhound bus.

DRIVING:

From the South follow the signs to Bundaberg, after passing through the town of Childers on the Bruce Hwy. from which you follow all the signs to Agnes Water/1770… From North you take a left off the Bruce Hwy. at Miriam Vale and follow the signs to Agnes Water/1770.

COACHING:

Greyhound Australia run daily between Bundaberg and Agnes Water/1770.

TRAIN

Train or Tilt train stops at Bundaberg, Gladstone and Miriam Vale. (The Tilt Train is a fast and comfortable way to travel.)