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Bathing Bear: King bed, ensuite, pool, breakfast, friendly gay hosts
Bathing Bear: King bed, ensuite, pool, breakfast, friendly gay hosts
Martin & Damian
Response rate: 93% • Response time: < 12h
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Bathing Bear: King bed, ensuite, pool, breakfast, friendly gay hosts

Brisbane, AustraliaMap
Exceptional5.0(2)Booked 8 times
Private room
5 guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
2 beds
Clothing optional acceptedHappy to share local tipsGym nearby or in the propertyInstant bookingWi-FiBreakfast includedPoolParking

The Reveal

CozyInsta-WorthyRelaxing

Relax by the pool or shared lounge on the ground floor. Enjoy private moments in your newly renovated upstairs king-bed room with balcony, ensuite powder room, toilet and shower! Join us for a beautiful Continental breakfast, (allergy aware) and enjoy good local eateries or takeaways. Walk and swim at Margate Beach. Sunday morning Redcliffe Market, day trips to Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Bribie Island and Australia Zoo. Train or 40 minutes drive to Fortitude Valley LGBTQ+ area, Southbank Arts Precinct and Brisbane City Centre. This is an adult-only retreat with clear respect for every shape and each person here. Māti and Damo ran Gay Auckland Bed and Breakfast for many years and thoroughly enjoyed our guests. Now we're sharing our fabulous new home in the Brisbane subtropical climate which encourages pool-side life! A welcoming and friendly place for first time gay-hosted bed and breakfast guests. Guest fridge, microwave, plates, tea and pod coffee. If you would like a kitchen, ask if an upgrade to our studio apartment is available. If it works for you, we are happy for the King Bed to sleep a third person for an additional $25 per night including breakfast. We offer vehicle storage while you are away flyingfrom Brisbane Airport (within limits). Just chat to us with any other questions or ideas!

How the beds work

Bedroom #11 King Size Bed
Bedroom #21 Queen Bed

Little Luxuries

Clothing optional accepted
Happy to share local tips
Gym nearby or in the property
Wi-Fi
Breakfast included
Pool
Parking
Heating
Dishwasher
The Classics
Wi-Fi
Pool
Breakfast included
Terrace
Garden
Essentials
Dishwasher
Heating
Parking
Sound system
LGBTQ+ Favorites
Happy to share local tips
Adult Only
Gym nearby or in the property
Yoga classes nearby
Welcome
Smoking allowed
Pet owner
Clothing optional accepted
My location
Near beach
Near cultural venues
Fire protection
Smoke alarm
Fire extinguisher

Meet Your Proud Host

Martin & Damian5.0(21 reviews)
E-mail verifiedPhone verifiedID verified
Member sinceJuly 2017
Response rate93%
Response time< 12h
I Marti, and my partner Damo, host our B and B in a stunning beach suburb of Brisbane, in subtropical Queensland, Australia: close to the international airport, motorway (freeway) to the city centre, beaches, islands and forests. Our 'Bathing Bear Hosted Accommodation' is within the beautiful Kabi Kabi country. We are kiwis (Maori and Pakeha New Zealanders) who just love being with diverse people, enjoy learning how we live in our places and discussing what is going on in the world. In addition, he's a chef and I've worked in queer health promotion. I lived a decade in Europe loving culture, food, wines, visual or performance arts, architecture and especially gardens. He is a country boy loving classic cars, food, and breeding stud cows! When we travel we appreciate getting to know local folk who can tell us where to connect with the LGBTQ+ community as well as seeing the sights, and sourcing real food, so we offer those local connections to our guests. Come and be a part of our household for a bit; socialise or enjoy the private spaces our property offers. We have a small friendly dog who lives outside (not a hardship as we do most of time too!) He doesn't wear clothes when sunbathing and nor do we usually. Please talk with us about what you are comfortable with as far as a clothed/clothes-optional/nudist vibe goes, as we are pretty relaxed. We are all about making your break work for you. However, the earlier you book, the more likely the place will be clothes-optional if that's your preference. Nga mihi, Māti
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Where It's All Happening

Brisbane, AustraliaExact location disclosed after booking only.
LGBTQ+ Safety Score: Brisbane
5out of 5Very safeRated by 2 local misterb&b members

Nearby Attractions

You might find you just want to relax naked in the pool, but there is plenty to do from our Northern Brisbane location! We are close to the motorway North to Bribie Island, Australia Zoo, hinterland villages and the Sunshine Coast. South to the Gold Coast and Tamborine Mountain. Have a coffee or meal at Redcliffe's shopping street overlooking Moreton Bay and catch the fabulous market on Sunday.

House Rules & Conditions

Check-infrom 3pm to 9pm
Checkoutto 10am
Host recommendations

Quiet hours 11pm to 7am All guests to show current ID Let us know your comfort level with clothed/clothes-optional/nude environment. If you book first, subsequent guests will be informed of this. Our small dog stays outside; please pat and brush him for affection but don't ever feed him or get him in the pool or let him out. We will offer you a breakfast at an agreed time, with tea or coffee or hot chocolate. Please let us know dietary requirements when you confirm your booking. In accordance with health law we do not provide a kitchen for guests but can refrigerate drinks and give you tea and coffee as needed. The house is shared with the hosts and other guests; part of our friendliness and respect is keeping noise to a minimum after 11pm.

StatusPrivate

Private

Extra per guest$14 per night after 1 guest(s)

$14 per night after 1 guest(s)

Minimum stay (nights)1 night

1 night

DepositNot required by the Host

Not required by the Host

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ReviewsExceptional5(2)

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Cleanliness5.0
Location4.0
Accurate description5.0
Check-in5.0
Value for money5.0

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CalebStayed in December 2024
Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2025

Martin and Damian were fantastic hosts. Considerate and friendly. The place has two rooms each with their own bathroom, and the one I booked was spacious, with everything I needed. The pool was excellent and the clothing optional policy was relaxed and respectful. Public transport nearby to get into the city -- takes a little time, but still very accessible (and only 50c fares which is amazing). Was lovely to stay in a place with such a chill, community vibe.

SimonStayed in May 2024
Reviewed on June 03, 2024

A very warm welcome from the hosts. Who were friendly and helpful throughout the stay. The pool is lovely. The rooms are nicely renovated. The breakfast is great.

Response from Martin & Damian
June 10, 2024

Thanks Simon, it was lovely to share some more time together and give you some relaxing hours. We find the location is a lovely easy trip from Aotearoa when some sun is needed, so see you again!

Exceptional5.0(2)