Seventeen Seventy

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Seventeen Seventy
Awe-inspiring views can be seen in every direction from this resort town on the shores of the Coral Sea, named for the year that Captain James Cook made landfall.

Experience the rich natural beauty of Seventeen Seventy, a gorgeous seaside village perched on the edge of a peninsula jutting into the Coral Sea. Pristine wilderness reserves and a rugged stretch of coastline make this town a scenic spot to stay for a relaxing retreat. Seventeen Seventy is also an easy stepping stone for adventures in the Great Barrier Reef and Capricorn Coast islands.

Seventeen Seventy has a collection of beautifully sheltered beaches, which stretch along the western flank of the peninsula. Laze on the golden sands or teach the kids to swim in the protected waters of Bustard Bay. Between November and January, you might see turtles clambering up the sandy shore to lay their eggs.

Learn about Australia’s early European settlement when you explore Seventeen Seventy’s collection of historical markers. Check out the Captain Cook Memorial, which commemorates the English explorer’s second landing in Australia.

Continue north to find the rugged bluffs of Round Hill Head and spot the anchor from a shipwreck in the waters. This headland is a pretty spot to watch a sunrise or a sunset. It is one of the only places in eastern Australia where you can see the sun sinking into an ocean horizon.

If you’re ready for a Capricorn Coast adventure, stop by the Seventeen Seventy Marina. From here, you can join reef-fishing charters, canoe trips, sightseeing cruises and scuba-diving tours. Discover the nearby Great Barrier Reef, Lady Musgrave Island, Fitzroy Reef, Pancake Creek or the heritage Bustard Heads Lighthouse.

Four national parks and the Joseph Banks Environmental Park are located near the town and are perfect for daytrips or hiking adventures. For more information about what’s on during your visit, head to the Discovery Centre in the neighboring village of Agnes Water.

Seventeen Seventy is 311 miles (501 kilometers) north of Brisbane. Fly into Gladstone Airport and drive to the village via Miriam Vale. The town has two campgrounds and caravan parks, as well as a selection of vacation cottages and inns. Experience the relaxed pace of the Capricorn Coast in Seventeen Seventy.

Captain Cook Holiday Village
Captain Cook Holiday Village
3.5 out of 5
384 Captain Cook Drive, Seventeen Seventy, QLD
The price is HK$689 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
HK$689
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cabin in Seventeen Seventy. Enjoy free parking, a children's pool, and a garden. Popular attractions Joseph Banks Conservation Park ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (349 reviews)
"Everything was great. Easy check in , clean room nice new whisper quiet airconditioner. For a change no complaints from me."

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2024

Captain Cook Holiday Village
1770 Sovereign Lodge Resort
1770 Sovereign Lodge Resort
4 out of 5
1 Elliot Street, Seventeen Seventy, QLD
The price is HK$1,129 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
HK$1,129
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Seventeen Seventy. Enjoy free parking, a terrace, and a garden. Popular attractions 1770 Marina and Joseph Banks Conservation ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (86 reviews)
"Odd place. We enjoyed it"

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2024

1770 Sovereign Lodge Resort
1770 Beach Shacks
1770 Beach Shacks
4 out of 5
578 Captain Cook Drive, Seventeen Seventy, QLD
The price is HK$1,391 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
HK$1,391
per night
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Seventeen Seventy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions 1770 Marina and Joseph Banks Conservation ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
"Stayed one night on a family trip. Have a great view. Nice and clean. Host was very nice. Very rustic in a good way."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

1770 Beach Shacks
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Captain Cook Holiday Village
Captain Cook Holiday Village
3.5 out of 5
384 Captain Cook Drive, Seventeen Seventy, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cabin in Seventeen Seventy. Enjoy free parking, a children's pool, and a garden. Popular attractions Joseph Banks Conservation Park ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (349 reviews)
"Everything was great. Easy check in , clean room nice new whisper quiet airconditioner. For a change no complaints from me."

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2024

Captain Cook Holiday Village
1770 Beach Shacks
1770 Beach Shacks
4 out of 5
578 Captain Cook Drive, Seventeen Seventy, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Seventeen Seventy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions 1770 Marina and Joseph Banks Conservation ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
"Stayed one night on a family trip. Have a great view. Nice and clean. Host was very nice. Very rustic in a good way."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

1770 Beach Shacks
1770 Tree House Rustic Holiday Home
1770 Tree House Rustic Holiday Home
Seventeen Seventy
Stay at this vacation home in Seventeen Seventy. Enjoy onsite parking, a garden, and an in-room DVD player. Popular attractions 1770 Marina and Joseph Banks ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (24 reviews)
1770 TreeHouse
"Was as advertised and basic but comfortable. Be hugely improved by fly screens as insects can be annoying at night. We had a great time though and are booking again."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2023

1770 Tree House Rustic Holiday Home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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