For anyone looking for the pefect vacation or a place to live, Hope Island takes a lot of beating. Close enough to the Gold Coast mainland to commute to work or if you fancy some big city life for a weekend, knowing that you will be returning to the tranquillity of the island later.
It is a safe and wonderfully clean island and the local inhabitants are very friendly and will make you and your family welcome. In some ways it is a little bit like stepping back in time as you see children playing basketball in the quiet streets, fishing along the river bank and people strolling along with their dogs. Yet make no mistake; Hope Island with its varied communities ranging from singles to families and the retired, is perfect for everyone.
There are some incredible golf courses, beautifully set amidst palm trees and manicured gardens. The marina is first class and is considered to one of the finest on the Gold Coast. The facilities there include excellent shopping and wonderful restaurants where you can dine al fresco, looking over the beautiful yachts that tie up there. Just a short walk from the marina is Sanctuary Cove, which not only offers excellent dining, but also boutiques, a movie theatre, beauty salons and hairdressers.
It is no wonder that many people who visit Hope Island decide to stay, as the lifestyle is second to none. Housing is available at all levels, with prices from around $200,000 for a one bed apartment or building plot to 2.5 million for that dream home; there is something for everyone. With easy access to the M1, taking you wherever you want to go for nightlife, surf or work - together with the wonderful climate - it will be sure to steal your heart.