#1 Recommended Anchorage
Santa Barbara
From Coomera Base
15 mins
🌙 Overnight Recommended 👨👩👧 Family Friendly 🤫 Quiet & Secluded
Protected anchorage suitable for most strong wind conditions. A popular first-night spot just 15 minutes from base.
About Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is one of our most recommended anchorages, offering excellent protection from most strong wind conditions. Located just 15 minutes from our Coomera base, it's the perfect spot for your first night on the water. The calm waters make it ideal for families with children who are new to houseboating.
Activities
Relaxing, swimming, fishing from the deck, sunset watching
💡 Insider Tips
From 34 years of local knowledge:
This is a favourite first-night spot for many of our guests. The short travel time means you can take your time with the briefing and still arrive with plenty of daylight to settle in.
🌬️ Wind Conditions
Protected from:
SE, E, NE, N, NW, W winds
Protected from most strong winds - excellent all-round shelter
🏢 Facilities
- No facilities - natural anchorage
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