1770 Distillery was established as a Boutique Distillery to utilise the locally grown fruits of the area and to provide a unique experience for both locals and tourists. It was John’s dream to have a distillery and that is what led both John & Debra to the beautiful seaside Town of 1770 / Agnes Water in Queensland. The dream materialized Read more…

Tennis Anyone! If you are in Agnes Water/Town of 1770 and would like to play tennis, please contact us. There are a number of tennis enthusiasts and a game can be arranged. HITFIT or Social Doubles During the week, there are several timeslots where you can join a group for HITFIT or social doubles. Perhaps you are chasing a private Read more…

We have a nice green with a woven carpet that’s perfect for bowling. Don’t worry about the heat, because you’re protected by our retractable shade cover which offers 80% UV protection. You may get a nice tan from the sun, but you won’t get sunburned with that kind of cover!   TUESDAYS AND SATURDAYS On these days, we hold our Read more…

“The small museum with enormous interest” – one and a half to two hours is the average time visitors stay and many could have stayed longer to take in more information. We celebrate the landing here by Lt James Cook with copies of journals, logs, charts, a model of HM Bark Endeavour, and much more. Other popular displays include; Indigenous Read more…

The Red Rock Walking Trail is located South of Agnes Water An intermediate amount of fitness is required as the track consists of steep inclines, boardwalks, sand and stepping stones. From Agnes Water follow Springs Road for approximately 2.5kms until you see a sign on your right “Reedy Creek Reserve”, turn left, directly opposite onto a gravel track for 800 Read more…

 Stunning views and natural bush The walking trail will take approximately 30 minutes as a round trip. Travel to the Museum on Springs Road in Agnes Water. The car park is immediately behind the Museum, here you will find the entrance to the Discovery Trail which has a large map on the sign to view. Alternatively, it is a short Read more…

The anchor of the sailing ship “Countess Russell”, which went aground on the sandy beach south of Agnes Water in 1873, can be seen in the 1770 headland carpark. The popular “Wreck Rock” beach in Deepwater National Park has its name from this incident. History The Countess Russell departed London on 27th February 1873, carrying 348 migrants. By the time it Read more…

Bush walk along the creek Visitors to Seventeen Seventy can enjoy a bush walking experience, with a 1.2km walking track in Joseph Banks Conservation Park. This track is also known as the ‘butterfly walk’. It will take approximately 15-25 minutes and requires a moderate level of fitness. Starting at the Captain Cook Monument point, walkers can take in the natural Read more…

The 1770 Golf Course is set on 68 acres and surrounded by natural bushland and wildlife. Experience a unique relaxed atmosphere close to the pristine beaches of Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy on the Discovery Coast. 1770 is the closest access point to Lady Musgrave Island on the Southern Great Barrier Reef. 9 Hole – Par 34 Driving range Fully irrigated fairways Read more…

Kayak tours & hire in 1770 1770 Liquid Adventures offer guided kayak tours and kayak hire in the picturesque Town of 1770, the birthplace of Queensland. We offer a range of fully guided fantastic tours to suit everyone. Join us on our popular SUNSET TOUR around the spectacular 1770 headland and conservation reserve. Try your skills at kayak surfing, get up Read more…