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Absolute Beach Front Surf Shack
Unique beachfront shack nestled in the quiet streets of Holloways Beach. Just 10mins from the Airport and 15mins from the CBD, this is one of few absolute beachfront locations in Cairns offering a place to escape. The cosy open living accom has sea views from the deck and front rooms. With direct beach access, all you have to do is step off the deck. Here you can enjoy a cuppa or quiet beverages looking out over the sea. Experience falling asleep listening to the waves gently lapping the shore.

Private Port Douglas Cottage • Nature Retreat
The tastefully renovated "Trezise Cottage" is perfectly located in the picturesque Mowbray Valley apx 8 mins drive into the heart of Port Douglas and apx 50 mins north of Cairns Airport. Explore the magnificent Great Barrier Reef and the enchanting Daintree Rainforest right on your doorstep as well as discovering the beauty of temperate table lands, historic walking trails within the National parks, freshwater creeks or relax on tropical beaches while uncovering hidden gems off the beaten track

Newland Cottage in the quiet hub of Yungaburra
Newly built cottage for relaxing and looking at the view. Close to amenities and the Township of Yungaburra. Walk to the shop to buy the paper and a coffee and relax in the outdoor patio. The position of this cottage provides an easy base to travel the tablelands and come home to relax, or walk to the Restaurant, have a meal and drinks and wander home at your leisure. The quiet area is a bonus for uplifting your energy with walks to the quiet parks and shops for a truely re-energising holiday.

Moo Creek
Moo Creek is a fully equipped holiday home in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest. It is within walking distance to Cow Bay Beach and only a short drive to restaurants, boardwalks and other sights of the Daintree. With one king bed, double sofa bed and single bed, Moo Creek is suitable both for couples and families seeking to get away from it all and relax. With a large open living area and covered decking overlooking a private creek and surrounded by rainforest it is a truly tranquil space.

Black Swan Farm - Walsh River - Dimbulah
Beautiful spacious farm house on the Walsh river just 95km from Cairns. Perfect for a group or family getaway wanting complete privacy. Cook your pizza in an authentic pizza oven or canoe on the river. Black Swan farm is the perfect spot to unwind with a bottle of wine and a fire next to the river. The bird-life on the river is absolutely stunning and if you are a keen fisherman, make use of the handlines and catch a black bream. Pets are welcome to enjoy the property too. Great family spot.

The Hut Turkey Beach
The Hut at Turkey Beach is the perfect escape for fishing, crabbing and relaxing. What it lacks in size it makes up for in location, being only 20metres from the boat ramp, 50metres to the park and with 280degrees of uninterrupted water views. This water front location covers everyone, whether it be the fisherman, the lady wanting to read while enjoy a glass of wine on the deck or the kids who want to ride their bikes and play in the park. More photos can be seen on Instagram @turkeybeach.

Wompoo Cottage close to Lake Eacham
The cottage is on a ten acre property surrounded by nature in every direction. The cottage is spacious with unique features like an outdoor bath and a lovely rainforest driveway. Rare and endemic species of rainforest and fruit trees. Wildlife and birds live and visit the property . Tree kangaroos nearby. The Crater Lakes National Park and several towns are only a 10 min drive. Secluded and magical in it's nature , Wompoo is the place to stay and take in natures ever changing ambience.

Agnes Water Views - Luxe stay, stunning views
Welcome to Agnes Water Views. Sitting on one of the highest points in Agnes Water, enjoy BOTH sunrise and sunset from Agnes to 1770 & Bustard Heads from the 13m long verandah. Open to guests for the first time September 2021, our lovingly restored cottage has been finished with your comfort in mind. Enjoy the quiet bush block with native animals aplenty. While private and peaceful, you are only 1km to the main beach, and 3 minutes to shops, cafes & restaurants at the bottom of the hill.

Idriess Cottage
A self contained, one bedroom cottage with all amenities on the edge of Herberton on the Atherton Tablelands. The cottage has a verandah with bush views and BBQ. Part of a secure 1 hectare (2 acres) estate, the cottage is 200m from the main historic homestead. There is plenty to do here, including museums, bush walking and pack donkey treks, day trips to some real outback towns and other attractions, all only 1.5 hours' drive from Cairns International Airport. Breakfast supplies included.

Usnea, A Nature, Art and Accommodation Space
Usnea, our Nature, Art and Accommodation Space, is situated on the Evelyn Tablelands, Tropical North Qld. Here a discrete self-contained one bedroom cottage in upland rainforest is surrounded by natural and established gardens, and at 1,160m provides a cool summer and cosy winter retreat. Uniquely the cottage integrates art within and outside. Contemplation, inspiration, privacy and comfort, are all to be experienced, along with exploring our forest and local environmental features.

Cute Beach Cottage, Pool, Pets, WI-FI, Netflix
Cute Beach Cottage is situated in beautiful Tropical Gardens a little Oasis just waiting for you to relax, family friendly with a pool to enjoy those hot days, Netflix, Unlimited Internet. Fenced so your children or fur babies are safe to roam, only a short stroll to the waterfront (3mins), dog parks/beach on and off lead beautiful walking/running/bike riding track that will take you around the water's edge, past marina's and into the heart of Airlie. Located off the main road

Hemingway's on the Hill, beautiful country views.
Hemingway’s on the Hill is a rustic private indulgence. Set high on the hill, bearing witness to the best of rural life. Cows graze paddocks, and flocks of birds fly overhead. Life is everywhere. Curated by Interior Designer Fifi. She wrote a story for the life to be lived in the space. Like the great man himself, thoughtful yet spare enough with surprises of artful collection. Escape to the country for a few days and write your own love story.
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