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Cottage in Evelyn

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 284 reviews

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 fully 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 and historical features.

2–9 Dec

£119 per night

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Cottage in Whitsunday

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews

Whitsunday Cane Cutters Cottage

Make your Whitsunday stay that little bit more special - guests rave about their stays in this award-winning heritage cottage on a Land for Wildlife retreat with peace and privacy just minutes from Airlie Beach. Thoughtfully equipped, you'll find everything you need from tons of towels and organic toiletries to a well equipped kitchen plus deck BBQ, TV and movie library, to your calm bedroom with queen size bed. Enjoy dining and relaxing on the breezy veranda overlooking lush tropical gardens.

15–22 Feb

£95 per night

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Cottage in Yungaburra

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews

Park House Yungaburra

Park House is the perfect garden setting by Lake Tinaroo for a quiet getaway for a couple, or a holiday retreat for larger groups. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms + bunk house, Park House suits groups of any size from a couple up to family groups of 19. Please note that the price varies with the number of guests, so please take care to enter the correct number of guests when booking. Exception: Full House pricing applies to Xmas/NY, only enter 2 guests for an accurate quote over this period.

20–27 Jun

£132 per night

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Cottage in Nelly Bay

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews

Island Cottages •

New fully equipped 2 bedroom house only a block away from Nelly Bay beach on tropical Magnetic Island. It can be rented as a 1 bedroom (2nd beroom will be locked if booked for 2 pax) or 2 bedroom house depending on your needs. There is a queen size bed in both bedrooms. Great central location, less than a minute walk to the beach, grocery store, pharmacy, clinic, playground, public BBQ on the beach front and bottle shop. Couple minutes to cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, bakery and bank.

5–12 Sept

£113 per night

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Cottage in Cow Bay

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

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.

20–27 Jan

£91 per night

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Cottage in Tarzali

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Innisfree, a secluded rainforest retreat

Our delightful 3-roomed cottage has everything you need for a weekend break, to a week away. The house can cater for 3 adults comfortably, with one king bed and a single. We can add an extra camp bed upon request ($10 per night). The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom and comfortable beds. Innisfree provides a secluded, private and relaxing getaway. We are a working farm and nature refuge, and may need to come to tend things during your stay. When possible we will let you know.

9–16 Oct

£103 per night

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Cottage in Dimbulah

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

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.

24–31 Aug

£151 per night

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Cottage in Paluma

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

Mt Spec Cottage Paluma

Paluma, an historic, unique village, located in the mountains North of Townsville, is surrounded by World Heritage Listed Tropical Rainforest. Mt Spec Cottage is a charming, cozy 1930s cottage, combining heritage and tasteful renovation. Perfect for couples or small families, find yourself amongst the trees, watching and feeding the birds on the deck. Walk in the rainforest, discover the rich history, marvel at the natural beauty and meet some rainforest locals. You'll love our cottage!

20–27 Mar

£73 per night

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Cottage in Turkey Beach

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

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.

24 Sept – 1 Oct

£84 per night

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Cottage in Emu Park

4.76 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviews

Original Old beach house by the beach - Joyseas

Looking for an old fashioned beach house? JoySeas is it. Located just 150 metres from the high tide mark of Emu Park main beach and a few hundred metres from the playground, pub, shops and Anzac Walk you will be close to everything. It's a basic older, no frills beach house, but it's clean and tidy with a few very rustic features. If it's glitz, glamour or hotel style accommodation you're after then best to keep searching. If simplicity and no fuss is your style, you will love Joyseas.

4–11 Jun

£104 per night

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Cottage in Cannonvale

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

Cute Beach Cottage, Pool, Netflix, WI-FI, Pets

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 water front (3mins), dog parks/beach on and off lead beautiful walking/running/bike riding track that will take you around the waters edge, past marina's and into the heart of Airlie. Located off the main road

8–15 Nov

£141 per night

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Cottage in Peeramon

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 561 reviews

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.

21–28 Feb

£100 per night