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Absolute Beachfront House @palmtreesforever_aus
Palm. Trees. Forever. One of few absolute beachfront locations in Cairns, this original San Remo beach shack is the stuff of dreams. Lovingly curated to capture the simple beauty of Far North Queensland, every second in this home will make you believe in magic. Let the gentle sound of the ocean kissing the beach just meters from the deck rock you to sleep. Everything has been thought of to allow vitamin Sea to slow everything down so you can enjoy precious time with your family and friends.

Lakeside Escape - Waterfrontage at Tinaburra
Location! Location! Location! This quirky but cute 1970's 4 bdrm, fully a/c'd home, boasts ABSOLUTE water frontage of Lake Tinaroo, making it perfect for all water activities. Water ski, jet ski, canoe, kayak, paddle board or fish directly from the back yard. If bird watching is more your style, sit back and enjoy the array of wildlife the property attracts or do you just need a little less stress in your life, then the tranquility of Lakeside Escape is the place for you to relax and unwind.

Jum Rum Place, Kuranda QLD
Kuranda, home to the Indigenous Djabugay people is tucked away within an ancient Rainforest. Jum Rum Place is located only 1.6km from the Kuranda village, North Queensland backing onto Jum Rum Creek Conservation Park where there are numerous species of birds, Striped possums, Suger Gliders, Pademelons with abundance of butterflies including the Ulysses and Cairns Bird Wing. The beautiful Jum Rum Creek Walking Track is close by which takes you into the Kuranda Village, only a 15 minute walk.

Chalet Style Cottage with private pool.
Looking for something a little bit different? Do you want a rustic, peaceful get away with plenty of space to relax and a private sparkling inground pool to enjoy. Our A frame holiday chalet is an older cabin style property in the heart of Yungaburra village, it provides tranquillity and also boasts a log fire. This unusual and unique home is close to all the joys the Tablelands and the rainforest has to offer. The local restaurants art gallery and coffee bars are all just a short walk away.

Melrose House
Melrose House is our rustic Queenslander holiday home that gives lake glimpses & breezes. It is well equiped with 2 x kitchens & bathrooms, games room with pool table, air hockey, ping pong table, extensive verandas, fire pit, a cosy upstairs auto fireplace, kayaks, 2x bikes and plenty of parking space. It’s only a short walk to all the lake has to offer: extensive lakeside paths, parklands, playground, fishing, water-sports, boat ramp and dam wall. Discounts for 7+ nights. No pets Max 8ppl

Lakeside Loft
The Lakeside Loft is the ultimate relaxing getaway. It is a luxury pole home, nestled in the tree tops. It boasts three levels all with breath taking panoramic views of the Lake. The back yard has direct access to the lake for water sports for most of the year. We have a canoe and kayak for guest use. The closest boat ramp is located at Tinaburra which is only a couple of mins away. Yungaburra village is also a couple of mins drive and it is 15 min to Atherton and just over 1hr to Cairns.

LakeSide Tinaroo only 2.5km from Yungaburra town
Experience lakeside living at its best! This stunning home sits directly on Lake Tinaroo, offering a private pontoon, stand-up paddleboards, canoes, and breathtaking views. Comfortably accommodating up to 10 guests, it features spacious living areas, a cosy fireplace, a bar, a large deck, and a BBQ area. Fully air-conditioned with child-friendly amenities, it’s the perfect getaway. Just five minutes from Yungaburra, enjoy easy access to shops, restaurants, and scenic attractions.

Edel’s Hilltop Retreat – Valley Views
A vibrant 3 bedroom cottage home featuring stunning country valley views from all living zones and master bedroom. Showcasing a wood burning fireplace to keep you warm during winter nights. Offering a large entertaining deck and outdoor claw foot bathtub and shower. Perched high on a hill only 1 minute to Millaa Millaa town, and 4 minutes to Millaa Millaa waterfall, this 3 bedroom cottage home is conveniently located close to all the tourist attractions the area has to offer.

Kulara Views Lake House
This home offers seclusion and privacy and is separated into two wings joined by the spacious deck which captures the waterside breezes and is the full length of the house. The layout of the house makes it ideal for a romantic get away or a group holiday. One wing consists of the main living area, kitchen and master bedroom with walk through robe and bathroom. The second has two spacious bedrooms, en-suite bathroom and separate toilet and a smaller bedroom with 1 queen bed.

Bamboo Villa- Edge Hill Cairns Luxe Pet Friendly
Bamboo Villa is a private, air-conditioned, pet-friendly retreat in the heart of Edge Hill, Cairns’ premier suburb, ideal for professionals, couples or small families seeking walkable pet friendly cafés and leafy streets. Across the road from the Botanical Gardens, walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores. 5 minutes from the airport and the city Centre. Our place has every convenience you need. Featuring a fenced front area and secure backyard

Tropical Resort Oasis - 4 Bedrooms, Cairns
Beautiful tropical oasis in exclusive Parkridge Estate, Brinsmead Cairns. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, surrounded by lush rainforest with a mountain backdrop, this well appointed house is located next to a community tennis court, small playground and rainforest walking tracks. Close to Botanical Gardens, the trendy Edgehill cafe & restaurant precinct and The Tanks Arts Centre, 10 minutes drive to Cairns CBD and the airport. Easy access to shops and buses.

Beautiful Cairns home with pool and view
My 3 bed room home is in a safe , quiet cul-de-sac in the leafy green suburb of Freshwater. My home provides for three double beds in seperate bedrooms and a rollaway single trundle bed for a 7th guest., The allotment is large and private, and tropically landscaped. There are caretakers living on site in a completely separate apartment, accessed from the lower yard. They are very discrete but can be called upon in an emergency if the need arrises.
Popular amenities for Atherton house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Villa 31 - Balinese Style Home With Heated Pool

The Planchonella House - Eco Stay de Luxe

Tropical Oasis

MountainVues with Pool - upper house

Luxury ocean property “ La Flotte” in North Qld

Breathtaking views of the ocean and Cairns City

Cairns Central Walking Distance Upstairs

NO:37: BOUTIQUE QUEENSLANDER : LUXE RESORT POOL
Weekly house rentals

"Windchimes"

'Feathers at Frogmore' - Atherton Tablelands

MainRidge on Lake Tinaroo

Pole home in paradise @ Kuranda

Home in the tropics

Rainforest Treehouse Sanctuary - with ocean views

The Point

Charming. Historic. Sustainable.
Private house rentals

The Lite House for luxe living

Absolute Beach front with views 2/46 Marine Parade

The Beach House

Villa O’Shea

Tropical Retreat in Aeroglen

Little Lakeside

Edge Hill Apartment under Queenslander w Pool

The Jungle House - Bingil Bay
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Atherton holiday rentals start at $85 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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10 of Atherton holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.7 Average rating
Atherton stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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