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SPIRE - Palm Cove Luxury
SPIRE is a stylish, modern, architectural retreat perfectly positioned in Ocean’s Edge beachside estate, Palm Cove. Immerse yourself in peace and comfort with natural light and cool breezes flooding every room of this property. Take a dip in the crystal-clear mineral pool or unwind in the private alfresco courtyard surrounded by lush manicured gardens. Only a short stroll through the rainforest enveloped boardwalk will reveal the vibrant Palm Cove Beach esplanade right on your doorstep.

Modernistic 2bedroom house close to city, airport.
A modern and fully furnished two-bedroom space with a hall, kitchenette, and a private patio. This section is completely separate from the main house, ensuring full privacy. The property is monitored by security cameras for your safety. Conveniently located, it’s just 150 meters from Piccones Shopping Centre, with a 24-hour McDonald's, Domino’s, and various restaurants nearby, and the airport and city center are just a 7-minute drive.Feel at home and enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free stay!

NO:37: BOUTIQUE QUEENSLANDER : LUXE RESORT POOL
Step into timeless elegance at No. 37, a beautifully restored Queenslander cottage that sleeps 8. Relax by the resort-style pool, unwind on the private deck surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Fully air-conditioned for your comfort, this peaceful retreat offers modern luxury with old-world charm. Located in Cairns’ convenient city-fringe area, you’re just moments from top dining, shopping, the esplanade and local attractions. Perfect for those seeking both tranquility and convenience.

p a l m h o u s e • luxury beachside getaway
Palmhouse offers guests a relaxed coastal abode perfectly located to experience the wonders of the Far North Queensland coast. With calm, natural spaces, families and friends can share their holiday in comfort and relaxed luxury while soaking in the ambience of the tropics. Take a short stroll to the Palm Cove beachfront to soak in sun drenched days and award-winning restaurants and spas. Or enjoy slow mornings relaxing by your heated mineral pool, the experience is yours to choose.

Cute Cairns Cottage
One of the most popular, our lovely home is in a quiet residential street close to the city. You will love the comfortable beds, air-conditioning, modern kitchen, toys, board games and unlimited free wifi. It is a 15 min walk, 2-minute drive, to Cairns' largest shopping centre. We suggest hiring a car due to Cairns' beautiful tropical conditions and the many things to see and do. The house is suited to families, couples, solo travellers, business travellers small pets welcome.

Bombora Lodge - Beautiful Queenslander With Pool
Beautifully restored high set Queenslander with large pool and lush tropical garden just a stone’s throw from exclusive Edge Hill village. This traditional Queenslander is perfect for families, offering everything you need to relax in your own tropical oasis. The quiet, leafy suburb has fabulous eateries, shops, Cairns Botanic Gardens and walking tracks all a short stroll away. Only 10 minutes drive to Cairns CBD and airport. Your perfect base to explore Far North Queensland.

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.

5 Star Luxury Home with Stunning Pool ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Resort living at it's finest in this fully air conditioned large private home with stunning views of the Coral Sea, wonderful large spaces and an absolutely stunning pool. Make the most of your holiday period. This property allows checkin as early as 8am on your day of arrival. Checkout time is 11am but in most cases it can be extended at no cost to 6pm. Please message host should you wish to confirm availability of late check out prior to booking.

Ellie’s House - Cairns
Ellie's House is a low-set, tropical “Queenslander-style” cottage located in the quiet, relaxed, village suburb of Stratford just 10 mins drive from both the Cairns Airport and the Cairns city centre. Your bright, colourful “home away from home” provides the perfect base to explore Cairns and all that this beautiful area has to offer. Ellie's House is fully airconditioned and is ideal for 1 or 2 couples.

Kev's Classic Queenslander / Cairns Central
Classic Queenslander with inner city character. Fully furnished with 2 queens and 2 Single beds. 100m walk from Cairns Central Train station. Walking distance to city, harbour, restaurants and shops. Fully equipped kitchen. Tropical garden containing cactus and succulents.Kevin lives downstairs in a seperate unit. Laundry is downstairs and shared with Kevin but is available and accessible at all times

Cairns Central Walking Distance Downstairs
500meters from main shopping centre. Relaxing atmosphere with salt water swimming pool. Private BBQ area. Complementary mini bar provided. No alcohol. Suitable for business travellers, families (with kids), and small groups. 2nd bathroom and laundry just outside back door not shared with other guests
Popular amenities for Cairns house rentals
House rentals with a pool

The Elysian at Argentea—Beachside Stay with Pool

Kewarra Beach House

Villa O’Shea

Breathtaking views of the ocean and Cairns City

"Namaste" - Private pool oasis in Palm Cove

Rainforest Retreat | Pool W/ Stunning Views

The Beach House

Edge Hill Apartment under Queenslander w Pool
Weekly house rentals

Tropical Oasis Palm Cove

@CoconutCove_Trinity

"Windchimes"

Pole home in paradise @ Kuranda

Reinwood Retreat – 3‑BR with rainforest views

Mimpi Tropics Retreat, Holloways Beach

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Private house rentals

Clean & Green Edge Hill, 7 Mins to airport & CBD

3 Bedroom KJ Cottage- Close to CBD

Coconut Blue - Own Private Pool | Beach Easy Walk

Pool, easy walk to restaurants & Botanical Gardens

Poinciana Cottage - Charming and Homely

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Tevas Retreat

Cottage on the Esplanade
When is the best time to visit Cairns?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | $290 NZD | $243 NZD | $239 NZD | $287 NZD | $250 NZD | $295 NZD | $369 NZD | $299 NZD | $290 NZD | $262 NZD | $256 NZD | $355 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 26°C | 24°C | 23°C | 22°C | 22°C | 24°C | 25°C | 27°C | 28°C |
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Explore 720 holiday rentals in Cairns

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Cairns holiday rentals start at $17 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
450 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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430 properties feature pools

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300 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
690 of Cairns holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Cairns rentals

4.8 Average rating
Cairns stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Cairns's top spots, include Cairns Aquarium, Cairns Botanic Gardens, and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
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