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EDGE HILL - Village Central
NEWLY Renovated this Spacious High Ceiling Room has a NEW En-suite Bathroom and Breakfast Bar Kitchenette – designed (eventually) to be a completely separate part of the house with its own entrance, deck etc - ideal for you to relax & do your own thing – or for the more Social to join us downstairs. The KING Bed Purchased NEW - Hilton hotel supply – is luxuriously comfortable. Every Basic “Self Contained” BnB amenity covered – for something SPECIAL in your Fridge – please discuss as the Friendly Grocer / Bottle shop are 2 minutes away on the corner. Tropically surrounded EDGE HILL VILLAGE “where the Locals meet” is Cairns’ Only & Oldest, most Sought after and relaxed leafy green Local Village atmosphere (on the Edge of the Hill to catch the warm evening sea breezes) 10 Minutes from the CBD (Airport) and General Tourist Route – surrounded by some of Cairns’ BEST Café’s, Restaurants, Fashion, Shops and More all 2 minutes walk to the Corner ensures you enjoy the area. 5 Minutes walk to the Botanic Gardens, Mount Whitfield Conversation Park and Tanks Arts Centre (local monthly markets) Edge Hill Village is extremely Walk and Bike Friendly with some awesome Rainforest walks to Look outs - as well as New Bike Tracks Network take you all the way into Town Via the Esplanade. Possible Bonus’s / EXTRAS Lots of LOCAL Information (17/20yrs, CRTA) Luggage Storage Pick up / Drop Off Airport / Town / Rental car Bicycle We look forward - hearing from you

Beach House Hideaway, POOL FRONT, walk to beach!
Retreat to a little piece of paradise, with a large pool at your doorstep, and the beach a quick stroll away. Close to Palm Cove and 30 min drive to the city. In our tropical garden, the beach themed guest house has all the comforts of home. Spacious, air conditioned, with kitchen, bbq, and pool side furniture. Free wifi + Netflix. Our house is across the garden. So at hand for local tips or anything you may need. Come and stay, we’d love to share our little piece of paradise with you!

Tropical surrounds Airport close by
Stay in Cairns Premier suburb Edge Hill. Passing the Botanical Gardens & foodies hub in village, you arrive at your suite which is part of our home. Walk to cafes, restaurants, shops, Bus stop, grocery store, Botanical Gardens & walking trails. Easy access to highway north, city 10 min drive. Supermarket, chemist, doctor 3 min drive. For travelling couples, work trips, individuals wanting a relaxing space. No Kids. 2 private suites downstairs, we live upstairs. Read Other Things to Note please.

The Bunker - peaceful retreat in premier suburb.
The Bunker is a newly renovated self contained garden studio apartment in beautiful Edge Hill Cairns. It is suitable for Couples, Solo Travellers or Business People. Public transport is a 2 min walk to the end of street if you do not have your own transport. Off street parking is available to you also. We offer you a Queen Bed, Air Conditioning, Fan, Kitchenette, table/chairs, Bathroom, Toilet, TV and free WiFi. All linen is supplied. You also have access to Swimming Pool, Deck Chairs and B.B.Q

The Green Place, Tropical 2 bedroom apt +4 Pools.
Welcome to The Green Place, a spacious 2-bedroom apartment in tropical Far North Queensland. Inspired by jungle surroundings, our unique and luxurious holiday apartment transports you to the tropics. *Free WiFi & Parking *Flexible Bedding *Fully Stocked: Essentials, extra towels, laundry supplies *Workout space w/ pedestal bike Located in the Lakes Resort, with access to 4 pools and treetop views from the third floor (stairs only). Plus we're only 10 minutes from Cairns CBD and the airport.

Botanic Retreat two streets from Cairns Esplanade
Welcome to Lily Pad Inn, a beautifully furnished tropical holiday hideaway near the top end of Cairns City Esplanade. This secluded property is set amongst your own botanic garden, with fish ponds, turtles & wildlife abound. The master bedroom, bathroom & private courtyard are completely your own & accompanied by a fully secure iron gate entrance from the street. The king sized four poster bed, with ample room to work, rest & play, will give you the best introduction to Cairns tropical living.

Studio unit in Edge Hill
This studio unit is only a short stroll to Edge Hill's cafes & restaurants, Botanical Gardens and Mt Whitfield walking tracks. It is also only a 5 min drive to the Cairns Airport and a 8 min drive to the Cairns CBD and Esplanade. This unit provides the perfect space for either one or two people and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. * Kitchen is fully equipped and has an oven, microwave and fridge * Bathroom has a shower, toilet and washing machine * Linen & Towels are provided

Rainforest Haven-SelfContained,Private Entrance
15 mins drive from town. Gorgeous Haven -rainforest surrounds - like living in your own resort! Private Entrance,Self Contained,Kitchen,lge bedroom, gorgeous ensuite,large courtyard, table chairs, Aircon. Microwave cutlery crockery tea coffee milk, toaster, portable cooktop, Airfryer BBQ. NETFLIX. Own Ensuite bathroom. Rest of place is shared- ie laundry, pool, backyard- use at your leisure. Lil & Rob live here +Ziggi our small non-malting clean humanoid pooch! Tap water great 4 drinking

Waterfront 3BD Condo - 5 min from Airport
Welcome to your dream escape, an exclusive three-bedroom Waterfront Condo perfectly perched on the northern end of the iconic Cairns Esplanade. From the moment you arrive, you will be captivated by the water views across the stunning Trinity Inlet waterway, while the serene backdrop of lush mountain ranges creates a truly unforgettable setting. Ideal for couples, families, small groups, business travelers or a romantic getaway seeking a luxury coastal experience in the heart of Cairns.

Comfy studio guesthouse, pool, Smithfield Cairns.
This self-contained, open-plan, stand-alone executive Studio Suite Guesthouse is stylishly decorated with quality comforts. Plunge pool with views. Great location at Smithfield Heights north of Cairns city. Wake up to the sound of birds. Easy travel access to Beaches, Port Douglas, Daintree, Kuranda, Atherton, and Mareeba Highlands. Walk to University and shops. Stay Includes - Welcome snack provisions. Quality Hospitality "Essentials" provided, plus additional Consumables.

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.

New self contained private unit with amazing view
A private and self contained guest unit, detached from to the main house with It’s own private entrance. It also has a private undercover area directly under the guest unit. Quite secluded location with elevated 180 degree views. Caravonica is a central location to a number of attractions around the Cairns area. You can walk to Lake Placid or Skyrail and only a short drive to Kuranda Rail at Freshwater. You can drive to Kuranda or Cairns City in twenty minutes.
Popular amenities for Cairns family-friendly rentals
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Lake Street Retreat

(C1) SLEEPS UP TO THREE - PET FRIENDLY - FREE WIFI

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Trinity Beach Oasis

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When is the best time to visit Cairns?
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| 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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4.8 Average rating
Cairns stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

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