Big Tropical Family Friendly large home (+Aircon & WiFi) – Home 9020853 House
- 4 bedrooms
- 10 sleeps
- 2 nights min stay
Big Tropical Family Friendly large home (+Aircon & WiFi) – Home 9020853
- House
- 4 bedrooms
- sleeps 10
- 2 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 4 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Spacious four bedroom air-conditioned character home perfect for large families or groups (fits up to 10). Private apartment at ground level, set on 1/2 acre in an exclusive semi-rural setting with mountain World Heritage views. Perfectly located 15 mins to Cairns City & airport. Dine alfresco on the entertainment deck. Watch Netflix movies or bbq up your dinner while kids play in the backyard on the swings.
- Air conditioning
- Board games,
- Kids activity books
- Free parking onsite
- Fast Wifi, Netflix
- Beach towels & reef equipment
- Equipped with amenities, BBQ, kitchen, fridge & lounges
- Mountain Views
- All surfaces Covid cleaned with anti bacterial cleaners between guests
We start your holiday off with complimentary Teas & Coffee, Sugar, free range fresh eggs & or juice. We provide organic seasonal home-grown tropical fruits, vegetables and herbs and all you can eat Limes, Lychees, Coconuts when in season too.
Home apartment is all at ground level with three private entrances, and accessible by wheelchair if required. Drive right up to the house on our extra wide driveway.
Enjoy the exclusive use of Wi-Fi, x2 TV’s, x5 air conditioners, Netflix, board games and laundry.
We offer x4 bedrooms with x3 double beds, trundle beds and mattresses underneath, kids fold out cot, bunk beds with king single, and also have two fold out sofa beds in the lounge that also turn into pretty comfortable double beds. So loads of sleeping spots.
Relax and stay cool in the tropics as all rooms have temperature-controlled air conditioning, insulated ceilings & walls. Rooms contain bedside tables, reading lights, cupboards, wardrobes, fluffy pillows, quality linen, good airflow, beautiful timber and tile floors, bath towels, curtains and lockable doors for privacy. Beach towels also available for beach and reef trips. Large glass dining table for family dinners.
Watch the kids play on the backyard swings while you read or BBQ on the entertainment deck.
Full use of Kitchen facilities which includes Microwave, Gas Stove, Fridge, Kettle Jug, Coffee Pod Machine, Coffee Plunger, Cutlery, Plates, Cups, Pots, Rice Cooker, Toaster & lots more to make your stay comfortable.
Back door opens up to BBQ ing in paradise on our huge timber entertainment deck overlooking the mountain ranges. Happy to share an Australian BBQ and share stories around our fire one night to share experiences and culture.
We strive to be a Sustainable home and environmentally minded with solar power/mains power for energy, permaculture & aquaponics food gardens where we grow our own fresh organic vegetables, chickens for fresh eggs, farm Barramundi and Jade Perch in our Aquaponics system, native bees & fruit trees.
Our home is fully fenced with a big back yard. Kangaroos and Wallabies and exotic birds and butterflies visit us each day from the nearby national park.
We are seasoned Super Hosts thanks to the great caliber of guests staying with us.
TRANSPORT
We are just 5 mins minutes’ walk to the shopping centre, 5mins to local pub/ bistro and just 15 mins drive to Cairns CBD and airport. The 121 bus runs regularly to and from Cairns city and departs the shopping centre every hour. It’s a very safe area in a very quiet street. We can arrange to pick you up/drop you off in the City/ airport (for small fee). There is a network of 10kms of cycle tracks as well that can take you through cane fields, shopping centres, historic railway, parks, Crystal Cascades, and all the way to the airport, foreshore and City. If your using this house as a base to see the area it is right in the middle of everythi
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed Twin bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed Twin bed
Bedroom 3: Full bed Twin bed
Bedroom 4: Full bed Twin bed
Beds in other rooms: 2 Sofa beds Twin bed - 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Swing set or jungle gym
- Trampoline
- Grill
- Boat available
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Fireplace
- Safe
- Staffed property
- Table tennis
- Pool or snooker table
- Games room
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- TV
- DVD player
- Linen provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($66.10) $100.00 - Smoking
- Yes, smoking allowed
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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8 weeks before |
25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
- No uninvited guests without checking;
- We have a dog so you must be ok with dogs & shut the gate behind you (he's very friendly as he was raised with kids);
- Smoking is ONLY allowed outside under the mango tree please;
- Please leave your Bedroom, Lounge and kitchen areas as clean;
- You are welcome to use the games equipment but please limit noise by 9pm;
- It would be helpful if you could please sweep the floor and strip the sheets before you leave;
About the owner
Evelyn & Rod I.
- Calendar last updated:
- 28 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 6
- Based in:
- Australia
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 7 reviews
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- 7
- Very Good
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- Average
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- Poor
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“The Best Holiday in Australia”
I would like to thank Rodney and his family for being excellent hosts while my friends and I put up in their home for a week. I particularly enjoyed the last 3 days of my time in Cairns owing to the… More
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Response from the owner So pleased that you had a wonderful time. We always strive to show our guests the best experience possible- not just accommodation.
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“A spacious slice of Heaven on earth!”
The location is stunning, set back from the busy coast and snuggled among the leafy foothills, it is the perfect balance of quiet and convenience. The accommodation is newly renovated and beautifully … More
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Response from the owner So pleased to have been able to host these wonderful people in our home.Your welcome anytime.
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“This tropical retreat has it all.”
Rodney and Evelyn’s place is nestled in the foothills of the rainforest hills and they provide guests with a magical experience. Their Queenslander home is equipped with lots of room and genero… More
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Response from the owner thanks for the positive review Jeff. We really appreciate your visit and happy to welcome you back anytime. We do everything we can to make our guests visits comfortable.
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“Wonderful hospitality”
A beautiful setting with majestic views of the mountains. Quiet peaceful neighbourhood. Friendly hosts
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Response from the owner Your welcome anytime. We love having guests from different countries and cultures. We love learning from other guests experiences. It inspires us to travel.
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“Awesome family home in the tropics”
Rod & Evelyn are wonderful hosts, sharing their large family home with our extended family. There is heaps of space, a decent kitchen and pool table. They are incredibly welcoming and friendly. Ro… More
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Response from the owner thanks Jess, appreciate your feedback. We enjoyed having your family for a second time.So pleased we could fit a few walks in to some of Cairns spectacular lookouts. Your always welcome.
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“Best holiday”
We had the most wonderful holiday. Such a family family place to stay. Our hosts were so welcoming and made us feel so relaxed. The accommodation is clean and comfortable. There were lots of games and… More
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Response from the owner Thanks for the positive feedback. We really enjoyed interacting with your family. We add all the games, toys, wii, pool table, swings, and books to help make guests feel more relaxed. Keeps all the kids busy so mum and dad can relax. Your always welcome to return.
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“Amazing mountain escape”
Rod and Evelyn are positively the most warm-hearted people I know. We stayed with them multiple times throughout our travels, and each time we had a new adventure with the family. Between the comfy be… More
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Response from the owner Hi guys, your so welcome. We enjoyed taking you spotlighting, looking for frogs, snakes, spiders and other creatures. It was so much fun showing you around Cairns. Come back to Australia some time and we can do it all again!.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Evelyn & Rod (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Evelyn & Rod (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Evelyn & Rod (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Evelyn & Rod the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Evelyn & Rod (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Evelyn & Rod (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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- How do I know my booking is safe?
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Evelyn & Rod (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Evelyn & Rod (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Evelyn & Rod (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Evelyn & Rod (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Evelyn & Rod (the owner) a message.
If Evelyn & Rod (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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