Family-friendly vacation rentals in Atherton

River Retreat - Air con, WiFi, firepit & views!

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway which provides all the comforts you need while exploring the Tablelands. The accommodation is designed to ensure a comfortable stay. Cozy living area with kitchenette, private patio & undercover parking. The Shearing Shed has a deck overlooking breathtaking scenery and river. The outdoor firepit & bbq makes it the perfect spot to relax with platypus sighting & occasional Tree Kangaroo visit. Property has direct access to the river for a lazy arvo.

FNQ Blooms Tropical Flower Farm Lodge

The Tropical Flower Lodge sits at the foothills of Mt Bartle Frere, surrounded by lush rainforest and vibrant tropical gardens. Our property is also a working flower farm, home to a wide variety of Heliconias and Gingers. The lodge is completely self‑sustaining. Fresh spring water flows though the property a gravity‑fed system, our on‑site waterfall generates clean hydroelectric power. Guests often tell us it feels like staying in a hidden, eco‑friendly sanctuary where nature does all the work.

Newland Cottage in the quiet hub of Yungaburra

Newly built cottage for relaxing and looking at the view. Close to amenities and the Township of Yungaburra. Walk to the shop to buy the paper and a coffee and relax in the outdoor patio. The position of this cottage provides an easy base to travel the tablelands and come home to relax, or walk to the Restaurant, have a meal and drinks and wander home at your leisure. The quiet area is a bonus for uplifting your energy with walks to the quiet parks and shops for a truely re-energising holiday.

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.

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.

Birdwing Hut in the Rainforest

This simple hut nestled into the rainforest is a birdwatcher's paradise! The property is entirely off-grid and is situated in a wildlife hotspot, with 100 acres of wet tropics rainforest connected to the World Heritage listed Maalan National Park. An ideal base for nature lovers to explore the Atherton Tableland, the bird list includes over 200 species, including Victoria's Riflebird, Blue-faced Parrot finch. Mammals include Tree kangaroos and Herbert River and Green Ringtail Possums.

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 discrete 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 features.

The Possum Pad

Please be assured extra cleaning is being done under the Air BNB guide lines. In beautiful Yungaburra village. The Possum Pad is a villa sharing half an acre with a house. You have your own private drive and full use of the garden. Quiet treed setting with plenty of parking. Costing is $190 per night for the first two guests, sleeping in the same bedroom. An extra $50 cleaning fee will be charged if the two guests use two bedrooms. Then $90 per each extra guests per night.

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.

Tinaroo Wilderness Retreat

Tinaroo Wilderness Retreat is situated on over 2 acres of beautiful bushland next to Lake Tinaroo. The cottage is totally private and backs into a reserve. Only a short stroll to the lake and is surrounded by an abundance of wildlife. 3 minute drive to Black Gully boat ramp, 12 minutes to Atherton mountain bike park, and Mount Baldy walking trail. It has it all — fishing, hiking, mountain biking, water sports.

Rest House, Yungaburra village. Pets welcome.

Rest is a very practical 3 bedroom open planned home with a fully enclosed backyard. Sleeping up to 6 comfortably, including the family pet (please advise if they will be joining on) our home is in historic Yungaburra. Walking distance from shops and restaurants. A wonderful place to stay, rest, and continue on your adventure. You MUST read the “rules” BEFORE booking.

Wild Ginger Rainforest Retreat

About This Listing Next door to the famous Misty Mountains Rainforest Retreat, showcased on Netflix Instant Hotel series. Luxurious two bedroom ( plus third attic bedroom) house in completely private rainforest, overlooking a crystal clear creek 45 mins south of Cairns. Your own private swimming holes. Close to to Josephine Falls, The Boulders and The Frankland Islands.