
Vacation rentals with beach access in Cairns
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Absolute Beach Front Surf Shack
Unique beachfront shack nestled in the quiet streets of Holloways Beach. Just 10mins from the Airport and 15mins from the CBD, this is one of few absolute beachfront locations in Cairns offering a place to escape. The cosy open living accom has sea views from the deck and front rooms. With direct beach access, all you have to do is step off the deck. Here you can enjoy a cuppa or quiet beverages looking out over the sea. Experience falling asleep listening to the waves gently lapping the shore.

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!

Unique Beachfront Unit ‘Dome by the Sea’
Unique 'Dome by the Sea' comfortably accommodates two adults. Visitors are amazed by the spacious, well appointed unit. Location is ideal, offering easy access to the wider Cairns region, Atherton Tablelands & Port Douglas. A great base to explore from. With a pool at your door & a fantastic front garden area, this is an ideal place to unwind. An easy stroll to all amenities, restaurants, mini mart and tavern. The sand & surf are out front, guaranteeing The Best Beach Escape Anyone Can Have!

🐬Aloha Palm Cove Girly Paradise🐬Wifi/400mToBeach🏖
Nestled just behind the Sea Temple Resort & positioned at the side of our luxury home is a lovely little space for a solo traveller (Male or Female). The Guest Suite is surrounded by the Rainforest mountains and a short 10min stroll will have you at the famous Seaside Resort Town of Palm Cove. From here you can spend your days relaxing on the beach under a palm tree, taking a kayak tour over to Double Is, hiking the new Wangetti Trail or visiting the many cafe’s, shops & pretty boutique's.

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT! 🌴 Cairns Beachside retreat
Come and relax in our beachfront retreat. This spacious self contained apartment includes a combined kitchen, living and dining room with beachviews. Two queen size bedrooms (one with additonal single bed), modern twoway bathroom and a shared laundry facility for your convenience. Perfect for a couples sneaky weekend away or perfect for a family fun holiday. Enjoy a stroll on the beach, roam around our beautiful gardens or a splash in our large infinity pool. Relax, unwind, recharge!

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.

Coral Sea Penthouse - Ocean Views. On Esplanade
Penthouse Level apartment situated in the heart of the city overlooking the Esplanade lagoon.... what more could you want? This luxurious and spacious property offers guests the most amazing views, amenities in the best location in Cairns. Take the lift down to the Esplanade (entrance next to the Night markets) and you can walk to the Reef Fleet Terminal, Lagoon and to some of the most incredible Restaurants that Cairns has to offer! Apartment size - 139 square meters.

Beachfront Beauty
Beautiful tropical apartment right across the road from Trinity Beach. You have sea views and can hear the waves crashing in your bedroom. This holiday apartment is in the Coral Sands Resort, its a modern, fully self contained apartment, with privacy and an incredible outlook. Prime location within walking distance to restaurants and cafes. Perfect place to sit back and relax. Essential Pantry items, wide range of tea and plunger coffee Netflix, unlimited WIFI.

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.

Tropical Bliss
MUST BE COVID SAFE Local cafes and restaurants only a 5 min walk, 10min walk to the botanical gardens, CBD is only 12mins by car. The studio is spacious, light and airey. Once inside, views to the pool which is surrounded by tropical garden. In the pool area there is a large sunbed for relaxing, morning coffee or a quiet sundowner. My place is very private, quiet and you will have a real local experience. It offers your own BBQ for cooking.

Beachfront Cairns Clifton Beach Pet friendly
Beachfront,rustic beach style Cairns northern beaches , pets allowed, private entire place with own fenced courtyard, car park & private entrance. Opposite beautiful Clifton Beach with a netted patrolled swimming area , walking distance to shops / restaurants.A bike path out front with leisure bikes provided to enjoy. Bus to cairns across the road . The flamingo theme is a symbol of welcome & a perfect relaxing beach side getaway.

Argentea Beachfront House
Stunning 2 bedroom architecturally designed apartment with absolute beach front access to pristine Clifton Beach. No road in front. This house is designed to capture the breezes and capitalise on the beach views from one outlook and bush views from another viewpoint. Situated in a very secluded estate, just a short stroll along shady boardwalk to Palm Cove restaurants and shops.
Popular amenities for Cairns beach access rentals
Apartment rentals with beach access

❤️ The Beach Shack -3BR Waterfront Resort ❤️WIFI✔️

Makilaki Tropical Haven Machans Beach Cairns

Inner City One Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Beachfront Villa with Direct Pool Access

Indigo Apartment with Pool 200m to Beach

Tropical Escape—Coastal Daydreams with Rooftop Spa

Esplanade apartment sleeps 5

Abode Palm Cove Ground Floor Swim Out
House rentals with beach access

Coconut Blue - Own Private Pool | Beach Easy Walk

Family Holiday unit

Luxury ocean property “ La Flotte” in North Qld

Villa O’Shea

Niyah’s Escape (with 13m Heated* lap pool)

Quintessential Kewarra Classy 3BR home & Huge Pool

"Namaste" - Private pool oasis in Palm Cove

Absolute Beachfront House @palmtreesforever_aus
Condo rentals with beach access

Tropical Oasis Beachside Apartment

Temple Swim Out Apartment 106 Palm Cove

Business or Pleasure

Palm Cove Beach Resort Two-Bedroom Apartment

Trinity Beach Tropical Hideaway

Relax at Trinity Beach Getaway, Blue Lagoon.

Peppers Palm Cove luxury

Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views
When is the best time to visit Cairns?
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| Avg. price | G$33,835 GYD | G$29,031 GYD | G$30,076 GYD | G$35,506 GYD | G$32,791 GYD | G$38,221 GYD | G$44,069 GYD | G$42,816 GYD | G$42,398 GYD | G$38,012 GYD | G$34,044 GYD | G$36,341 GYD |
| 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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640 of Cairns vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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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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