Waterfront vacation rentals in North Queensland

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Top-rated waterfront rentals in North Queensland

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Cottage in Yungaburra

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews

Park House Yungaburra

Park House is the perfect garden setting by Lake Tinaroo for a quiet getaway for a couple, or a holiday retreat for larger groups. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms + bunk house, Park House suits groups of any size from a couple up to family groups of 19. Please note that the price varies with the number of guests/pets, so please take care to enter the correct number of guests when booking. Exception: Full House pricing applies to Xmas/NY, only enter 2 guests for an accurate quote 22Dec - 3Jan.

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Guest suite in Douglas

5 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews

Paradise by the river.

Relax and enjoy your stay in this stylish studio apartment overlooking the tranquil waters of Ross River. Surrounded by nature, this idyllic setting is the perfect space for a couple's retreat, business trip or holiday base. With the riverside path literally at your back door, you can choose a leisurely stroll or a fitness run. Close to Riverview Tavern, the university, hospital, shopping centres and Riverway swimming pools and library, this is the perfect location for your stay in Townsville.

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Guesthouse in Malanda

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

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.

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Condo in Nelly Bay

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews

Tropical island views of the beautiful Coral Sea

The penthouse corner apartment faces the beautiful Coral Sea with ocean views. Personally decorated with top quality furnishings, it's located in the Mercure Resort, Nelly Bay, where you'll have access to gyms & 4 pools. There is no BBQ on balcony, but there are 3 BBQ's in the resort. A 5 min walk from the ferry terminal, IGA, Bottle-o and local bus stop to access beaches & bays, or hire an island car to explore this beautiful unspoilt island paradise. Installed with fast WIFI & Netflix.

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Home in Holloways Beach

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Absolute Beachfront House @palmtreesforever_aus

Palm. Trees. Forever. One of few absolute beachfront locations in Cairns, this original San Remo beach shack is the stuff of dreams. Lovingly curated to capture the simple beauty of Far North Queensland, every second in this home will make you believe in magic. Let the gentle sound of the ocean kissing the beach just meters from the deck rock you to sleep. Everything has been thought of to allow vitamin Sea to slow everything down so you can enjoy precious time with your family and friends.

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Home in Yungaburra

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

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.

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Cottage in Dimbulah

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews

Black Swan Farm - Walsh River - Dimbulah

Beautiful spacious farm house on the Walsh river just 95km from Cairns. Perfect for a group or family getaway wanting complete privacy. Cook your pizza in an authentic pizza oven or canoe on the river. Black Swan farm is the perfect spot to unwind with a bottle of wine and a fire next to the river. The bird-life on the river is absolutely stunning and if you are a keen fisherman, make use of the handlines and catch a black bream. Pets are welcome to enjoy the property too. Great family spot.

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Guest suite in East Trinity

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews

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!

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Home in Yungaburra

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviews

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.

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Home in Yungaburra

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

LakeSide Tinaroo only 2.5km from Yungaburra town

Experience lakeside living at its best! This stunning home sits directly on Lake Tinaroo, offering a private pontoon, stand-up paddleboards, canoes, and breathtaking views. Comfortably accommodating up to 10 guests, it features spacious living areas, a cosy fireplace, a bar, a large deck, and a BBQ area. Fully air-conditioned with child-friendly amenities, it’s the perfect getaway. Just five minutes from Yungaburra, enjoy easy access to shops, restaurants, and scenic attractions.

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Cabin in Yungaburra

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews

The Cubby Luxury Nature Retre

From the modern luxurious interior, you can soak up nature at its finest. The platypus, other waterlife and birdlife are visible from the breakfast / cocktail bar as well as from the bathtub or outdoor shower. The biggest decision you will need to make is which vantage point to enjoy. There is the stunning fireplace that flows from inside out to the deck, also able to be enjoyed from the bathtub. *PLEASE NOTE: The service fee is imposed and received 100% by Air BnB, not the host.

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Apartment in North Ward

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 666 reviews

Beach and Sea front, The Strand, Townsville

Stunning, spectacular, million dollar sea views, in beachfront apartment looking to Magnetic Island, the horizon and all along The Strand Esplanade. Watch and listen to the ocean from your apartment and fall asleep to the sound of waves. In the heart of the Strand Esplanade's cafes, restaurants, sightseeing and CBD. The airport and Magnetic Island ferry are less than 10 minutes taxi/uber/bus. Supermarket is less than 5 minutes walk. Free, safe carparking on site. Free wifi.