
House holiday rentals in Cairns
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Total holiday rentals
Explore 730 holiday rentals in Cairns

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Cairns holiday rentals start at $14 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
440 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 120 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
460 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
300 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
690 of Cairns holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Cairns rentals

4.8 Average rating
Cairns stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Cairns's top spots, include Cairns Aquarium, Cairns Botanic Gardens, and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Top-rated house rentals in Cairns
Guests agree: These houses are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

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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Palm Cove 4BR Oasis • Heated Pool • Walk Beach
Relax in your private Palm Cove escape—just a short walk to the beach. Perfect for families or groups, this spacious 4-bedroom home features a heated pool, multiple living areas, and everything you need. 🌴On Seaside Parade 🌴Perfect family space 🌴 Focus on clean. All linen including coverlets laundered for every guest. 🌴Just 300m to the sand 🌴Large open family and kitchen leads onto patio and pool area 🌴Local owners available if needed 🌴Please read and agree to house rules before booking
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@Solstays Marina: Pool, Gym, Games Room & SUV Hire
Featured Additions Luxury queen-over-queen bunk with king single trundle (available upon request) Gym & Games Room: table tennis, air hockey, billiards, basketball, arcade & Great Barrier Reef mural Yard fun: giant Jenga, giant Connect 4, slip & slide, pool inflatables, yoga mat About the Home Located in peaceful Trinity Park, the property includes a pool, green outdoor space for tanning, fast Wi-Fi, full kitchen, smart TV with streaming, books & games—5 or 7 seater SUV available for hire.
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NO:37: BOUTIQUE QUEENSLANDER : LUXE RESORT POOL
Step into timeless elegance at No. 37, a beautifully restored Queenslander cottage, sleeps 8. Relax by the resort-style pool, unwind on the private deck surrounded by tropical gardens. Fully air-conditioned for your comfort, this peaceful retreat offers modern luxury with old-world charm. Located in a convenient city-fringe area, you’re just moments from the Esplanade, Botanic Gardens & Cairns city. Ideal for families and guests seeking a relaxing tropical escape, tranquility and convenience.
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Modernistic 2bedroom house close to city, airport.
A modern and fully furnished two-bedroom space with a hall, kitchenette, and a private patio. This section is completely separate from the main house, ensuring full privacy. The property is monitored by security cameras for your safety. Conveniently located, it’s just 150 meters from Piccones Shopping Centre, with a 24-hour McDonald's, Domino’s, and various restaurants nearby, and the airport and city center are just a 7-minute drive.Feel at home and enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free stay!
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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. Take a dip in the heated 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.
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Bombora Lodge - Beautiful Queenslander With Pool
Beautifully restored highset 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.
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Bamboo Villa- Edge Hill Cairns Luxe Pet Friendly
Bamboo Villa is a private, air-conditioned, pet-friendly retreat in the heart of Edge Hill, Cairns’ premier suburb, ideal for professionals, couples or small families seeking walkable pet friendly cafés and leafy streets. Across the road from the Botanical Gardens, walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores. 5 minutes from the airport and the city Centre. Our place has every convenience you need. Featuring a fenced front area and secure backyard
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Tropical Resort Oasis - 4 Bedrooms, Cairns
Beautiful tropical oasis in exclusive Parkridge Estate, Brinsmead Cairns. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, surrounded by lush rainforest with a mountain backdrop, this well appointed house is located next to a community tennis court, small playground and rainforest walking tracks. Close to Botanical Gardens, the trendy Edgehill cafe & restaurant precinct and The Tanks Arts Centre, 10 minutes drive to Cairns CBD and the airport. Easy access to shops and buses.
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Rainforest Treehouse Sanctuary - with ocean views
Experience Cairns from our treetop 3-bedroom home in Smithfield. This amazing architectural timber home is a true haven for nature lovers. Positioned high in the foothills, you'll feel like you're living in a treehouse. One of the highlights of this retreat is the breathtaking 270° panoramic view that greets you every morning. Watch the sunrise over the ocean, take in the emerald expanse of the rainforest, and marvel at the sparkling lights of Cairns as night falls.
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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.
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Kev's Classic Queenslander / Cairns Central
Classic Queenslander with inner city character. Fully furnished with 2 queens and 2 Single beds. 100m walk from Cairns Central Train station. Walking distance to city, harbour, restaurants and shops. Fully equipped kitchen. Tropical garden containing cactus and succulents.Kevin lives downstairs in a seperate unit. Laundry is downstairs and shared with Kevin but is available and accessible at all times
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Popular amenities for Cairns house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Seascape @ Palm Cove: Heated Pool | Luxury | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Villa 31 - Balinese Style Home With Heated Pool
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Tropical Oasis
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Beautiful Cairns home with pool and view
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Villa Aura | Private Pool | Lakefront & Near Beach
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Breathtaking views of the ocean and Cairns City
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Entire home in Palm Cove
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Cairns Central Walking Distance Upstairs
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Weekly house rentals

Jum Rum Place, Kuranda QLD
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Stoney Treehouse | Luxury Cairns Rainforest Escape
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Niyah’s Escape with 13m Heated* Pool (*26 degrees)
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Charming 2 Bedroom House
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Coral Sea view 2 - Trinity Beach
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Coastal Retreat・Trinity Beach
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Trinity Park Retreat
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Spacious Home for Families & Groups Close to CBD
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Private house rentals

Luxury 4BR Villa | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach
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The Lite House for Living Like A Local
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Relaxed 2 bedroom low set house near beach
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Cairns Beachfront Retreat
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Private Pool Retreat | Resort-Style Escape
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Tropical Retreat in Aeroglen
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House in the Hilltops Smithfield
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Villa Two | Private Pool | Stroll to Beach
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When is the best time to visit Cairns?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $287 AUD | $227 AUD | $234 AUD | $272 AUD | $248 AUD | $296 AUD | $306 AUD | $248 AUD | $241 AUD | $217 AUD | $213 AUD | $295 AUD |
| 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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