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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.

Jum Rum Place, Kuranda QLD
Kuranda, home to the Indigenous Djabugay people is tucked away within an ancient Rainforest. Jum Rum Place is located only 1.6km from the Kuranda village, North Queensland backing onto Jum Rum Creek Conservation Park where there are numerous species of birds, Striped possums, Suger Gliders, Pademelons with abundance of butterflies including the Ulysses and Cairns Bird Wing. The beautiful Jum Rum Creek Walking Track is close by which takes you into the Kuranda Village, only a 15 minute walk.

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.

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!

NO:37: BOUTIQUE QUEENSLANDER : LUXE RESORT POOL
Step into timeless elegance at No. 37, a beautifully restored Queenslander cottage that 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 Cairns’ convenient city-fringe area, you’re just moments from top dining, shopping, the esplanade and local attractions. Perfect for those seeking both tranquility and convenience.

Cute Cairns Cottage
One of the most popular, our lovely home is in a quiet residential street close to the city. You will love the comfortable beds, air-conditioning, modern kitchen, toys, board games and unlimited free wifi. It is a 15 min walk, 2-minute drive, to Cairns' largest shopping centre. We suggest hiring a car due to Cairns' beautiful tropical conditions and the many things to see and do. The house is suited to families, couples, solo travellers, business travellers small pets welcome.

Bombora Lodge - Beautiful Queenslander With Pool
Beautifully restored high set 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.

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

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.

Beautiful Cairns home with pool and view
My 3 bed room home is in a safe , quiet cul-de-sac in the leafy green suburb of Freshwater. My home provides for three double beds in seperate bedrooms and a rollaway single trundle bed for a 7th guest., The allotment is large and private, and tropically landscaped. There are caretakers living on site in a completely separate apartment, accessed from the lower yard. They are very discrete but can be called upon in an emergency if the need arrises.

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.

Our Home Is Your Home
Across one single level, the pure freshness of this brand new designer home is shown in the internal layout and quality. This home was created to feel like your very own private resort, with beautiful outdoor and indoor living spaces and your very own private pool! More than enough room for the whole family to enjoy cooking in the custom kitchen, swimming in the large pool or enjoying a wine while the sausages sizzle on the outdoor WebberQ.
Popular amenities for Cairns City house rentals
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p a l m h o u s e • luxury beachside getaway

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The Beach House

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Villa Two | Private Pool | Stroll to Beach
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Masterfully Restored Queenslander Near Esplanade

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Pool, easy walk to restaurants & Botanical Gardens

Lilah Blue-Entire Home Rustic Rainforest Private

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Trinity Oasis Luxury Home Trinity Beach
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $67 AUD | $69 AUD | $69 AUD | $72 AUD | $75 AUD | $71 AUD | $78 AUD | $61 AUD | $71 AUD | $65 AUD | $65 AUD | $67 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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Total holiday rentals
Explore 60 holiday rentals in Cairns City

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Cairns City holiday rentals start at $28 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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

Holiday rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
50 of Cairns City holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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

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