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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a ceiling fan, and a large window.
A modern building with a covered garage, a gated entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and stainless steel appliances.
A hotel room with a bed, a mirror, a bedside table with a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.
A covered patio area with a sliding glass door, a small table with chairs, and a black grill.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom603 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Edge Hill, QLD
  • Place, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Botanic Gardens
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tanks Arts Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Edge Hill within a short walk of Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, this villa is within a mile (2 km) of Rondo Theatre. The villa includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rondo Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mount Whitfield Conservation Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cairns Botanic Gardens - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tanks Arts Centre - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 10 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kangaroos Football & Sporting Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunwoodys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woodward St Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Lite House for Living Like A Local

Experience stylish, comfortable living in this newly built private retreat, nestled in the heart of Edge Hill, one of Cairns’ most sought-after suburbs, just moments from the Botanic Gardens and Edge Hills hub with great dining options.



The Lite House is thoughtfully designed for both short and long stays, offering everything you need for a relaxing, effortless visit. Fully fenced and separate from the main residence, it features its own private entrance and secure off-street gated parking for complete peace of mind.



Unwind outdoors on the spacious patio, perfect for relaxing or enjoying a BBQ in the tropical air. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully appointed interior with a fully equipped designer kitchen, comfortable living area, serene bedroom, and modern bathroom, all finished with a stylish, contemporary touch.



This luxe tiny home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and location so you can live like a local while enjoying the very best of Cairns.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 603 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn off aircon
Log out of any apps on tv
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No pets,

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: 1 bed, child would need to share with an adult.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this villa?

This villa is situated in Edge Hill within a short 15-minute walk of Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens and also 16 minutes on foot from Rondo Theatre. You'll also find Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Lite House for Living Like A Local?

No, there isn't parking available at the villa.

Is this villa associated with a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Lite House for Living Like A Local?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this villa, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each villa and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Lite House for Living Like A Local?

No, this villa doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this villa include breakfast service?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at The Lite House for Living Like A Local?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 3.6 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Lite House for Living Like A Local?

Yes, every villa at The Lite House for Living Like A Local comes with a patio.

The Lite House for Living Like A Local Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were incredibly grateful to have found this gorgeous property whilst visiting the area. It exceeded our expectations - clean, comfy, spacious, well positioned, reasonably priced and it also had lots of nice little extras that made our stay even better. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lite house was lovely. Clean, well appointed, comfortable and secure. Within walking distance of supermarkets and bottle shops and plenty of restaurants and cafes to choose from. Dianne is friendly and quick to respond to enquiries. I would highly recommend staying at the Lite house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026