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Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Unique - 8km to the city

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
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A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and coffee maker.
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1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Beach view

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Machans Beach, QLD
  • Place, Holloways Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Palm Cove Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Machans Beach within a short walk of Crystal Cascades & Lake Morris, this cottage is within a mile (2 km) of Holloways Beach. The cottage includes a kitchenette, a patio, and a Smart TV.

What's nearby

  • Holloways Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade - 9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Palm Cove Beach - 19 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Freshwater Station - 12 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Cassowary Kitchen & Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Oporto - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Edge Hill Thai & Laos Takeaway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mangrove Jacks - ‬13 min drive

About this property

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

Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Unique - 8km to the city

Welcome to Timber & Tide, a peaceful beachfront guesthouse in a quiet coastal suburb just 8km from the CBD.

Wake to sea breezes and the sound of waves, then explore the walking and bike path right outside your door.

Enjoy a stylish bedroom with pitched ceilings, Balinese doors and garden views, a cosy reading loft, kitchenette and living area, plus an outdoor deck with glimpses of the ocean.

Local café, restaurant and general store are all within walking distance.

Timber & Tide is a private coastal retreat located directly across from the beach, offering a relaxed space to unwind and enjoy the sea breeze. The property is accessed from the rear of the main house and is completely separated by a private courtyard, creating a peaceful and private atmosphere.

Step into your own outdoor patio area, furnished for relaxing while enjoying tropical garden views, fresh sea air, and glimpses of the water. Inside, the open-plan living area features a comfortable couch, smart TV, dining table, and kitchenette, with the bathroom conveniently located just beyond.

The adjoining bedroom offers a comfortable queen-size bed, beautiful pitched ceilings, and a cosy coastal feel. For a little extra escape, climb the wooden ladder to the loft-style reading nook, the perfect spot to soak up the sunshine, enjoy a book, or simply listen to the ocean breeze.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 and take out the trash
Return the keys
Please leave the keys on the table and don’t lock the door. We will be in there to today and clean shortly
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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: 10:00 AM

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 smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Machans Beach within a short 11-minute walk of Crystal Cascades & Lake Morris. You'll also find Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station and Tanks Arts Centre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Unique - 8km to the city?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Unique - 8km to the city good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a kitchenette and a smart TV in each cottage, and some feature beach view.

Does Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Unique - 8km to the city have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Unique - 8km to the city have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 6.4 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Unique - 8km to the city?

Yes, every cottage at Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Unique - 8km to the city comes with a patio and some offer beach views.

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