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Sharlynn by the River

3.5 star property
Riverwalk cabin with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Exclusive Studio, 1 Bedroom, River View | Balcony
Exclusive Studio, 1 Bedroom, River View | Jetted tub
Fireplace
Front of property
Exclusive Studio, 1 Bedroom, River View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
11 Kidd Close, Malanda, QLD, 4885
  • Malanda Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lake Eacham
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Crater Lakes National Park
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

Exclusive Studio, 1 Bedroom, River View

  • 1292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Malanda

This cabin places you next to Johnstone River Nature Refuge and within a 5-minute drive of Freemans Forest Private Nature Reserve. The 3.5-star cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a sitting area.

What's nearby

  • Freemans Forest Private Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Malanda Falls - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Lake Eacham - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Crater Lakes National Park - 11 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Lake Barrine - 12 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tolga Station - 26 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Malanda Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Yungaburra Whistle Stop Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nick's Restaurant & Yodeller's Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kiestone Kafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Peeramon Hotel - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Sharlynn by the River

Riverwalk cabin with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests staying at this cabin enjoy access to a full-service spa, a lazy river, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this spa cabin include a hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool, and express check-in.
The cabin is soundproofed and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a sitting area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 36-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels and a DVD player. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and the bathroom offers a jetted tub, a rainfall showerhead, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a dryer, a fireplace, and a private yard. Limited housekeeping is available.
A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the cabin's full-service spa, Sharlynn. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Travel crib

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Free self-serve breakfast

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the riverwalk
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Fishing
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Built in 2004
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The cabin can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool is open from September to April.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the cabin at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sharlynn River Cabin Malanda
Sharlynn River Cabin
Sharlynn River Malanda
Sharlynn River
Sharlynn by the River Cabin
Sharlynn by the River Malanda
Sharlynn by the River Cabin Malanda

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at this cabin?

This cabin offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to this cabin?

This cabin is located in Malanda, just steps from Johnstone River Nature Refuge. You'll also find Freemans Forest Private Nature Reserve and Lake Eacham within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cabin?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the cabin.

Is there a spa available at this cabin?

Sharlynn is the name of the cabin's full-service spa available for guests to enjoy.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The seasonal pool is normally open from September until April.

Is Sharlynn by the River good for couples?

At this riverfront cabin, there are many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and in-room massages in each cabin with some featuring river views.

Does Sharlynn by the River have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin include breakfast service?

This cabin offers free self-serve breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sharlynn by the River?

Yes, some cabins at Sharlynn by the River offer a furnished balcony and may feature river views.

Sharlynn by the River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place!! We absolutely loved our stay and can’t wait to return. Thanks for sharing your piece of paradise Pam & John.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an absolute gem, Nothing not to like, in fact everything was perfect from the hosts to the location to the ambience, surrounds, attention to detail. I will definitely be back and get the impression I would get the same result every time as the owners clearly love sharing this amazing space and genuinely love value your experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is close enough to town if you need something and far enough away to enjoy relaxing with a glass of wine. After opening the door and stepping inside, it took our breath away with the presentation and all of the little extras that Pam and John had included. John is also a very good barista and sitting on their verandah having a chat over a cuppa was great. We'll be back. Thank you Pam and John for sharing your piece of paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharelle

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 stars and 2 thumbs up!! Peaceful piece of paradise shared by excellent hosts. Most enjoyable and relaxing. The generous breakfast provisions of local gourmet produce was most appreciated. Central to all the area sights and activities. Totally recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location, friendly owner and well equipt

The cabin was very well equipt and the owner provided loads of local produce for our stay. Short stroll to the river and large garden to wonder around. Close to all attractions around the Atherton Tablelands area. We visited several lakes and waterfalls within 30 minutes driving distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hosts, fantastic cottage and fantastic location. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A mastercraft built accommodation unit with your own private rear balcony lined with trees over- looking the river. This area and the garden are good for bird watching. The hosts are most hospitable and willing to advise on local sights. The accommodation is first class, with everything you need including a very well stocked kitchen with all your breakfast provisions supplied. Located just outside Malanda, it is central to the sights of the Atherton Tableland. Could not fault it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained property with excellent communication from hosts. Fully stocked kitchen and breakfast amenities, including nice little “unexpected” touches (chocolates, large choice of jam spreads etc). Large bathroom and spa and all the conveniences included. 10mins drive to Yungaburra and nearby attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection. The only thing I could say is maybe don't bring lot of food because the breakfast provisions could feed a small army.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ian&Helen, Magnetic Island

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A quick summary of Sharlynn: A cottage fitted out with everything you could need. And it overlooks a rainforest. And it’s very private. A river that crosses a mini waterfall to form a swimming pool. The chance to see platypus and tree kangaroos. Drinks on the deck at sunset listening to the chatter in the trees. A very generously stocked kitchen for breakfast. Five minutes to the lovely old town of Malanda. Ten minutes to Lake Eachem and on to quaint Yunginburra. Pam & John, extremely attentive but non-intrusive hosts. Just go, you’ll love it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Cairns

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very special and the chalet was very private surrounded by a beautiful garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot great view of the Johnson river. John & Pam are delightful and couldn't do enough to help with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Personalised stay in a beautiful setting

We had a brilliant time at Sharlynn by the River. We were welcomed by John and his dog Charlie when we first got their, and were given a tour of the cabin and surrounding area. There is a lot to explore - they have a river and a creek that merge on the property, and a good watering hole for a refreshing dip if you like to explore a bit. They also have citrus trees up the back of the property that you can walk through, as well as help yourself to the fruits. The cabin is very spacious and was very clean. They have great facilities for cooking and barbecuing with plenty of utensils and other kitchenware to be able to cook up a storm if you want. You can also help yourself to their herb garden for your cooking! They provided a really wide variety of food to help yourself to for breakfast. The bathroom was impeccably clean and includes a spa bath if you want to use it. The bed and pillows were comfortable. The next morning at 10am we had coffee with Pam and John and had a great chat - they are very warm and friendly, and very interesting people to talk to. We had plenty of privacy with a good balance of John occasionally checking in to see if everything was okay/if we needed anything. I would highly recommend Sharlynn to anyone visiting the area, and I'll definitely be spreading the word!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just beautiful, relaxing, close to everything. Home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Piece and quite

Comfortable self contained cabin with fire place with the sounds of mother nature
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A cosy private rainforest cabin with everything.

Quiet, cosy, and wanting for nothing; Sharlynn was well appointed with everything you need for the perfect rainforest couples getaway. Falling asleep to the sound of the river and the crackle of the fire after a relaxing hot spa was lush. John an Pam made sure we had everything we needed, and Charlie the collie was well behaved. We hope to return for another stay in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eine umwerfende Auswahl beim Frühstück mit selbstgebackenem Brot, lokalen Früchten, Eier, Bacon. Für Naturliebhaber der perfekte Ort direkt am Regenwald. Es ist sauber und entspricht den Bildern im Internet. Ein Auto ist für Touren unbedingt zu empfehlen. Die Gastgeber sind offen und herzlich.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traumdestination

Ein absoluter Geheimtip. Ein Bungalow inmitten des Regenwaldes mit privaten Flusszugang. Frühstück lässt keine Wünsche offen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019