
Beachfront vacation rentals in Cairns
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Clifton Beach House, Pool, BBQ short walk to beach
Beautiful house, so peaceful. Exactly what we wanted, the kids loved the pool. Great communication from host, would highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful relaxing getaway, the house is perfect. thank you for having us 😀

Sandcastles @ Palm Cove by Northern Exposure
We loved our stay The pool area was a great hit with the children. Very easy check in/check out process, and hosts were so accommodating and responsive with any questions we had. House was very clean and well presented. Would definitely stay here again

Cairns Northern Beaches Holiday Retreat.
Our stay with Tania/ Sandra was great and accommodating for our family and 3 dogs! The yard was secure we were not worried about leaving our babies at home while we went out. The place was really clean and had everything we needed. Would stay here again and would recommend the place :)

Trinity Beach Oasis
Kate's property felt like home away from home. The space was lovely, clean, peaceful and warm. Kate was an extremely responsive and welcoming host. The property is dog friendly, and my dog was also warmly welcomed. I highly recommend a stay here. So close to shops, the beach, cafes and restaurants, the location is perfect.

Beachfront Cairns Apartment
Sweet, oceanside apartment with a nostalgic and homely feel. Comfy bed. Warm shower. Pet-friendly. Our kitties felt right at home. Thank you Carla.

Private Pool - Beach Townhouse
Lovely and spacious apartment with all amenities you’d need to explore and enjoy Cairns and environs. We stayed here for a week; enjoyed the pool and very comfy beds.

Seaside Serenity: Modern Cottage with Spa
This stay was absolutely wonderful! The host was incredibly kind and thoughtful, providing detailed check-in instructions from the moment we booked and even checking in to see if we needed any help. The place was even more beautiful than in the photos—clean, well-equipped, and very cozy. The location was perfect. Highly recommend this place, and we’ll definitely stay here again next time!

Cairns Kewarra Beachfront Home
In the 8 years I have been using Airbnb this was by far my best experience ever. The house was even more beautiful than the pictures online. Lisa was an amazing host. Always willing to help and super flexible. We are so grateful for our stay here. The house was so clean and cosy. The kitchen had all the necessary tools. The house was spacious and luminous. The pool is amazing to relax and offers enough space in the shade to read a book. We also loved the fact that the house was so close to the beach. Ideal to run in the morning or do a nice walk along the coast. The perfect house if you want a nice getaway with your family or a group of friends. Would 100% recommend and if we ever come back we will surely stay here. Once again, thank you Lisa from the whole family. ❤️
Beachfront home rentals with a pool

Tropical Getaway・Trinity Beach
Our stay at Ari’s house was fantastic! A great, clean space with fully equipped kitchen and bbq facilities with outdoor dining space over looking the pool! Bedrooms are spacious with immaculately clean ensuites! Recommend this house for families as it was a perfect space to relax!!

p a l m h o u s e • luxury beachside getaway
Stayed at the Palm Cove house with my husband and 2 children for the last four days of our holiday in Cairns. The house was beautiful and clean. We had such a wonderful time there. Everything was amazing. The house is even better in person. Would 100% recommend and if we return to Palm Cove we will definitely stay here again! Thank you.

Poolside GF 2 BR with spa- Beach Club 3213/3214
Exceptional from start to finish! Tony is one of the nicest most genuine hosts we've ever come across. From the complimentary airport pickup and drop off through to the local tips and recommendations, his service was 10/10! The place is absolutely gorgeous with prime position overlooking the main pool. It was fit out with everything you could need for your stay and so close to all the restaurants and shops in Palm Cove. We have stayed in many places in Palm Cove over the years but from now on will only look to stay here - 100% recommended!

Beach Dome No.4 /Beach Front /Free Wifi
the host did an amazing job at listing all activities and surrounding locations for food and entertainment. there is so much to do in the area. waking up every day to a beautiful beach view, a 1 minute walk to the beach and the water is so warm. we ate almost every day at Il chioso, they do great food. all of the nearby restaurants were great. we loved our trip and want to move to Cairns! the kids had a great time in the pool and they slept so well because they were worn out from swimming and exploring all day!

Beachfront Dome #8 on the Esplanade Trinity Beach
I just loved staying at the igloo.. I have stayed at the igloos many times and this was my first time.. it has now become my favourite unit and can’t wait to come and stay again

Great Poolside Apartment Ground Floor 2 bed 2 bath
We had an excellent stay at this accommodation. We were emailed clear instructions on how to get our keys and the only issue we had was trying to find parking near the office along the foreshore to get them as it gets very busy. The rooms were spacious and beds very comfortable. We enjoyed having the extended balcony with sun chairs as it meant we didn't have to search for free sun chairs near the pool (where it was difficult to find a spot to sit). The kitchen was well equipped and had everything we needed to cook meals. The pool at the resort was a amazing and very family friendly. We had a terrific stay and would highly recommend this apartment!

Luxury ocean property “ La Flotte” in North Qld
We had a great stay in Sylvia’s beautiful home. Sylvia is a great host and very responsive. The location and home allows for a stress free break in a holiday environment. Just the right distance from the city to disconnect when required. We will stay there again next time we visit.

Coral Sea view 2 - Trinity Beach
Beautiful stay at this accommodation. Only a short walk from the beach with a lovely pool area for hot/humid days. Only a short walk from local shops and restaurants too. Fantastic area to stay to do tourist things as it is in the middle of a lot. Would stay again.
Private beachfront home rentals

Arthouse cottage on the beach
We really loved this pearl with the beutifull view. Really great atmosphere inside the house with art (some by the owner) and quirky stuff everywhere. Easy to get on trips and head out on tours in the area, and with at nice neighbourhood pub. We quickly got used to the heat and enjoyed the nice garden with its rich variaty of animals. We would come again if we had the chance 🌴🌴🌴

Azure Beach House Palm Cove
This house was everything that we needed for a peaceful trip away to FNQ. Our host, Cameron, was amazing at communicating and helping with local information, especially as the region was dealing with Cyclone Jasper and the aftermath prior to our visit. The pool served us well, good surrounds, peaceful and clean. We loved it so much that we are planning another trip at the end of the year.

Absolute beachfront apartment
Corinne was exceptional in her communication and was always responsive to requests. The apartment met all our needs, and the location is amazing. As a frequent visitor to Trinity Beach, I would stay at Corinne's apartment again. Corinne went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and provided many extras which was wonderful. Thank you Corinne, we totally enjoyed our stay in your apartment.

Palm Cove Beach Retreat
We loved staying at Wayne’s place! The kids absolutely loved the pool, especially lit up at night. We also loved that the pool was shaded early in the morning and from mid afternoon. It does get a bit slippery on the tiles around the pool though. The house is very cool, calm and comfortable for a family of five, with an excellent kitchen, and two sizable bathrooms. Despite being on the main road in to Palm Cove it is exceptionally quiet. It’s only a short walk down to the Palm Cove beach and restaurants, and five minutes’ drive to the supermarket at Clifton Beach. It’s a great base for day trips to Kuranda or Hartley’s, and being only half an hour from Cairns it’s easy to pop in to town for dinner and an evening splash in the lagoon. We didn’t find much to do for our family in Palm Cove itself, but that wasn’t a problem as we had a hire car and were happy to explore up and down the coast and into the hills. Wayne is a fantastic host, thanks for having us!

Stunning Oceanview Luxury 2 Bedroom
We loved this property, it was very beautiful and peaceful- highly recommend

Ribbonwoods Palm Cove. Paradise.
We had the most amazing time visiting Palm Cove staying at Kellies house. Close to the bus to get down to Cairn city and also 5 minute walk to the beach.

ALAMANDA BEACH RETREAT PALM COVE
Carmen’s place was lovely and clean, open and relaxing. It was more than big enough to fit 3 adults and 2 teenage children. The location is right on the beach and close to many restaurants, very easy walk. Was great to have 2 bathrooms upstairs. Beds were very comfortable and lots of spare towels, even beach towels as well which come in very handy. Carmen was very friendly and kept in contact during our stay. Clear instructions were given and response time was very quick. Didn’t have any problems at all. Many thanks Carmen, would definitely recommend!

Golden Cowrie Trinity Beach
Nice place and wèll maintained With all support and best location
Quick stats about beachfront rentals in Cairns
Total rentals
240 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$30 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
12K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
150 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
10 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
230 properties have a pool
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