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Daintree Secrets Rainforest Sanctuary

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Daintree Secrets Rainforest Sanctuary

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional
  • The entire place is yours
  • 2153 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Daintree Secrets Rainforest Sanctuary in Diwan offers a spacious holiday home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property features a living room, private entrance, and parquet floors. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Additional facilities include a kids' pool, outdoor seating area, and barbecue facilities. Convenient Location: Located 124 km from Cairns Airport and 12 km from Daintree Discovery Centre, the property provides easy access to hiking and cycling trails. Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Services: Private check-in and check-out, laundry service, and luggage storage enhance the stay. Bicycle parking and car hire services are also provided.

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Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • Ecotourism Australia
    Ecotourism Australia

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hannah
    Ireland Ireland
    “You honestly couldn’t find a better place to stay if you tried. Only wish we could have stayed longer. Having your own private pool to relax in was wonderful and we enjoyed the off-grid element. Played lots of games and watched some dvds in the...”
  • Shelley
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The natural background of the streams the rainforest right there , the detail provided in guest boo was excellent and the accomodation thought of everything.”
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    “Pictures do not do this slice of paradise justice. Well equipped kitchen and comfy beds. You can not put a price on this property, nature at its finest. Such a unique experience. Having your very own falls and stream was amazing.”
  • Meltzer
    Australia Australia
    “Daintree Secrets was incredible! The property was total perfection inside and out!”
  • Philip
    Australia Australia
    “Very secluded location. Private waterhole for swimming with fish and a turtle. Well appointed”
  • Melissa
    Australia Australia
    “Such a beautiful, tranquil location. It was the perfect place to unwind. Can’t wait to come back again.”
  • Dawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The beautiful pool is so so amazing we spent hours in there the fact that it is isolated and no contact with the outside world, makes it. My family panicked at first but at the end they all agreed. We played games and spent time with each other....”
  • Kathleen
    Australia Australia
    “Amazing location. Photos don't do the location justice, it was so peaceful, with the sound of the running water in the background. The swimming holes were amazing and right there!”
  • Sharon
    Australia Australia
    “Such a unique property in the Daintree. Beautiful natural waterholes in the backyard! Everything you need on hand (& no wifi also something we need!)”
  • Odette
    Australia Australia
    “Absolutely stunning location. Extremely comfortable all round. Plenty of sheltered room outside for the rainy days. Was surprised that there weren’t any mozzies so that was a bonus.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Katherine Gambini

9.9
Host review score
Katherine Gambini
Daintree Secrets is a uniquely situated holiday home, set in the world's oldest rainforest over a permanently running crystal clear mountain stream with its own private swimming hole and waterfalls. Set on 4 acres, most of which is verdant rainforest, you have total privacy and can enjoy the natural wonders of this ancient world heritage rainforest from the comfort of your holiday home. Your carbon footprint is minimal as we have both hydro-electric and solar power. The house sleeps seven persons in three bedrooms, and boasts an enormous deck with panoramic 270-degree views over the stream and three metre deep swimming hole, as well as into the rainforest canopy. Birdlife is abundant as are fish and turtles in the stream. The property's elevation and water temperature mean that crocodiles are not a concern. Shops and restaurants are within ten minutes drive. Centrally located, you are close to all natural attractions and local nature and cultural tours. Activities are plentiful: scenic walks, guided nature trails, crocodile and wildlife tours, indigenous cultural tours with local Kuku Yalanji guides, swimming in pristine mountain streams, sailing,snorkelling, diving and more.
I am a professional who loves to travel. I particularly love nature - the ocean, mountains... This is how I discovered Daintree Secrets. David Attenborough when asked, named the Daintree as his favourite place on earth and I have to agree. We love to share this unique property with others, hence letting it as a guesthouse. We get such a kick out of the feedback that we get from guests that have stayed a few days at Daintree Secrets and have been blown away by the serenity and the beauty of our beautiful and unique piece of paradise. I make sure that I get to stay at least 4 times each year to truly unplug from the madness of every day life and running a business. As soon as you board the ferry to cross the Daintree River, you can feel yourself relax.
The Daintree / Cape Tribulation area has so much to see and do. From gentle walks on board walks or the local beaches to hiking and mountain climbing: fishing, swimming, snorkeling and diving on the Great Barrier Reef: guided jungle walks, bird watching and crocodile tours: visiting any number of local attractions like the Discovery Center, Daintree Ice Cream or Daintree Village with its arts and crafts. You will not run out of things to do and see.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 1,000 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about US$650. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

A damage deposit of AUD 1,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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