vacation rental Atherton Tablelands Queensland holiday apartment bed and breakfast

Luxury Cairns Highlands 4 br Retreat

Data of object

Type of object:	vacation rental
Living area:	300 m²
Number of rooms:	4
Number of of sleeping accomodations (beds):	8
Number of bathsrooms:	3
Listing #:	5852

The Summit Rainforest Retreat is located on the Cairns Highlands, also known as the Atherton Tablelands, in Far North Queensland, Australia. The retreat is situated on the lip of an extinct volcano and commands the highest point in Atherton. Peace and tranquillity is assured on over 2 hectares of land, the retreat boasts panoramic 180 degree views towards the west and a rainforest wonderland at the rear. You'll delight in the abundant native wildlife at your doorstep, wallabies, pademelons, possums and tree kangaroos to name a few. The Summit is a luxury 4 bedroom retreat, which can sleep up to 12 persons. Ideal for couples, families, groups, multiple couples, conferences etc.

Town and location of object

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Location Distances: Atherton: 3 minute drive Yungaburra: 10 minute drive Cairns International Airport: 1 hr 10 mins Cairns via Kuranda: 1 hr 20 mins Cairns via Gordonvale & Yungaburra: 1 hr 20 mins Port Douglas via Mt Molloy & Mareeba: 1 hour and 30 mins Mission Beach along the Palmerston Highway via Millaa Millaa & Malanda: 1 hour 40 mins Brisbane: 1,869 kilometres Transfers available from Cairns, Port Douglas & Mission Beach.

Atherton Tablelands , Queensland , Australia

Visitor Information - Atherton Tablelands The Atherton Tablelands is situated 1 hour from Cairns International Airport and the Great Barrier Reef. It is a wonderful place to holiday in Far North Queensland, exploring the region and Atherton Tablelands natural features. Townships in the Tablelands region include: Atherton, Mareeba, Herberton, Millaa Millaa, Ravenshoe, Yungaburra and Malanda. With an annual rainfall of around 1400mm, Atherton (the most central town), and its immediate district, are a lovely tropical green. The towns and villages of the Atherton Tablelands boast a tropical atmosphere and close knit community spirit. Naturally air-conditioned, being an average 700 metres above sea level the district is free of coastal humidity and high temperatures. The perfect summer retreat, but still close to coastal attractions. Residents boast that they are blessed with the best weather in the world. With winter getting an occasional helping of early morning frost and the daily temperature around a perfect 21 degrees Celsius. An ideal position to base yourself, it was historically the centre of the region, the reason why Cairns and Port Douglas were settled. Visit the crater lakes, world heritage rainforest, waterfalls and historical towns and villages. You can even explore further west, out to the Gulf Savannah and other Outback areas. Atherton Is a picturesque town right in the heart of Atherton shire. It is also the Tableland's major commerce centre. Most major roads crossing the Tablelands come through Atherton, making it an ideal base on the Tablelands to start your exploring. The Jazz Festival is held annually in July and attracts jazz lovers from all over Australia. Every September, the town hosts the Maize festival, with street processions and a gala ball. The area is an ecological wonderland of delight for the traveller. Boasting modern facilities it is also able to provide an abundance of native fauna and flora, one of the most diverse regions in Australia. “The Summit Rainforest Retreat”, will provide you with your own 5 star, “home away from home” or simply as an escape, from the normal stresses of life.

Arrival and distances

Distance to next airport: Cairns - 80 km
Distance to next railway station: Atherton - 2 km
Distance to next Shop: 0.3 km

Sport facilities nearby

Fishing, Climbing, Biking, Golf, Canoeing, Mountainbiking, Horse riding, Swimming, Sailing, Tennis, Hiking, Water ski,

Type of holidays

Relaxing holidays
Family holidays
Golf holidays
Cultural and sightseeing holidays
Romantic holidays
Hiking holidays

Bedroom

Total number of sleeping facilities: 6

4 Double room(s)
1 Trible room(s)
1 Other sleeping rooms

Bathrooms and WCs

Number of bathsrooms: 3

3 bathsrooms with shower
4 seperate WC(s)

External facilities of object

Balkony
Garage
Garden
Barbecue
Pool
Car Parking
Terrace

Internal facilities of object

Fireplace
Air-conditioning
Whirlpool
Central heating

Machines and equipment

Bed linen provided
CD-player
TV
Towels provided
Radio
Satellite-TV
Deck-chairs
Stereo
Telephone
VCR
Washing machine
Tumble-dryer

Kitchen facilities

4 ring stove
Single ring stove
Freezer
Dishwasher
Fridge
Microwave

Services

Guide
Cleaning service

Other

Long term rental possible
Pets not allowed
Seniors suitable
Children welcomed

Additional Information

The Summit is positioned on the lip of an extinct volcano, rainforest walks, native wildlife and 180 deg panoramic views are the highlights. The towns highest location.