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Pool View to Cape Tribulation
This morning...Feb 2021
The Shack & The Studio. Both Exclusively Yours.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Cow Bay, QLD
  • Place, Wet Tropics of Queensland
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Daintree Discovery Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaba-Kada Nature Refuge
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Shack

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Studio

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views

Save the Foreign Exchange and Currency Conversion fees.
You can make payments in £'s for your stay at La Vista.
You can stay at La Vista from £195 per night.
No Cleaning Fees.

Ocean & Mountain Views
Private Swimming Pool

Free 4G WiFi
Free Foxtel Movies and Sport
Free Stan, Prime, Disney+, Spotify. and more.

The accommodation at La Vista consists of two post and beam houses affectionately known as The Shack and The Studio. They can each sleep 4 Guests. The Shack has a queen size bed and a queen sofabed with innerspring mattress. The Studio has a queensize bed and a double beanbag bed.
Both buildings are exclusively yours.
Ideally one couple can stay in The Studio retreat up top and another couple and/or children can have The Shack. Two couples can have the Privacy of having their own building. Both buildings have a bathroom with shower, basin and toilet. The Studio also has a bathtub with views to Cape Tribulation. The Coral Sea, and Thorntons Peak (Queensland’s third highest mountain). High quality linen and towels are provided.

The Shack has a fully equipped kitchen with a BBQ, Pizza Oven, a Gas cook top and a full size fridge/freezer with ice maker and cold water dispenser. Nespresso and Coffee Press.
There is a dining table, a pool table, a flat screen TV with DVD/Stereo and auxiliary port for your device.
The Studio has a galley kitchen with an under counter fridge and an ice box. There is a coffee grinder and kettle. The galley is really just for breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks.
The Upper deck off The Studio has a hammock, sofa and a small table and chairs. Relax, read, enjoy the view. The living area has a comfortable couch, large flat screen Smart TV, and JBL Stereo speakers with auxiliary port for your device.

There is nearly always a breeze on the hill at La Vista. For those sultry days there are turbo ceiling fans in every room.
Both buildings have Free WiFi coverage.

The Plunge Pool and Spa are below The Studio’s upper deck.
The Pool deck is the best place to cool off, relax, have a quiet drink and enjoy the fantastic View.

Yes, you have exclusive use of both buildings. Staff will service The Shack and The Studio once weekly and the Pool as required. Should you require anything, I am usually just down the hill or Management is only 5-10 minutes away.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1st Infant is free of charge. Additional infants should be included as guests (max 8 guests) and 1 infant. Any questions, please ask. Best, Dean.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6785865
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cow Bay

Located in Cow Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Daintree Rainforest and Wet Tropics of Queensland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Daintree Discovery Centre and Daintree Wild Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Hook-A-Barra and Bat House Cape Tribulation. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Cow Bay, QLD

What's nearby

  • Wet Tropics of Queensland - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Acaciavale Nature Refuge - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kaba-Kada Nature Refuge - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Daintree Rainforest - 11 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thornton Beach Kiosk - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lync Haven - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Daintree Wilderness Lodge Breakfast Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ricid - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe At Sea - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views on 14 May 2026 start from AU$395, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Daintree Holiday Homes - La Vista - Private Pool & Jet Spa - Ocean Views located?

This family-friendly Cow Bay holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Wet Tropics of Queensland, Daintree Discovery Centre and Kaba-Kada Nature Refuge. Acaciavale Nature Refuge and Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the openness of this place and the outdoor kitchen where we could enjoy the views. No need for aircon when you have the open (fly screen) breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2025
Thanks for the excellent review. Glad that you and your family enjoyed my place...(they won't let me use First names in my response anymore :( All the best, Dean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique rainforest escape

A charming retreat designed to maximise interaction with the exotic surrounds. And magnificent views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thanks for your excellent review Kim. Really glad you enjoyed my place. All the best, Dean.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ines K.

A wonderful adventure.

We had a great time. The house was very nice and open. We were pleasantly surprised that there were so few bugs and mosquitos and we didn't have any problems with that. The view is stunning. We can definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for taking the time to leave such a nice review Ines. I'm Really glad that you and your wife, mum & sister had a wonderful time in The Daintree. All the best, Dean.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin W.

What a view!

We had a great stay in La Vista. A breathtaking view, no neighbours in sight, you get the impression of being all alone in the rainforest, but with all the comfort you need! Tha shack and the studio are built with love and all is very well thought. The two Beds are really comfortable, but the additional sofa beds would do harm to the back of an adult. Those who sleep in the shack will hear animals going around the house in the night. In the studio, you just hear the birds singing. Dean was not on the site, but karen lives nearby and answered promptly to all our questions. Thanks a lot, Dean and Karen! Kerstin, nov. 2016
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks very much for your thoughtful review Kerstin. We really appreciate your time. So glad that you, your wife and two sons enjoyed La Vista and your stay in The Daintree. All the best, Dean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

The Pictures don't do La Vista justice

La Vista was everything we hoped it would be. Truly, Dean's pictures do not do the setting justice. The views are gorgeous with Thornton Peak to the west and Cape Trib to the east. The sunrises and sunsets were magical. It was the perfect place to reunite with our son who has been in Australia since January. La Vista was also the perfect home base to explore the The Daintree, We hiked Mt. Sorrow, walked miles of beaches and discovered the undersea world of the Great Barrier Reef. But our favorite thing was just spending time back at La Vista. Cooking dinner together every night was great fun. I will admit I was skeptical of the outdoor kitchen and bugs, but none of my worries ever materialized! What made our stay at La Vista even better was Dean. He was so nice and helpful. We are so grateful to him for opening up his beautiful property to us for this very special trip! It was beyond perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for taking the time to leave this fantastic review for La Vista Emily. We really appreciate it. All the best, Dean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location

La Vista is an amazing property located in its own glade in the Daintree. The views out to Cape Tribulation are second to none and many evenings were spent just taking in this location (with the support of the odd beer/wine). We booked this to experience living in the forest with all this entails (incredible wildlife noises at night). Dean was a very responsive owner and very much respected our privacy. In summation if you want to experience the Daintree in a comfortable stilt house this property is for you.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2025
Thanks for your excellent and thoughtful review. Always nice to hear. All the best, Dean.
Verified

8/10 Good

CHRISTOPHER M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property. It had everything we needed. The view was stalla.

Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2025
Good to hear. Really glad you had everything you needed. All the best, Dean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A unique and magical property. The views are even better than in the website. We loved the open-air layout and the pool is fantastic - wonderful outlook and very cooling in a FNQ summer. Our teenage kids loved the separate shack with cable tv and pool table.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthias L.

Tolle Aussicht, tolles Design. Super Gastgeber. Einfach ein Traum!

Wunderbar gelegen, außergewöhnliches Haus. Wahnsinnige Aussicht. Einschlafen und Aufwachen mit den Geräuschen des Regenwaldes. Super ausgestattete Outdoor Küche.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Danke Schon Matthias, niice meeting you & your family. All the best, Dean.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Amazingly beautiful view!

The view is what hooked me. We enjoyed the inside outside living. The house has lots of instructions and found it easy to navigate the systems. We were there for 4 days and felt the location was a great jumping off point to explore the area. We went on a jungle walk, croc tour, snorkeling, entomology museum, and played on the beaches. This was my first time staying in a rain forest and I felt like I got a chance to truly experience it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for the great and informative review Sarah. Glad you enjoyed your experience in the Rainforest. All the best, Dean.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sheila V.

Jaw dropping!

Stunning doesn't even come close to describing this property! Everything is perfect! The bed is super comfortable but is nothing compared to spending mornings and evenings relaxing in the hammock taking in the views. The property is well stocked for everything you need in a stay. Highly recommended!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks so much for the lovely comments Sheila. Glad you both enjoyed La Vista. All the best, Dean.

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Hosted by Dean Wilson

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