Botanical Ark Retreat near the Daintree

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Whyanbeel, QLD

Daintree Rainforest28 min drive
Macrossan Street41 min drive
Sugar Wharf41 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Boutique holiday retreat just 30 minutes north of Port Douglas.
The Botanical Ark Retreat offers so much more than just exclusive Daintree accommodation. It's your own private peaceful retreat with freshwater swimming area, free WiFi and set amongst the award winning gardens of The Botanical Ark. This secluded property borders the Daintree National Park and is just 30 minutes from the Daintree River ferry or Port Douglas, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and fabulous restaurants.

The Botanical Ark is not open to the public so guests at The Botanical Ark Retreat have exclusive use, privacy is guaranteed, and identities remain confidential.

The Botanical Ark Retreat is a spacious tropical self-contained home, with a gourmet kitchen, and a king sized master bedroom with marble ensuite and spa-bath. Three additional private bedrooms at the rear of the house (2x queen and 1 room of 2 singles) share an additional shower and toilet and allows up to 8 guests to stay.

Relax on the wide verandah overlooking the bubbling freshwater lagoon, with it's own private sandy beach. Wake to the songs of rainforest birds, and enjoy the tranquility of the garden.

The Botanical Ark Retreat is ideal for couples, family holidays and friendly reunions. Nature abounds in our peaceful Whyanbeel valley of jungle clad mountains and waterfalls.

Located within the valley are an art gallery, High Falls Farm Restaurant, and Karnak Playhouse. (Some of these venues are seasonal and/or open on specific days only). Local chocolate farmers also operate farm tours and a chocolate centre.

The closest town is Mossman, just 20 minutes away, which is the administrative and service centre for the Port Douglas and Daintree area. Here you will find popular cafes and Mojo's restaurant (recommended), along with two butchers, a bakery, newsagent, new Woolworths supermarket, doctors, hospitals and more. Port Douglas is just a further 10 minutes south. Mossman has a Saturday morning market and Port Douglas a Sunday market.

The area is rich in activities and exploring, from Crocodile cruises, and bird watching, to the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal Cultural Centre and tours, paddle boarding, river and ocean fishing, bushwalking and helicopter tours, Great Barrier Reef snorkeling and diving and more.

The region is also rich in history. The world famous Quinkan Country Prehistoric Aboriginal Art Galleries are found in the magnificent sandstone escarpments to the north west. Gold, copper and tin mining towns, some abandoned, and others still functioning can be explored, and numerous locations relevant to Captain James Cooks trials and tribulations can be found along the beautiful coast. The elevated Atherton Tablelands to the west are home to ancient volcanic craters and lakes, rich soils and highland rainforests. Small towns dot the area and weekend markets are to be enjoyed.

WIFI
Please note that although WIFI is available, it is via satellite so has restricted downloads. Please enquire if you require further information on this.

Optional Extras

PRIVATE GARDEN TOUR
The Botanical Ark Retreat is located within the gardens of The Botanical Ark. Private, guided tours are available on request and subject to availability. Please contact your host for further information and rates.

THE BOTANICAL ARK BOOK
The Botanical Ark Book is available for purchase. Please contact your host should you wish to purchase a copy.

Property manager

alan carle

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Children only permitted with prior permission

Events

No events allowed

Events only permitted with prior permission

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets only permitted with prior permission

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Events only permitted with prior permission

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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Whyanbeel

Located in Whyanbeel, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mossman Golf Club and Kuku Yalanji Dreamtime are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hook-A-Barra and Daintree Wild Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Daintree Mangroves Wildlife Sanctuary and Daintree Discovery Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Whyanbeel, QLD

What's nearby

Daintree National Park - 13 min drive
Daintree Rainforest - 28 min drive
Four Mile Beach - 40 min drive
Macrossan Street - 41 min drive
Sugar Wharf - 41 min drive

Restaurants

High Falls Riverside Restaurant - 7 min drive
High Falls Riverside Restaurant - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Botanical Ark Retreat near the Daintree pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Botanical Ark Retreat near the Daintree?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Botanical Ark Retreat near the Daintree?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Botanical Ark Retreat near the Daintree located?

This family-friendly Whyanbeel holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wet Tropics of Queensland and Daintree National Park. Mossman Golf Club and Kahana Nature Refuge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

6 Sept 2022

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

Tropical rainforest paradise

We had a fantastic time at your unique rainforest retreat. Just wished we had gotten the opportunity to meet the owners. Judging by the book we read at the retreat, that would have been a great bonus. Barbara

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

30 July 2022

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

Peaceful rainforest luxury

We had a wonderful stay. The property exceeded expectations, very well equiped and in an amazing setting. The natural swimming hole is beautiful. While being very isolated, Mossman, beaches and the Daintree are convenient. The hosts couldn't be better. Allowing us our privacy but also inviting us to a relaxed morning tea

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vincenza T.

17 July 2022

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

haven in the Daintree

A peaceful environment which allowed us to rest while being a stone throw from Mossman and port douglas

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leane S.

20 June 2022

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

This place was amazing our personal piece of paradise we will be back again so relaxing and peaceful

Awesome let's hit reset and start our paradise stay again then hit restart and never let it end

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

9 Apr 2022

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

Magical!

Absolutely idyllic property with everything we needed and more. Simply put we couldn’t fault a thing! Well situated for all the Daintree offerings or absolutely blissful to spend time in the gorgeous property with stream fed private pool in luxuriant leafy setting. What Alan and Suzi are doing is absolutely crucial for saving of world rainforests. Thank you!!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by alan carle

I spent the first 19 years of my life in the Catskill Mountains, near Woodstock, New York State. My band played ‘in Woodstock’ – not to be confused with ‘at Woodstock’. From the age of ten, I knew that Australia was my true home, and was determined to reach her shores early in my life. I’ve been here since 1970 and my youthful judgment goes unchallenged.
I arrived in Sydney, Australia, on a one-way ticket in 1970 with eighty cents in my pocket. I headed north to the Great Barrier Reef where I had dreams of building an underwater house. I studied marine biology at the Townsville campus of James Cook University.
Together with my wife, Susan, from Brooklyn, NY we developed a deep appreciation of the natural beauty, wealth, and wonders of the planet.
It was plans by the Queensland Premier of the day, Joh Bjelke-Petersen, that led us on our present path. Bjelke-Petersen wanted to drill for oil on the Great Barrier Reef and chop down Queensland’s rainforests for woodchips. Alan left university to work full time for the Cape York Conservation Council in an effort to save these national icons.
Millions of people within Australia and around the world fought to protect the reef and rainforest. “Thankfully”, says Susan, “We won.” And today, the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest are world heritage listed areas and promoted as, “Where the rainforest meets the reef”, and is probably one of the main reasons why you are or will be visiting this beautiful region.

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