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Sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cow Bay, QLD
  • Daintree Discovery Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Jindalba Boardwalk
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Daintree Rainforest
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cow Bay

In Cow Bay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wet Tropics of Queensland and 2 miles (3 km) of Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge with a stay here. Also, Cow Bay is within 2 miles (3 km) and Daintree Discovery Centre is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cow Bay - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Jindalba Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Daintree Rainforest - 19 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Cape Kimberley - 21 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lync-Haven - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cape Trib Beach House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪On the Turps - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Daintree Tea Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Crocs - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway

Moo Creek is a fully equipped holiday home in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest. It is within walking distance to Cow Bay Beach and only a short drive to restaurants, boardwalks and other sights of the Daintree. With one king bed, double futon and single bed, Moo Creek is suitable both for couples and families seeking to get away from it all and relax. There is ceiling fans through out house and plenty of air flow from outside. With a large open living area and covered decking overlooking a private creek and surrounded by rainforest it is a truly tranquil space.

The space
Moo Creek is entirely reliant on solar power and rainwater so we ask that guests are mindful of power and water usage during their stay. We also have a generator as a back up for power. While it doesn't need to be used very often you should note that as the property is in a rainforest we do experience periods of cloud and rain and therefore at times this may necessitate the running of the generator for power. There is no mobile reception or wifi available on the property which adds to the feeling of being able to totally switch off from it all. There is mobile reception available just a few minutes drive up the road however if needed. We provide books, movies and games for guests as well as all products including shampoo etc. We would also recommend that guests shop for groceries prior to heading into the Daintree (there is a Woolworths in Mossman) as there are very limited options for groceries once you have crossed over the river. We provide both a plunger and a stove top espresso maker at the house, however guests need to provide their own ground coffee for these.

Guest access
Guests have the entire property to themselves for the duration of their stay. This includes the private swimming holes in the creek running through dense rainforest. Given sufficient time and an Australian address we are happy to post ferry passes to you to save you the cost of the ferry. Otherwise we provide a ferry pass for your return journey (on the Daintree River Ferry crossing) so only a one way pass needs to be purchased to access the property. Additional passes can also be arranged for guests staying longer than 3 nights.

Other things to note
Our creek on the property has two small swimming holes which are accessed from the decking area. The creek is crocodile free and therefore safe to cool off in the warmer months.

Property manager

Roland Kahsnitz

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: We don't have any fences on the property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Note - no fencing between house and creek.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Moo Creek Rainforest Hideaway
Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway Cow Bay
Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway Private vacation home
Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway Private vacation home Cow Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway to the airport?

This vacation home is 74.8 mi (125-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway to the beach?

This vacation home is 1 mi (2-min drive) from Cow Bay and 7.9 mi (20-min drive) from Cape Kimberley. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway to downtown Cow Bay?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Cow Bay.

Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house to stay

Absolutely great location very chilled.Resident Cassowary and baby visit fantastic.This house has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

MOO-GICALLY MOO-VALOUS

Really lovely wildlife experiences in beautiful nature. The home is simple, spacious and caters to your needs. The owners have gone above and beyond to leave easy-to-understand instructions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

antoinette e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very peaceful

i felt safe knowing I could get help from the neighbor/caretaker, Connie. she was very helpful and supportive since I was traveling by myself.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rainforest Stay

A relaxing, rejuvenating,peaceful stay with nature all around.Our 2 dogs enjoyed romping around the beach at Cow Bay and swimming in Moo Creek. Overall an enjoyable quiet stay in a beautiful environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adventure in the Daintree

Fine if you are prepared for an off grid experience. Good sleeping, loved waking up to the birds singing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bella V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Perfect property to spotlight and spend time in the rainforest.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linnea R.

Liked: Cleanliness

pr

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay

It was a very nice and quiet place. We found the snake climbing in the gutters on house 2nd evening, very cool. The pool was nice to swim in and the fish would nibble on you and were jumping out of water a little to bite at my beard. My son thought it was a riot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Mariana

Traveled with partner
You definitely feel like you are in the rainforest here, and the host and property caretaker are both friendly and helpful. Important to note we got no data signal and there's no Wifi, which makes trip logistics a bit difficult. Also the driveway was barely passable for a car as of July 2024, though they plan to fix this. Our one issue was the cockroaches in the kitchen/ living area. The host offered to clean and spray roach killer, but we weren't convinced that would fix the problem so we opted to eat the cost of another hotel and leave early. This is a rainforest, so perhaps these things are to be expected, but we just didn't want to stay in a place with roaches. You can decide for yourself.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely retreat in the Daintree rainforest. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Ferry vouchers were much appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holger B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect hideaway for exploring the rainforest and it’s hidden treasure

Our family of four had a wonderful two-night stay in this cozy cabin nestled in the heart of the Daintree forest. The accommodation was spotlessly clean and well-equipped, providing all the comforts we needed. The highlight was our evening around the campfire, roasting marshmallows under the stars. We were immersed in the sounds of the jungle at night, with a chorus of frogs and birds surrounding us. An exciting moment came when we spotted wild boars crossing the road! While we didn't get to meet Caramel, the resident python, the abundance of wildlife made our stay truly memorable. The cabin offered the perfect base to explore this magical rainforest. We'll definitely return for another adventure in this slice of paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bring a Couple of Good Books

Moo Creek is a peaceful getaway. It doesn't have mobile connection. It doesn't have WhatsApp, YouTube, that X thing, Facewhatever, SMSs, or mains power. It does have very helpful caretakers nearby. It does have peace and quiet, other than the bounty of birdlife. It does have a flowing creek with a pool where tiny fish join you. If you've had a busy schedule then you should find Moo Creek, which close to Cow Bay Beach, instantly calming.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to relax in the rainforest

We had a very lovely and relaxing time! The house is well-equipped, with a full kitchen and BBQ, and is well located close to the beautiful Cow Bay Beach and surrounded by trees
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and quiet

The property met all our expectations and then some. Very beautiful and quiet location. I very much enjoyed the veranda and of course the surrounding rainforest. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Craig P., Mudgee

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet quirky rainforest setting

Great property for a family visit. Plenty of board games and the creek swimming was the most refreshing part of our stay. The beds were comfortable and we had just about everything we needed to cook for ourselves and was lovely to bbq overlooking the rainforest.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Moo creek is just what you’re looking for

Private comfortable and conveniently close to Cow bay beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fantastic experience

This was a delightful property in a beautiful, serene location. It was so private, and so comfortable; it felt like a home away from home. We would happily go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend

Absolutely wonderful little cottage in beautiful Cow Bay So quiet and peaceful and nestled right in the rainforest, little creek was an absolute delight to myself and our dog, and so close to the beach..... comfy bed, bookcase full of books, movie and games, loved dining on the deck then a drink by the fire listening to all the sounds in the rainforest Thank you soooo much and we cannot wait to come stay again :) :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Libby S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay amongst the rainforest

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It is a bit rustic but as shown online so no surprises. It was great to be surrounded by the rainforest, listening to the sounds of nature. We even had wildlife right outside the door. The kids loved all the games on offer, it was great to get them away from the screen. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway!

Great location, lovely little home for a few days, everything we needed and wanted. Our little dogs loved it as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen C S., Cairns Qld

Liked: Cleanliness

Recharge the batteries

Tranquil, peaceful quiet relaxing sounds of rain & gentle wind blowing, Exploring the local area ie Cow Bay, spectacular, Ice cream farm delicious &yummy,- seeing wildlife like cassowaries delightfully charming , Discovery Centre - very intriguing & interesting , Thorton Beach- lovely beach to see& the drive along to the Daintree Ferry with all the canopy of dense rainforest truely mesmerising! Looking forward to going again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Shirley and. Graeme G.

Different Experience.

The house was not what we expected. Being off grid was no problem. Was not happy about no phone at house. Was told no reception but given landline phone number for emergencies, which we would have driven 6ks to reception. The position of house was good, could do with a thorough clean. The experience was very Rainforest, cape Tribulation which was great. Overall a different experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jester Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little piece of heaven

Stayed at Moo Creek mid-June with my partner as a get-away from hustle and bustle of the city. The residence was well-maintained. The fridge was stocked adequately with milk, coffee and tea were available. Good selection of crockery and utensils. Ample supply of natural body wash and shampoo that were septic-tank friendly. Instructions were clearly detailed just in case any appliances needed trouble-shooting. During our stay, all equipment was fully functioning. The provision of candles gave a romantic ambience at night. There was a friendly reminder about Caramel the python that we could encounter in the yard but unfortunately, she was nowhere to be seen for the days that we were there. Would have loved to have a pictorial with her. A 10-second walk from the verandah is a gentle relaxing creek. This would be a nice spot to bathe during the warmer months. Location-wise, Cow Bay beach is just 5 minutes drive down the road. Communication with Roland was prompt and he kindly provided us with a ferry pass to cross the Daintree River. Thank you owners for sharing your little piece of heaven with us. Would stay with you again on future trips to Daintree.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022