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Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat

4.0 star property
Butchers Creek mountain apartments with kitchens
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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Standard Tree House
Two Bedroom Treehouse | Living area
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Lounge area
    Lounge area
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
    Refrigerator
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • 12 smoke-free apartments
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Hiking/biking trails
Feel at home
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Standard Tree House

Standard Tree House

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 64 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Two Bedroom Treehouse

Two Bedroom Treehouse

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 105 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 140 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
324 Land Road, via Lake Eacham, Malanda, Atherton Tablelands, Butchers Creek, QLD, 4885

What's nearby

  • Rose Gums Nature Refuge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wooroonooran National Park - 23 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Lake Eacham - 25 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Crater Lakes National Park - 26 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Lake Barrine - 29 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 105 min drive
  • Tolga Station - 42 min drive
  • Cairns Gordonvale Station - 64 min drive
  • Babinda Station - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peeramon Hotel - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Rainforest Bounty - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lake Barrine - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Nerada Tea - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Platypus Bend Eco Retreat - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat

When visiting Butchers Creek, Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat is a great choice to consider. Free self-parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with on-site hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and apartments feature fireplaces and kitchens.

Languages

English

At a glance

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self-parking on site

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Library
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • 40-cm flat-screen TV with digital service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lifts
  • Soundproofing
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Local maps
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Waterskiing 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 12 rooms
  • 1 floor
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2002

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per stay

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat House Lake Eacham
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Lake Eacham
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Apartment Lake Eacham
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Apartment
Rose Gums Wilrness Retreat Ea
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Aparthotel
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Butchers Creek
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Aparthotel Butchers Creek

Frequently asked questions

Does Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as hiking, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat also has a garden.
Does Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes cookware, a fridge and a microwave.
Does Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, each apartment features a balcony.
What's the area around Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat like?
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat is a short 2-minute walk from Rose Gums Nature Refuge and 3 minutes' walk from Wet Tropics of Queensland.

Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jeffrey, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jerrold, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rhys, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bruce, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Far from the madding crowd
Wonderful place to retreat for a few days with beautiful walks on the property through tropical forest. If you like nature and seclusion this is the place for you. The rooms are well maintained, clean and comfortable with all the amenaties needed for self catering. There is however, no Wifi access in the room and telephone coverage is poor; so I would not recomend this for someone who needs to stay connected. Otherwise, no complaints and an enjoyable stay.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Peacefully quiet which made it relaxing
Kelvin, 3-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing family stay!
We stayed in a 2 bedroom villa treehouse for 2 nights. The treehouse was amazingly clean and very well equipped. We loved the breakfast hamper that was provided. We made sure to bring enough food and drinks to cover our stay for lunch and dinner as we were quite a long way from restaurants. David was very helpful and full of knowledge about places to visit. We were very secluded and private even though there were a number of treehouses on the property. It was lovely to wake to the sounds of birds in the mornings. Even though there was no air conditioning the treehouse was cool and comfortable on very hot days, we all slept very well.
Patricia, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really beautiful views. Very private and secluded. We also enjoyed feeding the birds and musky-rat kangaroos at 8:30am. We stuck around a little longer and had a visit by a juvenile cassowary.
Tierney, 3-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay for holidays. In the cabin we stayed the bush outside the balcony was so wildly overgrown that was hard to appreciate everything else. There was deadbush on top of overgrown weed. Everything else was exceptional
2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Rose Gums - peaceful retreat
A beautiful spot and a very helpful owner/manager
David, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful tree change
The Manager David was excellent and very helpful. He made you feel welcome and had helpful info for the stay. We had 3 bedroom villa and it was perfect. Very spacious, clean and beautiful surrounds. It is very private and you cannot see any other villas. A great breakfast hamper was provided. Unfortunately we didn't get to do any hiking. Would recommend for those looking to escape. Great stay.
Kym, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning experience
Beautiful cabin overlooking rainforest. Clean and comfortable. Beautiful walks through rainforest. We saw a cassowary on the property and a tree kangaroo at nearby Nerada Tea Plantation where we had an excellent morning tea.
The balcony overlooking rainforest
Rose Gum
Tree kangaroo
Carmel, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful location for a cosy getaway! The cabin was so spacious and the view was gorgeous from the balcony and the bath inside the cabin. Being surrounded by the rainforest and listening to all the birds was incredible. Fireplace a bonus too for a cosy night in.
2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic jungle setting, super relaxing. Could use more comfortable seating on the decks, if you could lay back and relax you wouldn't leave the decks the surrounding jungle is that good The elephant grass is starting to get out of hand but would recommend Rose Gums to everyone. We'll be back and friends are already looking to go there.
3-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

The host was friendly and informative and contacted me before arriving on how to check in, due to covid. The wifi was only available while standing or sitting outside of reception and not on the bird feeding side of the building. Given that several of the treehouses aren't close to reception it would make it a bit of a problem to get a connection. Wifi should be available at the treehouses. AC wouldn't go astray as it can be a bit uncomfortable to sleep at night. Yes there were a couple of fans, but at night with them on became to tad noisy. Overall it is a great place to unwind and relax.
3-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful private rainforest walks to a creek.
Darrin, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was so peaceful and beautiful. The perfect place to unwind and get away from everything. The natural beauty of the landscape is priceless
2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

wonderful place to stay
Beautiful relaxing stay in the forest, gorgeous natural timber modern cabin with view over the valley. Even though it was raining we still saw some wild life and the views of the rain and lightning added to the cosy feeling. The in room facilities were great and the provided first day breakfast was very generous. Thank you for a delightful experience.
Ian, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful Rose Gums....
We are so pleased we chose Rose Gums, what a delightful place, so peaceful and secluded. We were concerned that we might have difficulty finding our way as we arrived after dark but iPhone map directions took us right there without any problem. The tree houses are fabulous with every comfort provided. We didn't manage to empty the very generous breakfast welcome basket, even though we decided to extend our stay an extra night in preference to spending that time at the coast. Peta's very interesting morning talk on the parrots and Musky Rat Kangaroos that visit should not be missed. We also highly recommend the on site restaurant where we enjoyed two excellent dinners. There are many places to visit and wildlife to seek out in the surrounding area, the owners, Peta & Jon, are a mine of information and never tired of making suggestions and providing directions with lots of very useful maps!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tranquil rainforest paradise
Lovely, quiet and peaceful. The tree houses are a good distance away from each other with thick forest in between, guaranteeing privacy. Lots of good bushwalking trails - the creek trail can get a bit tricky and there are leeches near the water. The giant rose gums were awesome! Treehouses are nice with a beautiful spa overlooking the forest and valley. Only complaint is that our stay was too short.
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay at Rose Gums
We wanted two days in the Tablelands and Rose Gums is an ideal location. The accommodation is fantastic, being a tree house design with no others nearby. Our meal in the restaurant was excellent, chef Bradley is very good.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A peaceful retreat
If you're looking to get away from it all, I'd definitely recommend this place. From your tree house, all you can hear are the sounds of nature. We didn't even realise there were people staying in the house next door until we saw them at dinner. The restaurant is very good, though not cheap.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice but pricey
House large and comfortable. In very grown trees so no real views. Whilst downstairs was clean, upstairs had not been cleaned properly (may be it had not been used for a while). Whilst it was nice it was not quite the luxury treehouse (house in the trees) we expected for the high price paid. Staff were extremely helpful. . 2 bedrooms are not really that as the upstairs is an open floor. Ok for family with our children but may not be so convenient for friends together. Interesting property, Lovely grounds. Watch out for the leeches on the walks but they are lovely walks. I would stay herre again if I could find any deals.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Romantic anniversary weekend
beautiful location, very peaceful and private. Loved the fireplace and spa bath. Restaurant served delicious food and was BYO. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, wish we could have stayed longer!
Verified Hotels.com guest review