Title: Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly Vacation home in Cairns with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly ![Pool - Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113799300/113799209/af54654d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113799300/113799209/1004e457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113799300/113799209/d01fd400.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113799300/113799209/c7855f5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113799300/113799209/f0a73db8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms6501 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly Welcome to Bluewater Escape, a luxurious retreat in the exclusive Bluewater Marina estate. Designed for comfort and elegance, this modern home features standout amenities, including a mineral lap pool and a quasi-outdoor bathroom attached to the master suite. Perfect for relaxation or adventure, Bluewater Escape offers an unforgettable experience. The home boasts dual living spaces, with a spacious open-plan design. The master suite has direct pool access, while two additional bedrooms are in a self-contained section with a second bathroom, kitchenette, and lounge area—ideal for families or groups seeking privacy. Guests can enjoy full access to the pool, outdoor dining, and entertainment spaces. While the garage is not accessible, private parking is available on-site. Our team is always on hand to ensure a seamless stay. Thank you for looking after this home and respecting the rules during your stay. Check-In Form & ID: All guests are required to complete a check-in form and present valid ID upon arrival. This is for security and registration purposes. Please answer the pre-booking questions truthfully to ensure the space suits your needs, and carefully read the check-in instructions that will be sent before your arrival. Please note that we provide a starter amenity kit that includes a few essentials for your convenience, but for longer stays, you may need to go shopping to re-stock. Please remember that you are in a residential setting. We remind you to respect the neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum. No Unregistered Guests: Only registered guests are allowed on the property. No unregistered visitors are permitted inside the property. This property has a strict no party, no smoking, and no pet policy. Any breach will result in immediate cancellation or eviction. Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM via self check-in with a key safe. Check-out is before 10:00 AM. Unauthorised late check outs may incur a fee. Please follow the check out instructions sent to you and make sure you are familiar with where to leave your keys. Guests may be charged for additional housekeeping if the property requires extra cleaning time. Guests will be charged for replacing lost keys or fobs as well as a call-out fee, if required. Any smoking inside the property will result in charges to have the property professionally deodorised and furniture and carpets steam cleaned. Cancellation Policy: Our cancellation policy is firm. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover your trip in case of emergencies, illness, extreme weather, etc. Any refund requests outside of our cancellation policy will be declined. We are happy to provide documentation to your travel insurance company to help expedite your claim. Pet Policy: All dogs to be pre-approved before staying at the property. Strictly dogs only. No other pets permitted. One small to medium sized dog. No Large breed dogs. No hunting dogs. Dogs are permitted in the garden and designated dog area only. Please check the garden and clear up after your dog before you leave. Dogs are not to be left unattended at the property. Dogs must be flea treated and flea free prior to arrival. Please bring bedding and everything that your dog requires. No dogs on the furniture. No dogs in the swimming pool No Puppies that have not yet been fully house trained and/or still chew. A $500 pet bond will be frozen on your credit card at check in the event of damages or additional cleaning. Thank you, and we hope you enjoy your stay! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Unit size: 6,501 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119890000/119887200/119887187/1927f587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bel Air Vista Aurora Whitfield - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=119887187&PinnedHotelID=119887187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119299400/119299371/f8eea77f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Belle Escapes Sunset Boulevard Palm Cove - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=119299371&PinnedHotelID=119299371&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119620000/119615200/119615200/1671f26d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Three Bedroom Villa with Garden Views Palm Cove - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=119615200&PinnedHotelID=119615200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92440000/92430300/92430251/161683fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4BR Smithfield Serenity; 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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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 366370 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-16.80846%2C145.70688&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8r1j4dyJTK-WSCsLFeXjksgwD7Q=) Cairns, QLD #### What's nearby - Earl Hill Conservation Park \- 4 min drive \- 1.4 km - Moon River Beach \- 5 min drive \- 1.8 km - Smithfield Conservation Park \- 5 min drive \- 2.2 km - James Cook University \- 6 min drive \- 3.2 km - Cairns Esplanade \- 20 min drive \- 17.9 km #### Getting around - Redlynch Station - 14 min drive - Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive - ‪Yorkeys Knob Boat Club - ‬13 min drive - ‪Everyday Lover - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Coffee Club - ‬8 min drive - ‪Kewarra Village Takeaway - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly? ### What time is check-out at Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly? ### Where is Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bluewater Escape at Harbour Drive- Luxury Coastal Retreat with Private Pool | Family & Pet-Friendly Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mariam M. Oct 11, 2025 ##### Mariam M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025