[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lillypads Red Cottage - Rainforest Tranquility Vacation home in Mission Beach with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34626800/34626775/3636509c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34626800/34626775/fa9d093d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34626800/34626775/3dd72c21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34626800/34626775/38e4a496.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34626800/34626775/9aaa2563.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled between the rainforest and Great Barrier Reef, Lillypads offers a serene retreat with two luxury cottages overlooking the lily lagoon and gardens. Unwind in your spa tub on the back verandah or lounge by the 11-meter saltwater pool surrounded by semi-shaded decks. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Pool - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Lillypads Red Cottage - Rainforest Tranquility Lillypads Cottages make the very best of the tropical rainforest setting, featuring two Cottages that are set harmoniously within the vivid green rainforest. Couched between the Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef and only minutes to the quaint village of Mission Beach situated on the beach overlooking Dunk and Bedarra Islands. The Cottage's overlook the lily lagoon and gardens with views to the mountain range. The lagoon and gardens are designed to attract the splendid rainforest creatures. These 2 bedroom - 2 bathroom luxury rainforest Cottages offer open plan living - kitchen area opening onto screened indoor - outdoor verandas. You can sit and gaze over the lily lagoon from the front verandah or you can relax in your spa tub on the back verandah and gaze in to the rainforest. Bliss....... The kitchen has it all for the Home Chef including herbs, oils, vinegars etc plus farm fresh eggs and tropical seasonal fruits (when available) - cooking will be a pleasure not a chore. For the occasional days or nights when the cool breezes from the rainforest are not gently wafting through the cottage there is the option of air-conditioning. For those who like to lay beside the pool Lillypad's pool area is ideal. There are semi-shaded decks for each chalet adjoining a cool deep 11 meter saltwater pool set into the lagoon. Lillypads is pure indulgence for couples, families or the perfect tropical honeymoon. Sunshine or rain Lillypads will release your stress. We will be available for as little or as much assistance as you require. We are just a phone call away. Happy to assist with “What to Do” whilst staying at Mission Beach. Mission Beach is a great location for your holiday. The quaint shopping village of Mission Beach offers a selection of cafes, restaurants, bars. There is also a great fruit and vegetable store, mini mart and specialty food store/bakery. It is great fun strolling around the village shops and galleries. The first and third Sunday of each month there are markets in the Ulysses park at Mission Beach. The Monster Markets are Last Sunday of month from Easter Sunday to November. During the stinger months (November to May) there is a stinger enclosure at Mission Beach. The new swimming pool is located at Mission Beach including a hydrotherapy pool. The “Dunk and Splash” water play pad is on the foreshore of Wongaling Beach. Woolworths Supermarket is just a 5 - 10 min drive from Mission Beach village. It is located at Wongaling Beach. Mission Beach shopping village and the beach is just a few minutes drive or a 10 to 15 minute walk from Lillypads Cottages. Or we can arrange push bike hire. A great way to travel around Mission Beach. DIRECTIONS AND ACCESS INFORMATION Once your booking is confirmed we shall phone you for your private email address so we can send you directions and access information for the property. You will go directly to the property. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1 square foot ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104510000/104504700/104504649/278fc094.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil, 3 bedroom cottage set on an organic tropical fruit farm! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 757103 Lillypads Mission Beach Tropical Paradise Lillypads - Mission Beach - Tropical paradise Mission Beach ## About the area Mission Beach is home to this vacation home. Licuala State Forest and Murdering Point Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Djiru National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland. [Visit our Mission Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mission-Beach.dx6130128) [View more Vacation homes in Mission Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Mission-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6130128-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-17.86930%2C146.09100&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DsPNnY-CVtl7tocrTkAC7JPiyPk=) Mission Beach, QLD ### What's nearby - Mission Beach Community Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Mission Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Cassowary Connection Nature Refuge - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Lot 66 Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Licuala State Forest - 8 min drive - 8.6 km ### Getting around - Tully Station - 22 min drive - Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 112 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Mission Beach Tavern - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Garage - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bingil Bay Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Nana Thai Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪Fishbar - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Lillypads Red Cottage - Rainforest Tranquility have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Lillypads Red Cottage - Rainforest Tranquility pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lillypads Red Cottage - Rainforest Tranquility? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lillypads Red Cottage - Rainforest Tranquility? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lillypads Red Cottage - Rainforest Tranquility located? > Situated in Mission Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Mission Beach Community Arts Centre and Djiru National Park. Wet Tropics of Queensland and Mission Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lillypads Red Cottage - Rainforest Tranquility Reviews 9.6 ### 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 8 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lianna R. Sep 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful mini break away from it all We absolutely loved our stay here! So much that we didn’t want to leave to explore mission beach! It was the perfect getaway amongst nature and felt like even though we were inside, we were very much in the rainforest too. Can’t wait to come back! ##### Lianna R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rike C. Jul 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Calm and rejuvenating It’s been a wonderful stay in a beautiful setting with all amenities you want catering for all ages of our family. It is so close to everything, from beaches, shops, rainforest walks and if you just want to hang out and watch the wild life the pool was perfect for the children. Thank you for a wonderful break. ##### Rike C. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kersti N., Melbourne, Australia Oct 27, 2016 #### Pretty cottage in secluded setting Property set in easily accessible, yet secluded setting. All kitchen equipment required for a self catered stay available. Large front enclosed porch provides a lovely setting for breakfasts and dinners, complete with frog-song. Swimming pool very welcome on hot days. ##### Kersti N. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim F. Jan 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic cottage One of the best places we have stayed at, very comfortable, quiet and relaxing, would recommend to anyone wanting some peace and quiet ##### Tim F. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris C. Sep 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and peaceful Lilypads is a great destination if you want a quiet, peaceful weekend close to the village and beach. The cottages are very well equipped, so you can be totally self-sufficient if you want to be. Cassowary sightings seem to be almost guaranteed! Highly recommended. ##### Chris C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynda C. Jul 31, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Long Weekend Great - nice place to stay will come back again ##### Lynda C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew F. Jul 4, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place Had a wonderful time, the house and gardens are so beautiful. We were 2 families, having the the 2 seperate houses was perfect. ##### Matthew F. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. Jul 25, 2018 #### Fabulous Such a well equipped peaceful and private house, perfect for a romantic couples getaway from it all.The cottage has all you need for a short or long stay, covered and screened veranda the place to be to listen to and view all the Rainforest has to offer. Minutes from Mission Beach and the ocean, so much to see and do right on your doorstep on The Cassowary Coast, truly a little piece of paradise. ##### Sarah S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### leanne k. Sep 9, 2016 #### tranquil location lovely quiet property short drive to the beach. pet friendly. ##### leanne k. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 3, 2013 #### Absolutely loved this place, very private cottages with the rain forest right next to us, we even sa Absolutely loved this place, very private cottages with the rain forest right next to us, we even saw a cassowary wander past every morning! The interior of the cottage was really stylish and practical with everything you could possibly need being there. It was also very romantic with the spa bath. We loved Lilypads! in one word "Perfect"! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Sep 15, 2010 #### From the initial phone call I knew this place would be special. Between Vicky and Nancy the descrip From the initial phone call I knew this place would be special. Between Vicky and Nancy the description was perfect. Upon arrival at the red chalet we found everything and more required. Far better stocked than my home cupboards! Relaxing with a massage or spa, lying by the pool or strolling the gardens in search of herbs, fruit or Cassowaries. Three nights was not enough, I can't wait to return. Thanks ladies.