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Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway

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Exterior
Room
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Jindalba Boardwalk
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Daintree Rainforest
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Port Douglas, QLD (PTI-Port Douglas Heliport)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Note - no fencing between house and creek.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
We don't have any fences on the property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cow Bay

Cow Bay is home to this holiday home. Daintree Rainforest and Wet Tropics of Queensland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Daintree Discovery Centre and Daintree Wild Zoo. Hook-A-Barra and Bat House Cape Tribulation are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cow Bay, QLD

What's nearby

  • Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cow Bay - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Jindalba Boardwalk - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Daintree Rainforest - 16 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway located?

Situated in Cow Bay, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wet Tropics of Queensland, Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge and Cow Bay. Daintree Discovery Centre and Kaba-Kada Nature Refuge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

antoinette e.

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

Bella V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
Perfect property to spotlight and spend time in the rainforest.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Linda C.

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

Richard H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Fred O.

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

8/10 Good

Craig P., Mudgee

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

John B.

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

Natan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holger B.

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

8/10 Good

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

6/10 Okay

Mariana

Liked: Communication
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

8/10 Good

Shirley and. Graeme G.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
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

Linnea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jester Q.

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

8/10 Good

Noli P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quite isolated, great spot for us.
easy directions to property. basic house, definetly needs better lighting!!! Overall, good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical place to escape the world!
We loved everything about our stay at Moo Creek except that it was too short! The house is thoughtfully kitted out and we didn’t lack a thing! Waking up to the serenity of the rainforest and going for a dip in the pristine, croc free, creek was for sure the best way to start each day. Cow Bay is stunning and we pretty much had it entirely to ourselves. Magical! Would absolutely rent this property again and highly recommend it to anyone wanting to disappear, refresh and renew their spirit in the magical Daintree 🙏🦋
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

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Hosted by Roland Kahsnitz

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