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Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat

4.0 star property
Aparthotel units in Butchers Creek with kitchens and balconies
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Standard Tree House
Two Bedroom Treehouse | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
324 Land Road, via Lake Eacham, Malanda, Atherton Tablelands, Butchers Creek, QLD, 4885
  • Rose Gums Nature Refuge
    2 min walk
  • Wooroonooran National Park
    23 min drive
  • Tolga Station
    42 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    105 min drive

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

Butchers Creek

Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat places you steps from Rose Gums Nature Refuge and within a short 5-minute stroll of Wet Tropics of Queensland. Highlights at this aparthotel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features a flat-screen TV with digital channels, along with a fireplace, a balcony and a sitting area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include dressing gowns and free toiletries. A DVD player, a separate bath and shower and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Butchers Creek aparthotel include Johnstone River Nature Refuge and Wooroonooran National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Eacham - 25 min drive
  • Crater Lakes National Park - 26 min drive
  • Lake Barrine - 29 min drive
  • Cairns Esplanade - 82 min drive
  • Babinda Boulders - 93 min drive

Getting around

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

Aparthotel units in Butchers Creek with kitchens and balconies
As a guest of Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Butchers Creek aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 2002
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat offers 12 accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. 40-cm flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and DVD players.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 40-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Tennis
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 12 buildings
  • 12 units
  • Built in 2002
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat?

Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat?

Yep, Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat?

No, Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
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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 Excellent

Nihan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the tree house! It was so pretty and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerrold

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kelvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peacefully quiet which made it relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tierney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Rose Gums - peaceful retreat
A beautiful spot and a very helpful owner/manager
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kym

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Darrin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beautiful private rainforest walks to a creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so peaceful and beautiful. The perfect place to unwind and get away from everything. The natural beauty of the landscape is priceless
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

John, Suffolk, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Townsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Maidstone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.

10/10 Excellent

Katherine, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.

8/10 Good

woodlans, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.