Family-friendly vacation rentals in Cardwell

Rivertribe Artist Residence

Step into another world of unique wonder and beauty. This private, eco, open plan house is located on the edge of the rainforest, 2 kms from beautiful North Mission Beach & Village. Everywhere you look is handcrafted to create your perfect sanctuary. The house features a large outdoor moon bath and has 3 bedrooms with 1Q, 1D and 2S. Can sleep 6ppl. Large back verandah with pool table. Well equipped with all you need for a a relaxing, entertaining family holiday or secluded honeymoon experience.

Forrest Beach Family Holiday House

This large spacious family house has recently been fully renovated with all bedrooms and living areas larger than the normal house. This provides plenty of space for the guests or large family. The house is fully equipped to make your stay comfortable and relaxing so all you need to pack is your food and family. The house is fully airconditioned but is also be kept cool by sea breezes through open windows and doors. The house is approximately 500m walking distance to a beautiful clean beach.

Casa Palma

Stylish tropical detached villa opposite the palm fringed beach and a short stroll to the laid back village of Mission Beach with a great choice of restaurants bars and galleries. Ideal for singles or couples with a queen bedroom and a daybed in living room. A cot and high chair are available. Soak up the sun on the deck lounges. Relax in the exclusive use of the cabana and cool off in the plunge pool. Continental breakfast provisions are complimentary. Casa Palma is for house guests only.

Aloha Studio

** Special - Stay 2 nights and receive Complimentary bottle of Wine and cheese plate. Valid for stays from 1 October to 31 December 2025 ** Aloha Studio is located just a 3 min drive or 5 min walk to Mission Beach and a 10 min easy walk to the beautiful palm fringed beach with views across to Dunk Island. The Studio offers all you will need for a perfect getaway. We have taken great care in the design and comfort of our studio offering a relaxing space to enjoy your stay in Mission Beach.

Villa Amavi, South Mission Beach

Peaceful, secluded and nestled in tropical rainforest with breathtaking views of South Mission Beach & Dunk Island. Escape and completely unwind, in your own private luxury holiday home. One week relaxing here feels like a month away. Fully air conditioned with spacious indoor & outdoor living areas the Villa can be configured for 2 to 10 guests, making it an ideal holiday home for any size group. Villa Amavi also covers 100% of Airbnb's service fee, so that guests pay $0 service fee.

Modern Beach Shack | Escape for Two W/ Pool

Located in a sleepy little beach town that time forgot. Where ancient palms shade your path and prehistoric creatures still roam the land. The slow monday sits on the edge of protected forest (a cassowary corridor) just a stroll from the beach. A modern take on the classic Australian beach shack, the house is designed for the Queensland tropics. There are two pavilions, one for living and the other for sleeping, all with large glass sliding doors that open up to let the environment in.

Mission Beach Rural Escape

Daily rate is for a couple using the king bedroom. If you want to use an extra bedroom, it is $30 per person per night. Book at the extra person rate. Modern cottage in traditional Queenslander style, just a few minutes drive to the beach, to cafes, restaurants and retail shops. Relax on our organic fruit farm with stunning views to world heritage rainforest. There are little touches to make you feel welcome and comfortable. Plenty of room for families.

Bingil Bay Getaway

Adjoined by rainforest, our place is handily positioned between beautiful Bingil Bay Beach (200m) and the wonderful Bingil Bay Café (200m). The accommodation is the bottom part of a large Queenslander house with access to the pool and extensive gardens. With its own access and carport you are completely self sufficient but we are available to lend you bicycles or point you to the walking tracks. Be active or do nothing, we are private but not remote.

Beachside Retro shack

This rare find is a fully self-contained beach shack with heaps of character on a large private block. Just a 100 meter stroll to beautiful South Mission Beach and close access to coastal walking tracks and rainforest trails. Our simple, comfy retro shack has everything you need for a chilled out beachside stay. You can even bring your boat, there's plenty of room for a boat trailer on our block and river and beach boat ramps close by.