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10/10 Excellent
Deniska
9 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Deniska
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022
Entire apartment
Just a short stroll to beautiful Yorkeys Knob beach
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Escape to The Moorings, a modern townhouse with queen beds in each bedroom. Take a 5-minute walk along the shaded melaleuca path to Yorkeys Knob Beach and enjoy free WIFI, an open plan kitchen, and office workstation.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
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About this property
Just a short stroll to beautiful Yorkeys Knob beach
- 2 bedroom self-contained townhouse featuring queen beds in both bedrooms - Spacious, Spotless and Quiet. A 5-minute walk along the shaded melaleuca path will bring you directly to the sandy shores of Yorkeys Knob Beach. This beautifully renovated townhouse exhibits modern decor, gleaming tiles, and free WIFI. Bathroom upstairs and additional toilet downstairs. Office/workstation. Fully equipped open plan kitchen.
The Moorings is a short 13 minutes from the Cairns Airport and 20 minutes north of Cairns City. Our staff can also offer help with local tour bookings and general regional information.
Along with the short walk to Yorkeys Beach, The Moorings is also conveniently located a 10-minute walk to the Yorkeys Knob Marina and Boat Club. They offer an open aired bar, a la carte restaurant, and free shuttle service. The Village shopping centre (5-minute walk) offers local food venues which include a Chinese/Vietnamese restaurant (Lan's Vietnamese), a Thai restaurant (Bangkok Street Food), Japanese restaurant (Sushi J) and Hidden Cafe at the Southern end of the Esplanade. Cafe Yorkeys is the go-to for your morning coffee/breakie special (free WIFI for customers).
Not suitable for young children
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Walkway to water
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Property does not allow children
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
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
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
About the area
Located by the sea, this apartment is in Yorkeys Knob, a neighbourhood in Cairns. Smithfield Conservation Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tanks Arts Centre and Cairns Botanic Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cable Ski Cairns or Cazaly's Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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Cairns, QLD
What's nearby
Yorkeys Knob Beach6 min walk - 0.6 km
Cairns Esplanade14 min drive - 17.6 km
Palm Cove Beach17 min drive - 14.4 km
Cairns Central Shopping Centre18 min drive - 20.3 km- Half Moon Bay Golf Course16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
- Redlynch Station14 min drive
- Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)18 min drive
Restaurants
- Il Chiosco13 min drive
- Hungry Jack's8 min drive
- KFC8 min drive
- Trinity Beach Tavern13 min drive
- McDonald's8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Just a short stroll to beautiful Yorkeys Knob beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Just a short stroll to beautiful Yorkeys Knob beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Just a short stroll to beautiful Yorkeys Knob beach?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Just a short stroll to beautiful Yorkeys Knob beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Just a short stroll to beautiful Yorkeys Knob beach located?
Located in Yorkeys Knob, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course. Cattana Wetlands is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.
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8/10 Good
Sandra G.
26 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
May Stay
We stayed at Yorkeys Knob for a getaway from Cold Melbourne weather, and it didnt disappoint
Sandra G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jadwiga Yaga F.
25 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quite and comfy
Excellent place to stay, absolutely clean, quite and very comfortable. Close to beach. Even small and big size coolers are avail for your own food while traveling around.
Jadwiga Yaga F.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
warren k.
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Property is at an ideal area clean and tidy suggestion could you put a new light bulb in hall way light had to turn on bedroom lamps earlier so we could see our way up stairs at night.
warren k.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patricia K.
18 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yorkeys Knob
A delightful place for a relaxing holiday, great beach and excellent local facilities.
Patricia K.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Catherine W.
20 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, short walk to beach.Shopping centre also in walking distance
Everything was perfect, property,location all provide a fantastic getaway.
Would highly recommend
Catherine W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brooke P.
2 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yorkys knob
Rate it a 10/10 felt so homely short walk to waterfront loved it😊the town house had everything we needed plus more.
Brooke P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John E.
31 May 2021
The Moorings
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Comfortable, spacious, and relaxing. Quiet neighbourhood!