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At Fern House your serene rainforest retreat, you can look forward to a water park, a firepit and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. A playground and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

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3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fern House your serene rainforest retreat

Welcome to Fern House — a truly magical retreat hidden in the lush rainforest surrounds of Bingil Bay, where nature, comfort, and creativity come together to create an unforgettable family getaway.

Tucked away in a peaceful coastal pocket just minutes from the beach, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom hideaway is designed for guests who want to slow down, reconnect, and fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Far North Queensland. From the moment you arrive, you feel a sense of calm — a place where you can breathe deeply and forget the outside world.

Inside, Fern House is full of character and charm, featuring beautiful stained glass windows that filter tropical light throughout the home. The interiors are warm, comfortable, and thoughtfully prepared for families, with games, crafts, and everything needed to keep both kids and adults entertained and relaxed.

Step outside onto the wrap-around verandahs, where you can take in peaceful views over the pool and surrounding greenery. The outdoor spaces are made for long, slow mornings with coffee, afternoon lounging, and warm evenings under the stars. The pool area includes heating, making it enjoyable year-round, while the surrounding gardens create a private, resort-like atmosphere.

For those travelling with extra vehicles or adventure gear, there is also space to park a caravan with ease. As the evening cools, gather around the fire, enjoy the fresh forest air, and listen to the sounds of nature all around you.

This is a place where wildlife is part of daily life — including the occasional visit from the iconic cassowary wandering through the property, reminding you just how special this environment truly is.

Just a short drive away, you’ll find the pristine beaches of Bingil Bay and the wider coastline of Mission Beach, where golden sands meet the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea. From here, you can also explore island adventures to Dunk Island and further to Bedarra Island, both iconic tropical escapes just offshore.

Whether you’re here for family time, nature immersion, or simply to unwind in a one-of-a-kind setting, Fern House offers a rare combination of privacy, comfort, and magic — a place where everything has been thought of for your perfect tropical escape.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Rules

Please take Rubbish bins to the curbside on days required.

Respect the house like it was your own.

Please be considerate to neighbours.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Midgeree Bar, this holiday home is on the beach. Murdering Point Winery and Licuala State Forest are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Charley's Chocolate Factory and Mission Beach Community Arts Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hunting. Visit our Midgeree Bar travel guide
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Bingil Bay, Queensland

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach Coastline Queensland Australi
    Mission Beach
    4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Djiru National Park
    Djiru National Park
    5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Paronella Park
    Paronella Park
    36 min drive - 49.7 km
  • Clump Mountain National Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Licuala State Forest
    29 min drive - 45.1 km

Getting around

  • Tully Station
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • the chippy
    9 min drive
  • El Arish Tavern
    9 min drive
  • Charlie's Beach House
    10 min drive
  • Shanti
    9 min drive
  • Mission Beach Tavern
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fern House your serene rainforest retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Fern House your serene rainforest retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fern House your serene rainforest retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fern House your serene rainforest retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fern House your serene rainforest retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Midgeree Bar holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Clump Mountain National Park, Mission Beach and Wet Tropics of Queensland. Djiru National Park and Brooks Beach Nature Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Fern House your serene rainforest retreat Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home, felt like a home away from home, with so much too see and do.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fern House is beautiful house set in lush rainforest. Everything we could possibly want was there. We spent a lot of time just hanging out on the extensive balcony, and our boys loved the upstairs retreat area with its musical instruments. It was lovely to hear the array of wildlife sounds at night! The only thing to point out for those traveling in winter is that the pool is now covered so receives basically no sunlight, and as a result was freezing - a bit disappointing as we were hoping to use it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025