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Cloud Cottage Eungella - Family friendly in beautiful rainforest mountain town!

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Welcome to the Cloud Cottage!
Cosy living area with bookcase full of literature on birds, nature and wildlife.
This plus many more
Patio garden, with friendly neighbourhood chickens.
Main Bedroom

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Eungella, QLD
  • Mackay Highlands Great Walk Trailhead
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Broken River Platypus Viewing Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Finch Hatton Gorge
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom / Study

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cloud Cottage Eungella - Family friendly in beautiful rainforest mountain town!

Exhale as you land in the 'Land of Clouds' ⋄⋄⋄

Eungella is perched atop the Clarke Range, home to crystal clear mountain streams and an amazing diversity of flora and fauna.
At ~700m elevation, you'll find a cool reprieve from the heat of summer here in the tropics!

With plenty of space for your kids, boat, toys etc, an edible garden, fruit trees and private access to a beautiful seasonal creek, you are sure to find peace here.

The space;
The Cloud Cottage is a humble and quaint space ⋄⋄⋄
~with lush gardens and plenty of animal friends both feathered and furred.
~where the experience of nature and peace is the focus, rather than the glam.
~set on a quiet dirt road in the township, this is a peaceful and convenient base to explore all that Eungella has to offer.

In this home you will find;
~ 3 generous sized bedrooms
~ A full kitchen to prepare delicious home made meals.
~ Food gardens where you can forage for your own salads, herbs and teas.
~ A bookcase full of captivating books about birds, trees, wildlife and nature.
~ A low tox space using only plant-based products for cleaning.
~ A private path to a crystal clear seasonal creek (surely occupied by fairies and gnomes!)
~ Crisp mountain air that invites you to breathe it in deeply, exhaling any tension or worries for your stay.

Parking;
- Our carport is 2.1m high.
- The flat part of the driveway can fit 2 vehicles, one under carport and one out in the open. The driveway is quite steep.
- We have a relatively flat grassed/gravel area at the bottom of our driveway that is approx. 4x7.5m and suitable for parking trailers, boats etc. Perfect for those wanting to bring their toys and explore the nearby mountain bike trails and incredible dam fishing. Please reach out if you need more info regarding this and to check availability of this space.

Wildlife notes;
~ Eungella is renowned for Birdwatching, and is home to the rare Eungella Honeyeater
~ Our pigeon pea trees in the front yard are visited daily by three species of parrots.
~ We regularly see over 30 species of bird just from the backyard.
~ A bird sighting notebook is on the table for you to record any sightings should you wish to contribute
~ We have installed a frog hotel next to the carport that is inhabited nightly by two beautiful species of frogs. You will find more information about this in the guest manual.
~ Living in such proximity to rainforest and national park means you will most likely encounter critters of some kind during your stay - please be kind to all creatures, big or small.

Guest access;
Guests have access to the whole property during their stay, minus locked outdoor sheds.

~Things to do in and around Eungella~
Under 5 minutes away;

Eungella Chalet - a great place to enjoy a meal and a drink taking in the incredible views of the valley

Eungella Markets - 2nd Sunday of each month. Enjoy fresh produce, arts/crafts, and various gifts and homemade goods. Coffee and Food available for purchase.

Goodes Lookout - stand on top of the range and take in that view!

~10 minutes away;

Cafe Eden @ Eden Hills Farm - Incredibly delicious food, sensational coffee, and views to die for. Open 7 days (weather permitting) You must not miss out on visiting this very special cafe owned by a very special family!

Broken River - the best place in Australia to spot PLATYPUS in the wild! With walking paths, beautiful grounds and an information centre, this is a great place to spend a few hours.

Cedar Gallery - Locally built and owned gallery with incredible timber and artwork on display. Beverages and local tasting plates available. Bookings recommended!

Sky Window - another breathtaking lookout, only a very short walk from the carpark. Alternatively, follow the Cedar Grove Track from the Sky Window for about 3km back towards the township for a beautiful rainforest experience.

~Other nearby things to do;

'Finch Hatton Mountain Bike Trails' - 20 minutes away.
Australia’s newest mountain bike destination, surrounded by one of the world’s oldest rainforests. A world class facility with a pump track, shuttle service, barbecue areas, bike wash, amenities and everything else you'd expect from a world class facility!

'The Diggings' - 30 mins away.
An old gold mining area at the end of a fun 4wd track! Situated in an open grassy clearing surrounded by tall trees near a calm section of Broken River, the Diggings camping area is a tranquil place to have a picnic and go for a swim. 4WD essential.

Eungella Dam - 35 mins away.
Acres of wonderful grassed and sandy areas to relax and enjoy the dam and all of the activities the dam has to offer. Swimming, boating, fishing, camping etc!

Other things to note;
**Please reach out if you are interested in midweek/longer stays. We generally only operate Thurs-Mon however we should be able to accommodate your needs with enough notice**

Property manager

Jasmine

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Guests are welcome to bring portable cots etc
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Eungella

Located in Eungella, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eungella National Park and Doongella Nature Refuge. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Eungella, QLD

What's nearby

  • Mackay Highlands Great Walk Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sky Window Lookout - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Broken River Platypus Viewing Area - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Finch Hatton Gorge - 34 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Eungella Dam - 38 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eungella Chalet - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Suzannes's Hideaway Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hideaway Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hideaway Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Possums Table at Broken River Mountain Resort - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cloud Cottage Eungella - Family friendly in beautiful rainforest mountain town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Cloud Cottage Eungella - Family friendly in beautiful rainforest mountain town! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mackay Highlands Great Walk Trailhead and Eungella National Park. Sky Window Lookout is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Breanna P.

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

Very peaceful

The house was absolutely gorgeous and the gardens were also amazing, the location was perfect for travelling around and the bed was also extremely comfortable I left feeling extremely refreshed and is a perfect place for a short stay to unwind from everything Absolutely love the addition of the coffee machine and teas you can brew. A gorgeous house I would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jasmine

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We moved from our respective popular coastal cities to this beautiful regional area almost two years ago and haven't looked back.
We love birdwatching, hiking, growing our own food, and connecting with like minded humans.
In 2025 we are working on implementing more and more permaculture principles into both of our properties so that we can continue to support our young family and contribute to the abundance in the Pioneer Valley community.
For us, hosting is a way to share the beauty of this area with people from all over, as well as demonstrate simple sustainability practices in action on our property. Earning a little bit of money from this space is merely a bonus to these things!

Why they chose this property

About 80km west of Mackay, Eungella National Park is high above the surrounding plains. This mist-shrouded and forest-clad mountain refuge is one of Queensland’s most ecologically diverse parks with 860 plant species and a wonderful variety of wildlife.

It's not too far from Mackay to enjoy all the conveniences but also feel seclusion and spaciousness.

What makes this property unique

Eungella does not have many family friendly/multi bedroom spaces available for rent - currently it is mostly small cabins/retreat spaces available.
We wanted to fill this niche and provide a cosy space that the whole family can enjoy, with private creek access, herb and tea gardens, and plenty of space to bring along bikes, kayaks, tinnie's etc to really make the most of what the area has to offer.