Mareeba Heritage Museum and Visitor Information Centre
Place, Mareeba Heritage Museum and Visitor Information Centre
7 min drive
Mareeba Heritage Museum & Tourist Information Centre
Place, Mareeba Heritage Museum & Tourist Information Centre
10 min drive
The Beck Museum
Place, The Beck Museum
10 min drive
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
49 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Queen Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
About this property
Birds Heaven Mareeba ‘Scarlet Gum’
Our beautiful Holiday Houses / Farm stay & Wildlife sanctuary is set on a peaceful 10 acres of wildife dedicated bush land on the sunniest part of the Atherton Tableland🌳🦋☀️🥰
You welcome to jump on our Birds Heaven Mareeba website to save on fees.
Our little slice of paradise is located a short drive from Emerald Falls and Dinden National Park where you can find yourself surrounded by amazing water holes and walking tracks... but still within a 5min easy drive to the town of Mareeba. The space The Scarlet Gum has been designed to connect with nature like you never experienced before.
It can accommodate a couples or families. It has a beautiful fire pit just outside the retreat to enjoy the starry nights.
Appreciate nature while taking a bath or enjoy the open shower after a long day out exploring. Guest access The closest you can be to Emerald Falls and only a short 5 minutes to town makes the location the perfect spot.
The Scarlet Gum is one of our 3 hidden gems. A unique place to relax with beautiful views over stunning bushland. This is nature at its best. Take a 300m nature walk and it will take you to our friendly miniature farm animals. Our miniature donkeys, goats, pigs, peacocks and chickens are much loved by the kids.
Stay, relax and connect with what the surrounding has to offer while exploring the best attractions on the Tableland.
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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
About the area
Mareeba
Mareeba is home to this cottage. Mareeba Heritage Museum & Tourist Information Centre and Kuranda Scenic Railway are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mareeba Golf Club and Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station. MakoTrac International Racetrack and Sugarworld Waterpark are also worth visiting.
Mareeba Heritage Museum and Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
de Brueys Boutique Wines - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
Mareeba Heritage Museum & Tourist Information Centre - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
The Beck Museum - 10 min drive - 14.1 km
Mareeba Golf Club - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
Getting around
Mareeba Station - 16 min drive
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Red Rooster Mareeba - 14 min drive
Coffee Works - 13 min drive
KFC - 14 min drive
The Anthill - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Birds Heaven Mareeba ‘Scarlet Gum’ pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Birds Heaven Mareeba ‘Scarlet Gum’?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birds Heaven Mareeba ‘Scarlet Gum’ on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$447, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Birds Heaven Mareeba ‘Scarlet Gum’?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Birds Heaven Mareeba ‘Scarlet Gum’?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Birds Heaven Mareeba ‘Scarlet Gum’ located?
Situated in Mareeba, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mareeba Heritage Museum & Tourist Information Centre, Mareeba Golf Club and MakoTrac International Racetrack. Granite Gorge Nature Park and Davies Creek National Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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We loved seeing so many bird species in a grassland /open woodland environment. Wallabies can be found morning and early evening. Enjoyed visiting farm animals. Unit was very comfortable and attractive. It does heat up quickly and air-con was a little under-powered for a big room.