Wait-a-While Eco Retreat | House in Cow Bay

| 9.8 (13 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests  Long-Stay Friendly
Cow Bay House | Wait-a-While Eco Retreat

4 Bedroom House in Cow Bay

Wait-a-While Eco Retreat is located in Cow Bay, just a 10-minute walk from Cow Bay Beach and 3.8 miles from Daintree Discovery Centre. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The pool features a fence and pool views. Offering a terrace and mountain views, the spacious vacation home includes 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. This vacation home is allergy-free and non-smoking. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio. Guests at the vacation home can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Cairns Airport is 73 miles from the property.

Wait-a-While Eco Retreat is located in Cow Bay.

This 4 Bedrooms House is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Pool, View, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 13 reviews with the average score of 9.8 . Coming to Cow Bay and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this House for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 4 Bedrooms House if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Cow Bay. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Wait-a-While Eco Retreat in Cow Bay is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Wait-a-While Eco Retreat”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this House, please let us know.

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Unique Amenities

  • Parking
  • Pool
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Oceanfront
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Guest Services
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
 
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Policies

Check-in
Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pet Policy Pets are not allowed
Other Policy
Other Policy Please note that wait a while daintree does not accept payment with american express credit cards, please note that cots are subject to availability. please contact wait a while daintree in advance if you require a cot, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, this property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, managed by a private host
 
Lot 445 Buchanan Creek Road, Cow Bay, 4873, Australia

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Apr 22, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The property was just stunning and Greg and his team were very responsive and helpful.
Negative: There really was not anything not too like!
Summary: Everything you expect and more!
Brooke Brooke, Australia
Mar 24, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Byles Lourens Byles Lourens, Australia
Oct 20, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The location and setting were amazing. It is set inside a stunning rainforest and is very private. It’s also just a short walk from the beach and a short drive from a few restaurants and plenty of attractions. The house itself is a beautiful architectural home constructed of tree poles. There is so much glass which makes the view from inside amazing at all times of day. There were a bunch of different places to sit outdoors and just relax. A balcony upstairs, some Adirondack chairs by a chimnea on some nice paving, a large dining table on the deck, and also some chairs and a table on the other side of the house. Inside there was a a full size pool table, and plenty of games and other stuff to enjoy. The grounds were incredibly beautiful with heaps of space of beautiful grass clearings. The swimming pool was wonderful to cool off in and gets enough sun but is also shaded by the luscious native gardens and surrounding rainforest. The pantry was stocked with cooking essentials and the bathroom with shampoo/conditioner and body wash. We had some visits from a couple of bandicoots and flying foxes which were super cute. Greg and Karen who host and manage the property were very friendly and accomodating and an absolute pleasure to communicate with. They were also able to provide some great local recommendations.
Negative: Nothing!
Summary: What an amazing home in the perfect location. I can’t wait to come back again soon! Thank you Greg and Karen.
Michael Michael, Australia
Sep 5, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Everything , amazing location , rainforest & beach walks , pool, quiet outdoor areas , night walks & starry nights .
Negative: Larger main bedroom mattress needs replacing , otherwise everything was great .
Summary: Rainforests & beaches & starry nights ⭐️
Terri Terri, Australia
Jul 3, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Josef Josef, Australia
Jan 10, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: It’s a gorgeous house amongst stunning rainforest.
Summary: Fabulous experience both with the property and the owners.
Mark Mark, Australia
Jun 10, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: space, comfort, wide verandah. We had 4 teenage/young adult kids. They all enjoyed their own room/space. it was a bit of a spoil to have all 6 of us in such a comfortable home. The pool table at the property was the deciding factor in booking this place. It rained for 7 days straight so we really appreciated the pool table and wide verandah so we could still enjoy the outdoors and BBQ. The swimming pool was great too.
Negative: nothing
Summary: Relaxing, private, spacious house, very comfortable.
Lisa Lisa, Australia
Nov 21, 2023 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The most beautiful home in the most beautiful location. A private, well equipped teopical paradise just a few minutes walk from Cows Bay and plenty of cafes and restaurants within short driving distance. .
Negative: That we couldn't stay longer!
Samantha Eldred Samantha Eldred, Australia
Oct 8, 2023 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Lenore Lenore, Australia
May 14, 2023 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: beautiful house, even better than the write up, unbelievable surroundings, everything we were hoping for in our Daintree escape
Summary: we wanted something off the grid but still very comfortable, where we could shift our minds away from work, we were not
Cameron Cameron, Australia

FAQ's

Is this Wait-a-While Eco Retreat pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Wait-a-While Eco Retreat?

Check-in time for Wait-a-While Eco Retreat starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Wait-a-While Eco Retreat have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Wait-a-While Eco Retreat has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Wait-a-While Eco Retreat?

Best-rates for the Wait-a-While Eco Retreat starts from $316 per night with includes Parking, Pool, View, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Wait-a-While Eco Retreat a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Wait-a-While Eco Retreat wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Wait-a-While Eco Retreat has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Wait-a-While Eco Retreat?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Wait-a-While Eco Retreat indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Wait-a-While Eco Retreat?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Wait-a-While Eco Retreat are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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