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Cow Bay Homestay

160 Wattle Close, Cow Bay, Queensland 4873, Australia
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Cow Bay Homestay
Ranked #1 of 3 Cow Bay B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
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Melbourne, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012
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We had a 2 day stay with Marion and Brian and it was relaxing and in beautiful surroundings,but we were disappointed by some things. The gardens around the B and B are just a paradise. The bedrooms were lovely, clean and Marion's breakfast was wonderful. But we stayed in late February and whilst Marion says they don't need air conditioning... More

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SunshineCowBay, Owner at Cow Bay Homestay, responded to this review
25 April 2012

Thank you for your compliments on our house and gardens. Summer in the tropics can be hot and humid and we may underestimate the natural discomforts of a wet season. Some of the bigger resorts here are operating on generator power and do offer aircondtioning in their rooms. I hope you will visit the North again during a cooler time... More

Sydney, Australia
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

We spent 2 nights here at the beginning of April 2012. The property is lovely with a cosy bedroom in a wonderful common area. There are comfy chairs, daybeds and hammocks scattered around to lend a truly bohemian air to the place. In addition Marion spends a lot of time and care welcoming you to the area and giving lots... More

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SunshineCowBay, Owner at Cow Bay Homestay, responded to this review
6 April 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. I certainly will be lookig forward to your next stay with us here at Cow Bay Homestay B&B. Marion More

Blue Mountains, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

On our first afternoon, we simply sat in the garden and soaked up the atmosphere, the rainforest and wildlife and the sound of the creek running quietly below - it was divine! So relaxing and rejuvenating. The accommodation is simple and unique and you can open the living area right up so you really feel like you're living in the... More

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Sydney
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2011

My wife and myself thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cow Bay Homestay. It's set in a beautiful garden in the middle of the forest. The main house has two guest rooms at opposite ends, in between is a living area open to both sides, with a view of the gardens. The beds are comfy, rooms and bathrooms are well... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2011

Marion provided awesome hospitality in a beautiful secluded rainforest hideaway. If we are back this way we'd definitely stay again. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2011

My girlfriend and I had just three nights in Cape Tribulation but after staying at Cow Bay Homestay we wished we could have stayed longer... The owners Marion and Brian looked after us really well making us feel welcome from the start and sending us excellent directions. Marion talked us through the suprisingly large amount of things to do in... More

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Overton, Hampshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2011

We stayed here for three nights using it as a base to explore Cape Tribulation and the surrounding area. Marion and Brian were perfect hosts and their house is beautiful. Marion provided lots of information for us on the surrounding areas even booking us on a local crocodile tour at the last moment when we had a change of plans.... More

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SunshineCowBay, Owner at Cow Bay Homestay, responded to this review
10 September 2011

Writing this great review is much appreciated.. Looking forward when you come back one day. More

Hereford, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We travelled by car to the homestay having boooked this well in advance with Marion, the owner.We were given excellent directions, time of travel estimates and even able to email to say what time we would arrive - so that Marion could welcome us. The setting is excellent and the garden that surrounds the property a dream. The facilities are... More

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Canberra, Australia
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 July 2011

When we walked in the door I turned to my wife and said "would you look at this place!". I had to ask the owners if this is where we were staying since I couldn't believe it at first. B and M (the owners) are such a lovely couple and have put a lot of effort into this home. It... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 July 2011

A very warm and genuine welcome by Marion to a delightful house and garden. Marion made us feel at home, including our 11 year old daughter, and was available for chats and assistance as much as we required, without being in our faces. Attention to detail is delightful and breakfasts were a genuine treat and very yummy. We particularly appreciated... More

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SunshineCowBay, Owner at Cow Bay Homestay, responded to this review
18 July 2011

Thank you so much for this great and detailed review. It is really good to see when our guests thoroughly enjoy themselves. More

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160 Wattle Close, Cow Bay, Queensland 4873, Australia
Price range (per night):* S$205 - 278

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