Paperbark Retreat

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Paperbark Retreat in Cooktown offers a recently renovated adults-only bed and breakfast with a saltwater swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and private parking. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a lounge, outdoor fireplace, coffee shop, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, barbecue, and streaming services. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A continental, buffet, or full English/Irish breakfast is served daily, including local specialities, warm dishes, juice, pancakes, and fruits. Guests appreciate the garden and swimming pool views. Convenient Location: Located 1 km from Cooktown Airport, Paperbark Retreat offers a free airport shuttle service. The property is highly rated for its beautiful garden and swimming pool.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available on-site

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1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Karen
Australia Australia
“Beautiful surroundings. The landscaping was like a rainforest. It was immaculately kept. Complete with walking tracks, fire pit and pool.”
Bronwyn
Australia Australia
“Beautiful house, verandah and garden. Delightful owners.”
Trevor
Australia Australia
“Wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable hosts, Sue and Tony, in a stunning and tranquil environment.”
Natalie
Australia Australia
“Beautiful homestead in relaxing and tranquil surroundings. Excellent hosts who love to share stories with you. Board games are happily played with willing participants 😀”
John
Australia Australia
“Wow! what a little piece of paradise.The owners Tony and Sue were fantastic hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. They were very happy to engage with guests, and there were lots of communal spaces if you wanted privacy. We would highly recommend...”
Jane
New Zealand New Zealand
“The location was beautiful, set in acres of garden. Everything in the rooms and outside is thought out and attractive. Sue and Tony couldn’t have been more hospitable. They made us very welcome and Sue went the extra mile baking muffins and...”
Anne
Australia Australia
“Our hosts Tony and Sue were very friendly and hospitable. Their well designed and appointed lodge was surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens including a refreshing pool.”
Anja
Germany Germany
“the garden was amazing, the fire every night outside under the stars, the breakfast, the nice people,the swimming pool, the location and plants”
Donald
Australia Australia
“The breakfast was fabulous. many options and lovely fresh fruit. Peaceful and wonderful to just sit on the verandah looking out over the beautiful gardens.”
Peter
Australia Australia
“Beautiful homestead in lovely tropical surrounds and a Freeform pool. Lovely food”

Hosted by Tony & Sue

10
Host review score
Tony & Sue
Paperbark Retreat (formerly known as Barradise Lodge), is situated on the banks of the Endeavour River. This sprawling 6-bedroom country lodge is wrapped in a large verandah, offering shaded outdoor lounge areas complete with fans, tropical gardens and resort-style swimming pool. The accommodation includes four standard queen rooms, each with TV, ceiling fans, air-conditioning, ensuite shower and seperate toilet (toilet is next to the room) and one deluxe queen room with full ensuite (shower and toilet).
Tony & Sue have recently renovated Paperbark Retreat, originally built by Tony over 20 years ago as a fishing lodge - Barradise Lodge. The retreat is now more focussed towards relaxation, however Tony is always keen for a fish!
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Paperbark Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Paperbark Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.