The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast

Property class: 3
Mountain Cow Bay B&B with private beach

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At The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Daintree Rainforest. Freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving. Other highlights at this Colonial bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Private beach
  • Beach towels
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted lamp, a framed picture, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a balcony with a view of greenery, and a small bathroom.

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Park view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a painting, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery through a window.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A wooden cabin room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of dense foliage.

Cabin

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Romantic Cottage, Multiple Beds, Mountain View, Mountainside

A single-story house with a porch, surrounded by a grassy yard and trees.

Romantic Cottage, Multiple Beds, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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22 Silkwood Road, Cow Bay, QLD, 4873

What's nearby

  • Daintree National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Wet Tropics of Queensland - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Daintree Rainforest - 15 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lync Haven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Julaymba Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Thornton’s - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Daintree Wilderness Lodge Breakfast Lounge - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast

  • At The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Daintree Rainforest. Freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving. Other highlights at this Colonial bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (6 years old and younger) not allowed

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast each morning 7 AM–9 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Archery
  • Private beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1992
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Shampoo
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast
Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Cow Bay
Epiphyte Cow Bay
The Epiphyte Bed And Breakfast Daintree Region/Cow Bay
The Epiphyte Bed Breakfast
The Epiphyte & Cow Bay
The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Cow Bay
The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Cow Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Does The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony and a yard.

What's the area around The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast like?

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast is located a short 1-minute walk from Daintree National Park.

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Reviews

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a wide variety of fresh fruits and homemade jams. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a wonderful place to stay for a visit to the Daintree area. Great host, great food, other great travelers with whom to visit. We will return!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property, peaceful and deep into the forest. Comfy bedroom and clean. Awesome breakfast with an excellent fresh fruit plate!
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10/10 Exceptional

This place has beautiful surroundings and made me feel relaxed the moment walk-in. It is close to the Daintree Discovery Center and was a good base for exploring the Daintree and Cape Tribulation area. The host Matt knows everything in the area and made helpful itinerary suggestions. Would highly recommend this place.
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at this little corner of paradise. We stayed at the cottage and were positively surprised about the (covered) outdoor bathroom. Our son loved the hammock and the swings. The location of the cottage nestled in the pure rainforest combined with the lovely hospitality of Matt were just a perfect match. Definite recommendation!
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10/10 Exceptional

Matt is a wonderful host. He made our experience in the Daintree very enjoyable. His knowledge of the area helped us have a great time. It was no trouble for him to make recommendations and bookings for us. I highly recommend the Epipthyte for anyone planning a holiday here
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10/10 Exceptional

Matt runs one of the coolest B&Bs in the world, and I say that with over 40 countries of travel experience. His story of building this wonderful place, his hospitality to share it with the world, and the natural beauty of the Daintree Rainforest surrounding it all makes for a thoroughly enjoyable jungle stay. The exotic fruit breakfasts and fun recommendations for things to do by Matt (for those who want more than just to luxuriate in his B&B) made the stay a very special experience for my wife and me.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place, had a great stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location for visitingThe Daintree rain forest. Thanks Jesse and Beth for making our 3 day stay so enjoyable!
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is the best place to be.

Amazing place- beautiful, peaceful, and surrounded by amazing rainforest scenery and sounds- best 5 days of my 30 day trip to Australia.
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a unique stay! The communication prior to our lodging from Matt was very friendly and with clear instructions to the B&B. Easy drive to most of the Daintree area but you can definitely enjoy a chill day with breathtaking views there as well. Very clean and environmental friendly rooms. Delicious local food is served as breakfast. Matt is such a great host. Thanks for everything! We will definitely come back!
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10/10 Exceptional

Matt’s place is unreal - beautifully nesteld within the daintree rainforest ! We stayed in the cottage just 50 m from the main house and absolutely loved it. Saw a cassowary walk through the property and enjoy the fruit trees. The breakfast is delicious with all the different fruits and we enjoyed spending time with Matt and his friends over a glass of wine. Thank you so much for having us :) we will be back !
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8/10 Very good

This is a lovely and peaceful property. For those that are a bit concerned about ‘nature’ and creepy crawlers, please note outdoor toilet .. can be a bit confronting. We got used to it though. Host was prompt to assist when we had any issues (eg ran out of gas - which powers the oven and hot water service) . Lighting quite dim so a watch out at night as so dark here. It was lovely having g the windows open to listen to the rain on the tin roof.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a good place to stay to visit the Daintree Forest and Cape Tribulation. This part of Australia is off the grid and lightly populated. Being in the tropics,, it has a rainy season so be aware it can rain a lot during the Australian summer with few people visiting during that time. We had 3 days of sun so we were able to take advantage of the rainforest discover center and board walks without rain as well as empty beaches. Also be aware that this is crocoodile country so you can not go into the water at all except for two swimming holes in rivers.
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8/10 Very good

Boendet ligger mycket bra om man vill ha lugn och ro med närhet till regnskogen. En unik upplevelse. Mycket trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Boendet i sig börjar bli gammalt. Men fin upplevelse.
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10/10 Exceptional

Bereits der Empfang an der herrlich gelegenen Unterkunft war herzlich und hilfsbereit. Die Zimmer sind einfach eingerichtet, aber sauber und man findet alles vor, was man benötigt. Beeindruckend ist der offene Blick in die Natur auf Berge, den Regenwald, Palmen und Obstbäume. Man hört nur die Vögel. Hier ist man sofort entspannt. Das Internet funktioniert im Zimmer nicht immer ausreichend, aber dafür von der Lobby aus. Ich vermisse schon jetzt den reichhaltigen Obstteller zum Frühstück. Der Hausherr gibt viele nützliche Tipps für Ausflüge in die Umgebung.
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2/10 Poor

Titel: Absolut enttäuschender Service – keine Kommunikation bei Notfall Wir konnten unseren Aufenthalt aufgrund einer Überschwemmung leider nicht antreten. Das Problem war jedoch nicht das Wetter, sondern das Management: Wir wurden vom Hotel mit keinem Wort darüber informiert, dass die Fähre nicht in Betrieb war. Auch auf unsere E-Mails wurde überhaupt nicht reagiert. Wir standen vor vollendeten Tatsachen und mussten uns extrem kurzfristig und auf eigene Kosten eine alternative Unterkunft suchen. Unter einem „guten Hotel-Service“ verstehe ich etwas anderes. Ich kann dieses Haus aufgrund der mangelhaften Kommunikation absolut nicht empfehlen.
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10/10 Exceptional

Mitten im Rainforest, Erholung pur

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, inmitten des Rainforests in einem tollen Haus gelegen in einem wunderschönen Garten. Unser Zimmer war sehr gross mit einem Balkon mit Blick auf den Wald. Matt war ein fantastischer Gastgeber und hat uns viele Informationen geben können. Hier heißt es mit und in der Natur leben. Gefrühstückt wird mit allen Gästen zusammen, viele verschiedene Obstsorten, selbstgemachte Marmeladen...auf der offenen Veranda. Für uns war dieser Aufenthalt der beste in drei Monaten!!!! Vielen Dank Matt!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Het was een geweldig verblijf bij Matt. Mooie cottage op een prachtige locatie. Het uitzicht is fenominaal! Heel veel informatie om te doen gekregen van Matt. Het ontbijt met de vele fruit soorten was zalig!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay. Amazing hospitality. Breakfast of fresh tropical fruits from the orchard was a bonus. As was relaxing in a hammock at the end of a busy day. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful surprise this accommodation was - stunning setting and generous host with his time, knowledge of the area and making sure we were comfortable and had all that we needed. Highly recommend this place
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10/10 Exceptional

Unique Stay

Amazing location, comfortable accommodations and great host!
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10/10 Exceptional

If you want an authentic rain forest experience where you truly feel you are living in the jungle, this is your place. If you are okay with slighly rustic, off the grid, etc., you couldn't ask for a better experience. The owner, Matt, is incredibly knowledgeable about the Daintree area and the best ways to visit it.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a unique property, in the rainforest. The area doesn’t have mains power so don’t expect aircon. There are plenty of fans though, and the shared areas of the house are open to the lovely tropical breezes. Bedrooms can either be open to the breeze or made as private as you choose. Matt prepares a very generous tropical fruit breakfast, and is friendly but professional and so knowledgable about the area. Good shower, great to be able to access kitchen facilities and lovely to have space to chat and hang out with other guests if you want to. No reflection on Matt or the property, but you need to expect that it can get very hot and humid here. After all, it’s the Wet Tropics!
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10/10 Exceptional

Eco stay. Worth it.

It’s an amazing location and Matt the host is very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

From Matthew who was an encyclopedia of knowledge to the beautiful setting where we were fortunate enough to see a cassowary, we could not have chosen a better place to experience the Daintree Rainforest. I can’t say enough about the hospitality and the efforts to ensure that the Epiphyte is in harmony with nature. Absolutely fantastic stay!