Escape to The Lakes luxury gated resort, where lush tropical gardens and 4 swimming pools create a serene oasis. Enjoy the spacious modern apartment's fully equipped kitchen, air-conditioning, WIFI, and large private balcony with outdoor dining.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4166 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$564
NZ$564
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
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About this property
Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished!
Resort escape at The Lakes — Leafy balcony, 4 tropical pools, tennis & easy parking. Quiet, sunlit 2-bedroom with open-plan living and outdoor dining. Full kitchen, walk-in shower, hotel-quality linen, fast Wi-Fi & smart TV. Bedding: 1 King (or 2 Singles) + 2 Singles. Internal laundry. 5–7 mins to the Esplanade; walk to the Botanic Gardens & Edge Hill cafés. One flight of stairs (no lift). Key pick-up off-site (5–10 mins) with clear step-by-step directions.
Bedroom 1: King bed, Smart TV
Bedroom 2: Two singles
Bathroom: Walk-in shower with double vanity; separate WC
Interior size about 143 m²; two balconies; air-conditioned throughout
Full kitchen: fridge, gas cooktop, oven, air-fry/microwave, dishwasher, coffee pod machine, kettle, toaster
Resort facilities (guest use during opening hours)
4 pools (lap, spa & lagoon) • BBQ pavilions • Tennis courts • Play areas
On-site/adjacent: licensed convenience store and Thai restaurant
Guest access & keys
Apartment is on the first floor via one flight of stairs (no lift).
Key pick-up is off-site (5–10 min drive)—we send simple step-by-step directions with photos before arrival.
Good to know
Check-in 3:00 pm – midnight; check-out 10:00 am.
This is a self-contained apartment: we provide a generous starter pack; guests replenish as needed.
No parties/events. No smoking indoors or open flames. Please keep noise respectful 9 pm–7 am.
Please use the drying rack or dryer—no towels over balcony rails.
Bag storage isn’t available at the resort.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Lap pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Please don't smoke indoors
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Smartphone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please help to save the environment (and my electricity bill) by turning off the air conditioning and other unused appliances when you go out.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please don't smoke indoors
Important information
You need to know
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Large Stylish Apartment Double Verandah 4 Pools AC WiFi SmartTV
About the area
Cairns North, a neighbourhood in Cairns, is home to this apartment. Rondo Theatre and Tanks Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cairns Regional Gallery and Copperlode Dam. Travelling with kids? Consider Cairns Botanic Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Cazaly's Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Cairns travel guide
Does Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include exercise/lap pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished!?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished! on 23 Apr 2026 start from NZ$564, 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.
Is Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished! located?
Located in Cairns North, this family-friendly Cairns apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Rondo Theatre and Cairns Esplanade. Tanks Arts Centre and Cairns Botanic Gardens are also within 15 minutes.
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Extra large 2bdrm Mediterranean-Style Resort Apartment - recently refurbished! Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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Property was simple and clean but perfect base for having a great holiday in Cairns and surrounds. Very comfortable and cool to rest up and get ready for the next adventure, including all the features you need for a great holiday.
We had a lovely stay here, some of the pools in the complex weren’t very clean but the one closest to this apartment was great. Apartment itself was perfect, everything we needed and so handy having a car park.
The apartment was spacious and very comfortable and satisfied all our needs
We thought that the price was very reasonable. But needs a little TLC. Overall we were very happy and we would love to come back.
Margaret C.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Michael
12 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice complex with choice of 4 different pools to use. Apartment is great however 2 single beds put side-by-side does equal a king bed, and is uncomfortable to sleep on. Accompanying Thai restaurant is fantastic.
Getting into and out of the bath/shower was very unsafe if you have any issues with balance. The property isn’t wheelchair convenient.
bernie k.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Bronwen F.
6 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Roomy apartment in lovely complex
The apartment was huge with large veranda’s, the furniture however, was so old and tired. Large brown L shaped sofa had stains on fabric, needed to cover with beach towels. Large rattan chairs were old with some ripped covers, dubious to sit on such old worn out furniture specially in the tropics. We bought some bowls to use as crockery was basic, but pots and utensils were adequate and clean.
Good location though, and a great complex very well maintained with fantastic pools, we hired a car which I think is necessary as it is a little out of town.
All in all would come back, it was a very roomy apartment, smart TV and WiFi.
The apartment was spacious and clean with lovely outside space. A quick ride into town, close to the pier, esplanade, etc. we enjoyed time in the pool, and the Thai restaurant was convenient and good. We had some problems with the air conditioner leaking in the living room and slow, intermittent internet which , although our host was quick to respond to our concerns, the issues were not resolved while we were there.
One note, although the listing indicates there are 2 bathrooms, it is actually one bathroom that is split in two. One has just a toilet, no sink, and the other has a tub and double sink, but no toilet. That was not totally clear to us in the listing. All in all we had a good stay.
Cannot contact host, they’ve added $250 charge for my guest smoking out door on balcony. Stated dishes weren’t done when they were, said food was everywhere when I know there wasn’t. It does not cost $250 to wipe down the bench, on top of this the aircon needs maintenance, the alarms were beeping all through the night making our stay difficult, there are no garbage disposals anywhere near the apartment (not in the place they said it was) and the wifi drops out every 10 minutes needing a reset. On top of this it is in a location with 1bar of service so you can not call or use 4G. I’d appreciate if they can email me and we can find a middle ground on a few if there is a problem with my guest smoking on the balcony but $250 is unreasonable
We were really impressed with a stay at this beautiful property. It felt like home as soon as you walked in the door. Check in was easy and I loved that Nigel the host checked in with us mid stay. Airport and Cairns CBD all a short taxi ride. We felt very safe in the gated resort. Lots of pools for the kids to enjoy. 5Stars from us.
A gorgeous community of lush trees, tranquil pools and quiet villas just outside the centre of Cairns. We felt right at home and thoroughly enjoyed our time there, wish we could stay! Thank you for a beautiful stay!
Although it's a large complex it was very quiet with pleasant surroundings of pool, fountains and gardens. Very close to the Botanical Gardens which has lovely walks. You would need a car or some form of transport to get to the city centre but we enjoyed the walk to the Esplanade. The Thai restaurant on site has delicious food.
We stayed at this lovely property for a few nights and didn't want to leave. It was a great location and a beautiful apartment that has everything you could need. We loved the big verandah and the little walks to all of the pools. There were some changes to the check in process due to covid restrictions and this was feedback and met well from the owners which is much appreciated. We had an amazing time and can't wait to come back.