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The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast with private beach and free breakfast

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Cabin
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Balcony
Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed | Living area
Cabin
Romantic Cottage, Multiple Beds, Mountain View, Mountainside | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
22 Silkwood Road, Cow Bay, QLD, 4873
  • Cow Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Daintree Discovery Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kaba-Kada Nature Refuge
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Port Douglas, QLD (PTI-Port Douglas Heliport)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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Cabin

Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Cottage, Multiple Beds, Mountain View, Mountainside

Romantic Cottage, Multiple Beds, Mountain View, Mountainside

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Cow Bay

At The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast you'll be steps from Wet Tropics of Queensland and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge. Highlights at this Colonial B&B include free daily breakfast, a nearby private beach and free self-parking. .This bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In the area of this 3-property class Cow Bay B&B, you'll find Daintree Rainforest.
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What's nearby

  • Cow Bay - 5 min drive
  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 6 min drive
  • Jindalba Boardwalk - 9 min drive
  • Daintree Rainforest - 13 min drive
  • Daintree Village - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lync-Haven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cape Trib Beach House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Daintree Wild Bed & Breakfast - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪On the Turps - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast

Colonial bed & breakfast with private beach and free breakfast
A private beach is featured. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cow Bay bed & breakfast.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1992
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast offers 5 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include a shower.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

The closest beach to The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast is Myall Beach (16.9 km).

Does The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary brekkie is on offer daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

No, The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, peaceful and deep into the forest. Comfy bedroom and clean. Awesome breakfast with an excellent fresh fruit plate!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Boram

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward N., Columbia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mattis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Emily

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, had a great stay

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique Stay
Amazing location, comfortable accommodations and great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Eco stay. Worth it.
It’s an amazing location and Matt the host is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kasey, Melbourne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was just lovely, Trish was very welcoming and explained everything there was to know avout the Daintree and thing to here and places to visit. It's a great place to go if you want to get off the grid and just enjoy nature and the lovely rainforest. We were upgraded on arrival to a room with a bed outside so we could really experience the wildlife. Breakfast was amazing too! A lovely selection of unusual fruit grown in their garden and homemade jams. Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful off the grid eco friendly B&B
My husband and I had a wonderful stay for 2 nights. We were upgraded to the superior room since we were the only guests and our hosts we amazingly friendly and informative on the area. The room/bathroom/porch were comfortable and we had everything we needed and was private. The fruits and jams for breakfast were great and they even packed a fruit plate for our early morning bird watching boat trip. It was convenient to the area we wanted to cover our few days in Daintree. The view and grounds were beautiful and quiet. Note they are very Eco-conscience (which is great)- conservative/responsible water and resource use which is also requested of guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place to relax
Wonderful place and so close to many hikes and activities in tbe Daintree. The hosts were amazing and super friendly...couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. HIGHLY recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019