The Artists' Treehouse : Stayz Holiday Home Awards Unique category bronze winner

The Port Douglas Artists' Treehouse is situated in the heart of Port Douglas on a beautiful quiet street. Oozing good vibes, it is the holiday rental you will never want to leave. Breezy, spacious and laid back, you will shift into holiday mode the moment you arrive. The fully air-conditioned townhouse features four bedrooms (sleeping up to nine), two living rooms, two bathrooms, a fully self contained kitchen opening to the balcony, huge front deck, leading to a wonderful new built shared pool. Filled with major collections of inter/nationally renowned artists, as well as eclectic and stylish furnishings, (three tv's, unlimited internet, stereo, book collections, toys, beach items), the Port Douglas Artist's Treehouse finds the perfect balance between comfort, and cool, artistic contemporary style with an affordable price.

Situated in the heart of Port Douglas, you can stroll into the main street or take a walk over to the beach, just a few minutes away. Our guests comment about its perfect location. The Artists' Treehouse fronts onto a quiet street, looking over towering paperbark trees, giving it a secluded and serene feel. About eight minutes into the main street to sample one of the many first class restaurants, a few minutes walk to laze the days away at the world famous beach, or about ten minutes to the marina, to whisk you off to an unforgettable day on Great Barrier Reef. If you are looking for the perfect base to explore Port Douglas, a base you can truly relax and feel at home, then the Artists' Treehouse is it.

The Treehouse suits families and friends looking for somewhere to truly relax and feel at home. Its child friendly, filled with toys and dvd's.

If your looking for something smaller - please look at the Port Douglas Artists' Cottage, http://www.stayz.com.au/57309 a one bedroom art-filled holiday rental just near to the Artists' Treehouse and also featured in design magazines and websites world wide. We also have the two bedroom Artists Nook, rights beside the Treehouse - you are looking for something larger, consider the Artists' Beach House - a five bedroom house with pool on the beach path http://www.stayz.com.au/120128 or our house on the beach just north of PortDouglas, The Artists' Beach Front. The Artists' Treehouse is owned by Artist Tina Gonsalves, chef, Matthew Wild and their sons Pablo Wild and Hugo Wild, long term locals of Port Douglas. Guest love all of the local information we share with our guests - leading to great local experience of the area.


The Artist's Tree House

On the second floor, wooden flooring leads to an open plan fully equipped kitchen featuring wooden benches. The kitchen has an electric stove and dishwasher, toaster, juicer, blender and other appliances. This leads to the dining areas featuring a bespoke dining table with settings for six people. Expansive sliding french doors lead to the balcony, bringing the outside in, letting mother nature steal the show. Spend your evenings looking over the towering paperbark trees, watching the hundreds of birds flying past everyday. There is a small study area, a living room area with two three seater couches, DVD player, selection of DVD's, and digital television. There is a stereo with iPod/iphone attachment. A large air conditioner is available if needed.

The upstairs master bedroom is also air-conditioned if needed. There is a queen size bed. The upstairs bathroom has a shower/ toilet.

Downstairs is another living room that opens up to a deck via french doors. There is airconditioning if needed. There is a large bookshelf with a range of books/DVD's and games. Another large digital television/DVD player and comfy couch. This is great if there is two families, or children - allowing room to spread out. There are chairs/toys/spades/boards/rugs/towels to take to the beach.

The front bedroom is also airconditioned if needed. It can be set up as king or two singles. French doors open up to the balcony and a small sitting area. The third bedroom, also airconditioned, has a two single bunkbeds. The fourth bedroom has three single beds.

The back gate leads to the pool. The pool is shared with eight other properties, however, all are residential so the pool is rarely used, and its most likely you will have it to yourself.




The location

The Port Douglas Artist's Treehouse is in the heart of Port Douglas, a few minutes walk to the beach, and aobut eight minutes walk to the marina and the main street. Situated on a quiet street, overlooking the towering paper-bark trees. The Treehouse fronts the residential block of Paper Bark Gardens.

Port Douglas offers something for everyone. The distinctive laid back atmosphere, the breathtaking beauty of the scenery, morning strolls along palm-fringed Four Mile Beach, world championship golf courses, the marina, five star restaurants, local artist's galleries, boutique designer stores finished off with relaxing moments in the sidewalk cafes.

The Farmer's Market every Sunday is a wonderful mix of arts, crafts and local produce. There are amazing experiences diving spectacular Great Barrier Reef that can not be missed. Try a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of Mossman Gorge, or Spring Creek to revitalise the soul. Go sailing, spend a day lazing on the many (most empty) beaches.

Laze the day away on nearby Low Isles. Hike scenic trails to Cape Tribulation where tropical rainforest and coral reef meet. The area is unique, a rainforest that has been in existence for more than 120 million years and contains some plant and animal species not seen anywhere else in the world. or take a cruise up river and come face to face with large crocodiles and pythons in their natural habitat from the comfort and safety of a cruise just spend quiet days lazing about in the Port Douglas Artist's Treehouse. The balmy tropical climate year around keeps visitors coming back to Port Douglas again and again.

On booking you will be sent a large compendium filled full of local ideas of enjoying the area.

Things to note

The basic price is for six people over three bedrooms. The price adjusts for more people. If you are a booking of four single people, wanting four bedrooms, do let me know and we can adjust the prices accordingly.