Fantail B&B is situated in the cool naturally air conditioned valley of Shannonvale and is ideally positioned to explore the Daintree, Cape Tribulation regions and the Atherton Tablelands. Only 5 minutes from the idyllic Mossman Gorge and 10mins from the thriving village of Port Douglas it is easy to get the reef and the rainforest experience, and why choose when you can have both.
There is a winery within walking distance where you can go and taste the exotic wines made on the property and learn about the fruits of the region, and waters of the South Mossman River.
De lux Queen Room
De lux Queen Room overlooks the pool and surrounding countryside. The room has a queen size bed and its own private entrance direct from the patio and is fully screened against insects.
Double Room
The Double Room has a double bed and overlooks a private courtyard and is also screened against insects.
- Ensuite to all bedrooms
- Ceiling fan in all rooms
-Fridge in bedroom
- Tea/Coffee making facilities in bed room
- Fruit garden
-Barramundi pond
- Spectacular views
- Sun lounges
-Saltwater pool with Jacuzzi seat & waterfall
- TV & DVD with satellite television
- Guest Lounge
- Selection of reading material
-Iron and board
- Hairdryer
The property has views of Thorntons Peak and Mount Demi. The pond attracts a large variety of wildlife including ducks, herons, jabirus and egrets. The garden also attracts a variety of butterflys and frogs.
Wonder the garden and feed the barramundi or pick the fresh fruit and feed yourself!
- Freshly baked croissants / pastries
- A selection of toasting breads
- An assortment of jams and marmalade
- Fresh fruit salad using local produce in season
- A selection of yoghurts
- Tea and Coffee
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- Juice, freshly squeezed from the garden where possible
Breakfast is served on the main patio at 8am. Guests can take in the early morning sun and listen to the birds.
November - April
This is our wet season so the weather is hot and humid. It doesn't rain all the time, but the ground can often be wet. We therefore recommend shoes that you don't mind getting wet and light cotton clothing is best. Sunscreen is a must along with a hat and sunglasses.
May - October
The temperatures are fabulous at this time of the year, lovely and warm during the day and quite cool at night. Summer clothes are ideal for daytime,but make sure you bring something warmer for the nights.
There are a multitude of things to choose from no matter what your preferences. Tours can be arranged and many will collect you at the door.
Some of these may include...
Whether snorkelling, fishing or diving the reef is a must see. For those that don't like to get wet there are a number of options that will still allow you to get the reef experience such as HABA Dive.
These may include walking riding or driving. There are a number of 4WD and bike tours and we can highly recommend Grubs Trike tours and Daintree Wonder Tours.
Cape Tribulation offers a number of walking tours and the Kuku Yalanji offer guided tour of Mossman Gorge.
The boutiques of Port Douglas and if you are here on a Sunday, then the Sunday markets are a must see.
You can go bird watching or horse riding or for the more adventurous there's always white water rafting, sky diving and jet skiing.
For the Golf enthusiasts this is the place to be. Port Douglas boasts 2 superb golf courses and Mossman has it's own. Just 35mins down the range there are another 2 First Class courses at Palm Cove and Kewarra Beach.
North to Daintree, Cape Tribulation and Cooktown. South to Port Douglas or down the range to Hartley's Creek and Cairns. Up to the Atherton Tablelands where you can enjoy cooler temperatures and sample the local produce.
It is your holiday... so laze around the pool, on one of our beautiful sun lounges, read, or just do nothing.
-1 hour from Cairns Airport
-10mins to Port Douglas
-5 mins to Mossman Gorge
- 10 mins to the closest beach
-25 mins to Daintree Village
-1 hour to Kuranda and Atherton Tablelands
Queen Room $120 per night for two plus nights or
$140 for a single night stay
$100 per night for one person for two nights
$115 single for 1 night.
Double Room $105 per night for two plus nights or
$125 for a single night stay
$85 per night for one person for two nights
$95 single for one night
Extra Person $35 per night
All rooms have ceiling fans and private bathrooms and are fully screened.
Please note: prices are for cash only, a 3% surcharge applies for payment by mastercard/visa.
Bookings are subject to the following conditions:
- Credit card details are required within 48hrs of confirmation email and bookings are not firm until details have been received.
- Cancellation policy applies (see below)
- Check in after 2pm
-Check out before 10am
- Credit card payments attracts a 3% admin fee
We do understand that unexpected things can happen, so we recommend travel insurance.
If bookings are cancelled...
- more than 30days before check in- no charge will apply
- 14 days before check in - a $50 admin fee applies
- 48 hours before check in - 1 night room rate applies
- 24 hours before check in - full booking fee will apply
These fees will be debited from your credit card.
So please keep the travel insurance in mind.
So please keep the travel insurance in mind.
Carl and Terry emigrated to the area in 1997 from Salford England. Carl is a carpenter and has spent a lot of time renovating the home so visitors can enjoy the local area in comfort.
Terry has given up full time work to look after the needs of the guests and the large garden. They have three boys of which only Dominic the youngest remains at home and currently attends the local high school.
