Unwind in the heart of Nature
Welcome to Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat, a multi-award-winning destination just 90 minutes from Cairns. Nestled amidst lush rainforest scenery, our retreat offers a unique treehouse experience in a cool tropical climate. Explore 10 kilometers of walking tracks, encounter diverse wildlife, and birdwatch for over 160 species. Discover the pristine beauty of the Atherton Tablelands from Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat.
Award Winning Treehouses
All our award winning treehouses feature a private balcony offering World-Heritage mountain or rainforest views, a fully equipped kitchen, luxurious baths and a wood-burning fireplace.
Wildlife & Activities
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat is uniquely situated beside the World Heritage listed Wooroonooran National Park. As Rose Gums itself has 230 acres of private tropical forests, the retreat offers its guests an unforgettable bush experience. There is a unique mix of endangered wet sclerophyll and rainforest which makes for a large diversity in the plant & animal life.
Environmental Care
Since 1995, owners Peta and Jon have transformed Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat into a thriving wildlife sanctuary. With over 30,000 native trees planted, our landscape now hosts abundant birdlife, including Southern Cassowaries. Recognised as a Nature Refuge since 2007 by the Queensland Government Environmental Protection Agency, our property prioritises sustainability while protecting endangered species.
How to
Find us
Rose Gums is situated on the coastal mountain ranges on the Atherton Tablelands adjoining World Heritage Wooroonooran National Park.