Welcome to Sweetwater Lodge, Private Luxury Retreat offering Unique Rainforest Accommodation in the Port Douglas Hinterland/Northern Atherton Tablelands. Surrounded by the magnificent Mt Lewis mountain range in the Port Douglas Hinterland and at the northern tip of the Atherton Tablelands, Sweetwater Lodge offers private luxury accommodation where you can relax and unwind while enjoying nature's bounties and the magical atmosphere of the rainforest.
Your hosts, Glenn and Wendy Cambage would like to share with you their beautiful 160 acres in the rural community of Julatten, encompassing private rainforest, tall eucalypt woodland, and native landscaped gardens.With just two exclusive luxury architect designed eco retreats Sweetwater Lodge, Julatten's premier bird-watching accommodation, offers just 4 guests at any one time to enjoy our tropical private paradise.
Your hosts, Glenn and Wendy Cambage would like to share with you their beautiful 160 acres in the rural community of Julatten, encompassing private rainforest, tall eucalypt woodland, and native landscaped gardens.With just two exclusive luxury architect designed eco retreats Sweetwater Lodge, Julatten's premier bird-watching accommodation, offers just 4 guests at any one time to enjoy our tropical private paradise.
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Having chanced upon Wendy and Glenn's Sweetwater Lodge it did not disappoint in any respect. The well appointed lodge, together with the extensive and beautiful property make for an excellent venue or those seeking a little luxury combined with great wildlife viewing opportunity; the platypus pool being the highlight for us.
Our two luxury retreats are perched on a hill in an open setting overlooking the rainforest and creek beyond, and surrounded by the awe-inspiring Mt Lewis mountain range in Julatten, at the northern tip of the Atherton Tablelands, and adjoinging the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics.
The spacious cottages, each accommodating 2 people and ideal for couples, are situated 50m apart and surrounded by a cooling tropical garden, adding to nature's charms and your sense of well-being.The private accommodation is very well appointed with modern conveniences and fitted throughout with custom-made Australian style furniture, built from North Queensland timbers.
The spacious cottages, each accommodating 2 people and ideal for couples, are situated 50m apart and surrounded by a cooling tropical garden, adding to nature's charms and your sense of well-being.The private accommodation is very well appointed with modern conveniences and fitted throughout with custom-made Australian style furniture, built from North Queensland timbers.
Sweetwater Lodge is situated in Julatten at the northern tip of the Atherton Tablelands, Tropical North Queensland, 30 minutes from Port Douglas and one and a quarter hours from Cairns International Airport. Julatten is 1200 feet above sea level and is reputed to have one of the top ten climates in the world!
Bush walking, rainforest walks, bird-watching, rest and relaxation, dvd library, selection of fiction and non-fiction books together with natural history reference books, platypus viewing, games, hammocks, magazines, massage by arrangement, artist's paradise, photography, wildlife spotting, central fireplace, central BBQ facility, exploring the rainforest, picnicking, swimming in spring fed freshwater creek, fishing, kayaks.
Get married in paradise! Please enquire about our small group wedding/honeymoon packages - these can be tailor made to suit your requirements. Sweetwater recommends local photographer Sass Studios to capture your special occasion in her unique style. For a specialist in wedding hair styles contact Michelle at the Hair Shop.
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Rachel K.
May 28, 2021
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A piece of paradise. Glen and Wendy have created the perfect balance of luxury and humbleness while surrounded by the Australian bush.
From the beautiful timber furniture to the multiple spaces to appreciate nature from your creature comforts, Sweetwater Lodge grounded us and slowed the pace right down.
Then there's Platypus hut for an afternoon dip in the rockpools. It was 3 nights of tranquility with plenty of privacy. We're also leaving with a new interest in bird-watching! Thank you Wendy and Glen, we'll be back soon.
From the beautiful timber furniture to the multiple spaces to appreciate nature from your creature comforts, Sweetwater Lodge grounded us and slowed the pace right down.
Then there's Platypus hut for an afternoon dip in the rockpools. It was 3 nights of tranquility with plenty of privacy. We're also leaving with a new interest in bird-watching! Thank you Wendy and Glen, we'll be back soon.
Aaron Miller
Nov 15, 2020
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We LOVED this place!
The gypsy wagon at Sweetwater lodge was the perfect sojourn into liminality. We felt so well looked after in this utopic escape from the real world. The owners of the property managed to achieve a great balance between being available for assistance if we needed anything and staying out of our way to create a feeling of peace and isolation. There were so many highlights to this trip in Julatten, everyone should experience the throwback to gypsy life as a great reset in their life <3
The gypsy wagon at Sweetwater lodge was the perfect sojourn into liminality. We felt so well looked after in this utopic escape from the real world. The owners of the property managed to achieve a great balance between being available for assistance if we needed anything and staying out of our way to create a feeling of peace and isolation. There were so many highlights to this trip in Julatten, everyone should experience the throwback to gypsy life as a great reset in their life <3
