I really enjoyed spreading the word on Sweetwater Lodge at the Cairns Show last week, the hidden gem of Tableland Accommodation in Tropical North Queensland. It was lovely chatting to all the locals and people who have never heard of us or considered Julatten for their destination for weekends away. Underwood […]
These beautiful fairly rare birds, the Blue-faced Parrot Finch have stuck around all year. We usually look forward to their return around this time of year but they love their digs and the abundance of food at Sweetwater and never left for the higher ground at Mt Lewis National Park! This […]
Never do I tire of the wonderful colours on display in this beautiful part of the world. Yesterday morning we witnessed the most stunning rainbow over the creek at the Platypus Hut in some amazing early morning light. Truly a spectacular sight but unfortunately I had forgotten to grab my camera […]
More happy customers!! We are so grateful to our wonderful guests who make all our hard work so worthwhile! Here’s a few more testimonials: “This place just gets better and better. It’s great to be back at soothing Sweetwater.” … John and Lou, Cairns “Exactly the experience we were seeking! Three […]
There is nothing like real feedback from guests about their experience and feelings following a stay at Sweetwater. We pride ourselves on offering the ultimate heavenly hideaway in Tropical North Queensland. Hoping that this will give you an insight to what is on offer here at Sweetwater on the northern tip […]
Over the next few weeks I’m going to be sharing with you some of our guests’ comments following their stay at Sweetwater. It is testament to us providing exactly what we intend to provide together with the feelings our guests expect to experience with their investment of precious time staying here […]
The sunset was so magnificent yesterday that I feel compelled to share it on our news page. There were so many beautiful photographs posted to facebook from various people lucky enough to live in this stunning and diverse part of the world, from Port Douglas to Mt Molloy. It really is […]
Well it’s that time of year again! Some complain about our “Wet Season”. However this is a fabulous time of year in the Tropical north. Nature just comes alive, and our fresh fruit bounties are just one of life’s many pleasures when you’re lucky enough to live here. The stunning bright […]
Well, back home once again after our annual break. Back to the cicadas, the green green grass after some recent rain, and beautiful cool flowing creeks. It’s lovely to see the Poinciana trees still in flower and I can’t help noticing how our Kauri trees are thriving down near the lodges. […]
We’re in Birding mode still! Spring time at Sweetwater Lodge brings with it the chance to see our annual exotic visitors, the Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher. Just one of many stunning birds enjoying the wonderful accommodation on offer at Sweetwater Lodge! Nesting in active termite mounds between October and February on the rainforest […]