
The Beaches Luxury Apartments
A well-located apartment stay at Smithfield near Cairns with a 4.6 rating across 63 guests.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Beaches Luxury Apartments is a secure, resort-style complex in Smithfield, Cairns, offering long-term accommodation through 12-month leases, along with property sales assistance. It is positioned within easy reach of James Cook University, Smithfield Shopping Centre, schools, public transport and Cairns’ northern beaches, with JCU described as about a five-minute walk away.
Accommodation includes two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom villas. The apartments have two queen-sized bedrooms, two bathrooms, air conditioning, an open-plan living area, a contemporary kitchen and a private lanai balcony overlooking the pools and gardens. Ground-floor apartments have courtyard gardens and direct pool access, while each apartment includes an exclusive single carport.
The larger villas are arranged around the edge of the complex and include three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a study, separate living and dining areas, an air-conditioned lounge room, a contemporary kitchen, double garage and a private rear patio and garden. The main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, while the other bedrooms include built-in wardrobes and air conditioning.
Residents have access to a 25-metre lap pool, lagoon-style pool, children’s wading pool, two barbecue gazebos, a library room, gymnasium and tennis court. The facilities make the complex suited to residents wanting shared leisure spaces at home, including families and people living near JCU. Trinity Beach, Yorkey’s Knob and Palm Cove are a short drive away, while Cairns city is described as about 15 minutes south by car.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 76
- Popularity
- 55
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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