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CairnsSharehouse.com
The Share Accommodation Specialists
* Students * Work Placements * In Training *
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Welcome to Cairns Sharehouse family!
We offer ‘More than Just a Room’It is our pleasure to provide you with information about Cairns Sharehouse. Share accommodation is rapidly gaining popularity with students and travellers, being recognised as the way to stay when seeking a balance between studying, working, relaxing and of course playing! We provide the perfect opportunity to enjoy living in a modern, clean apartment with other new arrivals to Cairns, and still enjoy the privacy of their own room at an affordable price.
We accommodate a range of guests, from the young to simply young at heart. Some of our guests are studying or working, or enhancing their careers with on the job training placements or internships in local businesses. We pride ourselves on getting to know our guests and their needs and ensuring that we get the right mix of people sharing together. We work with our agents to find out the needs of each guest prior to booking and endeavour to place them in best apartment available to suit their needs.
What do we do?We are a family run business who specialise in providing professional managed share accommodation to new arrivals in Cairns. vWe offer modern, clean and affordable room to rent in furnished apartments. We provide a caring and supportive service from the moment we receive the booking right through until the day your guests leave.
For over a decade our family have been providing a ‘place to call home’ in Cairns, accommodating over 1000 guests per year. We are very proud of what we do, and with a 97% customer service satisfaction rating, we are sure your guests will love living with us as much as we love to host them!
Why choose a Sharehouse?• Excellent location within easy walk to city & attractions
• Enjoy living independently with support of Cairns Sharehouse team
• Ready made home and gro-up of friends
• Great way to make friends and practice English
97%CUSTOMER SERVICESATISFACTIONRATING!
Australia & New Zealand 25%
5%South America
Asia 10%
UK & USA 21%
Europe 35%
Our Mission Statement• Our mission is to be renowned and trusted name amongst
independent travellers and students alike, to be synony-mous with expertise, efficiency and value.
• To provide a quality service delivered by fully trained staff who listen to customers’ needs and provide safe, quality accommodation at the right price.
• To achieve this we aim to create open, honest relationships with our guests whilst maintaining an ethical and profes-sional approach at all times.
• As a team we act always with integrity, care and an innova-tive approach.
• We believe in earning success by providing guests with a unique ‘home away from home’ experience.
Who do we work with?We are very proud of our excellent working relationships with many of the major educational and tourism providers in Cairns and around Australia, including:
Who stays at Cairns Sharehouse?Our accommodation is perfect for International and Australian Students. With over 50% of our guests visiting from overseas, our visitors enjoy meeting people from all over the world exchanging ideas, culture and experiences.
Please feel free to contact us at any time; by email or telephone.We would be happy to send you a full Agents Information Pack with everything you need to know to book with Cairns Sharehouse.
If you are in Cairns we would be delighted to take you on a tour of our properties. We look forward to working with you in the future and welcoming your guests to Cairns Sharehouse.
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5 Top reasons to choose Cairns Sharehouse Caring for our Guests
1. Central Locations• All our houses are within an easy walk to Cairns City
Centre, schools, shops, nightlife and tourist attractions.
• Fully licensed, insured properties adhering to all industry health, safety and fire regulations.
2. Budget Friendly• Comfortable brightly furnished rooms.
• Prices include practically everything plus little extras such as weekly cleaning & maintenance services for each apartment.
• Exclusive Cairns Sharehouse Discount Card with up to 40% savings at local businesses.
3. Really Flexible
• Fun, friendly, professional team available to help.
• Central office open 5 days/week for support and advice.
• 24/hour 7 days per week telephone hotline for after hours assistance.
4. Social lifeA great way to meet people and enjoy all that Cairns has to offer. Daily Facebook Updates so our guests know what is on and where so they can be part of the Cairns community.
5. Personalised ServiceLiving in a sharehouse helps students to easily settle in to living in Cairns by having all the comforts of home together with the independence of their own apartment and support of the Cairns Sharehouse team throughout their stay.
“Our excellent reputation and success is due to our personalised care, support and attention to detail”.
House RulesAs in any well run accommodation business, over the years we have established ‘house rules’ to ensure all our guests enjoy their stay.
The most important house rules are that our guests remember to clean up after themselves, to get along well with their flatmates and let us know if they wish to book in a visitor to stay. We care very much about the experience of our guests, and do visit the houses quite regularly to ensure that everything is running smoothly.
SafetyNot all sharehouses are created equal! We are proud that our properties are licensed and meet all industry health, safety and fire requirements. We also employ a full time Maintenance Manager to keep our properties in excellent condition, and ensure our houses are fully compliant with all cyclone standards in Queensland. We also have a Cyclone Plan ready to implement if necessary.
SecurityWe regard the security of our guests to be of the highest importance. We employ a local security firm to carry out regular patrols of each apartment, and ensure that all public areas are well lit.
All our houses have locks on the bedroom doors, front and exterior entrances, and security gates where appropriate. We encourage all guests to lock doors and windows as they would in their own home.
SupportWe are available to help us guests at all times during their stay. Whilst we respect their privacy, our office is open 5 days per week so they have a place to come and chat to us face to face. We also communicate via email, facebook, text and offer an emergency contact telephone number, which our guests can call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure they have all the support they need.
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What does a Cairns Sharehouse look like? Our Sharehouses The feel of each sharehouses is very much dependent on the type of guest staying with us at the time. Our success is due to our personalised care, support and attention to detail. Whilst certain properties are more popular with certain guests (usual-ly due to proximity to a school or work place), the Cairns Share-house booking team are happy to provide recommendations to find a best fit for your guest.
What does an apartment look like?• 5/6 bedrooms (single, double and twin rooms)• 2 shared shower and toilet rooms• Modern kitchen with equipment• Lounge and dining areas• Coin-operated laundry & ironing facilities• Outdoor sitting areas• Landscaped gardens with BBQ facilities• Resort pool or garden spa in selected properties• Security gate/fence & security/insect screens on windows• Lockable front, rear, bedroom, bathroom, toilet doors• Rice cooker available on request (deposit required)
What does the rent include?• Electricity & water• Unlimited Wireless Internet in most properties• Weekly cleaning of bathroom facilities• Fortnightly cleaning of common areas• Cleaning products & equipment (broom, mop, dustpan)• Rental of linen pack
• Regular security patrols
What do our rooms look like?Our rooms are comfortable and designed for students craving those small touches of home – a laundry basket, clothes airer, tea towel and even coathangers.Each room is tastefully furnished and includes:
• Fitted built-in wardrobe • Bedside table • Desk • Ceiling Fan • Fresh bed linen (except towels)
• Lockable door
• Hotel grade mattress
Cairns Sharehouse manages share apartments in a range of properties, each designed to cater for a variety of guests. The properties are a combination of large apartment complexes and individual houses often featuring pools, spas and BBQ areas.
We also have a range of ‘luxury budget’ apartments which are popular with mature guests offering larger room sizes and sharing with a smaller number of guests.
The MartynShare Apartments on Martyn Street is one of our most popular
accommodation complexes. It is furnished to a high
standard and is our largest and most spacious share
house.
A modern purpose built apartment complex
consisting of 6 beautiful apartments with car
parking facilities, in ground resort pool, BBQ area. It has a resident care taker
available for all tenants. It is the only share house to provide private balconies
off each bedroom.
The property is very popular with International
Language Students and students on placement at
the Cairns Base Hospital
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Featured Properties Here are an overview of our properties, with full details on our website at www.cairns-sharehouse.com
The PenthouseThe ‘Penthouse’ is one of our first budget luxury
apartments, designed for those who enjoy sharing but with a touch of luxury. The apartment is spacious, modern and new with designer furnishings and a fantastic location less
than 200 m from the Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
The QueenslanderThe ‘Queenslander’ is one of our most popular budget
luxury homes, designed for those who enjoy sharing but with a touch of luxury. The Queensland is a gorgeous 5 bedroom Queensland style wooden home with high
ceilings, shutters and polished floors.
The Grand DraperThe Grand Draper is a large, modern apartment complex featuring 6 apartments overlooking the resort pool with sunbathing area and a large BBQ area. Perfect for those
summer days.
Draper 2Draper 2 is one of the newest additions to Cairns Share house. This newly renovated share house features two apartments and a large backyard with a great outdoor
dining area and BBQ.
Lady LoevenLady Loeven is our ladies only complex. It is a fabulous
modern share apartment complex consisting of 4 apartments overlooking a resort style pool, landscaped
gardens with BBQ and entertaining area in a great location very close to the Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
The LumleyThe Lumley is a lovely 2 storey cottage style home with 2
apartments. Guests enjoy a relaxed outdoor dining area and BBQ facilities. The Lumley is located very close to the Cairns
Central Shopping Centre
Scotts PlaceScotts Place is a lovely two storey wooden home very close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre with a nice grassy back
garden and BBQ area. Most single rooms in this house feature double beds.
The CottagesThe Cottages is very popular with 3 apartments in a private,
gated two storey home. The location is peaceful with landscaped gardens, garden spa and BBQ area.
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Lady LoevenLoeven Street
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The PenthouseScott Street
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The LumleyLumley Street
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Scott's PlaceScott Street
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The MartynMartyn Street
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The Grand DraperDraper Street
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Living in a Sharehouse is great fun and is all about meeting other pAg experiences. Here are some of the great things we do to help our guests maximise their stay!
What’s onWhether it’s a festival on in the city, new place to eat our or just a weather update, we keep our guests in the loop on all the fun happening in Cairns by daily Facebook updates.
Keeping activeThe ‘Active Living - Free Fitness’ program consists of classes 6 days a week. The classes are introductory level, FREE and the locations for these classes are stunning! From Aqua Aerobics to Zumba Fitness there is something for everyone to try. We regularly remind our guests via Facebook to get their flatmates together for some free fun and be part of the local community fun.
Tours & AdventureWe work with Peterpans Adventure Travel, one of the largest travel agencies in Australia, to offer exclusive tour discounts available only to our guests. From diving to ballooning to rainforest swims, from Cairns to Fiji and New Zealand, the Peterpans team are the experts in adventure and our guests are guaranteed a top service and excellent value.
The Cairns Sharehouse Discount CardEach guest receives an exclusive Cairns Sharehouse Discount Card which provides discounts at selected restaurant, bars and shops in Cairns. From $5 meals to cheap gym memberships, the Discount Card guarantees our guests get the best deal in Cairns and we support local businesses.
Don’t forget to save $ withCAIRNS SHAREHOUSE CARD!
Where are the Sharehouses located? Having Fun in Cairns
We has a range of properties to choose from all located within easy walking distance of schools, shops, attractions.
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Just a few great reviews written independently on Tripadvisor by our wonderful guests
• Single Room Own room
• Twin RoomShare with a friend
• Double RoomShare with a partner(1 double bed for 2 partners to share)
Private single room with 1 single bed, study desk, wardrobe, window, lockable door, fan
Private twin room with 2 single beds, 1-2 study desks (property dependent), 2 wardrobe, window, lockable door, fan
Private double room (1 large bed for 2 people to share), 1 study desk, 1-2 wardrobes (property dependent), window, lockable door, fan.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
We offer a range of optional extra services including:
We have 3 room types to choose from – Single, Double or Twin
• Unlimited high speed internet (standard WIFI internet is free in the houses)
• Coin operated laundry onsite
• Air conditioning (usually required from Nov-April) in selected properties
• Airport shuttle bus transfers to/from airport
• Private airport transfers
Service TestimonialsOur personalised service is what makes us different. We have a range of services and processes in place to protect the health and well being of all our guests and ensure they enjoy their stay. “Great accommodation for students”
during my study period..I loved my stay in cairns sharehouse and I would highly recommend this sharehouse to the travellers, working people and especially to the students. The office staff is very friendly and always helpful. The sharehouse is beautiful with clean pool, just behind the Cairns Central and which is very close to the city.
“Best time in Australia!!!”We planned to stay for 4 weeks. But we loved the sharehouse so much, that we’ve decided to stay for nearly 3 months! The house was very clean, we had enough privacy, nevertheless it was never boring. Also the Cairns Sharehouse staff was always very, very friendly and helpful. The location of the CSH was also perfect, because everything was in walking distance. (Shopping Center - 2 minutes walk: perfect! ;) The Cairns Sharehouse is really a perfect home-away-from-home! Thanks Guys for that awesome time!
“I loved staying there”I stayed in the Cairns Sharehouse for 10 months and I simply loved it there. I would highly recommended to anyone who comes to travel around, study or work to Cairns. The office staff was very friendly and always helpful. I lived at 8 Loeven Street where I hired a single room. The facility was beautiful with clean pool, just behind the Cairns Central and very close to downtown. When my partner came to see me we moved in a couple place a quiet fabulous Queenslander house with a large garden. Cairns is a wonderful place to be and Cairns Sharehouse is the best accommodation choice , a great cosmopolitan environment, with heaps of options to meet new friends and excellent service provided by professional local staff.
Trish Marshall, Principal, Kaplan International English
I am writing to recommend the services of Cairns Sharehouse. Kaplan International Cairns has been working with The Cairns Sharehouse since 2008. The property predominately used by Kaplan students is ‘The Martyn’ which is always impeccably clean and fully functional. Students’ comment on their spacious living and kitchen areas and always feel comfortable and secure with the measures in place. Feedback from our students is always positive and happy. The Cairns Sharehouse provides a high level of service to Kaplan staff and students and I am confident in recommending Cairns Sharehouse in the provision of accommodation to visitors to the region.
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Contact Details Student Booking Agent Coordinator:Catherine Furze Email: [email protected] Phone: +61(07) 40 411 875
Office Address: 17 Scott Street Cairns Qld 4870 Australia Website: www.cairns-sharehouse.com