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Beach Cottage on Shelly Surrounded by Lush Coastal Gardens
The cottage boasts cathedral ceilings and open-plan living giving a sense of spaciousness with the purr of the ocean in the background creating a relaxed your on-holiday feel. Timber floors throughout, fully equipped kitchen and stylish furnishings complete the picture. Unique & interesting art work adorn the walls. Entertain on the wraparound verandas, or just sit back and relax with a good book. The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, spacious bedroom, modern bathroom and laundry, comfortable loungeroom and wrap around verandas to entertain on or while away a lazy afternoon. Leanne or Jeff will be available at any time to answer questions and make your stay an enjoyable one. In most cases greeting you on arrival Walk just 2 minutes to reach pristine Shelly and Angel beaches, with many coffee and dining options also only a stone’s throw away. These include local hangout Belle General, The Surf Club by the water, and the coffee and food cart at Flat Rock. The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is 10 minutes away so very accessible for fly in guests. Regular bus services to town, Byron Bay & Lennox with a bus stop only minutes away. Complimentary use of bikes is available to enjoy the numerous coastal bike & walking paths. A car is recommended to take full advantage of all the area has to offer. Walk just 2 minutes to reach pristine Shelly and Angel beaches, with many coffee and dining options also only a stone’s throw away. These include local hangout Belle General, The Surf Club by the water, and the coffee and food cart at Flat Rock. The cottage is located next to world-class coastal walking and bike tracks that showcase our magnificent coastline. Surfing, swimming and fishing are just a few of the activities on offer just minutes from your front door.

B Heights Lux Studio
This modern and stylish studio is the perfect oasis for your next getaway. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic retreat, a small family on vacation or a business traveler looking for a comfortable and convenient stay, our property caters to all your needs. We strive to make your stay exceptional and memorable, and do our best to assist you with any inquiries or recommendations, ensuring you have a hassle-free experience from the moment you arrive until the time you depart.

Bush Belle glamping
Bush Belle Glamping Relax amongst the mango tree's looking out towards the ocean its time to unwind. Enjoy all the comforts of the belle tent with its queen size bed, luxury linen & offgrid bathroom (all linen provided). As night falls relax under the stars with a red wine. Beautifull gardens provide plenty of bird watching. Its a bird lovers paradise! Your dog is also welcome with plenty of lawn to run , The property is just 10mins from Ballina in an acerage estate Come stay relax & enjoy.

Broken Head Nature Cabins. Family Cabin. Sleeps 4.
BROKEN HEAD NATURE CABINS - BYRON’S BEST KEPT SECRET! 🌿✨ Park yourself on 15 acres of Aussie paradise, think nature-meets luxury escape! Nestled between Byron Bay & Lennox Head, our park-like grounds are home to 5 stunning, open-plan cabins. Fancy enough for Insta, yet chill enough for your flip-flops. We're 9 mins to Byron’s hustle, 2 mins to Lennox’s waves & 19 to Ballina airport. Close enough to everything so you don’t miss your morning coffee run! Come see why our guests keep coming back.

Modern open planned Studio with Pool.
Pool Lane Studio Beautiful, light and cosy spacious self-contained private studio. Inside is entirely open plan. Our stylish guest space has a comfy Queen size bed, and relaxing living space. The studio is two levels with the bathroom located downstairs A short walk to Ballina’s scenic walking track along the beautiful river, North wall and onto our stunning ocean beaches. Ballina's main cafes, restaurants, shops & swimming pool just 5 min walk away. includes Wifi, Aircon, Smart TV (Netflix)

SOL VILLA ~ Luxury Retreat ~ SLEEP10
A luxury designer holiday home carefully sourced and curated with stylish eclectic furnishings. Spacious open plan living which allows for larger families or groups of up to 10 with plenty of room to relax apart or come together to enjoy each other’s company. A relaxed & private environment that embraces luxury resort atmosphere both in and outside. The abode has lush tropical gardens that envelope the property creating a peaceful & ambient atmosphere to soak in whilst you relax on your stay.

Romantic Hideaway in Tropical Paradise
Protected by a 500-year-old fig tree, nestled among the Bangalow palms and overlooking Ewingsdale creek, Fig Tree Villa offers the perfect quiet and exclusive escape. Only a 5-minute drive from the beaches, restaurants, and shopping of Byron Bay, you will feel like you are in another magical world, and one you will not want to leave. Enjoy beautiful interiors and high-end amenities including Netflix in this exclusive stand-alone villa where you will have over two acres and a creek to yourself.

North Creek Family Escape
Comfortable ground floor apartment (under main house) across the road from a big park, the river and a great bike path. View pictured is not available from the apartment, but you only have to step outside. Minutes from shops, cinema and all entertainment. There's a large swimming pool in the backyard. The largest bedroom has shelves of toys and books for the kids and play space. No smoking in or around the property. 1 dog welcome - please include in booking. Please enquire about other pets

Villa Rani Byron Bay, your Bali inspired stay
Check in to Villa Rani, a Balinese-inspired luxury villa with sprawling mountain views and only a short drive to the beautiful beaches of the Byron Bay region. Spread across three separate modules, this two-bedroom, spacious yet intimate retreat provides all the luxuries of a five-star holiday destination. Enjoy the outdoor stone bathtub and a luxurious, private heated magnesium plunge pool set amidst lush greenery. Relax, retreat and indulge at Villa Rani. STRA number: PID-STRA-33-15

Waterfront Ballina View Apartments
On the water this lovely 3 bedroom apartment will make you feel like you’re immediately on holiday. Perfect for long or short stays whether you’re a family or co-workers needing a place to stay in the heart of Ballina. Full kitchen, washing machine & dryer. 1 king bed, 1 queen bed and 3 king singles. Aircon in lounge and master bedroom only. Ceiling fans throughout. 1 bathroom but with two toilets. 150m to skate park, 200m to playground, 500m to two beaches, fishing right out the front!

Castaway Studio 1 - sleeps 2 In town
Located right in the heart of town, the perfect jumping off point to visit areas such as Byron Bay and the villages of Bangalow, Newrybar and Brunswick Heads. The interiors are filled with old world charm, featuring ornate ceilings and a wood fire for the winter months. (Please note that firewood will be an extra cost). Multiple outdoor areas including a sun filled front verandah to enjoy your morning coffee or daytime nap plus a fire pit off the bbq deck for the cooler weather.

Whale Watchers Retreat
Welcome to Whale Watcher’s Retreat, your seaside sanctuary. This high on the hill oasis is the coastal escape you’ve been dreaming of. Enjoy uninterrupted views of Ballina’s iconic coastline and the mouth of the mighty Richmond River from the comfort of your home away from home. With world-class beaches, cafes, pubs, restaurants, shops and Ballina Golf Course all within walking distance, you’ll feel like a local from the moment you arrive.
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That Little Suffolk Beach House Amazing Location

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The Gardener's Cottage.

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The Eureka Studio
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Pet-friendly holiday rentals
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Holiday rentals with a pool
30 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
90 of Ballina holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Ballina rentals

4.8 Average rating
Ballina stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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