Family-friendly vacation rentals in Northern Rivers

The Cottage @ Vintage Green Farm

Tucked away in lush subtropical gardens, The Cottage is a lovingly restored dairy bails set on a 50 acre farm in the hills of the Byron Bay hinterland. With its own private swimming hole and surrounded by birdsong and native wildlife, this tranquil hideaway is perfect for those seeking rest, reconnection, and nature. Located just 10 minutes from The Channon and Nimbin, and 20 minutes to Lismore, the cottage is a perfect base for exploring the region’s markets, waterfalls and rainforest trails.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Pets

‘the cubby’ @Glenessi Highlands

Glenessi Highlands is a working farm, home to friendly pedigree Scottish Highland Cattle Here you can discover what makes this breed so special, paddle the river, cast a line, light the campfire or simply enjoy farm life & unwind under starry skies Located 35 mins from Coffs Harbour ‘The Cubby’ is your own little cabin at the heart of the farm, surrounded by rolling farmland & bush its only a short drive to pristine waterfalls, forest walks & country villages Insta & FB: glenessi.highlands

Kitchen · Family · Location

The Barn Rosebank | Byron Waterfall Retreat

The Barn is a private space tucked away on 100 acres of rolling hills, rainforest, and macadamia orchards well away from the main house, with stunning views of the foothills of the Nightcap Range. A perfect spot to unwind, with peaceful walks to a secluded swimming hole and waterfall. You’ll share the land with wallabies, echidnas, donkeys, goats, a cow, 3 calves and our friendly green frog, Frankie. A short drive to Clunes, Federal, and Bangalow, it’s a quiet escape to rest and recharge.

Kitchen · Family · Bathroom

Hillview Dairy- A warm welcome! Highland Farm Cows

Hillview Highland Cows-Nestled on a small ridge Hillview Dairy Barn circa 1887 overlooks the stunning escarpment of Mt Tallebudgera, Currumbin Creek and the farming Valley landscape. 🐮 Daily Cow and 🐴 Horse feeding at 4pm. 🐓 Chickens 🐶 Farm dogs 🧑‍🌾 Fresh Fruit to pick from our orchard STR GCCC PCA/2023/228 Over a hundred years the Old Dairy Bales has sat as part of the fabric of a thriving Dairy Farm in the spectacular Gold Coast Hinterland. Surrounded by acres of Farmland.

Indoor spaces · Family · Value

Koala cottage delight

Tranquil rural cottage set next to coastal national park with lots of native wildlife including wallabies, koalas and a chorus of birds led by the kookaburras each morning. Light and airy with lots of timber and character, the house is simply furnished with everything needed for a comfortable and relaxing retreat from busy lives, roads and city noise. A great base for exploring the lush northern rivers hinterland and stunning beaches or just a place to rest on a long road trip.

Family · Kitchen · Backyard

Unique River front log house

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Pecan Palms log house is positioned next to the sandy bottomed Orara river, known for Bass fishing and crystal clear waters making it the ideal location to fish, canoe and swim. If wildlife watching and bushwalking is more your thing you can enjoy long walks through the 40 year old pecan orchards, Palm tree plantations and the Australian bush that surrounds the house on the 100 acre property.

Indoor spaces · Family · Sleep quality

Mountain Top Lodge Nimbin

Welcome to Mountain Top Lodge, the perfect luxury escape to the hinterland of northern NSW. If chilling out in a tranquil homestead set on a lush hillside, surrounded by avocado and mango trees listening to the sounds of the waterfall sounds like what you need then look no further. Congratulations to Mountain Top Lodge for just being featured on the latest 2026 Airbnb marketing campaign! 👏🏼

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Sleep quality

Secluded Magical Rainforest Retreat

Cross the bridge and enter a magical paradise. Set amongst trees, perched in a tropical oasis is this romantic and secluded cabin overlooking the creek. Beautifully decorated interior with a Balinese feel, Complete with fully equipped kitchen, outdoor breakfast bar, wifi, Netflix, cozy wood fire for winter and cooling air conditioning for summer. Escape to this magical paradise.

Indoor spaces · Family · Parking

Intimate Rainforest Retreat With Private Sauna

Welcome to Tallowwood House at Koru Sabi Lodge where you can relax in your own private sauna; stargaze from the outdoor bath or get cozy inside by the fireplace. See more pictures and videos on our IG: @koru_sabi_lodge You are: - 5 mins to the General Store & Natural Wine Shop - 15 to the nearest beach - 20 to Brunswick Heads - 30 to Byron Bay - 40 to Gold Coast airport

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Amenities

Never Never Cabin

A spacious cabin in a rural setting with magnificent views of the Never Never range. There is a king bed, quality linens and a claw foot bath. A wood fire for colder evenings and air-con for hot days. Walk to the river and forest. This is private and inspiring accomodation 10 mins from Bellingen, a perfect retreat. Organic muesli and fruit provided for breakfast.

Family · Indoor spaces · View

Named top 4 beach shack in Stay Awhile Magazine.

A place to slow down. Step through the front door and be greeted by the ocean — and a beautiful welcome hamper waiting for you. The Slow is a newly renovated 1940s, absolute beachfront beach shack in Wooli, NSW. Almost every window frames the ocean, with the most magical moment being sunrise from the bedroom.

Indoor spaces · Family · Hospitality

Firefly at Big Bluff Farm

“We are the team at Big Bluff Farm, nestled in the beautiful NSW Hinterland. We pour our hearts into every stay and love sharing this special property with guests from near and far. If you’d like to stay connected with life on the farm, come find us on social media — just search Big Bluff”

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · TV