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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.

Broken Head Nature Cabins #1. Lux Studio. Sleeps 3
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.

Stylish Private Guest Space in Beautiful Ballina
Created within our home, our guest space has a comfy Queen size bed, tiled bathroom & your own small courtyard; amenities include Aircon, TV, fridge, kettle, microwave & toaster (no kitchen) A short walk to the river swimming beaches & 5 minute drive to stunning ocean beaches. Ballina's main cafes, restaurants, shops & swimming pool just 10 min walk away. Access is through a private entrance (via a roller-door) to the lobby where the key safe is situated. Please Note: Latest Check-in Time 9pm.

Home on the Hill- short walk to Lennox Head town, cafes and beach. Self contained.
Self contained bright and roomy downstairs flat, fully equipped kitchen- newly appointed. A washing machine is in the flat and beach towels are available.A baby/toddler is welcome. You are welcome to use main clothesline. There is also an airer beside the fridge 8 minute walk down the hill to enjoy restaurants ,shops and Lennox beach .There are lovely walkways along the beachfront and up to the Headland. Lennox Head is 20 minutes from Byron Bay and 15 minutes from Ballina Byron airport.

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 with the highest quality french flax linen and Microcloud bedding. 1 bathroom but with two toilets. 150m to skate park, 200m to playground, 500m to two beaches, fishing right out the front!

Private Studio by Sharpes Beach
Welcome to your private studio, just a short 500m stroll from pristine Sharpes Beach! Relax in this brand new studio, featuring high-quality finishes, split system A/C, and fully equipped kitchen including a SMEG bean-to-cup coffee machine for your barista style coffee! From Sharpes Beach enjoy walking/cycling coastal pathways leading to Boulders Beach and Lennox Point or all the way to Ballina in the other direction. Byron Bay is also a handy 25-minutes drive to the north.

Miki's
Lennox Head is a coastal community between Byron Bay and Ballina. Miki’s is in a residential area about 3km from Lennox Head Beach and Boulders Beach. The area is hilly so it’s best to have a car. The space, in a single level home is private and quiet with leafy views to the north. Guests have their own entrance, en-suite bathroom and a small, light food preparation area. There’s also a private balcony with a BBQ. Original artworks in the bright and airy room make it unique.

Sand Dunes ~ 35% off for stays 28 days or more
Sand Dunes is a bright and airy apartment situated in the quiet suburb of East Ballina. With the ocean just a few minutes walk away, Sand Dunes offers a peaceful retreat to relax and enjoy the seaside. The apartment is a short stroll to two cafes, a restaurant, fishing, snorkelling near the mangroves at Shaw's Bay, cycling paths, and the Ballina river mouth. DISCOUNTS FOR LONGER STAYS 35% off for visits 28 days or more 25% off for 14-day stays 12% off for 7 day stays

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.

Rainforest Retreat
Welcome to Rainforest Retreat. A relaxing studio nestled in Lennox Head overlooking the forest. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Inside the studio you’ll find everything you need with a well equipped kitchenette, fridge, toaster, kettle, microwave and portable induction two plate hotplate. The studio is a short 5 min drive to Lennox town or the beach. 15mins to Ballina and Ballina airport and a 25min drive to Byron Bay.

Self-contained studio with private bathroom
Golfers Retreat! Very small (24M2 in total), self-contained studio with pull-out sofa bed with inner spring mattress. Private entrance, bathroom and kitchenette. Direct access to golf course and North Creek. Walk to clubhouse which has a restaurant and bar. Local neighbourhood shops including cafe, bakery, butcher, post office, supermarket, Indian Restaurant, bottle shop and pharmacy approximately 700m away (10 min walk).

La Sirena — One Bedroom Coastal Living Apartment
Surf, go for brekky, hit the markets, shop, dine, escape – all within walking distance from our newly renovated studio. The studio offers an open-plan kitchen, dining, lounge opening onto lawned courtyard, bathroom & seperate toilet. Lennox Head has the best on offer in the Byron area. Lunch on the beachfront or shopping in Bangalow. Hiking along the coastal walk at sunrise. Or simply relax in our beautiful studio.
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Quick stats about holiday rentals that are family-friendly in East Ballina
Total rentals
100 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$152 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
2.1K reviews
Pet-friendly rentals
20 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
30 properties have a pool
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace
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