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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.

Studio birdsong
Forget your worries in this spacious, private and quiet space. New from old. More from less. Mindfully created luxurious studio to play rest or stay near 10 amazing ‘surfing’ beaches and many cafes and restaurants close by. We have created this studio with natural materials only and with simple luxury in mind. Our beds are dressed in pure organic cotton and linen. We like you to feel relaxed in this beautiful light filled studio and enjoy all what the northern rivers area has to offer 🏖🌳🌈🏄♀️🌅🥾🏊🤿🐋

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.

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

Cosy modern Studio
Self contained unit with bathroom and galley kitchen on ground floor of a large residential home. Off street parking for 1 vehicle. Seperate access for guests, undercover outdoor area with adjoining grassed area, full kitchen with all fittings utensils and coffee pod machine. The Studio has just had an update in March 2025 with a completely new Bathroom fitout, updated appliances and new flooring. There is an undercover outdoor with a bbq.

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.
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Quick stats about vacation rentals that are family-friendly in Ballina
Total rentals
90 properties
Nightly prices starting at
€ 51 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
1.8K reviews
Pet-friendly rentals
20 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
20 properties have a pool
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace
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