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Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature

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Dairy Cottage spa bath by day
Entrance to Afterglow Cottages
View of Dairy Cottage from garden above
Dairy bedroom showing outdoor spa bath
Dairy Cottage Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature

Treat yourself to a romantic getaway or relaxing break in an atmosphere of luxury and indulgence, amid a tranquil and picturesque natural landscape.

Only five minutes from the centre of the vibrant and fascinating village of Bellingen, Afterglow Cottages nestles among 30 acres of rolling green hills and native woodland in the beautiful Kalang River valley.

You can choose to stay in our architect-designed Moodys Creek Cottage or the lovingly renovated old dairy - both now spacious self-contained one-bedroom cottages where quality new fittings and furnishings create an atmosphere of comfort and simple elegance.

Afterglow’s two cottages have full kitchen, air-con, queen-size bed, double shower with a view, large deck with BBQ and spa.

Enjoy the sunset over the surrounding hills from your own private deck, indulge in a luxurious spa under the stars or simply relax and watch the abundant native birdlife and the wallabies that often graze on the grassy slopes at dawn and dusk.

Afterglow offers a perfect base for exploring Bellingen and the surrounding countryside – from World Heritage rainforest, cascading waterfalls and stunning beaches to the town’s vibrant cafes, famous festivals and friendly community markets

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7096557
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Kalang

Located in Kalang, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Bellingen Museum and Old Butter Factory are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Honey Place and Raleigh International Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Kalang, NSW

What's nearby

  • Bellingen Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Bellingen Museum - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Hammond & Wheatley Emporium - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Bellingen Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Old Butter Factory - 11 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Nambucca Heads Station - 36 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Butter Factory Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hyde - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Federal Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Flume - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$268, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bellingen Park, Bellingen Community Markets and Hammond & Wheatley Emporium. Bellingen Museum is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

Had a lovely relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Opal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was even more beautiful then the photos! Incredible! Absolute five star quality in every way. Lots of little unexpected bonuses provided by the host. Stunning location. Secluded, peaceful and very private. 100% would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Getaway

Awesome place and location, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The tranquillity and the lovely cottage. Agnes and Geoff were so welcoming and we will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

View, accomidation and host were all great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2025
Thank you Graham, we hope that you find your way here to unwind and relax. All the best to you both
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim and Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Had a wonderful relaxing escape. We highly recommend to anyone wanting a quiet and comfortable retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tenell H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Romantic getaway

We absolutely loved our stay at afterglow. The peaceful surrounds, well equipped accomodation and kind hospitality of the host were highlights. We enjoyed the delicious food in the township of Bellingen and the national park at dorrigo, both of which are only a short drive from afterglow.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2023
Thank you Tenell, it was a pleasure meeting you both, I hope you make time to get away regularly and enjoy each other. Cheers Agnes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicity H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

From the moment we turned up, we were so impressed with the hospitality from Agnes and it only got better. The property was incredible and so private. Would not hesitate recommending Afterglow Cottages to any one.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 December 2020
Hi Felicity Thank you so much for taking time to review us, we really appreciate it and we realise how busy our lives can get. We hope that if you come this way again that we will get a chance to meet you both again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent Retreat

The only complaint we have is that it was way too short! The cottage which had everything and more was just magnificent. The beautiful interior and exterior, nature and your friendly welcome was top notch, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

A beautiful location, complete solitude and silence , perfect for de-stressing! Wonderful amenities and a welcoming wine and nibbles. Then there is the Eggs and Bacon breakfast! Lots of different birds and a few wallabies inhabit the property and the Spa at night, provides relaxation under the stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wunderbar in der Natur gelegenes Häuschen mit traumhaftem Garten und großer Terrasse. Als Haustiere hatten wir Papageien und Wallabies. Im Haus ist ebenfalls sehr viel Platz und alles Nötige vorhanden. Agnes ist eine sehr nette und kommunikative Gastgeberin. Eine tolle Unterkunft!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just us and nature

This truly was a stay to remember, 2-nights was not long enough. Afterglow exceeded our expectations by a mile! Agnes personally welcomed us upon arrival, and left us some beautiful products within the fridge to enjoy during our stay. The cottage itself was clean and decorated beautifully. We enjoyed showers looking out at nature, and spent hours within the outdoor bath enjoying wine and each others company while taking in the stunning view. It was incredibly quiet, all you could hear was the birds chirping and the odd car going past. The location of the properly was very close to Bellingen and other surrounding towns, so getting around was very easy. I feel there is so much more to say, but this sums it up perfectly. Just an amazing stay, and we will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be back!

Agnes is a wonderful host. She's so friendly and helpful. The property was perfect for us to celebrate our anniversary. Close to national parks and lots of hikes. We loved the spa bath in the deck, and spent many hours in it watching the stars. The only noises was nature - and the odd car going past on the road. We will go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xxx

Very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Geoff Low + Agnes Low

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