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Villa Samkara in Byron Bay

Family-friendly villa in McLeods Shoot with a hot tub

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Pool view
Main entrance
Balcony view
Pool area
Garden view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
9 bedrooms9+ bathroomsSleeps 18900 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Byron Bay, NSW
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Wategos Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Byron Lighthouse
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

+10
6 Single Beds, 5 King Beds and 3 Queen Beds

9 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 10

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 11

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Villa Samkara in Byron Bay

Villa Samkara — A Balinese-Inspired Sanctuary in the Byron Bay Hinterland



Tucked away on a secluded hill just ten minutes from Byron Bay, Villa Samkara is a private nine-bedroom estate offering panoramic ocean views, total privacy, and a rare blend of nature and luxury. Designed for retreats, family gatherings, and executive getaways, this two-storey villa combines Balinese elegance with relaxed Australian comfort.

Each of the nine suites has its own ensuite bathroom, with select rooms featuring jacuzzis overlooking the horizon. Spacious living and dining areas flow into wide verandahs and outdoor lounges surrounded by tropical gardens. Unwind by the sun-soaked pool, enjoy a massage in the dedicated treatment room, or soak in the heated garden spa as the sun sets over the hinterland.

Inside, the villa offers a gourmet kitchen, a games room with billiards, and generous spaces designed for connection and calm. Every bedroom opens onto a private verandah with ocean, garden, or hinterland views. The interiors blend handcrafted textures and natural light to create an atmosphere of effortless serenity.

Villa Samkara is more than accommodation — it’s an experience of reconnection. Whether you’re hosting a wellness retreat, an intimate celebration, or a corporate offsite, our team can assist with private chefs, yoga teachers, or tailored programs arranged in advance.

Here, luxury feels grounded, time slows down, and every stay becomes a transformative escape.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 99 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors Only

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-30693, 2479

About the area

McLeods Shoot

McLeods Shoot is home to this villa. Cape Byron Lighthouse and Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bangalow Market and Byron Community Market.
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Byron Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Belongil Beach - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Main Beach - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Clarkes Beach - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Wategos Beach - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 14 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Farm Byron Bay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ciao, Mate! - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stone & Wood Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stone & Wood Brewery and Tasting Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Byron Bay Cookie Company - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Samkara in Byron Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Villa Samkara in Byron Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Villa Samkara in Byron Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Samkara in Byron Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Samkara in Byron Bay located?

Located in McLeods Shoot, this family-friendly villa is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Hayters Hill Nature Reserve, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Belongil Beach and Bangalow Market. Byron Community Market and Tyagarah Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jade M.

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

Better than the photos!

Incredible property! When we arrived we were shocked at how large it was and how good the view was.All bedrooms were ensuited much to our surprise and were very spacious.We loved the outdoor area and the games area downstairs.It was very clean when we checked in.Very close to town, was about 10mins into Byron.Cannot recommend this property enough. We will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui O.

The house was amazing!

We had a mums weekend away and it was the perfect location, size and feel! We had the most wonderful weekend away from the stresses of Mum life! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sophie P.

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

Highly recommend

We stayed with 9 adults and 7 children over Christmas 2023 and absolutely loved our stay. Justin and his house manager were very responsive hosts both prior to our stay (promptly answering any questions we had about the accomodation) and during our stay. They even went to the trouble to put up a Christmas tree for us to enjoy given our stay included Christmas Day. Despite being a large group, we didn’t feel we were on top of each other and the indoor/outdoor space was generous and offered a variety of areas to enjoy mealtimes and space to run/play for the kids. All bedrooms were equally comfortable and the house was clean. The house was also a short drive into Bangalow… we ducked in a few times to access the supermarkets, Pilates studio and for coffee (although the house does have a great coffee machine). The pool and pool toys available were put to good use and we loved the view from the pool area and upper levels as well as enjoyed the beautiful landscaping around the house. Hope to back one day. Thanks Justin!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Irene J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Could be so much better

This property could be incredible and somewhere we would return to with some improvements. Communication from the caretaker was excellent and he was very responsive and helpful when we did have an issue with one air-con unit not working. He happily allowed us early entry which was very helpful. The space was great, lots of room if we all wanted to hang out together and ample space to find a quiet corner and read a book.However, some very basic but important things are lacking - the fly screens are ripped or have holes in them, which means it’s mosquito central! The kitchen is actually in desperate need of a revamp, it is not user friendly and is in desperate need of an update. There is mismatched crockery - many are chipped. Can opener had to be thrown away, we went and bought a new one. Knives were blunt, we bought a knife sharpener for our stay. Stove top would stop working or not produce heat, we can’t even understand how this happens. There is so much vegetation close to the house we were constantly inundated with ants. And unfortunately, it wasn’t very clean, we washed everything, including the bbq before we used it. There are lots of glasses and crockery and cutlery but it needs a clean out and an update. Some of the guests had issues with the hot water in the shower cutting out. There are some really simple upgrades which would make this rental worth the price we paid, but in its current state we feel we didn’t get what we paid for.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

RHONDA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Samkara is a magnificent property with incredible view of the Byron Bay lighthouse. The house is extremely spacious with large bedrooms with ensuites. The kitchen is very functional and a dining room table large enough that the entire family could eat together. Lots of outdoor seating on both upper and lower balconies. Great for early morning coffee. Pool area was large with lots of lounges but I was expecting the pool to be gas heated. It was too cool to swim and play in. Luckily there was a hot tub. Overall an incredible place for a family holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy L.

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

Wonderful stay

This is our third time staying at the Byron Bay Manor. It's in a beautiful location on the escarpment overlooking Byron and a short drive into town. Not that you need to leave the manor - the swimming pool is super refreshing and there are tons to private spaces to relax as well as communal areas for meals/ hanging out. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate T.

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

Perfect for our group

This home was perfect for our group of 17 - huge living, dining and outdoor spaces, every bedroom was extra large and had its own ensuite, had incredible views and was only 10 minutes to Byron and Bangalow.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

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

Great Accommodation for relaxation

We loved the house and sunset spas looking out over the view. It was great that there was an onsite assistant when needed for any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Family Retreat

Great property for our large family retreat. All had our own space and a range of common areas to chose from.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexie G.

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

Beautiful place to stay with a group of friends

This property was perfect for our group of friends who just finished university and wanted to celebrate and hang out before we all got new jobs and had to move away from each other. The hosts had amazing communications and were extremely welcoming and friendly. The place was perfect for a large group, with many rooms and a bathroom in each room. It had large communal areas for everyone to come together and hang out, but enough bedrooms to have some privacy. The rooms were very spacious and all of them had aircon and TVs. The property itself was amazing, with plenty of land to play cricket or throw the ball and a pool that fit everyone. The house had everything you would need, from a pool table to sports equipment to cooking utensils. It unfortunately rained the whole time we were there, but it didnt affect our holiday at all, the spa was perfect, and the loungeroom was big enough for us all to watch movies. The house was so large that we never felt crowded. Overall, 10/10 stay in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rizul M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for a large family getaway

My family and I had a great time at Byron Bay Manor. Large house with lots of living space and big kitchen. Loved that each room had a private ensuite. Only problems were that the hot water system for the showers and taps was very unreliable, and we thought that the outdoor spa was heated (as written in the listing) but it wasn’t. Unfortunately the host was unresponsive when we reached out about this…
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen G.

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

Huge house, great location and view.

Our extended family group of 13 people stayed a week and had a fantastic time. This is a massive house! Unique to this house is that all 8 bedrooms are generous in size, and all with their own private bathrooms and beautiful outlooks, so no one felt hard done by. We also loved the various living spaces, massive dining table, pool table, and bar with multiple fridges. The property grounds were beautiful and the view was spectacular. The kids loved the pool, hammock and fire pit. The kitchen is large but needs updating, and the water pressure was variable, but these were minor issues for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart C.

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

Friend Group

Friend group of 8 couples shared the house. Great amenities and spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Brigitte G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Very disappointing

I can’t fault the view or the location but the ammenities and the service was so disappointing. This home was not cheap and we were really upset to find that the stove top didn’t work, the spa was on the fritz, the BBQ was really dirty, had to be thoroughly clean prior to use (& had to be relevelled so the food didn’t roll off), we were short on towels, the property manager interrupted our stay and we had to park our cars away from the house as the carport was filled. The bins were filled with rubbish and communication was very poor from the owner and property manager. Absolutely disappointing considering the amount of money we paid to Byrion Bay Manor. I would discourage anyone from engaging.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mel O.

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

Felt like we were in Bali!

The Manor is beautiful accommodation which is very spacious and gives you a feeling as though you're in Bali. The pool and spa were a great hit with our crew and we loved that all the rooms had bathrooms. The team who check you in are helpful and respectful of your space. The property is massive and was more than enough room for our group of 14 people. Heads up that the drive way is a little steep and bendy so careful when driving down.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Amazing, photos do do it justice

Best family weekend, had everything for all ages. Absolutely stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosie N.

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

Spectacular!

Our stay at the manor was fantastic! The photos do not do this place justice. Communication was easy with the property manager and staff were so accommodating. Our big day would not have been the same elsewhere, can't wait to come back to celebrate our anniversary!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Tropical Oasis

What a fabulous surprise the full extent of this property was on arrival! Elegant, spacious, relaxing and practical - everything had been thought of and catered for. We’ll be back with another family holiday!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

mary b.

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

50 th wedding anniversary

We had a fabulous stay at the Manor House. Large family group ,heaps of room,lovely bathrooms,lots of out door furniture settings. Only criticism the kitchen needs screen doors ,& the pool was cloudy & greenish. Would love to come again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

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

Amazing property

Very comfortable and large property in the hinterlands only a short drive to Byron. The owner and property managers could not have been more helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neisha C.

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

Exceeded expectations

House was amazing perfect setting for a perfect weekend with family and friends. Staff where very accommodating and friendly. We will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Xanthe P.

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

Great property in a fantastic location

Huge house that is great for a family or big group. There is plenty of room that you can escape and not feel like you are all on top of each other. The owner and property manager are happy to help out with anything and make sure that your stay is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hayley W.

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

Very relaxing and caters to all ages

Beautiful location and the views are breathtaking. Everything you need in the one place. Great amenities and the surroundings just add to the serenity.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

2/10 Terrible

Sally X.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Very bad experiences for all of us

No body can fall asleep because of thousands of mosquitos , can not take shower as no water , dish washer and fridge are broken ..... The worse staying experience in my life time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

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

Fantastic place to stay, so spacious and gorgeous.

Beautiful place to stay with our large group of friends
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

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