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Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway.

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A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a wooden desk with drawers, a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A wooden deck with a black leather sofa and a table with chairs.
A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by dense forest.
A wooden post with a tire swing and a wooden bench.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Upper Burringbar, NSW
  • Place, Mooball National Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, North Byron Parklands
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Brunswick Picture House
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway.

-Sweetwater Cottage-
A Country Retreat for Lovers of Stillness.
Just five minutes from the Rail Trail, This is a lovingly restored 100+‑year‑old settler’s cottage set among quiet hills and fresh country air of Upper Burringbar.
This peaceful hideaway invites slow mornings, gentle birdsong, and a deep connection to nature.
Inside, you’ll find simple, thoughtful comfort: a full kitchen, a King bedroom, a Queen bedroom, and a fold‑out Queen couch.
Beds are exceptionally cozy, dressed in clean, sun‑kissed linen.
Long afternoons are best spent on the verandah, dining outdoors, or curling up by the fireplace.
A BBQ is ready for easy country meals shared under open skies, and a Smart TV with board games offers gentle entertainment on quiet evenings when you feel like staying in.
Sweetwater sits on a serene rural property within kilometers of walking and cycling trails. Byron Bay is 35 minutes and the Gold Coast airport is 40 minutes.
You can find abundant birdlife, native animals, and a fresh creek running through the land, where you can sit quietly and enjoy the peace. Platypus were once seen in the creek, and although the floods changed their habits, they’ve recently been spotted in a nearby private dam — a hopeful sign they’ve endured and remain part of the landscape.

Pets are welcome, but with no fencing, they must be kept close.

Starlink provides fast, unlimited internet for streaming and Wi‑Fi calling. Mobile reception is very limited, but most guests stay connected easily by using Wi‑Fi calling on their phones.

Sweetwater is a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and enjoy the quiet beauty of the hinterland.
The spring water on tap is so good, our neighbor who has the same source as us sells it at the local markets. A very enjoyable space.
There are some lovely walks on the property, please ask us on arrival and we can give you directions.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Double check belongings. Fill up water bottles. Have a great trip.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-35678, 2483
Property # 9917973
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Tweed Heads

Upper Burringbar, a neighbourhood in Tweed Heads, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mooball National Park and Billinudgel Nature Reserve, while Brunswick Picture House and Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens are cultural highlights. Hosanna Farmstay and Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre are also worth visiting.
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Upper Burringbar, NSW

What's nearby

  • Mooball National Park - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • North Byron Parklands - 17 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Marshalls Creek Nature Reserve - 19 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve - 20 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Brunswick Picture House - 22 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 33 min drive
  • Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uki Cafe - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Uki Pies - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Barn Burringbar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Village and Co - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mount Warning Hotel - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway.?

As of 21 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway. on 23 August 2026 start from NZ$384, 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 Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweetwater Cottage. A Country Retreat, a quiet Springwater getaway. located?

Located in Upper Burringbar, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Mount Jerusalem National Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Wabba Road Diversion Trailhead and Mooball National Park. Billinudgel Nature Reserve and North Byron Parklands are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Rob and Gaily

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Your Hosts are Gail Russell, an established local Artist originally from Sandy Bay in Hobart.
And Rob Latham, a lifetime timber worker who originates from Melbourne.
We love our little section of this valley and being able to share it with others.

Why they chose this property

We love the temperate climate our roads and lack of traffic.
The free spring water is a bonus.

What makes this property unique

Being high up in our valley means everything is clean and quiet.
We have plentiful spring water which is like gold.
The creeks and the birds are exceptional.
Very peaceful surroundings.

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