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Emerald Beach Family Retreat

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Upon entering the apartment, a spacious and clean space for the whole family.
Interior
Looking back into the lounge room.
A fully equipped kitchen with all the comforts of home.
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Emerald Beach, NSW
  • Place, Moonee Beach Nature Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Banana Fun Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Coffs Harbour Jetty
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Child Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Emerald Beach Family Retreat

Welcome to Emerald Beach! Perfect for families and small groups at a price point that is intentionally great value. With 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom this is a perfect getaway, business trip, or cozy home base while exploring the north coast.

Situated a short drive from beaches, walking trails, rainforests, Sandy Beach or Woolgoolga, Moonee Beach, shopping, restaurants and more!

Features include a fully equipped kitchen, coffee machine, seasonal fruit, washing machine, reverse cycle air condition, linen and so much more. There is a welcome guide for guests which includes suggestions about places to visit, activities to do and places to eat and much more.

The apartment is under the main house. We have made a number of improvements to soundproof the noise from above, however, you will hear some noise. We are very conscious about making your stay as comfortable as possible. The apartment is completely seperate from the main house and has a private entry and no access by the owner once inside.

The space
Located on a large, semi-rural block of land which gives the feeling of being in the country, yet you're only a few minutes from the beach, waterfall trails, restaurants and shopping. On one side is the sea and on the other is native forests. There is an abundance of wildlife, from native birds to wallabies, possums and lizards. Close to the highway making it convenient and easy to find without the noise.

Inside, you'll find a bowl of fresh fruit upon arrival. There is a coffee machine, tea, instant coffee, milk and some cooking essentials. Breakfast is on offer in the form of a selection of self-serve cereals, pancakes, toast and a variety of spreads. The apartment is spacious, comfortable and homely with features to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. The main room has a queen-sized bed while the other has a bunk bed with a single bed on top and double bed underneath. Upon request, there is a porta cot and fold out bed we can set up for you before you arrive. There are books and games for both kids and adults alike for rainy days. Beach towels, umbrella, seats, pillows and buckets and shovels are included for when you visit the beach. Ceiling fans have been installed in every room and there is an air-conditioner for maximum comfort.

There is a trampoline outside for the kids to play on and a swing for babies and toddlers. Outdoor table and chairs to help you relax. The outside is natural bushland and has an abundance of native birds and wildlife. Our aim is to turn the property into a semi-farm stay with chickens, bees and a vegetable patch to offer guests fresh produce when they stay. We hope to have better outside amenities in the future including a BBQ area and utilisation of the balcony.

The nightly rate is inclusive of cleaning and all we ask is that the apartment be left clean and tidy when you leave.

Guest access
A lock box is used for access. The code will be shared closer to the time of arrival.

The unit is on the ground floor; however the driveway is steep and not suitable for anyone in a wheelchair. The property is unfenced so children may need supervision when outside.

Interactions with Guests
Although my family and I live in the house upstairs, we prefer to leave guests to enjoy their stay without any interruption from us. The apartment space is completely private. Having said that, my Husband and I are only a message or phone call away should you need anything. We are happy to chat and share any insights you need.

We have made a number of improvements to soundproof the noise from above, however, you will hear noise.

Other things to note
There is a dog on the property and her name is Bella. You will likely not see her as she spends most of her time with us upstairs or doing her favourite thing which is going for walks on the beach :) In the unlikely event that you should meet her, she is large and will likely bark to alert us that there is someone she doesn't know on the property. She is not aggressive and will not approach you but rather bark from a distance.

Registration number
PID-STRA-59970

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About the area

Coffs Harbour

Emerald Beach, a neighbourhood in Coffs Harbour, is home to this apartment. Yarrila Arts and Museum and Jetty Memorial Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Woolgoolga Golf Course and Woolgoolga Creek Falls. Solitary Island Aquarium and Big Banana Fun Park are also worth visiting.
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Emerald Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Moonee Beach Nature Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Banana Fun Park - 11 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Coffs Central - 16 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Jetty Beach - 17 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Coffs Harbour Jetty - 18 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Coffs Harbour Station - 18 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonee Beach Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Project Pony - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seaview Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mullaway General Store & Newsagency - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Moon Dragon - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick easy stay highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jacquelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice little home
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Saraf J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vik K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great place and well appointed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizaveta G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Very close to the beach and watching kangaroos as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent and cozy property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Thank you Nathan. It was a pleasure hosting you at Emerald Beach Family Getaway. I hope we see you again soon :)
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10/10 Excellent

Leonie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. The firefly sighting experience was a great bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so lovely after a 6-hour drive to arrive and find all the little things we needed - from breakfast staples, condiments and more. And Cameron even helped take our bags in! Allison was so helpful from the time of booking, with tips of what to see, and answered any questions during our stay straight away. The property is a lovely bushland setting, complete with chooks and a gorgeous mummy wallaby with joey. The kids loved it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Heather S.

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

Nice and quiet

Just passing thru
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2025
Thank you Heather and I hope you ejoyed your stay. We would welcome you back anytime :)
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10/10 Excellent

sowmya d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was wonderful place to stay on our way to Gold Coast. The home was cozy and very welcoming and the host Allison left us a nice message which was highly appreciated by our kids:) The place was clean and well kept. We would love to visit Coffs Harbour again and stay for a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thank you Ramesh for your kind words. You and your family were a wonderful guests and we would happily welcome you back to Emerald Beach Family Getaway anytime :)
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10/10 Excellent

Shara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great communication, really helpful. Got in late and left early so did not see much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Will G.

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

Nice place to stay

Nicely decorated, lovely touch of fruit & essentials in the fridge. Only complaints were a bit of a smell (too many mothballs?) and some of the finishes aren't quite finished - eg, little bits of framing & insulation still visible, ceiling has some unfinished bits, door to bedroom sticks, bathroom fan is a bit noisy. Also the lights went out at one point for a few seconds?
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2025
Thank you and we always welcome guest feedback so we can make the space better. The smell you might have experienced is insect repelent. We have had an extraordinary amount of rain this past few months which has seen an increase in insects. The apartment is treated regularly and we also use plug in insect repelent to keep mosquitoes at bay. They can be switched off and I am sorry if it bothered you. The insects are easing up now that the rain has eased. Thank you for letting me know about the fan and I have had an electrician fix it as a result. The finishes are deliberately rustic and while we try our best to make it feel as warm and as homely as we can, we also value this feedback and will take it on board.
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