The Figs Byron

This is a special and unique location out in the hills and was spectacular setting. It felt like you were up in a jungle retreat with all the amenities and gorgeous views of the valley below and ocean in the far distance. Bathroom was very generous in size, and small kitchen and fridge was helpful. Parking was on gravel in the shade for most of the day. Hosts were very friendly and informative. It is a large property in a neighbourhood with large lots. There are extensive garden plantings with an outdoor pool area with beautiful views. It’s really just a 10 min drive to quaint towns and hippy villages that have been resurrected by new money coming in from Australia’s southern population. The Units are similar to cabins with their own little covered porch areas - so even if it is raining you can sit out and read while surrounded by lush plantings. Long term owners are very helpful with answers for any of our questions. We spent an afternoon in Brunswick, a day in Byron Bay and a few meals within 20 min drive on a scenic route in the area which the owners told us about for great views.I forgot my jacket in our unit and the owner mailed it back to Canada for me:) If you enjoy the outdoors and jungle type feel and some wildlife, you’ll enjoy the wildlife and hilltop get away.

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Beautiful property, setting and location. So peaceful and Peter was so lovely. We loved the pool, spa and stunning gardens!

Great location half way between Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby if you weren't inclined to self cater. Host provided map of area and suggested some drives and excellent places to eat. Pool was a great place to relax before dinner. Unit had everything we needed. Bed was comfortable but the pillows were a bit low for me.

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This place is magical, stashed away at the end of a residential cul-de-sac, surrounded by a subtropical garden full of wildlife, tended lovingly by the owners. It is very private but you need a car to get there and move around to shops, restaurants and/or local sights (there is no café on premises). It is about 10min drive to Mullumbimby (grocery store and restaurants) and 20min to Byron Bay - but you would not know it when you sit on the porch of your 'little paradise'. A well-appointed spacious room (comfortable bed, pleasant seating area with beautiful carved furniture), nicely furnished small kitchenette (with refreshingly clear instructions how to use the coffee machine and a huge selection of teas), spacious bathroom with heated towel rack. The highlight is a mineral-water pool and hot tub set against the backdrop of lush green mountains. I could stay there forever...

There is nothing to dislike. A few very minor considerations for our handicap-enabled room (done so tastefully that even an able-bodied person must like it): The edges of the ramp on the porch could be (esthetically) marked with light-reflective material (I tripped over it a few times in the darkness). The bathroom could use a few more clothes hooks away from the shower; also not sure how to prevent the water from splashing all over the bathroom floor when showering (I had to place a mat in front of the toilet to prevent slipping).

Great picturesque location and lovely swimming pool