Luxury home w natural rockpool & fire pit

100% Recommended
6 people
No pets
Indulge in luxury country living at the 'Old Bales'. A stunning newly built home nestled under ancient fig trees. Adjacent to a chemical free rain water Rock Pool and relaxing hacienda for socialising or meditation.

Find a spot on any of the 4 verandahs - enjoy breathtaking valley views and comfortable furnishings.

Cook up a storm in the commercial-grade kitchen, snuggle up in the cosy lounge or romp about on lush lawns amongst the native forest with gallahs, lorrikeets and wallabies. Collect some eggs for breakfast and dive into the rock pool to count the silver Perch.

Please note private use of the rock pool area is by appointment. This is commonly a quiet shared space.

Perfect for group retreats, friends vacations, or a romantic escape. Book now.
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Features and Amenities

3 bedrooms
3 beds
3 bathrooms
Air conditioning
Bath
BBQ

Details

  • Check in after 2:00pm
    Check out before 11:00am
  • Weekday minimum booking: 2 nights
    Weekend minimum booking: 2 nights
Cancellation Policy: 

Receive a 50% refund of the total booking amount (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

STRA Registration: PID-STRA-47132

Additional Information

Escape to a private and peaceful retreat surrounded by nature at this stunning short-term rental home.

Designed for adults only, the property boasts a chemical free natural Rock Pool filled with 250,000 litres of rainwater. The Pool House is set up for socialising or simply meditating.

The commercial-grade kitchen and comfortable dining verandah are perfect for socialising, while the modern audio-visual system provides endless entertainment options.

Two enormous 2-person bathtubs on both verandahs offer stunning sunset views under the ancient fig tree.

Raw materials, high-end interior design, and plush furnishings create a naturally relaxing atmosphere, surrounded by massive rocks and a hoop pine forest. Conveniently located only 10 minutes from Byron, Mullum, Brunswick or Bangalow, this home offers the finest ingredients of the Shire. Amenities include fires, AC, Wifi, and SONOS AV.

You are welcome to meander freely through the Hoop Pine Forest and the Fig Tree hilltop with the chickens and the parrots.

Other things to note
We are local business owners and have a lovely connection to the hospitality industry. We can have you looked after. Let us know a bit more about the things that make your heart sing and we will support this to unfold.

Optional: Ice Bath. Fire Sauna. Vedic Astrology or Numerology Session. Reflexology. Cooking Class. Photo Shoot. Private Chef. Entertainment Service.

Registration number
PID-STRA-47132

Prices

  • Base Price $800 / night
  • Weekend Price $990 / night
  • Cleaning Fee $250
  • Security Deposit $200
  • Extra People $50 / night after 4 people
  • Discounts 
    20% discount for bookings taken between 1 June and 31 August 2026

    10% discount for bookings of 4 nights or longer

    15% discount for bookings of 5 nights or longer

    25% discount for bookings of 28 nights or longer

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Reviews (7)

100% Recommended

Aditya

25 Apr 2026
This place is special. The property is stunningly peaceful and the house is perfectly integrated into the landscape. Dips in the rockpool, stargazing, cooking on the fire pit... we spent an incredibly... relaxing few days here and we would definitely come back. Moni was also very friendly and easy to communicate with.
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Joel

23 Apr 2026
From the moment we arrived we were under the spell of this beautiful home and surroundings. The hosts are truly amazing and have curated a space that encourages you to slow down and reconnect with what matters. It was an incredible stay, we will definitely be back!
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Rachel

19 Apr 2026
What was there NOT to love about this place?! Everything was perfect, from the big comfy beds, the beautiful linen, outdoor baths (3!), fire pit, natural pool, fabulous kitchen with gas cooktop & wide... oven, space to move, private but cosy & intimate, easy space to live in. But the hosts - they were the cherry on top!
If you’re looking for the perfect hinterland holiday destination, stop looking! You just found it!
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Adventures on the Property

These are the exclusive natural wonders and outdoor activities within the property boundaries.

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Over The Fire Cooking

The fire pit in the backyard is all set-up for easy and amazing over the fire cooking. We put t-bone steaks & veggies on there, as well as foiled some sweet potato to roast in the coals. It was scrumptious.
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Private Rockpool

This rockpool is truly something to behold... complete with waterfalls, fish, dragonfly's, and real plants. The water is magical and free of chemicals. It's own little eco system humming along for your private use. You can swim, dive, snorkel, play under the falls, hang in the Dragonfly Hut, and soak in the sunshine.
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In House Massage

We had a local masseuse Delphi come and give us amazing massages. The business is called Wedding Wellness, it's designed for the wedding industry, but also offering treatments for private events or special requests. These are the details - weddingwellness.au / [email protected] / 0490 175 188
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Fig Tree Loving

This Fig Tree at the property entrance is an experience in itself. Breathtaking to look at, and incredible to climb. Get in-touch with your inner Avatar and play for hours.
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Yoga In The Dragonfly Hut

There are several top notch yoga mats at the house, perfect for rolling out and hvaing a yoga/meditation session in the Dragonfly Hut by the rockpool. Or any of several other gorgeous spots around the property to choose from.

Location

The map shows the listing location and awesome adventures nearby.

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Adventures Nearby

Here are some details about the adventures nearby. Refer to the map for their location.

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Coffee Van

Just 200m down the road is a gorgeous coffee van with delish snacks and drink options.
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Coolamon Scenic Drive Lookout

A quick stop to take in the view overlooking Byron, with Julian Rocks out in the distance and the lush surrounding greenery. There's a helpful map here with great information about the region and the scenic routes you can take.
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The Enchanted Crystal Castle

The Crystal Castle is home to Australia's largest crystals. From amethyst crystals you can sit, to rose crystals you can't wrap your arms around, and giant buddha's.
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Balloon Aloft Hot Air Ballooning

So stoked to have ticked off a bucketlist adventure of ours - hot air ballooning! The weather was ridiculously perfect for it, and it was such a serene experience, with the most incredible views across the Byron hinterland and to the lighthouse. The Balloon Aloft team was incredible and we loved the complimentary brekky at The Farm afterwards.
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Three Blue Ducks At The Farm

If you're someone who enjoys basking in paradise, then this restaurant/cafe/nursury/farm is for you. Expect locally grown produce, outstanding food and lovely staff, surrounded by a gorgeous farm - you'll see pigs, horses, banana trees, chooks, herb beds, the lot! We enjoyed the chef's selection at the Three Blue Ducks for 2 for lunch, and were speechless after tasting the 12 hour slow cooked brisket (and freshly shucked oysters with finger lime). Highly recommend for a special occasion.
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Lunch At The Farm

A beautiful spot for lunch & dinner with delicious food and animals to see. Also has a few highland cows!

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$800per night