Tallowwood Cottage
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Coffee
Karangi Creek Coffee is the closest mobile coffee van to Tallowwood Cottage located on the corner of Coramba and Mastons Road (next to the Karangi cemetery). Its also a nice drive out (around 8 mins / 5km) to see a bit of the Orara Valley Countryside. Serving fresh Hero coffee and freshly baked sourdough bread and cakes daily, keeping as much local produce as possible such as locally harvested honey.
Open 6am - 12pm Mon - Fri, 7:00am - 12:00pm Sat, closed Sun.
Karangi Creek Coffee
Mastons RoadKarangi Creek Coffee is the closest mobile coffee van to Tallowwood Cottage located on the corner of Coramba and Mastons Road (next to the Karangi cemetery). Its also a nice drive out (around 8 mins / 5km) to see a bit of the Orara Valley Countryside. Serving fresh Hero coffee and freshly baked sourdough bread and cakes daily, keeping as much local produce as possible such as locally harvested honey.
Open 6am - 12pm Mon - Fri, 7:00am - 12:00pm Sat, closed Sun.
Amazing local bakery. Delicious baked goods and coffee. It’s a scenic drive out to the small township of Glen Reagh. Drop off at Coramba Pub for a great view over the dairy cow pastures and a beer or wine on your way back to the cottage.
Glenreagh Bakery
Amazing local bakery. Delicious baked goods and coffee. It’s a scenic drive out to the small township of Glen Reagh. Drop off at Coramba Pub for a great view over the dairy cow pastures and a beer or wine on your way back to the cottage.
The cafe and restaurant on the first floor of the Park Beach Surf Lifesaving Club (Surf Club Road, Coffs Harbour) is the best coffee with a view in town. The cafe/restuarant overlooks Park Beach and the Solitary Islands Marine Park. If you're lucky you'll see pods of dolphins passing along the coast. They have a delicious lunch menu and bar also, definitely worth a visit.
The surf club isn't pet friendly and there's no reliable shade in the parking lot.
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Coffs Harbour Surf Lifesaving Club
23 Surf Club RdThe cafe and restaurant on the first floor of the Park Beach Surf Lifesaving Club (Surf Club Road, Coffs Harbour) is the best coffee with a view in town. The cafe/restuarant overlooks Park Beach and the Solitary Islands Marine Park. If you're lucky you'll see pods of dolphins passing along the coast. They have a delicious lunch menu and bar also, definitely worth a visit.
The surf club isn't pet friendly and there's no reliable shade in the parking lot.
Supply Coffee which is located at 15 Orlando Street is a micro roastery, espresso bar and cafe located at the Jetty Precinct of Coffs Harbour. The coffees they showcase are from Latin America, East Africa and The Pacific and are sourced by Australia’s finest specialty green coffee purveyors. Delicious cakes and sweets as well as a great menu. The only downside is there isn't a great view but the interiors are lovely or sit outside in the front courtyard and watch the passing parade with sunny and shaded seating options.
15 Orlando St
15 Orlando StreetSupply Coffee which is located at 15 Orlando Street is a micro roastery, espresso bar and cafe located at the Jetty Precinct of Coffs Harbour. The coffees they showcase are from Latin America, East Africa and The Pacific and are sourced by Australia’s finest specialty green coffee purveyors. Delicious cakes and sweets as well as a great menu. The only downside is there isn't a great view but the interiors are lovely or sit outside in the front courtyard and watch the passing parade with sunny and shaded seating options.
For the serious coffee lovers...
Designed to showcase fresh & healthy food, the latest in equipment technology, seasonal coffee attributes and the latest coffee geek-gadgets perfect for the home, around the campfire all in a vibrant relaxed atmosphere for all to experience.
Palate and Ply is also pet friendly. They also have free Wifi.
If you'd like a coffee with a view, I'd recommend the Park Beach Surf Club which overlooks the ocean.
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Palate & Ply Espresso Bar, Cafe & Roastery
37 Vernon StFor the serious coffee lovers...
Designed to showcase fresh & healthy food, the latest in equipment technology, seasonal coffee attributes and the latest coffee geek-gadgets perfect for the home, around the campfire all in a vibrant relaxed atmosphere for all to experience.
Palate and Ply is also pet friendly. They also have free Wifi.
If you'd like a coffee with a view, I'd recommend the Park Beach Surf Club which overlooks the ocean.
Locally roasted coffee, craft beer, wine, cocktails, live brekky music and comfort food...done well! Open from 6.30am, 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch. There's also live brekky music sessions featuring local musicians on Saturday and Sunday between 9am - 11am.
Dark Arts Coffee Roasters is a small boutique roastery. They have partnered with Origin Coffee Traders & other ethical traders to ensure the ethical sourcing of coffee, looking after both the farmers & the environment, whilst maintaining quality & consistency.
Their house blend “BLACK MAGIC” is a definite favourite, with a medium style roast & a beautiful full body. “BLACK MAGIC” is a four bean blend of Colombian, Costa Rican, Peruvian & Sumatran coffee & perfect for milk & black coffee drinkers (as well as alternate milks like soy, almond, macadamia, coconut & lactose free, which are all available).
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Dark Arts Cafe & Bar
Cox LaneLocally roasted coffee, craft beer, wine, cocktails, live brekky music and comfort food...done well! Open from 6.30am, 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch. There's also live brekky music sessions featuring local musicians on Saturday and Sunday between 9am - 11am.
Dark Arts Coffee Roasters is a small boutique roastery. They have partnered with Origin Coffee Traders & other ethical traders to ensure the ethical sourcing of coffee, looking after both the farmers & the environment, whilst maintaining quality & consistency.
Their house blend “BLACK MAGIC” is a definite favourite, with a medium style roast & a beautiful full body. “BLACK MAGIC” is a four bean blend of Colombian, Costa Rican, Peruvian & Sumatran coffee & perfect for milk & black coffee drinkers (as well as alternate milks like soy, almond, macadamia, coconut & lactose free, which are all available).
Freshwater Swimming Holes
Dingo Creek has three main swimming holes. One at the head of the road at the bridge, the second about 150m down the dirt road and the third is up the mountain accessible by 4WD. Only a 7 minute drive from Tallowwood Cottage.
Magic Pool
Dingo Creek RoadDingo Creek has three main swimming holes. One at the head of the road at the bridge, the second about 150m down the dirt road and the third is up the mountain accessible by 4WD. Only a 7 minute drive from Tallowwood Cottage.
If you’re up for a bit of a hike, the waterhole offers crystal clear swimming at the bottom of the falls and it’s possible to climb under the falls from the water. The falls are free-falling from about 10m above, plunging into a deep pool below.
Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the challenging rock-hopping walk, but remember to take your rubbish home with you as there are no facilities at the falls.
Scouts Falls
If you’re up for a bit of a hike, the waterhole offers crystal clear swimming at the bottom of the falls and it’s possible to climb under the falls from the water. The falls are free-falling from about 10m above, plunging into a deep pool below.
Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the challenging rock-hopping walk, but remember to take your rubbish home with you as there are no facilities at the falls.
A big classic waterfall and gorgeous swimming pool if you're on the Dorrigo plateau (1hr 10min drive from Tallowwood Cottage). Very easy walk down which is concreted. There's also a viewing platform at the top.
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Chutes de Dangar
Coramba RoadA big classic waterfall and gorgeous swimming pool if you're on the Dorrigo plateau (1hr 10min drive from Tallowwood Cottage). Very easy walk down which is concreted. There's also a viewing platform at the top.
Dog Friendly
Delicious food with brekky and lunch service as well as a bar. It’s dog friendly and also located next to a dog friendly beach and walking paths. Drop in for a bite to eat after you and your pooch have a walk around north Sapphire. Beachstone is open Wednesday to Sunday from 7:15 am.
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Beachstone Cafe
2 Beach WayDelicious food with brekky and lunch service as well as a bar. It’s dog friendly and also located next to a dog friendly beach and walking paths. Drop in for a bite to eat after you and your pooch have a walk around north Sapphire. Beachstone is open Wednesday to Sunday from 7:15 am.
Delicious vegetarian and vegan cafe with delicious pre made pies, lasagne, risotto and lentil patties as well as a selection of pre-made salads. Also stocked with locally made Kombucha, tonics and freshly squeezed juices, coffee and tea. Eat in or takeaway available. Bring your own container and save 50 cents on takeaway.
The Happy Frog is also pet friendly.
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The Happy Frog
16 Park AveDelicious vegetarian and vegan cafe with delicious pre made pies, lasagne, risotto and lentil patties as well as a selection of pre-made salads. Also stocked with locally made Kombucha, tonics and freshly squeezed juices, coffee and tea. Eat in or takeaway available. Bring your own container and save 50 cents on takeaway.
The Happy Frog is also pet friendly.
This is the closet pub to Tallowwood Cottage. Great food! Lunch service from 12-2 and dinner from 5:30-8.30. Dog friendly seating out the back with a beautiful view of grazing pastures. For more info see the listing under the “food scene section”.
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Coramba Hotel
17 Gale StThis is the closet pub to Tallowwood Cottage. Great food! Lunch service from 12-2 and dinner from 5:30-8.30. Dog friendly seating out the back with a beautiful view of grazing pastures. For more info see the listing under the “food scene section”.
Dog friendly seating outside (see more info under “food scene section”.
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The Happy Frog
16 Park AveDog friendly seating outside (see more info under “food scene section”.
A brewery right in the heart of Coffs (accessible by Little Street laneway). Food also available but isn’t spectacular - but will be enjoyed if you like a beer and nice ambience. Special events such as comedy nights and beer and yoga are on regularly. Check their website or social media pages for details.
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King Tide Brewing
1 Studio LaneA brewery right in the heart of Coffs (accessible by Little Street laneway). Food also available but isn’t spectacular - but will be enjoyed if you like a beer and nice ambience. Special events such as comedy nights and beer and yoga are on regularly. Check their website or social media pages for details.
Around 30 minutes drive north of Coffs Harbour is Emerald Beach. It's a nice area with a local cafe, pizza restaurant, Mexican and bottle-o. The northern end of Emerald Beach is also dog friendly for off lead exercise.
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Emerald Beach
Around 30 minutes drive north of Coffs Harbour is Emerald Beach. It's a nice area with a local cafe, pizza restaurant, Mexican and bottle-o. The northern end of Emerald Beach is also dog friendly for off lead exercise.
Off lead dog friendly beach 24/7. There's also a nice walking track that runs behind the foreshores. Council provides free poop bags too, look for the green canisters with black bags inside.
North Wall Beach
Off lead dog friendly beach 24/7. There's also a nice walking track that runs behind the foreshores. Council provides free poop bags too, look for the green canisters with black bags inside.
On lead dog friendly beach. Can be a bit eroded/sloped at times with stones but still nice on the southern end to walk. It's not a large beach either but usually really quiet if you want a moment to yourself. Sometimes in the week you'll have the beach all to yourself and your furry friend. A tip - at the southern end you can continue along a small path just above the beach/rocks. You can walk all the way up to the boat storage shed. When winds are blowing strong from the south this is a little sheltered corner great for swimming.
Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort
2 Bay DrOn lead dog friendly beach. Can be a bit eroded/sloped at times with stones but still nice on the southern end to walk. It's not a large beach either but usually really quiet if you want a moment to yourself. Sometimes in the week you'll have the beach all to yourself and your furry friend. A tip - at the southern end you can continue along a small path just above the beach/rocks. You can walk all the way up to the boat storage shed. When winds are blowing strong from the south this is a little sheltered corner great for swimming.
South Wall is a concreted path that forms the southern barrier of the harbour. It's an on lead dog friendly path. Free poop bags are provided, look in the green canisters near the gates. When the swell is really big (+2.5m), the Council closes the gates and access to the walkway. If so, you can just drive around to North Wall and walk along there instead.
Coffs Harbour Southern Break Wall
South Wall is a concreted path that forms the southern barrier of the harbour. It's an on lead dog friendly path. Free poop bags are provided, look in the green canisters near the gates. When the swell is really big (+2.5m), the Council closes the gates and access to the walkway. If so, you can just drive around to North Wall and walk along there instead.
Beautiful food for brekky and lunch also with a fully stocked bar for drinks. Stef Beachstone is open Wednesday to Sunday from 7:15 am. Drop in and enjoy an exceptional Bassett espresso and sample the delicious menu.
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Beachstone Cafe
2 Beach WayBeautiful food for brekky and lunch also with a fully stocked bar for drinks. Stef Beachstone is open Wednesday to Sunday from 7:15 am. Drop in and enjoy an exceptional Bassett espresso and sample the delicious menu.
This market is the local Sunday Coffs market (8:00am - 2:00pm) in a beautiful location by the coast with plenty of free parking. Meander through the stalls that include local crafts, produce (honey, garlic, salami, breads), food trucks as well as a fresh produce section of local growers. Since you’re down this way, you might also want to take your dog for a walk along North Wall beach, or grab some seafood from the Fisherman’s Co-op which is nearby at the Marina.
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Harbourside Markets
Marina DriveThis market is the local Sunday Coffs market (8:00am - 2:00pm) in a beautiful location by the coast with plenty of free parking. Meander through the stalls that include local crafts, produce (honey, garlic, salami, breads), food trucks as well as a fresh produce section of local growers. Since you’re down this way, you might also want to take your dog for a walk along North Wall beach, or grab some seafood from the Fisherman’s Co-op which is nearby at the Marina.
Worth the drive up past banana and avacado plantations to reach a spectacular view of the coast and mountains of Niigi Niigi (Sealy Lookout) - Plus your furry friend can enjoy it too. There’s also a local Gumbaynggirr run cafe - Nyanggan Gapi cafe which is a social enterprise where 100% of profits from Nyanggan Gapi Cafe go towards our core programs including, local bi-lingual school, after school learning centres and Gumbaynggirr language revitalisation.
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Jetée du Ciel de la Forêt
Worth the drive up past banana and avacado plantations to reach a spectacular view of the coast and mountains of Niigi Niigi (Sealy Lookout) - Plus your furry friend can enjoy it too. There’s also a local Gumbaynggirr run cafe - Nyanggan Gapi cafe which is a social enterprise where 100% of profits from Nyanggan Gapi Cafe go towards our core programs including, local bi-lingual school, after school learning centres and Gumbaynggirr language revitalisation.
Great cafe in the quant village of Sawtell. The cafe has a lovely view overlooking Sawtell Beach. Open for breakfast and lunch. With outdoor shaded seating. Plus it’s dog friendly! Sawtell Beach (north) at Murray’s Beach is also an on lead dog beach. Since you’re down this way, you might also want to take your dog to Boambee Bay Reserve which is an estuary so it’s great for swimming (no waves). If you drive in there’s a $5 charge. If you park up the top you can walk in free.
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Sawtell Surf Life Saving Club & Kiosk Sawtell Beach
Great cafe in the quant village of Sawtell. The cafe has a lovely view overlooking Sawtell Beach. Open for breakfast and lunch. With outdoor shaded seating. Plus it’s dog friendly! Sawtell Beach (north) at Murray’s Beach is also an on lead dog beach. Since you’re down this way, you might also want to take your dog to Boambee Bay Reserve which is an estuary so it’s great for swimming (no waves). If you drive in there’s a $5 charge. If you park up the top you can walk in free.
Visit the cafe just down the road from Russell Crow’s place. Delicious food and licences bar. Open for breakfast and lunch and it’s dog friendly. Just a tip - it gets busy, so best to book ahead!
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Idle In Cafe
30 Nana StVisit the cafe just down the road from Russell Crow’s place. Delicious food and licences bar. Open for breakfast and lunch and it’s dog friendly. Just a tip - it gets busy, so best to book ahead!
Take a drive 15 minutes north of Coffs Harbour to lovely Emerald Beach. The beach is dog friendly (off lead) North of Fiddamans Creek (slightly north of the main beach area - but you can park at the main car park). Grab a pizza at Emerald Beach Pizza or some Mexican and eat down the beach! Lovely for a late afternoon activity for you and your furry friend.
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Emerald Beach
Take a drive 15 minutes north of Coffs Harbour to lovely Emerald Beach. The beach is dog friendly (off lead) North of Fiddamans Creek (slightly north of the main beach area - but you can park at the main car park). Grab a pizza at Emerald Beach Pizza or some Mexican and eat down the beach! Lovely for a late afternoon activity for you and your furry friend.
Located 20 min drive north of Tallowwood Cottage, Moonee Beach Reserve at the end of Moonee Beach Road is a lovely little spot in an estuary (great for swimming as there’s no waves) with a dog friendly walk at the end of the car park. Visit the Moonee Beach Tavern for lunch/dinner and drinks afterwards as they also have a dog friendly beer garden.
Moonee Beach Rd, Moonee Beach NSW 2450, Australie
Located 20 min drive north of Tallowwood Cottage, Moonee Beach Reserve at the end of Moonee Beach Road is a lovely little spot in an estuary (great for swimming as there’s no waves) with a dog friendly walk at the end of the car park. Visit the Moonee Beach Tavern for lunch/dinner and drinks afterwards as they also have a dog friendly beer garden.
A fresh take on modern Mexican street food, they are located in the vibrant Jetty precinct. They have two dog friendly outdoor decks where fur babies are most welcome. Open for lunch and dinner.
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Lime Mexican Tapas Restaurant & Bar
368 Harbour DrA fresh take on modern Mexican street food, they are located in the vibrant Jetty precinct. They have two dog friendly outdoor decks where fur babies are most welcome. Open for lunch and dinner.
A 35 min drive south from Tallowwood Cottage (worth a visit if you’re down visiting Bellingen too), walk along the beach along the Urunga boardwalk, you’ll find many families with furry members splashing around or enjoying the breathtaking views of the beaches and the Kalang and Bellinger River mouth. If you are lucky, you might spot some interesting wildlife.
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Promenade de Urunga
A 35 min drive south from Tallowwood Cottage (worth a visit if you’re down visiting Bellingen too), walk along the beach along the Urunga boardwalk, you’ll find many families with furry members splashing around or enjoying the breathtaking views of the beaches and the Kalang and Bellinger River mouth. If you are lucky, you might spot some interesting wildlife.
Food scene
High end seafood dining from one of the most pure Fisheries in the world. Also has a deck facing the ocean for afternoon cocktails. Dogs are also permitted on the deck outside with has a beautiful ocean view. Book ahead to make sure you can get a seat with your furry friend outside.
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Latitude 30
1 Marina DrHigh end seafood dining from one of the most pure Fisheries in the world. Also has a deck facing the ocean for afternoon cocktails. Dogs are also permitted on the deck outside with has a beautiful ocean view. Book ahead to make sure you can get a seat with your furry friend outside.
If you enjoy a sip or two of wine and delicious high end accompanying cuisines, it's worth a visit to Two Tails. Check opening hours and book ahead on weekends and peak times.
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Two Tails Wines
963 Orara WayIf you enjoy a sip or two of wine and delicious high end accompanying cuisines, it's worth a visit to Two Tails. Check opening hours and book ahead on weekends and peak times.
The best fish and chips in Coffs in my opinion Quality and crunch! Also shops at Sawtell and Woolgoolga.
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Seasalt Jetty
361 Harbour DrThe best fish and chips in Coffs in my opinion Quality and crunch! Also shops at Sawtell and Woolgoolga.
The best sushi in town - eat in or takeaway. They're closed Mondays. Open for lunch and dinner.
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Hungry Bears
79 Grafton StThe best sushi in town - eat in or takeaway. They're closed Mondays. Open for lunch and dinner.
Whether you want a beachside breakfast, a casual lunch with a beer or wine, or a sneaky cake and cuppa with your mates, the Surf Club Restaurant and Bar is the place to be. The atmosphere is breezy and relaxed, the menu will suit everyone, the daily specials are inspired and the food is simple, fresh, and downright delicious.
And then there’s the view! Look out over the sand dunes to the ocean waves and the Solitary Islands while sipping a latte or digging into a fresh seafood platter. Definitely worth a visit. Only open for breakfast and lunch.
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Surf Club Restaurant & Bar
23 Surf Club RdWhether you want a beachside breakfast, a casual lunch with a beer or wine, or a sneaky cake and cuppa with your mates, the Surf Club Restaurant and Bar is the place to be. The atmosphere is breezy and relaxed, the menu will suit everyone, the daily specials are inspired and the food is simple, fresh, and downright delicious.
And then there’s the view! Look out over the sand dunes to the ocean waves and the Solitary Islands while sipping a latte or digging into a fresh seafood platter. Definitely worth a visit. Only open for breakfast and lunch.
Undrground
Delicious vegan desert bar and cafe with lovely coffee and vegan smoothies and drinks.
Great fresh seafood and takeaway fish and chips. Although not dog friendly, you can take your furry friend to the nearby tables or sit on the break wall or grass and have a picnic with your pet.
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Coffs Harbour International Marina
69 Marina DrGreat fresh seafood and takeaway fish and chips. Although not dog friendly, you can take your furry friend to the nearby tables or sit on the break wall or grass and have a picnic with your pet.
Amazing food, live music (check website or call ahead) great cocktails and a great range of tap beers. Make a reservation via their website.
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Element Bar
380 Harbour DrAmazing food, live music (check website or call ahead) great cocktails and a great range of tap beers. Make a reservation via their website.
Sightseeing
There's nothing like a cold one at a local country pub. Coramba Hotel is the closest watering hole to Tallowwood Cottage and has a fully stocked bar, cold beer on tap, delicious food (lunch from 12-2pm and dinner from 5:30 - 8.30pm). It also has an amazing view out the back over the pastures where cows graze. Live music on some Sundays. Definitely worth a visit.
Coramba Hotel is also dog friendly.
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Coramba Hotel
17 Gale StThere's nothing like a cold one at a local country pub. Coramba Hotel is the closest watering hole to Tallowwood Cottage and has a fully stocked bar, cold beer on tap, delicious food (lunch from 12-2pm and dinner from 5:30 - 8.30pm). It also has an amazing view out the back over the pastures where cows graze. Live music on some Sundays. Definitely worth a visit.
Coramba Hotel is also dog friendly.
It's a beautiful walk along North Wall, the Co-op and Marina to get to Muttonbird Island. Spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the ocean and mountains. It is a sacred and significant site to the local Gumbaynggirr people who call the island Giidany Mirrlarl, meaning moon sacred place.
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Muttonbird Island
It's a beautiful walk along North Wall, the Co-op and Marina to get to Muttonbird Island. Spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the ocean and mountains. It is a sacred and significant site to the local Gumbaynggirr people who call the island Giidany Mirrlarl, meaning moon sacred place.
Offering 4WD tracks, mountain bike trails, walking tracks and scenic spots from picnicking, swimming and birdwatching. There is also a beautiful 1km walk to Bangalore Falls. There are two ways to get to Bangalore Falls/Bindarri NP - either through the 4WD tracks at the end of Diaryville Road, or if you're in a 2WD car, from Ulong. Follow GPS routes accordingly and if you're not sure, just call or msg me.
Hidden away in the mountains, you'll barely see another soul at Bindarri, yet you'll see plenty of local wildlife. Bindarri NP is considered a biodiversity hotspot due to the number of rare and threatened species that are found here such as the palm orchid, fish bone fern and southern quassia. Listen for lyrebirds calling in the rainforest and watch from swamp wallabies and red-necked pademelons in the forest.
The deep gorges, cascading waterfalls and lush forests of Bindarri National Park are the traditional lands of the Gumbaynggirr people. The park is named after the Gumbaynggirr word 'Bindarray', which means 'many creeks'. Many Aboriginal sites have been identified as places used by local Aboriginal people for camping, tool-making, ceremonies and dreaming stories.
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Bindarri National Park
Offering 4WD tracks, mountain bike trails, walking tracks and scenic spots from picnicking, swimming and birdwatching. There is also a beautiful 1km walk to Bangalore Falls. There are two ways to get to Bangalore Falls/Bindarri NP - either through the 4WD tracks at the end of Diaryville Road, or if you're in a 2WD car, from Ulong. Follow GPS routes accordingly and if you're not sure, just call or msg me.
Hidden away in the mountains, you'll barely see another soul at Bindarri, yet you'll see plenty of local wildlife. Bindarri NP is considered a biodiversity hotspot due to the number of rare and threatened species that are found here such as the palm orchid, fish bone fern and southern quassia. Listen for lyrebirds calling in the rainforest and watch from swamp wallabies and red-necked pademelons in the forest.
The deep gorges, cascading waterfalls and lush forests of Bindarri National Park are the traditional lands of the Gumbaynggirr people. The park is named after the Gumbaynggirr word 'Bindarray', which means 'many creeks'. Many Aboriginal sites have been identified as places used by local Aboriginal people for camping, tool-making, ceremonies and dreaming stories.
If you want to get up and close with local wild Kangaroos, take a drive up to Emerald Beach and visit Look At Me Now Headland. Year round, Eastern Grey Kangaroos lay sprawled out and can be seen grazing in their natural habitat. Best times is in the morning and afternoon (feeding times). Also a great surfing area. It also has a lovely easy scenic walk which is the perfect spot to whale and dolphin watch. You can also see White-bellied sea eagles, ospreys and Brahminy kites soaring above the coastline on the hunt for prey.
Look At Me Now Headland is an important Aboriginal site of deep significance to local Gumbaynggirr people.
Take a picnic lunch and sit on the grass. Emerald Beach nearby also has a general store, bottle-O, Mexican food, pizza as well as a cafe (Surf Street Cafe) located right near the beach.
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Look At Me Now Headland
If you want to get up and close with local wild Kangaroos, take a drive up to Emerald Beach and visit Look At Me Now Headland. Year round, Eastern Grey Kangaroos lay sprawled out and can be seen grazing in their natural habitat. Best times is in the morning and afternoon (feeding times). Also a great surfing area. It also has a lovely easy scenic walk which is the perfect spot to whale and dolphin watch. You can also see White-bellied sea eagles, ospreys and Brahminy kites soaring above the coastline on the hunt for prey.
Look At Me Now Headland is an important Aboriginal site of deep significance to local Gumbaynggirr people.
Take a picnic lunch and sit on the grass. Emerald Beach nearby also has a general store, bottle-O, Mexican food, pizza as well as a cafe (Surf Street Cafe) located right near the beach.
Southern corner surfing beach, great for all levels and one of the more chilled waves in the Coffs area. Great for swimming also. There's also a lovely scenic walk starting on the southern end of Diggers (look for the timber steps at the edge of the sand going up the cliff) which goes all the way around to the next southern beach of Macauley's Headland.
Diggers Beach
Southern corner surfing beach, great for all levels and one of the more chilled waves in the Coffs area. Great for swimming also. There's also a lovely scenic walk starting on the southern end of Diggers (look for the timber steps at the edge of the sand going up the cliff) which goes all the way around to the next southern beach of Macauley's Headland.
Great surfing beach (northern corner) with waves to the south also at Park Beach. Beach is not patrolled, best to stick with either Park Beach or Diggers if you're not a confident water person.
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Macauleys Headland Walk
Macauleys Headland Walking TrackGreat surfing beach (northern corner) with waves to the south also at Park Beach. Beach is not patrolled, best to stick with either Park Beach or Diggers if you're not a confident water person.
Offering scuba diving, snorkelling, whale and dolphin watching tours on the ocean in the world famous Solitary Islands Marine Park. The best in town (I got my open water certification with them) they'll take care of you.
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Jetty Dive Centre
398 Harbour DrOffering scuba diving, snorkelling, whale and dolphin watching tours on the ocean in the world famous Solitary Islands Marine Park. The best in town (I got my open water certification with them) they'll take care of you.
For adventure seekers, experience zip lines, obstacles, high ropes and fun literally in the tree tops! Offering 110 challenges and 20 zip lines for you to enjoy the bush from a new perspective.
Beautiful surroundings, sublime natural habitat and an abundance of local wildlife, located just around the corner from Sealy Lookout.
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TreeTops Coffs Harbour
Sealy Lookout DriveFor adventure seekers, experience zip lines, obstacles, high ropes and fun literally in the tree tops! Offering 110 challenges and 20 zip lines for you to enjoy the bush from a new perspective.
Beautiful surroundings, sublime natural habitat and an abundance of local wildlife, located just around the corner from Sealy Lookout.
Only a short drive off the Pacific Highway north of Coffs Harbour through banana and avocado plantations, the forest sky pier at Niigi Niigi / Sealy Lookout sits within a flora reserve in Orara East State Forest. The Forest Sky Pier offers magnificent coastal views over the city of Coffs Harbour and up and down the coastline. There are walking tracks through the rainforest, ranging from one to three hours, and picnic tables and toilets.
Whilst at the lookout, grab a coffee from Nyanggan Gapi cafe check out Coffs Treetops (maybe even book ahead) or walk 500 metres down the road to the beautiful Gumgali Track (which ends at Korara Lookout). Gumgali Track shares the Gumbaynggirr story of Gumgali the back goanna in sculpture, art and sound.
Forest Sky Pier at Sealy Lookout - an NSW gold award-winning tourist attraction.
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Jetée du Ciel de la Forêt
Only a short drive off the Pacific Highway north of Coffs Harbour through banana and avocado plantations, the forest sky pier at Niigi Niigi / Sealy Lookout sits within a flora reserve in Orara East State Forest. The Forest Sky Pier offers magnificent coastal views over the city of Coffs Harbour and up and down the coastline. There are walking tracks through the rainforest, ranging from one to three hours, and picnic tables and toilets.
Whilst at the lookout, grab a coffee from Nyanggan Gapi cafe check out Coffs Treetops (maybe even book ahead) or walk 500 metres down the road to the beautiful Gumgali Track (which ends at Korara Lookout). Gumgali Track shares the Gumbaynggirr story of Gumgali the back goanna in sculpture, art and sound.
Forest Sky Pier at Sealy Lookout - an NSW gold award-winning tourist attraction.
If you fancy a bit of a drive (around 40 mins from Tallowwood Cottage), the town of Bellingen is worth a visit. Grab some lunch at the bistro and a cold wine or beer. Check their socials for events and live music. Also, Bellingen markets are on every third Saturday of the month where local goods, crafts, plants, jewellery can be found.
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Federal Hotel
77 Hyde StIf you fancy a bit of a drive (around 40 mins from Tallowwood Cottage), the town of Bellingen is worth a visit. Grab some lunch at the bistro and a cold wine or beer. Check their socials for events and live music. Also, Bellingen markets are on every third Saturday of the month where local goods, crafts, plants, jewellery can be found.
It's about an hour and 10 minutes drive from Tallowwood Cottage, but a stunning attraction and worth the drive to see the ancient Gondwana Rainforest and beautiful waterfalls. Take your walking shoes and swimmers, there is a lot to see on the walking tracks and you'll want to cool off in summer.
Bellingen is also along the way so you can make a whole day of it if you start early in the day. Stop off at the Federal Hotel in Bellingen for lunch and head up the mountain to Dorrigo in the afternoon. Just a note, the road up Dorrigo mountain is very windy, so be mindful if you get car sick.
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Dorrigo National Park
Lyrebird LinkIt's about an hour and 10 minutes drive from Tallowwood Cottage, but a stunning attraction and worth the drive to see the ancient Gondwana Rainforest and beautiful waterfalls. Take your walking shoes and swimmers, there is a lot to see on the walking tracks and you'll want to cool off in summer.
Bellingen is also along the way so you can make a whole day of it if you start early in the day. Stop off at the Federal Hotel in Bellingen for lunch and head up the mountain to Dorrigo in the afternoon. Just a note, the road up Dorrigo mountain is very windy, so be mindful if you get car sick.
Cultural Experiences
The Gumbaynggirr people are the traditional owners of the Coffs Coast. Experience Gumbaynggirr culture, people and language in an immersive day at the iconic Sealy Lookout, Korora, just north of Coffs Harbour. Bask in the ambience of 360 degree views and immerse in Gumbaynggirr culture through stories, songs, language and the uses of native plants ($44). If you search online 'Giingan Gumbaynggirr Cultural Experience' you'll be able to book online in advance (recommended on weekends and peak times).
Bularri Muurlay Nyanggan Aboriginal Corporation
1 Bray StThe Gumbaynggirr people are the traditional owners of the Coffs Coast. Experience Gumbaynggirr culture, people and language in an immersive day at the iconic Sealy Lookout, Korora, just north of Coffs Harbour. Bask in the ambience of 360 degree views and immerse in Gumbaynggirr culture through stories, songs, language and the uses of native plants ($44). If you search online 'Giingan Gumbaynggirr Cultural Experience' you'll be able to book online in advance (recommended on weekends and peak times).
Entertainment
A gorgeous heritage listed cinema with all the latest new releases and some art house/indi films. The main street (1st Avenue) of Sawtell has a selection of restaurants, a local pub and RSL to choose from. Sawtell is a leafy quiet village that's definitely worth a visit!
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Majestic Cinemas - Sawtell
25 First AveA gorgeous heritage listed cinema with all the latest new releases and some art house/indi films. The main street (1st Avenue) of Sawtell has a selection of restaurants, a local pub and RSL to choose from. Sawtell is a leafy quiet village that's definitely worth a visit!
Choose from riding out on the trails and river at Upper Orara or down the beach. Suitable for all riding skill levels from beginners and up. They take heaps of photos of you riding too!
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HWH Stables - Riding School & Trail Rides
267 Dairyville RdChoose from riding out on the trails and river at Upper Orara or down the beach. Suitable for all riding skill levels from beginners and up. They take heaps of photos of you riding too!
Great view over the jetty, boat ramp and Gallows beach, selection of cocktails, wines and beers as well as restaurant. Great for afternoon drinks and dinner. Live music on the weekends too, check their socials.
Jetty Beach House
1 Jordan EsplanadeGreat view over the jetty, boat ramp and Gallows beach, selection of cocktails, wines and beers as well as restaurant. Great for afternoon drinks and dinner. Live music on the weekends too, check their socials.
Tara and the team of highly qualified instructors will take care of you. Offering a mix of vinyasa, yin, pilates, kundalini and meditation and aerial yoga on a weekly timetable. Check out their website for more information and bookings.
The Sol Collective Yoga
20 Harbour DrTara and the team of highly qualified instructors will take care of you. Offering a mix of vinyasa, yin, pilates, kundalini and meditation and aerial yoga on a weekly timetable. Check out their website for more information and bookings.