Cabins near Port Macquarie
Beach camping, forest camping, and glamping are all within easy reach from this vibrant coastal city.
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Hodge Lodge Grounds Johns River
22 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres · Johns River, NSW
Hodge Lodge Grounds is private property Cabin and Camp in Johns River, NSW.
4 hours north of Sydney, half way between Port Macquarie and Taree.
A great stop for the night for traveller's between Sydney, Gold Coast, and Brisbane.
Hodge Lodge Grounds NSW is on a sealed road and close to the A1 motorway.
If you are Travelling the North Coast, Sydney, Central Coast and Northern NSW, Queensland, we may be your new happy place for the ideal o'nite stop.
You can drive any size vehicle into our expansive grounds on our heavy duty driveway that leads you to your green space and large camp site.
Responsible pet owners -You can bring your pet!
We have one cabin so best to check our booking calendar asap. Second Cabin coming soon!
Your groups and additional Guests can be accommodated by contacting your hosts to book additional sites for your group.
We offer powered and native unpowered sites.
Stay safe in our gated 11 acre private property.
Here you can enjoy your music and social atmosphere, have your wood delivered via 'extras booking' for your evening by the fire pit, and wake up to the sounds of our local birds!
Situated between the 3 brother mountains NSW, North Brother, Middle Brother and South Brother.
We have toilet available for use NOW, with a shower being built for use by campers. We'll update the listing when the shower is operational.
We're located within minutes to the beaches which is ideal for swimming, fishing, surfing and walking the local breakwalls.
Crowdy Bay National Park and Middle Brother National Park for those 4WD sporting and adventure enthusiasts.
Close to the local townships for shopping, dining and visiting local attractions of Kew, Harrington, North Haven and Laurieton for those keen to enjoy the outdoors.
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Yarralen Retreat
44 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Yarrahapinni, NSW
Yarralen is a beautiful 40 acre property on the mid-north coast of NSW. Situated under Mt Yarrahapinni on the Eastern side of the Pacific Hwy. Halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour. We are surrounded by National Parks and close to pristine beaches , grassy heads , scotts head and the Macleay River.
Please note there is a $10 pet fee for the campsites, and $15 pet fee for lodgings (the two Vans and Units).
We offer a magical bush retreat with all the modern felicities with a range of camping and accommodation options:
-The Eclectic Bush Haven is a family-friendly camping area where kids under 12 yrs camp for free, campers booking this option have access to camp kitchen, toilets and electricity.
-The Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 is a more secluded camping area for off-road campers that are completely self-contained with their own toilet, kitchen facilities and power.
-The Butterfly Caravan and Retro Glam Vans are renovated caravans nestled in the rainforest.
-Yarralen Retreat Glamping are glamping tents offering the perfect romantic escape, or if you just like camping but don't want to set up a tent, this is the perfect choice.
- Our Entire Property Exclusive option means you can book out the whole place for your group to enjoy privately. Please thoroughly read the site description which explains exactly what this option does and does not include.
Our 40-acre property features eclectic, arty, and striking sculptures and artworks. Stroll through the beautiful bush surroundings, visit the water lilies, and say hello to the roaming peacocks.
The campsites are located on a grassed area surrounded by a corridor of tall trees for your shade and comfort.
We're not far from the beach, with Grassy Heads being the closest beach. While you're exploring why not check out Scott’s Head and South West Rocks for the amazing vistas.
Refresh and recharge in the Magnesium pool and detox in our sauna (please book access under our Extras).
Warm your soul around the campfire in the evening. Firewood is available (please see our Extras).
Campers at the Eclectic Bush Haven will enjoy our fantastic camp kitchen, along with amenities including hot showers and flushing toilet. The kitchen is fully equipped with a Webber BBQ, gas cooktop, large fridge, lighting and power. (IMPORTANT: Campers who book the Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 area DO NOT have access to these facilities, we expect campers in this area to be fully self-contained)
For your convenience entry to the property and main camping area is via our asphalt driveway, which suits all vehicles. (IMPORTANT: Campers who book the Yarralen Retreat Camp Ground 2 will need a 4WD to access this secluded part of the property).
Overnight or longer stays are also available for private parties, weddings, retreats, team building - anything possible. Please message us to have a chat.
Peaceful tall timbered bushland with abundant wildlife throughout the property. It's a great experience for kids, feeds the chooks, free-ranging peafowl, rainforest and billabong walks, and amazing gardens.
Campfires are permitted in the communal fire pit area or individual firepits are available to enjoy at your site.
Please use tank water sparingly (for cooking, cuppas) and BYO drinking water.
We offer a range of Extras to make your stay memorable and comfortable:
-Infra-red Detox Sauna
-Magnesium heated Pool
-Firewood for your campfire
We look forward to welcoming you!
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Jali Farmstay
22 sites · Lodging, TentsJohns River, NSW
14 acres right on Stewart's River is this cosy and private one bedroom donga with a queen bed, kitchen and bathroom (sleeps two), you can add a tent if you have a few kids that want to join in and camp.Watch the river, cast a line, swim in the pool and relax! Animals are not allowed at The Castle
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Footprints in Style
35 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents300 acres · Eungai Rail, NSW
Relax under the big shady fig tree, pitch your tent by the creek and swim in the massive spring-fed lake which covers five acres and never runs dry. This 300-acre bamboo property gives you total tranquillity in nature.
There are boats and boards to use, and an island kingdom for kids to play.
Kiss and release fishing (Perch) in the awesome lake, which is also great for swimming, and building bamboo rafts. Adventures awaits!
Basic, off-grid camp kitchen, big weatherproof wedding venue space to hire, posh dunnies (composting toilets), and a hot water shower shack with a magic view of the lake!
There is plenty of shade and we're dog-friendly. Well-behaved dogs are welcome off-lead.
Endless space, and plenty of privacy, campers can choose a spot when they get here.A bundle of firewood is provided on arrival, and you're welcome to bring more with you if you need.
Price is per person per night, kids under 16 half price. Under 5 stay free so don't include them in booking numbers.
Join us for cocktail hour at the brand-new Tiki bar! BYO drinks! We also have a brand-new sauna that campers are welcome to enjoy!
All this, close to stunning beaches and cute cafes.
Leave only footprints 👣 make awesome memories.
NOTE: We currently only advertise availability three months in advance. If you are interested in dates outside this booking window, please still send us an enquiry and we may be able to assist you.
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Avalon River Retreat
104 sites · Lodging, Tents400 acres · Toms Creek, NSW
400 river bound acres of bush, pristine rainforest and rolling pasture for you to explore and enjoy. Spot a platypus, swim in the gently flowing river, catch a bass, explore the rainforest or bush. Or just relax, and let the sounds of silence wash away your cares and restore your soul.
We know you want a complete escape from the pressures of modern life and we offer the stillness and serenity from immersion in Nature and sleeping under star studded skies.
With 4 kilometres of river to share with our guests, we guarantee you the space and silence to really get back to nature.
We welcome self-sufficient experienced bush campers who take only photos and leave only footprints.
No pets. 4WD ONLY. TWO NIGHT MINIMUM STAY
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Ellenborough Getaways
2 sites · Lodging500 acres · Wauchope, NSW
Set amongst the rolling green hills, we offer a cute cabin and a mountain top shack located on a working farm. Go for a mountain bike, a scenic walk or check out the Ellenborough River for a swim. We are located near Comboyne National Park if you're looking for adventures further afield.The cabin is kitted out with a basic kitchen, toilet/shower amenities and water. Enjoy the beautiful night sky as you chill out around the campfire. There are two double beds. Please bring your own bed linen and towels. There is no fridge - you will need to bring your own esky.The shack sits on an amazing mountain 600m above sea-level in the hinterland west of Port Macquarie, is accessible by 4WD only. You must have a proper 4WD and have knowledge of how to navigate steep, isolated tracks. It has basic amenities and is best suited for those with their own swag and camping supplies. Roll out the swag and keep warm from the elements. Drinking water available. You will need to bring all other supplies including your own toilet and shower. Dogs welcome.We are located near Comboyne National Park. This place is perfect for hiking enthusiasts and avid photographers - the views are absolutely stunning.The hinterland west of the Central Coast offer an abundance of beautiful scenery, rolling green hills and plenty of wildlife. Perfect for wildlife watchers and photographers.
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Balgarr Cabin Retreat Elands
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Elands, NSW
In the hinterland of the Mid North Coast NSW on Biripi Country.
Balgarr means mountain in local Gattang language.
The cabin is off grid, includes a small kitchenette with 2 burner gas stove, fridge, has double bed and 2 single beds. We have a BBQ and fire pit.
This is rustic living, no flash flush here but a practical long drop eco-friendly compost toilet and a fantastic gas hot water shower out in the elements!
As we are 45 minutes from the closest town, so you will need to fuel up before you head up the mountain. Also bring drinking water and all the food you will require for your stay.
You will need to bring your own bedding, pillows sheets etc. we are on tank water and at times it is low! Dogs are welcome but please bring their own bedding.
The property is also home to local wildlife and filled with lots of old trees, plants and flowers to enjoy your morning cuppa on the balcony.
Loads of walking tracks nearby; the Legendary Ellenborough Falls is 5 mins by car or half hour walk through the Elands Village
Hour and half from Port Macquarie and Forster and one hour from Taree in the hinterland from Wingham or Comboyne (coming from Port Macquarie).
There is an endless network of gravel roads and fire trails waiting to be explored by vehicle or mountain bike, taking you through the national parks, state forests and undulating farmlands of the Bulga Plateau.
This delightful self contained cabin is a perfect getaway for you to work on your project – be it visual art; a book; a film script; photography or simply forest breathing to clear the mind.
600 metres above sea level on clear nights it feels like you are close enough to touch the Milky Way!
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The Gallery Farm
1 site · Lodging82 acres · Collombatti, NSW
The Gallery Farm is a luxury farm stay located in the lush green foothills of Collombatti on the NSW Mid North Coast. The beautifully-designed one-bedroom guest cottage boasts spectacular district views, a large private balcony and outdoor entertaining area surrounded by lush gardens, grazing cattle & abundant wildlife.
The guest cottage sleeps 2 guests and is newly refurbished featuring luxury fixtures and fittings, a fully equipped modern kitchen and bathroom and work office - stylishly fitted for complete comfort and relaxation.
There is a private plunge pool and red cedar barrel sauna and an outdoor shower with hot and cold water. For the cooler months there are two fire pits one the the cottage and the other by the dam.
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PID-STRA-2661-2
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Cabins near Port Macquarie guide
Overview
The gateway to Australia’s subtropical north, Port Macquarie enjoys an idyllic location on the mid-north coast of New South Wales. The city’s Koala and Wildlife Park draws visitors from around the globe, while beaches and coastal rainforests fan out from the city and nearby national parks, nature reserves, and national forests offer some of the most picturesque camping experiences in the country. Whether you’re looking for a secluded hideaway, dramatic coastline views, bushwalking, or flora and fauna spotting, you’ll find it all around Port Macquarie.
Where to go
South Along the Coast
About a 40-minute drive south of Port Macquarie, Crowdy Bay National Park is a coastal getaway famed for its rugged cliffs, white-sand beaches, and wildlife-filled forests. It’s also the perfect vantage point from where to watch migrating whales in winter. Diamond Head, in the park’s northern section, is one of the biggest and most popular camping areas with plenty of space and facilities, while Crowdy Gap Campground is a short walk from the beach and Kylie’s Beach Campground is set behind sand dunes.
North Along the Coast
Just under an hour north of the city, Goolawah National Park and Goolawah Regional Park offer camping in peaceful surroundings just a short stroll from the beach. Opportunities for outdoor adventures abound, from surfing and fishing to birdwatching. Accommodation options include Racecourse Campground in the national park, which offers showers and toilets, or the basic but pet-friendly Delicate Campground, in the regional park. Another 40 minutes north takes you to Hat Head National Park, known for landmarks like Smoky Cape Lighthouse and the Trial Bay Gaol, as well as plentiful canoeing and kayaking opportunities. Hungry Gate and Smoky Cape campgrounds both have toilets and barbecues.
Inland
About 45 minutes southwest of Port Macquarie, Kerewong State Forest offers lush surroundings, walking trails through native forest, and cool creeks ideal for swimming. In the forest, Swans Crossing is a popular camping area with toilet facilities and picnic tables on former farmland. Mount Boss State Forest is a secluded getaway about 90 minutes northwest of Port Macquarie by road. Area campgrounds offer peace and quiet as well as waterholes ideal for cooling off.
When to go
Port Macquarie’s warm subtropical climate is one of Australia’s most comfortable and makes camping and enjoying the area a pleasure year-round. Campsites are typically less crowded during the winter months (June through August), which is also the time for whale-watching. Spring (September through November), on the other hand, is a draw for birdwatchers and promises coastal heathlands blooming with brightly colored wildflowers. Temperatures and rainfall are highest in summer (December through February).
Know before you go
- Port Macquarie has several camping gear stores where you can gather supplies before heading out. Top picks include Anaconda and BCF (Boating Camping Fishing).
- Smoking is prohibited in all NSW national parks.
- Pets are not permitted in New South Wales national parks or reserves, but they are allowed in some regional parks and all state forests.
- Some area campgrounds, such as Crowdy Gap, require advance bookings.
Nearby attractions
- Well worth the visit for those camping near the Peel Valley, Chaffey Dam is an engineering marvel surrounded by pristine parkland.
- An exciting adventure for anyone camping near Port Macquarie, Caves Beach is home to much more than just stunning ocean views.
- Clean sands and rolling green hills are dotted with remnants of the once bustling coal mining operation at Catherine Hill Bay.
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