Byron Bay is the most easterly point of mainland Australia. Its lighthouse is iconic and a must see. There's road access as well as a variety of scenic walks to the top of the headland.

From our house there is a lovely, headland walk to the famous Top Shop where you can sit on the grass and sample the best coffee in town. A place to be seen! Byron has several live music venues as well as its own theatre, cinema, over 50 restaurants, many galleries and monthly markets - sometimes held on the beachfront, as well as festivals such as the Blues, and the now famous Writer's festival. The surfing beaches of Lennox Head and the Pass are world renowned and a surf lesson is a must. It's easier than you think! The rainforest walks of many ancient National Parks are nearby as are quaint villages and towns, with the famous Gold Coast (and it's theme parks) just an hour's drive away and the cultural city of Brisbane just a 2 hour drive north.