The beach town of Brooms Head lies in New South Wales’ Yuraygir National Park. Formerly called Cakora Point, Brooms Head is a charming town and lures plenty of travelers. There is plenty to see in this quaint holiday spot with Rocky Point in Minnie Water’s Beach being one such location. You can espy the Illaroo campsite from here, as well as the Sandon River. Travelers can engage in outdoor activities such as snorkeling, fishing, surfing, hiking, and swimming. Clay Head is a unique village on the southern side of Sandon River. The coves beneath Clay Head give a magnificent view of the pebbled shores and the grassy wetlands. Tourists interested in art and craft can visit Ferry Park Gallery located on the Pacific Highway in MacLean, which overlooks the Clarence River. The gallery is filled with a variety of paintings, quilts, hangings, jewelry, cards, glass work, mirrors, photography, folk art, toys, clothing, woodwork, pottery, porcelain, photography, and souvenirs. The Yamba Lighthouse in Clarence Valley is also a famous landmark. The grassland surrounding it is a beautiful spot for a picnic and gazing at the moon. Here’s a look at the top 10 Airbnb rentals in Brooms Head to help you plan your vacation. Keep reading to learn more.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 02, 2024.
1. Gulmarrad getaway near MacLean (from USD 46)
This rental is located in the quiet neighborhood of Gulmarrad, which is a 42-minute drive from Brooms Head and can accommodate two guests. The apartment has a master bedroom with a double bed and a private bathroom. Breakfast is provided to guests. Other facilities like a microwave, plates, Wi-Fi, a TV, and a hairdryer are also available on the property. Free parking on the premises is available. Smoking is not permitted. The Airbnb property is 8 km (4.96 miles) from MacLean, 17 km (10.54 miles) from Brooms Head Beach and 18 km (11.16 miles) from Yamba Seaside Resort.
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the breakfast at the balcony was wonderfula warm welcome and a lovely view at breakfastshe offered us a complete breakfast in the veranda which has really nice viewssuch a relief to have a room with a fan oh and cute kittiesliz was lovely very friendly great comfy room with ensuite and even included a lovely breakfastCleanliness:
place was sparkling clean and cozyliz is very dedicated to providing a spotless friendly hospital placeliz's house was clean and cozycomfy mattress and perfectly clean and cozy room with own bathroomclean neat and comfortable homeHost:
and she is wonderful hostliz is a great hostliz and gerry are really good hosts with great hospitality and a nice homehospitable hosts who make you feel welcome from the start to the endliz is an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for our journey and easy to findthank you liz for a wonderful stay beautiful place in a wonderful quiet locationthe place was very peaceful and conveniently located along the roadsuch a lovely place to stayliz has a wonderful place to stay
2. The Beach Ranch (from USD 252)
Located in Angourie on the east coast, a 65-minute drive from Brooms Head, The Beach Ranch accommodates nine people. You get two bedrooms with a queen-size bed in each, the third room has a double bed and the fourth one has three single beds. The home also has two bathrooms with a bathtub. Guests can relax in the living area or enjoy some quiet time on the front deck with a BBQ and a lovely ocean view. The back courtyard has a swimming pool and an outdoor shower. The kitchen has facilities like a coffee maker, microwave, stove, oven and a refrigerator. A hairdryer, dryer washer, TV, iron, travel crib, children’s books, toys, dinnerware, and Wi-Fi are also available. Free parking on the premises is also allowed. The rental is close to Spooky Beach, Angourie Point, and the Yuraygir National Park. It is a five-minute walk to the Blue and Green Pools. To the south of Angourie is a beautiful track that leads to Shelley Beach and caves to Lake Arragan. The apartment is also a minute on foot to cafes, Italian restaurants, the beach, and playgrounds for kids.
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plunge pool great for a dip and all possible amenities you could possibly needa beautiful space with enough room for three familiesfantastic location for a family holiday just up the road from angourie blue pools and beachangourie was amazing and to have such a stylish place and so very private with a great poolarabella's is very comfortable the pictures are accurate wonderful positionCleanliness:
very clean and well appointedclean fresh & comfortablethe house was clean and recently renovatedfantastic position and clean big unit with beautiful aspectit was comfortable clean light and freshHost:
the hosts were very accommodating and responsivewith kind kind regards annie & darrenthe hosts are very responsive and kindly offered a late check outour host was helpful and accurate in the information giveneveryone is very friendly and it’s a perfect family holiday spotRead more reviewsLocation:
a perfect locationgreat house and amazing locationan amazing house in an amazing locationamazing place in an incredible locationgood location nice rooms and comfy bed
3. A little piece of paradise (from USD 72)
This rental is located on the outskirts of Gulmarrad and is suitable for two guests. You get a bedroom with a queen-size bed and a private bathroom. Guests can unwind in the living room or the swimming pool. Breakfast is provided by the hosts. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, microwave, refrigerator, dishes, pots and pans where you can prepare your own food. An air conditioner, a laptop-friendly workspace, an iron, TV and a hairdryer are available on the property. Free parking on the premises is allowed. This Airbnb rental is 17 km (10.54 miles) from Brooms Head and 19 km (11.78 miles) from Yamba. Pubs, restaurants, and shops in the town of MacLean are just 4 km (2.48 miles) from the property.
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there is a lovely view from the kitchen window into the back yardwe spent a very comfortable night in lovely natural surroundschocolates and breakfast foods were very thoughtful touchessuper accommodation with great facilities tranquil bush setting in an immaculate manicured gardenvery spacious and modern everything you need for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
room is clean and greatproperty was very clean and comfortablegreat space perfectly clean with lovely touchesvery clean comfortable and modern place to stayplace was spacious clean and comfortableHost:
hosts were amazingclive and his wife were amazing hoststhanks for being a great host clivethe owners are very friendly and eager to help with local knowledgeclive was kind and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
a great location to stop to break up a long drivemaclean is a lovely village and close to yamba by carlovely apartment in a beautiful locationthe location was great nearby to some great scenery and places to check outvery peaceful with the wildlife and a good central location to visit yamba and brooms head
4. Beach house in Minnie Water (from USD 133)
This charming and spacious beach house is located in Minnie Water – which is a 93-minute drive from Brooms Head – and accommodates seven guests. You get two bedrooms with a queen-size bed each and a TV, the third room has a single bed and the fourth one has two single beds. The beach house also has one bathroom. The property has a huge terrace and you can enjoy spectacular views of the beach from here. The kitchen is well equipped and you can prepare meals here. You also get amenities such as a TV. The Airbnb rental is close to beaches, lagoons, coves and the Yuraygir Coastal Walk. Shops, cafes, and restaurants are about a 20 to 30-minute walk from the beach house.
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amazing views comfortable and relaxingthe views are amazing and the balcony was a gorgeous spot for having breakfast in the sunshinemy family and i were lucky enough to watch the whales from the apartmentmy teenagers even survived having no wifi for a week thanks mel for your hospitalitywhat a beautiful setting we enjoyed swimming and walking and just sitting and enjoying the viewCleanliness:
the weather was beautiful and the ocean crystal cleanit was very clean and adequate for our needsthe house was very clean and easyit was perfectly cleanthe apartment was clean nicely decorated and equipped with all your needsHost:
our host was happy for us to check-in very early which was awesomemel was an excellent host and we can't wait to go backespecially the store owners leaving on the 1st floor was really helpfulhopefully the host will get this sortedit was really easy to contact the host and everything listed was pretty accurateRead more reviewsLocation:
great location on the beachfrontgreat location secluded beaches beautiful coastlinegreat property in a great locationwe loved the location of ocean driftit is in a fabulous location and was ideal for our family of five
5. Garden cabin (from USD 47)
Located in Tyndale, which is 16.75 km (10.4 miles) from Brooms Head, this rental can accommodate two guests. The cabin has a double-sized sofa bed, a kitchen, a bathroom, an indoor and outdoor dining place with BBQ facilities and a pool. The kitchen is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, toaster, oven and a stove for guests to prepare their own food. A TV, iron, washer, crib, and Wi-Fi are other facilities available. Free parking on the premises is available. The Tyndale Village bus stop is a 15-minute walk from the rental and you could take a bus to Grafton, Maclean, and Yamba.
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we didn’t love the sofa bed thoughgreat view awesome wildlife comfortable clean tidy cabin overall great stayCleanliness:
it's an amazingly beautiful spot with a very comfortable and super clean caravanHost:
beat was a wonderful host and so accommodatingbeat was a great host and made me feel very welcomebeat is a very nice host he takes care of every needbeat was an exceptional host who was very helpful and always readily available if neededbeat is an outstandingly helpful and friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location & valueeverything was great at this placewe enjoyed every minute of our stay at beat's placeits good place to stay silent
6. Minnie Water retreat (from USD 98)
This private beach shack is located in Minnie Water and is suitable for four guests. The bedroom has a queen and bunk bed. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. You can cook meals in the well-equipped kitchen. The rental also offers amenities such as a TV, essentials, a washer, an iron and more. Free parking on the premises is available. The property is close to Yuraygir National Park and the Minnie Bay where you can go swimming, fishing, snorkeling, and surfing. The rental is 14 km (8.68 miles) from the State Park in Wooli, a 30-minute drive from the Grafton and close to cafes, local shops, and the Yuraygir Coastal walk.
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very comfortable and well set up bungalow with sea views walks and beach nearbyfrom sunrise views in the living room to outdoor soaks in the tub our stay was amazingbreakfast on the verandah with a view of the ocean can't be beatenCleanliness:
the place was really clean and welcomingthe space was clean and well equipped and in great ordervery comfortable clean and lovely home in an amazing locationHost:
annette is a great host who is thoughtful and quick to respondlove the minnie water store epitomised the friendly communityannette is a wonderful host and we would definitely stay here againkiller spot and annette was super helpful and made check in/out easyRead more reviewsLocation:
absolutely great location with everything we neededeasy walk to the beautiful beach across the road and close to lots of interesting walkswhat a wonderful place to stay everything you need amazing location right near the beachso close to the beach and surrounded by national park so it's really quiet and peacefulbeautiful quiet location however better to food shop elsewhere before arrival as very limited locally
7. House with spacious deck
This Airbnb rental is located in Minnie Water and it can accommodate six guests. The first bedroom has a king-size bed, the second one has a queen-size bed, the third bedroom has a double bed and the fourth one has two single beds. This spacious home has two bathrooms. The kitchen is well equipped and guests can access the massive games room which has a table tennis board. Other amenities like a dishwasher, coffee machine, dryer, iron, TV, and washer are also available. Free parking on the premises is also available. The property is a walking distance to the Yuraygir and Gibraltar Ranges National Parks.
Minnie Water, New South Wales, Australia
19.03 km (11.9 mi) from Brooms Head lookoutTop guest reviews
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paul (owner) was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to accommodate usthe hosts have thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable and stress freeRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing place in a great locationnice place with a great locationgreat place to stay for fishing and familiesbeaches were uncrowded and with crystal clear water just beautiful to walk along
8. Retro beach house
This rental is located in Minnie Water and can accommodate six guests. It has a large bedroom with a queen-size bed, the second bedroom has a double bed and the third one has two single beds. You get a private bathroom. The kitchen is well equipped and guests can cook meals here. You can also enjoy the spectacular views from the beach house’s deck. Guests can use the iron, TV, and washer available on the property. This property has no Wi-Fi. Free parking on the premises is available. The Airbnb property is close to the beaches, coastal tracks, the National park, and a bus stop leading to the Wooli Bowling Club and Wooli Pub.
Minnie Water, New South Wales, Australia
18.79 km (11.7 mi) from Brooms Head lookoutTop guest reviews
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good clean place and locationHost:
annette is a wonderful host and we are already planning our next staylocation is brilliant home is clean and tidy hosts hospitality is unprecedentedRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great - easy walk to beachlocation is great for a quiet and relaxing breakif you like quaint beach houses in a quiet location then this is itquaint and quiet house in a great location
9. The Surf Treehouse
This Airbnb vacation home is located in Wooloweyah, which is 65 minutes away from Brooms Head. The treehouse-style rental can accommodate eight guests. Guests get two bedrooms with a queen-size bed each and the third one has a sofa bed, two bunk beds, a floor mattress and one crib. The home also has two bathrooms. The kitchen is well equipped and you can cook meals here. The lounge and deck areas are great for sitting back and relaxing. You also get amenities such as a TV, Wi-Fi, an iron, a dryer, a travel crib, children’s books and toys, a washer, and a hairdryer. The rental is a short walk from the best surf spots of the region. It is just 200 meters (656 feet) from the shores of Lake Wooloweyah and very close to the Yuraygir National Park. Shopping centers and beaches are a five-minute drive from here.
Wooloweyah, New South Wales, Australia
14.64 km (9.1 mi) from Brooms Head lookoutAccommodates: 8
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my son loved the lego children’s books and bunk bedscomfortable home perfect for two families with kidsCleanliness:
very clean and well presentedgreat house very clean and comfortablebeautiful place quiet clean and with plenty of spaceall spaces were very clean comfortable and aesthetics were impressivethe house is light and clean and warm with all the expected fixtures and plenty of roomHost:
the hosts were super easy to contact and made the process easythe hosts we great and quick to respond for any queries we had and couldnt recommend moreRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great with a short walk to the lakefantastic house in a great locationa lovely location to relax and unwindbeautiful holiday location close to water for kayakingclose proximity to the huge lagoon which is a beautiful stroll
10. Private camping in a comfortable tent
This camp is located on top of a hill in Tyndale. The tent can sleep three guests and two sleeping areas have a single bed each, whereas the third one has an air mattress. Guests have access to the kitchen, bathroom, and the pool. Free parking on the premises is allowed and you can use the washer for a fee. The camp is not suitable for children aged between 2 to 12 years. The rental is located near the Clarence Valley and the National Parkland is also nearby. Beaches and towns are a half an hour’s drive from the property and the Roadhouse Caravan Park is about 2 km (1.24 miles) away. Buses to Grafton, MacLean, and Yamba run regularly from the Tyndale village bus stop, which is near the campsite.
Tyndale, New South Wales, Australia
19.19 km (12.0 mi) from Brooms Head lookoutAccommodates: 3
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the pre erected tent was excellent beds were comfy and amenities greatlots of extra touches to make our stay comfortable w the water gas bottles and kitchen extrasbeds were comfy great camp kitchen bbq and space/privacy galorecompletely as advertised- a lovely tent with bed setup in the wildernessvery comfortable for one nightCleanliness:
a lovely camp clean and well set upwonderful experience nice new clean spacious tent fully equippedHost:
beat was a great hostbeat was a fantastic hostbeat is an excellent hostbeat is a great host he was very helpful quick to respond and friendlynice camping spot nice host very helpful when i was late without receptionRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and great priceeasy distances to major townships and the location is ideal for day jaunts to local seaside suburbsa beautiful spot to unwind very close to yambahomely comfy and gorgeous locationgreat place to stay if needed a get away from work this place is exactly what we needed
Soak in some sun at Brooms Head
The long stretches of sandy beaches in Brooms Head call out to travelers looking for a relaxing getaway. This beach town is perfect for those looking to explore the Yuraygir National Park and has plenty of outdoor activities to offer tourists such as fishing, snorkeling, swimming and lots more.
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