Wategos Retreats Studio

Wake up to stunning ocean views from this delightful, secluded Wategos Beach Studio, which features an open plan bedroom, well-appointed kitchenette and private balcony. The property is surrounded by the Arakwal National Park, tucked beneath the Cape Byron Lighthouse.

Take a walk around the headland or stroll a mere 300m to the exceptional north-facing Wategos Beach, where you can swim, sunbathe and relax before freshening up and heading into downtown Byron. Wategos Retreats Studio is a short 5 minute drive, or 25 minute scenic stroll to shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. The Studio is also a 5 minute walk to the well known Rae’s Restaurant and daily coffee cart at Wategos Beach.

Wategos Retreats consists of two adjacent properties – Wategos Retreats Studio and Wategos Retreat Apartments.
Please note, construction is taking place nearby the property, and noise levels may vary during works. Please consider these works when booking and feel free to discuss with our helpful team so we can make your stay as pleasant as possible.

Property Features:
– 1 queen bed, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2
– Stylish bathroom with shower
– Private balcony offering stunning panoramic ocean and coastal views
– Well-equipped kitchenette
– Unlimited Wi-Fi
– Ceiling fan and heater
– Linen Provided
– Beach towels provided
– 300m walk to Wategos Beach
– 5 minute drive or 25 minute stroll to downtown Byron Bay
– 3.5km to Byron’s shops, bars and restaurants
– Non-smoking property

Living, Dining and Cooking:
Wategos Retreats Studio has a well-planned open layout with polished timber floors and everything you need for living, cooking, chilling out. and sleeping. This unique escape provides stunning ocean views from almost every point in the Studio. The kitchenette has an under-bench fridge, microwave, toaster, jug, small electric frying, pan, and a single hot plate – perfect for fixing drinks and preparing breakfast, which you can enjoy relaxing on your private balcony. Please note, Wategos Retreats Studio is more intimate than its neighbouring counterpart, .

Sleeping:
The open-plan Studio includes a comfortable Queen-sized bed with quality bed linen and unsurpassed views through the picture window.

Bedding configuration (sleeps 2):
– Bedroom 1 (master): queen bed, ceiling fan

Bathroom:
The light and bright bathroom includes a shower and toilet, as well as a louver window – allowing you to let the crisp coastal breeze drift inside.

Bathroom configuration:
Bathroom 1: shower, toilet, single vanity

Outdoor and Entertaining:
The private balcony is furnished with 2 cushioned chairs and a table. Enjoy the sounds of the ocean and stunning views as you read, dine and relax while dolphin and whale watching from this exclusive Byron hideaway.

Parking:
Paid on-street parking is in effect around the Wategos Beach area, with spaces limited. Guests are to register their vehicle on arrival at Wategos Retreats, as per the instructions at the property. Please note, registration allows guests to park untimed in the Wategos Beach area ONLY.

Location
Located on Cape Byron Headland – Australia’s most early point – Wategos Retreats is tucked beneath Byron’s landmark Lighthouse. It features unsurpassed views and is a short 300m stroll down to Wategos Beach. The nearby Cape Byron Walking Track is a 3.7km walking and jogging trail around scenic Cape Byron Headland, which is easy to access from your secluded retreat. The loop trail is popular for whale and dolphin watching and provides scenic lookout points. Enjoy first light sunrises and specular sunsets across the Bay. Dolphins can be spotted from your balcony year-round, while whales appear between June and October. The nearest shops, cafes and nightlife are just 5 minutes’ drive or a 25 minute stroll away in downtown Byron. A short drive into the hinterland provides a delightful succession of historic villages, stores and taverns, offering excellent dining and scenic walks into the rainforest. Nearby airports include Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (36km) and Gold Coast Airport (70km).

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