This was our first experience with Airbnb. Shellies big house is quirky and spacious with lots of nooks and crannies and plenty of artwork to inspire. It is perfect for the sort of guest who loves the sand between their toes , a smear of charcoal or paint on their hands and to be serenaded to sleep by frogs, bush turkeys and other assorted wildlife. Not a place to sleep in late, the direct path from the lush courtyard to the beach beckons and leads to lovely Sawtell beach, a place which holds instant appeal. Can't wait to go back to properly explore the little island to the immediate south of the beach and take day trips out to trek along Waterfall way.