The unit was very clean and spacious enough for 4 people with all modern amenities and lovely little decor touches. The furniture was of quality and the bedrooms were adequate. The larger bedroom was very spacious with a small bathtub and separate toilet. Important to mention it had sliding wooden slat doors which diminished its privacy a little and the shower and basin were all part of the bedroom but toilet separate. The open kitchen/ living area was ample, modern and easy to use. No microwave. Everything was there with ample crockery and cooking utensils and bench space. A good working kitchen. Good sized fridge with freezer and there was a dishwasher. There was a small laundry available as well.
The small shopping centre was within 5-10 minutes walking distance with a Coles, liquor store, bakery, coffee shops and a great cheap sushi shop. There is a restaurant in the unit's complex called Osteria which had lovely italian pasta/pizza but we thought it was pricey.
The unit's small garden was lush and green with a walking path just across from it.
The only thing is that we didn't realise the unit was actually part of a large complex with lots of units adjoining each other. There was enough privacy, though. There were units also on a second level, we were on the ground level so you had to be mindful of noise. Finding the location was a little tricky. The entire complex formed part of a new estate, effectively.
Also, more importantly, we thought the beach was nearby, within walking distance and within view. Not the case. It was a fair walk across a park, road and several blocks. Pity.
You definitely need a car to get around to see the sites around Casuarina. Kingscliffe is a short drive away, under 10 minutes. The location was ideal for us. We drove to the Crystal Castle (about an hour away), Byron Bay (just over an hour away), Coolangatta (about 15 minutes away)- so handy but you needed a car as there was no public transport.
It was a lovely stay with ample space for 4 adults. I recommend the property but don't expect it with beach views.