A short trip from the main streets of Mullumbimby lies what can only be described as an incredible piece of paradise. Peta and her family are amazing people with the friendliest dog & chooks I have come across.

The accommodation itself is incredible. Great kitchen, shower with great water pressure and one of the best beds I've slept on. Plus a TV that has Netflix installed on it which shares an Ethernet port with broadband internet, which is good because unfortunately there is zero mobile coverage. Fortunately there is a land line should the need arise but with Facebook hooked up to my laptop, I never felt the need and the time away being completely "off the grid" does wonders. I also received a personalized letter which was a great gesture as well as a little gift to snack on.

The position of the apartment provides absolute privacy if desired and faces over the creek bed and the family are very quiet. If all you did was sit in the apartment all day, you'd hardly know they are only a few meters behind you.

I traveled in late November and because of it's environment, an amazing rain forest, it does tend to run warmer than the rest of Mullum but that beautiful evening breeze kicks in and the crickets and cicadas start their medley, you'll soon forget all about it. I found the open field in the back of the property doesn't hold the heat and is great to just relax, listen to the sounds and cool down. I sat there in the evenings with a notepad and used the surroundings to help inspire my writing, of which it did so well.

In regards to location, it is a ~20 minute drive from Byron Bay and ~10 minutes from Brunswick Heads. I felt Brunswick Heads has better surf for body boarding while the waves at Byron Bay is better for surfing. If you really feel up to it, Surfers Paradise in the Gold Coast is only an hour away as well, close enough for a day trip.

The town itself is wonderful and eclectic and full of character. The Middle Pub is great and and the Japanese restaurant Izakaya Yu serves some of the best Japanese food I've eaten (Coming from a guy that used to live there!) for an amazing price. There's a Woolworths and IGA for all your grocery needs too. The Rock & Roll Cafe makes an amazing coffee. If you're around on the weekend, check out Krapeeokee on Friday evening down at the pub for a laugh. Nothing funnier than a bunch of drunk guys trying to belt out a Miley Cyrus tune!

Would I return again? Certainly. The description was spot on and what I got was an amazing 4 days of relaxation and inspiration. In fact I can't wait to come back with my wife for another kid-free getaway!

Hands down, best AirBNB I've stayed at. 5 stars! *****