The perfect romantic getaway in the rainforest

Our romantic hideaway resort is nestled amongst 250 acres of pristine rainforest within the beautiful Northern Rivers of NSW, just 50 minutes from the Gold Coast airport.

The 13 luxurious villas and lodges are individually positioned throughout the private estate, carefully hidden amongst the contours, offering incredible rainforest and mountain views, and providing the utmost in privacy and seclusion.

Each spacious villa provides the perfect setting for a romantic escape, equipped with cosy lounges and log fireplaces, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, comfy bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and large couples’ spa baths. All accommodation has fitted kitchens, with outdoor Weber BBQs, and both internal and external dining areas. Our expansive Luxury Mountain View Lodges offer large decks with private heated plunge pools.

The retreat hosts 8km of picturesque rainforest hiking trails, home to many rare and endangered plants and animal species, including 400 types of flora. Secluded rock pools and hammocks are nestled along our creek where you can while away the day listening to the songs, twitters and calls from a myriad variety of our 150 species of resident birds.

Allow our spa therapists to pamper you with a deep tissue massage, then retire to your own secluded spot for a peaceful picnic and chilled glass of wine.

Explore the stunning beauty of pristine rainforest at Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat

Rainforest romance

Stroll along our 8 kilometres of rainforest tracks through stunning fern-lined gullies and giant 400-year-old trees. Lie in our famous hammocks over a babbling rainforest brook of pure, crystal-clear mountain water. Or take a Picnic Basket to our lovely citrus orchard. At night, wander to the creek to marvel at the magic of the glow worms.

Designed just for couples

Our retreat is specially designed with romance in mind. For an unforgettable honeymoon, intimate wedding or elopement, a romantic surprise for a birthday or anniversary – or just an escape from life’s hectic pace – this is the ideal relaxing getaway for two. We have a number of extras and packages to make your experience with us absolutely perfect.

See more about packages for honeymooners at the Retreat
See more about our Bar Lounge & Wine Cellar

Bar Lounge & Wine Cellar

Our new Wine Cellar stocks over 1,000 bottles of international and local wines and Champagnes. At the bar, choose from cocktails, gins, smooth rums, excellent non-alcoholic options and beers. Relax, meet other guests and enjoy a game of pool, chess or backgammon.

Creekside Pavilion

Hidden in the rainforest and cantilevered over a bubbling mountain creek is an exclusive, secluded relaxation, bathing and dining experience. Enjoy a gourmet lunch, bathe in a private rock pool and relax to birdsong. Also a perfect romantic venue for your intimate wedding or celebration of love, a proposal, anniversary or birthday.

See more of our Creekside Pavilion in the rainforest
Read our extensive food menus for private dining in your bungalow or lodge

Private dining

So that you and your partner can spend the most time together alone, we provide freshly prepared, delicious gourmet food and deliver it quietly to you, so you can eat whenever you want. Our menus of dinners, hampers, breakfasts and even picnic packs are delicious and nutritious.

Near Byron Bay & the Gold Coast

Our 102-hectare property is in the beautiful Tweed Valley in northern New South Wales. We’re bordered on three sides by World Heritage National Park, assuring true peace and privacy. We seamlessly combine the key ingredients of the ultimate romantic getaway – privacy, comfort and seclusion – with a stunning natural location.

Discover more about our location near Byron Bay and the Gold Coast

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Testimonials from guests at Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat
Perfect, so luxurious and indulgent
21 August 2022Couldn’t have asked for a better spot to enjoy our honeymoon, Mark & the team were lovely and everyone was so respectful of our privacy. The grounds were beautiful & so cared for, the glow worms at night were magic. Our Luxury Mountain View Lodge was perfect, so luxurious and indulgent. Just what we wanted for our special time.
Tom(Tamborine Lodge, a Luxury Mountain View Lodge)