Thomson Cottage

3 friends having a drink on the balcony at Thomson Cottage. Photo: Sera Wright/DPIE
Aerial view of Thomson Cottage, positioned next to the beach. Photo: Sera Wright/DPIE
Woman walking out of her bedroom into the secluded bush at Thomson Cottage. Photo: Sera Wright/DPIE
Exterior of Thomson Cottage and the bush behind it. Photo: Sera Wright/DPIE
Queen bedroom in Thomson Cottage. Photo: Sera Wright/DPIE
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Park alerts

Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

2 current alerts · Checked 14 Oct 2026, 3:05 pm

  • Elsewhere in the parkClosed areasUntil 26 Feb 2027

    Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe closed

    Cape Byron Lighthouse Café has now closed. NPWS are assessing future options for the site as part of planning for the Walgun Cape Byron Lighthouse precinct.

    For more information, please email the NPWS Tweed/Byron area office.

About

Thomson Cottage is simply the best of both worlds; nestled between a beautiful white sand beach and luscious rainforest, it's a dream location for the perfect beachside break. The award-winning accommodation is ideal for family or friends looking for an indulgent holiday getaway near Byron Bay on the idyllic north coast.

Hidden within Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area, the cottage offers privacy with unimaginable views of the famed surf spot 'The Pass'. From the expansive balcony you can watch the waves roll in, check out the local dolphins swim by and even humpback whales in the winter.

Equipped with everything you could possibly need to unwind, this ECO certified property uses solar power and features an energy efficient design.

5 Brooke Drive, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481 · Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area

Thomson Cottage sits on the edge of the rainforest with stunning views of ‘The Pass’ in Byron Bay. Hidden away, this beach accommodation is the perfect getaway.

Bedrooms
3
Sleeps
6
Accessibility
Hard
Entry
Park entry fees are not required to access Thomson Cottage

Accommodation

  • Cottage

Facilities

  • Toilets
  • Showers
  • Drinking water
  • Barbecue facilities
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Kitchen
  • Plates and cutlery
  • Pots and pans
  • Bed linen
  • Air conditioning
  • Tv
  • Towels
  • Washing machine
  • Cot hire
  • Outside shower
  • Electric power
  • Rubbish bin

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What this place offers

3 friends having a drink on the balcony at Thomson Cottage. Photo: Sera Wright/DPIE

Cottage

Thomson Cottage sits on the edge of the rainforest with stunning views of The Pass' in Byron Bay. Hidden away, this beach accommodation is the perfect getaway.

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Get in touch

Byron Bay office

02 6639 8300npws.tweedbyron@environment.nsw.gov.au

22 Tallow Beach Road, Byron Bay 2481

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

5 Brooke Drive

Byron Bay NSW 2481