Title: Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34096300/34096281/281f47fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34096300/34096281/7521ae73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34096300/34096281/e84fb9e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34096300/34096281/e7ee440e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34096300/34096281/932f63ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled among 30 acres of rolling green hills and native woodland, Afterglow Cottages offers a tranquil retreat with luxurious self-contained cottages featuring full kitchens, air-con, queen-size beds, double showers with views and private decks. Indulge in a relaxing spa under the stars or unwind on your deck while watching native birdlife and wallabies graze at dawn. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2614 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking available - Laundry - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature Treat yourself to a romantic getaway or relaxing break in an atmosphere of luxury and indulgence, amid a tranquil and picturesque natural landscape. Only five minutes from the centre of the vibrant and fascinating village of Bellingen, Afterglow Cottages nestles among 30 acres of rolling green hills and native woodland in the beautiful Kalang River valley. You can choose to stay in our architect-designed Moodys Creek Cottage or the lovingly renovated old dairy - both now spacious self-contained one-bedroom cottages where quality new fittings and furnishings create an atmosphere of comfort and simple elegance. Afterglow’s two cottages have full kitchen, air-con, queen-size bed, double shower with a view, large deck with BBQ and spa. Enjoy the sunset over the surrounding hills from your own private deck, indulge in a luxurious spa under the stars or simply relax and watch the abundant native birdlife and the wallabies that often graze on the grassy slopes at dawn and dusk. Afterglow offers a perfect base for exploring Bellingen and the surrounding countryside – from World Heritage rainforest, cascading waterfalls and stunning beaches to the town’s vibrant cafes, famous festivals and friendly community markets ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - Stereo - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 614 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38210000/38203300/38203207/dd77cd74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### luxury couples retreat Gleniffer - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-30.46631%2C152.86436&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gVpWZpB2_m-OXaGHReHu-IivAK8=) Kalang, NSW #### What's nearby - Bellingen Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 km - Bellingen Community Markets - 9 min drive - 5.0 km - Hammond & Wheatley Emporium - 10 min drive - 5.4 km - Bellingen Museum - 10 min drive - 5.4 km - Old Butter Factory - 11 min drive - 6.5 km #### Getting around - Nambucca Heads Station - 36 min drive - Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Diggers Tavern and Motel Bellingen - ‬8 min drive - ‪Old Butter Factory Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Black Bear - ‬8 min drive - ‪Federal Hotel - ‬8 min drive - ‪Habitat Coffee House - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature located? > Situated on a river, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bellingen Park, Bellingen Community Markets, and Hammond & Wheatley Emporium. Bellingen Museum is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Afterglow offers romance, luxury and indulgence amid the quiet beauty of nature Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annie C. Jun 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved our stay Had a lovely relaxing time. ##### Annie C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James A. May 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Getaway Awesome place and location, highly recommend. ##### James A. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham C. Jan 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome View, accomidation and host were all great ##### Graham C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarina Jul 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The tranquillity and the lovely cottage. Agnes and Geoff were so welcoming and we will definitely be back ##### Sarina Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tenell H. Sep 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Romantic getaway We absolutely loved our stay at afterglow. The peaceful surrounds, well equipped accomodation and kind hospitality of the host were highlights. We enjoyed the delicious food in the township of Bellingen and the national park at dorrigo, both of which are only a short drive from afterglow. ##### Tenell H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felicity H. Dec 10, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect From the moment we turned up, we were so impressed with the hospitality from Agnes and it only got better. The property was incredible and so private. Would not hesitate recommending Afterglow Cottages to any one. ##### Felicity H. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda V. Jul 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magnificent Retreat The only complaint we have is that it was way too short! The cottage which had everything and more was just magnificent. The beautiful interior and exterior, nature and your friendly welcome was top notch, thank you! ##### Amanda V. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darren B. Feb 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serenity A beautiful location, complete solitude and silence , perfect for de-stressing! Wonderful amenities and a welcoming wine and nibbles. Then there is the Eggs and Bacon breakfast! Lots of different birds and a few wallabies inhabit the property and the Spa at night, provides relaxation under the stars. ##### Darren B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita Jan 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Wunderbar in der Natur gelegenes Häuschen mit traumhaftem Garten und großer Terrasse. Als Haustiere hatten wir Papageien und Wallabies. Im Haus ist ebenfalls sehr viel Platz und alles Nötige vorhanden. Agnes ist eine sehr nette und kommunikative Gastgeberin. Eine tolle Unterkunft! ##### Anita Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim and Sharon M. Jan 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend Had a wonderful relaxing escape. We highly recommend to anyone wanting a quiet and comfortable retreat. ##### Tim and Sharon M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah A. Jun 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just us and nature This truly was a stay to remember, 2-nights was not long enough. Afterglow exceeded our expectations by a mile! Agnes personally welcomed us upon arrival, and left us some beautiful products within the fridge to enjoy during our stay. The cottage itself was clean and decorated beautifully. We enjoyed showers looking out at nature, and spent hours within the outdoor bath enjoying wine and each others company while taking in the stunning view. It was incredibly quiet, all you could hear was the birds chirping and the odd car going past. The location of the properly was very close to Bellingen and other surrounding towns, so getting around was very easy. I feel there is so much more to say, but this sums it up perfectly. Just an amazing stay, and we will definitely be back. Thank you! ##### Hannah A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca S., Yamba NSW Apr 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Will be back! Agnes is a wonderful host. She's so friendly and helpful. The property was perfect for us to celebrate our anniversary. Close to national parks and lots of hikes. We loved the spa bath in the deck, and spent many hours in it watching the stars. The only noises was nature - and the odd car going past on the road. We will go back! ##### Rebecca S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Maria W. Jun 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Xxx Very enjoyable ##### Maria W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021