Pavilions verdict...

So do you want to know how we've rated The Pavilions among the listings that we have at Luxury Oz Stays?

How does 5 out of 5 sound?

I guess it depends on what type of holiday you're looking for, but if you want a holiday home that doubles as a great place to simply hang out, then The Pavilion 2 is perfect.

It's designed so that there are so many different, airy, open spaces for you to inhabit, that you never feel crowded regardless of how many people are staying with you.  The inter-connected open plan pavilions incorporate extensive living areas and decks, set amongst a rain forest inspired garden.

The home is filled with all the mod cons you could desire (thank you my darling coffee machine) and it was in spic and span condition when we arrived.  It successfully blends the inside with the outside

Broken Head is gorgeous in itself.  Pristine beaches and lush rainforests.  You can spend hours exploring the wonderland that is just metres from your doorstep.  

If you're after some night life or perhaps a few top notch restaurants or eateries, then the city centre of Byron Bay is just ten minutes down the road.

We left feeling refreshed, revived and spoilt.

Pavilion 2 is a private and secure retreat perfect for a small beach wedding, secluded honeymoon or a beach getaway.

Loved it.

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A bit of a splurge....

We spent the day yesterday exploring Byron Bay.

I haven't been here for a few years and while it's still retained that relaxed, hippy vibe, it's became a lot funkier and diverse.  It's still one of the most relaxed holiday destinations in Australia, with gorgeous beaches (famous for the lighthouse) and tropical rainforests.

With a friendly village atmosphere, Byron attracts people from all walks of life from all over the world and it's a great place to people watch.

We had lunch at the Beach Hotel (great fresh food and cold beer).  Totally kid friendly too, with a park across the road and a row boat for them to play in.

After a spot of sunbaking, I spent the afternoon roaming the streets and looking for treats in the quirky little stores that are peppered all over Byron.

Here are a few of the treasures I found.

I bought a canister of Tridosha Salt of the Sea.  It uses all natural ingredients to blend Australian sea salt, cracked peppercorns and native Australian herbs and spices.  I sprinkled it over the chicken that we had for dinner and it was delish!  Cute canister too.

A big stash of cookies from the Byron Bay Cookie company.  I always grab one of these when I get a takeaway coffee so I decided to stock up at their home town.  These are too good to be true,  white choc chunk and macadamia nut is my all time favourite.  (Hint, zap it in the microwave for 15 seconds and enjoy the gooey goodness). 

And just to take home a bit of the hippy vibe with me, I splurged on this boho american Tassel necklace with Turquioise, feathers and an antique coin from Spell Shop.  Great to wear with a singlet and jeans, methinks.

Gorgeous day out.

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