The Long Weekend Has Landed. So Has the Perfect Forecast.

There are long weekends and then there are long weekends that seem determined to tempt you out the front door.

This weekend across the Northern Rivers, the forecast is serving up sunny skies and glorious daytime temperatures around 19 degrees. The ocean is still holding onto its summer warmth at 21 degrees. In other words, it's the kind of weather that makes you wonder why you're still sitting at home.

The best part? There are still a handful of Oceanstays properties available.

Whether you've been dreaming of a coastal escape or simply need a circuit breaker from the daily routine, this weekend offers something increasingly rare: time to reconnect.

Reconnect with the people you love.

Reconnect with nature.

Reconnect with yourself.

Start your morning with a walk along an empty beach as the sun rises over the Pacific. Spend the afternoon exploring the wild beauty of Yuraygir National Park, where coastal trails wind through heathland, rainforest and dramatic ocean lookouts. Wander through local villages, browse boutique stores and linger a little longer over lunch.

And speaking of lunch, few regions punch above their weight quite like ours when it comes to food. From fresh local seafood and waterfront dining to cosy cafés and hidden gems, the Northern Rivers has quietly become one of Australia's most exciting places to eat.

Of course, there is also absolutely no shame in doing very little at all.

Pour a glass of wine.

Read the book you've been meaning to finish.

Watch the waves roll in.

Take an afternoon nap.

Sometimes the best holidays aren't packed with activities. They're simply about making space for the moments that matter.

To help make that decision even easier, we've released our lowest possible last-minute rates on all remaining available properties for the long weekend. View a list of available properties here.

When you book direct with Oceanstays, you'll also avoid the additional channel fees charged by booking platforms like Airbnb. That means more money for long lunches, local experiences and perhaps that second bottle of wine.

Most importantly, you'll have the support of a local team that genuinely cares. We're here before, during and after your stay to help make your holiday effortless.

The forecast is perfect.

The ocean is warm.

The long weekend is waiting.

All that's missing is you.

Browse our remaining available properties below and secure your last-minute escape before they're gone.

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