Wooloweyah: The Quiet corner that stays with you
There’s a moment that hits everyone who holidays in Wooloweyah. You roll into this little lakeside village, the trees close in around you and suddenly everything feels softer. Life slows down. Conversations stretch out. Kids disappear on bikes and reappear with stories. The air smells like eucalyptus and lake water. In short, you’ve found the part of your holiday you didn’t know you were missing.
A lakeside village that feels like a secret
Wooloweyah sits quietly beside Yuraygir National Park with the lake on one side and Angourie just a few minutes down the road. You can wander to Back Beach or Spooky for a saltwater fix then return to your hideaway where the breeze through the paperbarks does most of the heavy lifting. It’s the ideal base for anyone who wants to be close to everything without staying in the thick of it.
Summer here feels particularly good. Days start unhurried then unfold into ocean swims, lake paddles, sunset strolls and long dinners in the garden. It’s the perfect antidote to busy lives, group chats and the notifications you meant to turn off but didn’t.
Places to stay that match the mood
Wooloweyah has a handful of holiday homes that turn quiet beauty into a full sensory experience.
The Surf Shack Bungalow
A favourite for guests who like a little personality in their holidays. This bungalow comes with a cool outdoor bathroom and a relaxed garden area that feels like your own leafy nook. It’s the stay for slow mornings, long showers under the sky and easy afternoons lazing outside with a book.
The Noisy Ocean Inn
Despite the name, this place is warm and welcoming with the sort of energy that makes quick getaways feel bigger than they are. Ideal for shorter stays when you want comfort, charm and a cosy base before you head out for swims, walks or sunset dinners.
Black Cockatoo
A pet friendly home for families who refuse to leave their four-legged third child behind. There’s space to spread out, spots to curl up and quiet pockets for naps after big days of exploring. It’s easy, relaxed and made for travellers who like having the whole crew together.
Casa De Lago
A lakeside family home where the water is your backdrop. Think morning coffees on the deck, kayaks on the shoreline and that calm hush that comes with being this close to nature. Families love the room to move and the gentle rhythm of lake life.
Summer availability
If summer is calling, Wooloweyah still has space for those who want the best of both worlds. Close to Yamba and Angourie for all your ocean adventures, yet tucked in a peaceful leafy pocket perfect for truly disconnecting. It’s holidaying without the rush, the noise or the packed carparks.
Book your favourite stay, plan your morning swim and let Wooloweyah do the rest.