10+ Free Things To Do in The Tweed with Family
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Wake up to ocean breezes or lush hinterland views with all the comforts of a luxurious hideaway, perfect for unwinding and reconnecting on your romantic getaway.
For beachfront bliss, Halcyon House in Cabarita Beach offers chic, coastal-inspired suites with a side of indulgence—think sunset cocktails by the sea and a Chef Hatted menu at Paper Daisy. If you prefer a secluded hinterland getaway, Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat has luxe cabins with log fireplaces and spa baths, surrounded by lush forest and mountain views, perfect for a tranquil couple’s escape. La Rocher Eco Retreat offers breathtaking views of Wollumbin Mount Warning from its private villas and infinity pool, ideal for an intimate getaway, while Hillcrest Mountain View Retreat promises a romantic getaway with stunning vistas and sublime onsite dining, surrounded by peaceful farm life.
Halcyon House in Cabarita Beach
Origin House in Carool is a stylish and secluded sanctuary in the hills, set amidst a picturesque working coffee plantation, while nearby Waterfall Lodge offers a private and tranquil romantic escape, nestled in lush rainforest with its own cascading falls. Deeper in the hinterland near Tyalgum is Selah Valley, a peaceful luxury hideaway overlooking ancient forest and ideal for a quiet time away, and Avion Retreat whose contemporary glasshouse villas are the ideal way to get cosy while taking in stunning panoramic vistas.
Avion Retreat – Image by heartandthesea_lifestyle
Dining in The Tweed is all about fresh, local produce and unforgettable locations that set the scene for long lazy lunches or romantic evenings.
Tweed River House is elegant dining personified with refined and awarded French-inspired cuisine harnessing local produce and a stunning riverside outlook to Wollumbin Mount Warning. Potager – A Kitchen Garden in Carool, one of the most celebrated restaurants in the region, heroes local and farm-fresh flavours with many ingredients freshly picked from its own produce garden. Bistro Livi in Murwillumbah, another of the Tweed’s Chef Hatted offerings, combines a lush cosy setting with dishes that celebrate Spanish flavours, while Farm & Co Restaurant in Cudgen brings paddock-to-plate dining to life, serving organic, seasonal dishes on a gorgeous working produce farm.
Tweed River House in Murwillumbah
If seafood is on your mind, FINS at Salt Village in Kingscliff is famous for its award-winning dishes with a focus on sourcing local line caught fish. Also much-awarded is Pipit in Pottsville, where contemporary, local produce-driven dishes are inspired by a leading focus on sustainability. Over at Paper Daisy, enjoy sophisticated beachfront dining in a relaxed space that blends the comfort of home with date night vibes or, for a Greek-inspired coastal dining experience, book at Taverna in Kingscliff, a charming eatery with intimate tables and a focus on delicious shared dishes. The menu at No. 35 Kitchen and Bar takes its cues from Italian fare enriched with local flavours, plus a sleek yet relaxed ambience just perfect for special nights out.
No. 35 Kitchen and Bar in Cabarita Beach
Nothing says romance like watching the sun dip below the horizon and witnessing the show of colours together. Settle in for breathtaking sunsets in some of The Tweed’s most picturesque locations.
Norries Headland at Cabarita Beach is a dreamy spot where you can feel on top of the world watching the rich colours of day’s end fold into the ocean as the sun sets to the west. For a serene waterside experience, Cudgen Lake in Bogangar is a tranquil easy-to-get-to setting where golden hues reflect over still waters. For a sweet hinterland backdrop, Tumbulgum’s riverside park is a relaxed spot to catch last light as the sun dips behind Wollumbin Mount Warning. Or, journey to Clarrie Hall Dam in Uki, where peaceful waters mirror the pastel evening sky for a truly romantic setting. Or choose a moving location to take in last light aboard a Tweed Eco Cruises sunset tour on the Tweed River. For an extra special sunset to remember why not contact the award-wining Blue Ginger Picnics who can create your ultimate dream-date, with cosy rugs, comfy cushions and 100% delicious local Tweed produce.
Norries Headland – Image by Graceeharrperrr
For couples who love a little adventure, The Tweed’s natural beauty provides plenty of opportunities to explore together.
Hire or BYO kayak and paddles to explore the calm inlet of Cudgen Creek, keeping an eye out for birdlife and taking things at your own pace. If you’re up for something more immersive, take a guided snorkel tour with Watersports Guru, where you’ll swim alongside friendly turtles around Cook Island. Take a ride along the Tweed section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, a scenic trail that winds through verdant countryside and charming villages, perfect for a leisurely bike ride or walk together. If a faster pace is on the agenda, hit the Uki Mountain Bike Park, a recently opened, purpose-built network of tracks for all levels. You can also explore the coastal track that stretches from Kingscliff in the north through to Cabarita Beach further south.
Northern Rivers Rail Trail
Raise a glass to the one you love at any number of lively spots to sip cocktails around The Tweed, here are just a few.
Paper Daisy at Halcyon House shakes up elegantly crafted cocktails by the beach, perfect for a sunset toast. Lolita’s Cantina in Casuarina is a fun and lively option with its vibrant selection of margaritas while Choux Box in Kingscliff is a bustling café by day and a stylish cocktail bar by night. The Burrow, a hidden gem in Cabarita, pours creative cocktails in a cosy, local setting while Spice Den at Oaks Santai infuses exotic flavours into their drinks, pairing perfectly with an Asian fusion menu. For a signature Tweed experience, visit Husk Farm Distillery, home of the famous Ink Gin and Husk Rum, where you can sip fresh pours while reclining to scenic views of the Tweed River and Wollumbin Mount Warning.
Husk Farm Distillery
For the ultimate in relaxation, treat yourselves to a soothing couples massage or rejuvenating spa treatment, the perfect way to restore balance and reconnect.
The Spa at Salt in Kingscliff is a tranquil retreat where couples can unwind with soothing massages, hydrotherapy and spa rituals inspired by nature’s elements. Luxuriate in the Elements Lounge, soak in a hydrotherapy spa or rejuvenate with an infrared sauna session. Over at Halcyon Spa, serenity meets luxury in a stunning coastal sanctuary with soul-soothing rituals, rejuvenating facials and signature massages using Sodashi botanical skincare. Unwind in beautifully appointed treatment rooms, relax in the sublime lounge space or experience the unique dome-shaped steam room for deep relaxation.
The Spa at Salt in Kingscliff
Whether you’re planning a surprise romantic escape or a Valentine’s Day gift, The Tweed delivers the perfect mix of relaxation, adventure and intimate settings. This Valentine’s Day, make it one to remember and get planning an escape that ticks your romantic holiday wish-list.
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