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The Blue Groper - Rustic Cottage with views overlooking the bay provides everything you need.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

The Blue Groper - Rustic Cottage with views overlooking the bay

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    Escape the everyday and reconnect with nature at this rustic-style beach cottage overlooking the bay at Diggers Camp. Nestled within Yuraygir National Park and accessed via a maintained unsealed road, this secluded retreat is perfect for a small family seeking peace, privacy, and coastal charm. This property is self-sufficient with independent solar for power and tanks for water use

    The cottage features two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a small deck overlooking the headland — an ideal spot to relax while watching emus and kangaroos stroll by.

    Diggers Camp is a truly unique getaway. With just only 40 houses, it's surrounded by stunning bays, quiet beaches, and scenic walking trails. The main beach is a short stroll along a wide track and features a tidal lagoon perfect for children, as well as excellent opportunities for surfing, snorkelling, and fishing.

    The nearest town, Wooli, is just 10 kms away with a range of amenities, and the location is conveniently one hour and 15 minutes north of Coffs Harbour and just under two hours south of Ballina.

    For those seeking a tranquil, nature-filled escape, this Diggers Camp cottage offers an unforgettable coastal retreat.

    * Please note the following:
    * Linen is not supplied at this property. You will need bring your own linen including towels.
    * We provide a basic starter pack, such as toilet paper, dishwashing tablet, etc, to cover your needs for a night or two. For longer stays, please bring additional supplies.
    * NO Heating appliances can be used due to solar power.
    * Dulce Gusto Pod Coffee machine and stove top pot
    * NO laundry facility.
    * This property is not fully fenced - it is suggested you check to see if it is secure for your pet. Also - Dogs must be on a lead at all times outside of the property yard

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Food and drink

  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fully-fenced

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

You’ll be staying in someone’s home, so please treat it with care and respect. Please be mindful of noise and not disturb the neighbours.
Strict no party policy – no hen or bucks parties No smoking Number of guests cannot exceed the number of beds available
No pets unless the property is pet friendly Please leave the property – clean and tidy – to avoid a cleaning fee being charged

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-16339, 2462

About the neighborhood

Located in Diggers Camp, this vacation home is on the beach. Yuraygir National Park and Solitary Islands Marine Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Solitary Islands Multiple Use Zone and Solitary Islands Special Purpose Zone. Looking to get your feet wet? Motor boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Diggers Camp travel guide
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Diggers Camp, NSW

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a red sandy beach, green vegetation, and the ocean under a partly cloudy sky.
    Yuraygir National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A beach with people sunbathing, a dog, and a cow.
    Solitary Islands Marine Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Diggers Camp Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • minnie Water Back Beach
    16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wooli Beach
    8 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Grafton, NSW (GFN-Clarence Valley Regional)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wooli Hotel
    15 min drive
  • Harry's Chinese Restaurant
    18 min drive
  • The 383
    15 min drive
  • Waves At Wooli
    17 min drive
  • Wooli Pub
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Groper - Rustic Cottage with views overlooking the bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Blue Groper - Rustic Cottage with views overlooking the bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Groper - Rustic Cottage with views overlooking the bay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Groper - Rustic Cottage with views overlooking the bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Diggers Camp vacation home is steps from Yuraygir National Park, Diggers Camp Beach, and Solitary Islands Marine Park. Wooli Beach and minnie Water Back Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Blue Groper - Rustic Cottage with views overlooking the bay Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Blue Groper

We both really loved the rustic experience, it was reminiscent of holidays from our childhoods in the 70’s. The village of Diggers Camp is tucked away in a quaint and utterly serene natural setting that we relaxed deeply into and in fact found it difficult to pull ourselves from in order to return home! We will definitely be returning! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Blue Groper review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at the blue groper many times over the last ten years and keep coming back because the location is exceptional. However, the price has gone up and up and for the price now charged, we expect a bit more. This is a dog friendly property which is great, but unfortunately the couches and cushions during our last stay smelt very strongly of dog. Obviously people have been letting their pets inside and on the furniture. I suggest that after each guest, that the soft furnishings should be given a wash, not just sprayed with febreeze! Also some small changes like towel rails, clothes hangers, pegs, and a mattress topper on the very old and uncomfortable bed would go a long way to making the place more comfortable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Blue Groper at Diggers Camp

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Have been here several times, love the house and the location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Dog House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Another lovely stay. Many thank to Annette for everything. We’ll be back 🥰
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quiet getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Quiet, get back to nature break. No frills house. Can get a bit hot, but sea breeze helps.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect beach shack in a great spot. We'll be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

Fantastic stay
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely relaxing spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great basic beach shack. Just what we were looking for!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Needs a complete spring clean

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Diggers Camp

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property is basic but adequate. Ocean glimpses highlight thepanorama
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Our week at Diggers

Diggers is a beautiful spot and we would definitely return but not stay at The Blue Groper. The place was filthy with a lot of mouldy furniture/curtains and mouldy/dirty kids toys under all the beds. The managing agents were great at getting a cleaner in the next day but he didn't do that great a job. The bunk beds were comfy but the double bed was old and uncomfortable. On the plus side the oven/stove was great, decent sized fridge and lots of undercover clothesline to hang all our beach stuff. Location is brilliant too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent beach escape

Our stay at the Blue Groper was the perfect beach getaway! We were relaxed in the beach shack style home. Everything we needed was at our fingertips. The home was well equipped and positioned perfectly for a quiet beach break.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Relaxing getaway

A very relaxing getaway. The house has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous place and space

It's definitely rustic but that's all part of the charm....bring your reading pile and install yourself on the front verandah, watch the waves, the birds, the kangaroos, go for lazy beach walks, hike in the bush....bliss.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Quaint Beach Shack

Diggers camp is peaceful and removed from all the hustle and bustle of the city. The beach shack is well equipped with everything you could possibly need. I loved my time there.
Archival

8/10 Good

Cute beach Shack

Great position, basic home and accurate of pictures and description. Beautiful area, great position. Lovely rainwater shower and drinking water. Thanks, Kristy
Archival

6/10 Okay

Well located

Very modest home with modest furnishings. Lovely view, and loved having our pet stay with us. The lawns could have been mowed which would have made for a better outdoor playing area
Archival

8/10 Good

best location in diggers camp

Perfect location, quite, perfect for a small family, Kid friendly, definitely a rustic style cottage but very convenient, very relaxing atmosphere. Take along your kayak, snorkelling gear, surfboards and fishing gear and you're in your element! loved it will definitely stay again.. Thanks. Reggie from Ballina.