Assistant Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages
Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Assistant Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages.
Getting there and parking
Keys can be collected from Byron Bay Hotel and Apartments. Contact their office on 02 6639 8700 from 9am to 5pm if you want to arrange after hours collection.
The Assistant Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages are 3km east of the Byron Bay town centre. To get there:
- Take Lawson Street (which becomes Lighthouse Road) and follow it to the lighthouse.
- The cottages are on the left
- The lighthouse gate is closed from sunset until 8am daily.
- The cottage key opens the gate
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
There is parking for 2 cars at each of the cottages. Your car must be parked according to the parking plan provided when you book.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
With the weather being a bit cooler, it's the perfect time of year for walking, barbecues and picnics on the beach.
Summer
Summer holidays beckon you – enjoy swimming, snorkelling, surfing, building sandcastles, or relaxing in the shade.
Winter
Walgun Cape Byron is a great spot to watch for whales on their annual migration - remember to take binoculars.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
22°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
35.1°C
Winter temperature
Average
15°C and 21°C
Lowest recorded
3.3°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
350.4mm
Bedrooms
Cottage 1 Bedroom 1 (up to 2 people)
- 1 Queen bed
Cottage 1 Bedroom 2 (up to 2 people)
- 1 Queen bed
Cottage 1 Bedroom 3 (up to 2 people)
- 2 Single beds
Cottage 2 Bedroom 1 (up to 2 people)
- 1 Queen bed
Cottage 2 Bedroom 2 (up to 2 people)
- 1 Queen bed
Cottage 2 Bedroom 3 (up to 2 people)
- 2 Single beds
Facilities
- There are 2 semi-detached cottages adjoined by a common wall. Each cottage is fully furnished and include a kitchen, 3 bedrooms, sitting/lounge room, bathroom, separate toilet outside and laundry.
- Please leave the property clean and tidy with all kitchen items washed up and put away. Hourly additional fees may be charged for any unreasonable cleaning required or missing/broken items.
Amenities
Toilets
Additional separate toilet outside.
- Flush toilets
Barbecue facilities
The cottages have an electric barbecue.
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
Carpark
Drinking water
Showers
- Hot showers
Electric power
Balcony
Both cottages have front and rear verandahs.
Outdoor furniture
Indoor fireplace
Kitchen
The kitchens have an electric oven and stove, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster.
Plates and cutlery
Pots and pans
Bed linen
Bed linen, duvets and pillows are provided.
Heating
TV
TV with Netflix.
Towels
Towels are provided.
Washing machine
Washing machine and dryer available.
Cot hire
Call Byron Bay office before your stay to arrange.
Fan
Rubbish bin
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Assistance may be required to access this area as there is one step to the verandah and one step to the cottage at the front and rear entrance.
Prohibited
Please be considerate of others and keep the noise down. Fees apply if security is called to the property.
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Park info
- in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
- Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area is open all hours, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
- Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is open 8am to sunset.
- The Maritime Museum in the former Lighthouse Keeper’s office at the base of the lighthouse is open 10am to 4pm daily.
- Opening before 8am for events or disabled access can be arranged by prior notice – contact NPWS Byron Bay office during business hours 02 6639 8300.
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Park entry fees:
Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn and Information Centre: $10 per vehicle per hour/$4 per hour motorcycles. Maximum 1 hour per vehicle per calendar day, including all NPWS annual passholders.
Captain Cook lookout, Cosy Corner, and The Pass: $5 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Cash and credit cards accepted at Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.
Coach entry: $30 per coach up to 30 seats; $57 per coach 31 to 43 seats; $94 per coach 44 seats and over.
Buy annual pass
Visitor centre
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Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre
199 Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 - 9.30am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day
- 02 6639 8300