St Andrew's George's Cottages

St Andrew's Byron Lodge, 10 Butler St, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia

St Andrew's is a community-based, not-for-profit aged care organisation headquartered at 59 Bentinck Street, Ballina, NSW, offering residential aged care, dementia care, palliative care, and retirement living. The facility runs a physiotherapy-led Reablement and Wellness Program called Physio Active, with a dedicated studio for supervised strength and balance training tailored to individual residents. A volunteer therapy dog named Honey visits three times a week, providing companionship particularly valued for residents living with dementia. St Andrews has also launched a Resident Transport Initiative, co-designed with local health providers, to help residents access primary and specialist care across the regional Northern Rivers area. The organisation is governed by a community board and states a commitment to transparency in fees and charges, offering a fee calculator on its website.

184 Broken Head Rd, Suffolk Park NSW 2481, Australia

184 Broken Head Rd, Suffolk Park NSW 2481, Australia

Patrick Bugden VC Gardens is a residential aged care home located at 184 Broken Head Road, Suffolk Park (Byron Bay area), NSW, operated by RSL LifeCare. The facility has 65 rooms, all single with ensuite bathrooms, and is staffed around the clock by dedicated professionals who assist with bathing, dressing, and medication administration. It provides specialised dementia care alongside respite and palliative care services, with 24/7 nursing on site. Residents enjoy chef-created meals daily and participate in a broad range of activities including art and craft therapy, exercise programmes, bus outings, movies, and chaplaincy services. Facility features include garden courtyards, community BBQ and picnic areas, outdoor seating, and communal lounge and dining areas.

2 Beech Dr, Suffolk Park NSW 2481, Australia

Bayside @ Byron Retirement Village is a pet-friendly independent living community located in Suffolk Park, just five minutes from Byron Bay, NSW. The village comprises 32 spacious, contemporary homes filled with natural light, within easy reach of the beach, shops, Byron Bay Golf Club, and the bowling club. All homes feature 24-hour onsite emergency call systems for resident peace of mind. RSL LifeCare's Home Care team can provide in-home support if additional assistance is needed, and the adjacent Patrick Bugden VC Gardens residential care home (66 residents) offers a pathway to higher-level care. Entry prices start from $970,000 and the village is open to all Australians.

6 Byron Bay Rd, Bangalow NSW 2479, Australia

Feros Village Bangalow is a residential aged care facility located in the hinterland region of NSW, just 15 minutes from Byron Bay, operating since 1997. The village supports 64 residents in a beautifully maintained garden setting with walking paths, courtyards, and expansive views, and is home to a number of resident pets. Nurses and carers provide 24-hour support, and the facility follows a Wellness Model of Care with a strong focus on mobility, exercise, and active living. Residents have access to on-site physiotherapy and nearby hydrotherapy, with the Bangalow Bowling Club across the road and a medical centre next door. Rooms are single ensuite with adjustable electric beds, emergency call systems, and garden views.

507a Coolamon Scenic Dr, Coorabell NSW 2479, Australia

Honey Bee Homes is a boutique aged care provider operating three small residential homes near Byron Bay in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, each accommodating a maximum of six residents. Founded by two experienced Registered Nurses, the homes offer 24/7 care including a Registered Nurse with an industry-leading ratio of one carer to four residents. Services span residential and respite stays, dementia care, palliative care, and end-of-life support, with each home featuring private ensuite rooms, a pool, and landscaped gardens. The three homes — Mitchelton, Sansom, and Avocado — are privately operated with no deposit required; room rates start from $700 per night and include meals, cleaning, laundry, 24/7 nursing, allied health reviews, and wellness programmes such as aromatherapy and exercise.