5 Romantic Getaways on the Barrington Coast

Bridgit
Sep 23, 2025
2 min read

The Barrington Coast is one of NSW’s most enchanting regions. Where rolling countryside meets pristine beaches, heritage towns, and wilderness. It’s a place that invites couples to slow down, reconnect, and savour the beauty of both coast and country. Whether you’re planning an anniversary, a surprise escape, eloping plans or just some time away together, these five destinations promise romance in abundance.

1. Stroud – Romantic Getaway in a Heritage Church

Why go: For a romantic getaway unlike anything else, stay in a lovingly restored heritage church in the historic town of Stroud. This unique boutique accommodation blends 19th-century charm with modern comfort, making it a truly unforgettable experience for couples.

The experience:

Sleep beneath soaring timber beams in a beautifully converted church.
Luxuriate in fine French linen and carefully curated interiors.
Wake to soft morning light filtering through stained-glass windows.
Wander hand-in-hand through Stroud’s heritage village, past historic homesteads and sandstone churches.
Share a country picnic, then stargaze in the clear night sky.

Romantic vibe: Atmospheric, intimate, and completely unique. A romantic getaway where love and history intertwine.

2. Seal Rocks – Lighthouse Cottages

Perched high above the ocean, the heritage Seal Rocks Lighthouse Cottages offer sweeping views, wild headlands, and the soothing soundtrack of waves below. Remote and dramatic, it’s perfect for couples who want to switch off and soak up the magic of the sea.

Room with seaside views pillows blinds and towels on the end of the bed — Seal Rocks Lighthouse Cottages

3. Forster & Wallis Lake

For couples who love a mix of leisure and adventure, Forster is ideal. Spend your days kayaking on Wallis Lake, sipping wine in waterfront cafés, or walking along One Mile Beach at sunset. Choose a boutique lakeside retreat or ocean-view apartment for the perfect balance of comfort and coastal charm.

Sandy beach with people walking and stairs and plants alongside — One Mile Beach

4. Gloucester & Barrington Tops

For those who prefer crisp mountain air and wilderness romance, head inland to Gloucester and the Barrington Tops. Stay in a secluded cabin or eco-lodge, hike to waterfalls, or cosy up by the fire with a glass of local wine. It’s a romantic choice for couples who crave both nature and quiet luxury.

Small waterfall, quite pools of water and two people standing on rocks looking at the falls — Barrington Tops Creek Waterfall

5. Pacific Palms: Blueys & Boomerang Beach

If your love story belongs by the sea, Pacific Palms delivers. Stroll barefoot along Blueys Beach, enjoy a long swim at Boomerang, and retreat to a chic beach house where you can watch the stars from your deck. The slower pace and endless horizon make it one of the coast’s most romantic hideaways.

Hills in the distance, waves rolling in on to a sandy beach with fencing in the foreground — Boomerang Beach (worth coming back to time and time again!)

Final Note

From Stroud’s heritage church stay in the heart of the countryside to the lighthouse cottages of Seal Rocks and the hidden beaches of Pacific Palms, the Barrington Coast is made for romance. Whether you’re after timeless history, wilderness seclusion, or coastal charm, your perfect romantic getaway awaits.