Title: River House (aka Federal Hilton) - Byron Bay Hinterland holiday cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # River House (aka Federal Hilton) - Byron Bay Hinterland holiday cottage Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34298400/34298317/5f3d1ee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34298400/34298317/2f3f481a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34298400/34298317/6fb9f951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34298400/34298317/c5917705.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34298400/34298317/6e40b3cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the hills, Federal Hilton offers a tranquil retreat with an eclectic mix of style and comfort. Enjoy complete privacy on the 10-acre property, featuring tropical fruits and Wilsons River for swimming or picnicking. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Laundry - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### River House (aka Federal Hilton) - Byron Bay Hinterland holiday cottage This is the secret hinterland hide away that has up til now been word of mouth only. The cottage is an eclectic mix of style and comfort. And feels like you're staying in your own holiday house The 10 acre property has been planted with a variety of tropical fruits - perhaps a grapefruit for breakfast, mango for lunch and a pomegranate for dessert! The star attraction is the privacy and the beautiful Wilsons River that provides an excellent swimming hole and a regenerated rainforest to wander through or have a picnic lunch. The layout of the cottage includes combined kitchen and dining room, lounge, main bedroom with double bed and second bedroom with a double bed and a trundle bed, bathroom and covered deck. You're in the hills but we do have everything a modern holiday maker could want - Electricity, cold and piping hot running water and will be turned on prior to your stay. We have an upright gas stove & oven, fridge, dishwasher, wood burner and cd/radio/ipod dock, tv and dvd, basic furniture, cutlery, crockery, sheets, blankets and dooners for all beds + a CD library and some games and cards. Outside you can cook on a great wood barbeque or on the gas barbie. Plus we have an iron, electric blanket and all the kitchen appliances you’ll need to whip up delicious meals. The Federal Store: The store is the only shop in the village and is a meeting place for the locals for anything and everything. It acts as the supermarket, bottle shop, post office, newsagent and eftpos outlet. Some tips: A torch for night time spotting, gum boots for wet weather, table linen for glamour dining and beach towels for taking a dip in the creek or the sea. Trips in the area Within the region can be found a number of attractions. Byron Bay: Eastern most point of Australia. Lots of restaurants and shops in this rapidly growing tourist spot. Beaches such as Wategoes, Broken Head, Tallow and the Pass are well worth a visit. A pleasant walk and picnic can be had from Wategoes to the lighthouse. There is a golf course on the south side of town. Ballina: The home of the big lobster, movie theatre and airport. Bangalow: A ‘pretty’ town and now bypassed by the highway. The town has been restored to it’s former glory and hosts galleries, second hand/antique stores and cafes. Try the Woods and visit the country market on the last Sunday of the month. Minyon Falls: 15 minutes by car from Federal is a 300m cascading waterfall into the valley of the palms. Picnic grounds, look outs all set in rainforest. A number of walks, including a 5km walk to the bottom of the falls. Brunswick Heads: 10 minutes up the Pacific Highway from Bangalow. Great pub for a counter lunch and lots to discover. Lennox Heads: Best right hander on the coast, but watch the rocks. Nimbin: Hippyville! Lismore - Lizard ville: Bustling regional centre 30km west of Federal. Supermarkets, cafes, airport and University. Mount Warning: A day trip for the more adventurous. Mullumbimby: A 10km drive from Federal along the Coorabel ridge, giving breathtaking rural and coastal views. ‘The biggest little town in Australia’ The Channon: 30 minutes west, tricky to find but worth the trip for the monthly market (2nd Sunday) great variety of plants, food and crafty produce. Along with the sights and sounds. The Gold Coast: Only an hour up the highway to glitz, glamour and gluttony. Casino, Pacific Fair and airport. Just some suggestions, but you can discover the rest yourselves. Check out our Instagram account for more images on Federal Hilton #federalhilton ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - On a river ### Things to do - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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-29120, 2480 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as River House Federal River House Cottage Federal River House Cottage River House River House Aka Federal Hilton River House (aka Federal Hilton) Cottage 23218 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-28.63540%2C153.46800&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Qcrx47to0t9UNhTATt8eq73Wo5Y=) Federal, NSW #### What's nearby - Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens - 22 min drive - 8.2 miles - Minyon Falls - 27 min drive - 9.4 miles - Main Beach - 35 min drive - 18.1 miles - Wategos Beach - 39 min drive - 20.0 miles - Cape Byron Lighthouse - 39 min drive - 20.0 miles #### Getting around - Mullumbimby Station - 31 min drive - Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Farm Byron Bay - ‬22 min drive - ‪Ciao, Mate! - ‬20 min drive - ‪Baker and Daughters - ‬22 min drive - ‪Bangalow Bowling Club - ‬22 min drive - ‪Federal Doma Cafe - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River House (aka Federal Hilton) - Byron Bay Hinterland holiday cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at River House (aka Federal Hilton) - Byron Bay Hinterland holiday cottage? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at River House (aka Federal Hilton) - Byron Bay Hinterland holiday cottage? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at River House (aka Federal Hilton) - Byron Bay Hinterland holiday cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is River House (aka Federal Hilton) - Byron Bay Hinterland holiday cottage located? > Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Andrew Johnston Big Scrub Nature Reserve, Goonengerry National Park and Snows Gully Nature Reserve. Gondwana Rainforests of Australia and Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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