If you’ve felt the nibble of the love bug and are itching to rendezvous somewhere strange with your new – or established – sweetheart, Valentine’s Day is all but a few skipped heartbeats away.
Whether you consider yourself a romantic or not, the quasi-holiday makes more than an apt occasion to break the rhythm of the everyday and embark on an intimate getaway.
Read on for our curated edit of romantic getaways in NSW – from Blue Mountains to Northern Rivers – bound to make this February 14th more than memorable.
GT‘s top picks for romantic NSW getaways in 2025
- Romantic getaway in the Blue Mountains: Chalets at Blackheath (here’s why)
- Romantic getaway in Sydney: Salty Dog (here’s why)
- Romantic getaway near Northern Rivers: Ground House 107R (here’s why)
Romantic getaways in Blue Mountains

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Chalets at Blackheath
Location: Blackheath, The Blue Mountains
Within the embrace of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed national park, Chalets at Blackheath presents a secluded collection of individual retreats. Each chalet offers a private sun deck, a generously-sized bathroom adorned with limestone, and a fireplace for ambiance. An intimate setting for connection with the surrounding natural world.
Reasons to stay:
- Luxury hotel with concierge service
- BBQ facilities
- Free private parking and free bike usage
Book:
- via Airbnb
- via Luxury Escapes
- via Bookings.com
Romantic getaways in Sydney

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The Salty Dog
Location: Newport, Northern Beaches of Sydney
Floating in the Northern Beaches’ Pittwater, The Salty Dog tiny houseboat is an idyllic spot with a loft bed for lovebirds to lap up the sun and salt – amongst all the love, that is. With use of the dinghy to go ashore, you totally are removed from the rest of the world for the weekend.
Reasons to stay:
- Off grid houseboat 19-minutes walk from the beach
- Ladder with direct access to the water
- Outdoor hot/cold shower

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Capella Sydney
Location: Sydney CBD
Capella Sydney, the first Australian outpost of the hotel group, brings its signature blend of refined luxury to the city. Housed within a striking Edwardian Baroque sandstone edifice, and accessed via a grand marble foyer, the hotel encompasses 192 guest rooms, the private Living Room space, an indoor pool, a yoga platform and the Auriga spa. Culinary artistry takes centre stage at Brasserie 1930, helmed by chefs Brent Savage and Nick Hildebrandt of the Bentley Group; consider your dinner date sorted.
Reasons to stay:
- Auriga Spa
- Indoor pool
- Brasserie 1930
Romantic getaways near Northern Rivers

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Ground House 107R
Location: Tintenbar, Far North Coast
Designed to “curate sensory immersion”, Ground House 107R is a concrete stay ethereally nestled in the grass. Featuring a curving jade shower and hearted magnesium soak tank – plus the option for an in-stay massage therapist and yoga instructor to be present – this conceptual getaway epitomises luxe.
Reasons to stay:
- Double sided wood burning fireplace
- Curving jade shower
- Magnesium soak tank

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Sun-Clad Bliss
Location: Federal, Northern Rivers
A rustic retreat boasting a heated plunge pool and clawfoot bath, Sun-Clad Bliss is a darling farmhouse in Federal. With rolling green views of the Byron Bay hinterland, a nearby river, and vegetable garden and fruit trees onsite, you’re in bucolic bliss.
Reasons to stay:
- Heated plunge pool
- Clawfoot bath
- Views of Byron Bay hinterland
Romantic getaway near Orange

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Chaser Studio at Basalt
Location: Canobolas
Perched amidst rolling hills, overlooking a flourishing cherry orchard, lies Chaser at Basalt Luxury Accommodation. This contemporary retreat, a harmonious blend of natural stone and timber, is crafted with thoughtful details – from a telescope poised for stargazing, to a Bluetooth speaker. Why not source a local wine at sunset and take in the panoramic views of the Orange region from the freestanding tub.
Reasons to stay:
- Freestanding tub
- Thoughtful details
- Panoramic views
Romantic getaways on the South Coast

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Bangalay Luxury Villas
Location: Shoalhaven, South Coast
Get respite from the big smoke by staying a night or three at Bangalay Luxury Villas, just paces away from Seven Mile Beach. The only lover’s quarrel you’ll be having is whether to take your lounging beach or poolside.
Reasons to stay:
- Outdoor pool
- Beach access
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