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Ashby Island, NSW
Waterview Motel sits on River Street in Ashby Island, a quiet residential pocket of Maclean in the Northern Rivers region of NSW. Maclean is known as the 'Scottish town on the Clarence', positioned where the Clarence River meets fertile farmland about 20 minutes west of Yamba's beaches. This makes it a practical base for road-trippers exploring the coast between Byron Bay and Coffs Harbour, fishermen drawn to the river system, and weekenders seeking a slower pace than the beachside crowds. The motel's riverside address suggests water views and easy access to Maclean's historic centre, including the annual Highland Gathering each Easter. With the Pacific Highway bypass keeping through-traffic away, Ashby Island offers a peaceful night's sleep.
The motel is at 121 River Street on Ashby Island, part of Maclean township in northern NSW. It's positioned on the Clarence River, roughly 65km south of Ballina and 20km inland from Yamba.
Maclean town centre is walkable, with riverside parks and cafes. Yamba's beaches and headlands are 20 minutes east, while the Clarence River offers fishing, kayaking and birdwatching. The region's sugarcane country and Scottish heritage sites are also close by.
Yes, it's well-suited for both. Families appreciate the quiet Ashby Island setting and proximity to beaches, while road-trippers use it as a stopover between Byron Bay and Coffs Harbour on the Pacific Highway route.
Motels in this area typically provide onsite parking. Check directly with the property for specific arrangements.
Yamba's main beach and Turners Beach are about 20 minutes' drive east. Angourie's surf breaks and Brooms Head are also within half an hour.