Surfaris | Coastal-Bush Retreat Photoshoot Location | Kempsey, NSW

Tucked between the wild serenity of native bushland and the golden coastline of Kempsey, NSW, Surfaris offers a rare fusion of beach and hinterland—making it an ideal backdrop for large-scale productions, wellness shoots, retreats, or campaign content that calls for atmosphere and variety.

Recently renovated and set within a private pocket of Mid North Coast forest, this versatile shoot location combines natural textures with open-air moments and flexible zones. With 14 individually styled rooms and the capacity to host over 30 guests on-site, Surfaris can accommodate both your creative team and your set—all in one place.

Outdoors, the space reveals a curated blend of lifestyle features designed to spark visual interest. A lagoon-style pool sits beside a relaxed tiki bar—perfect for summery editorial shoots or laid-back brand content. Nearby, a full-service café offers an adaptable setting for styled food shoots, hospitality campaigns, or casual interview setups. The covered timber yoga deck, framed by tall trees and open sky, brings a grounded, wellness-driven energy to the space, while the outdoor ceremony area—complete with rustic wooden pews—adds structure and soul to any romantic or boho-themed production.

Natural light filters through the surrounding canopy, changing character throughout the day and offering diverse moods across zones. Whether you're shooting dawn rituals on the yoga deck, styling a vibrant outdoor table scene by the café, or capturing slow moments by the pool, the property offers enough space and aesthetic variation to support full-day productions with ease.

Located in Kempsey, NSW—between Byron and Sydney—Surfaris balances access and seclusion. It’s shoot-ready, retreat-friendly, and rich in atmosphere, with the ability to scale up or down depending on your needs. Whether you're hosting a creative team overnight or capturing a one-day brand shoot, this location offers the kind of texture, light, and space that elevates content without distraction.