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Crossmaglen NSW 2441

Crossmaglen is a quiet rural locality of acreage properties and farms set in a lush valley south of Coffs Harbour. It appeals to those seeking space, privacy, and a country lifestyle while remaining within a short drive of beaches, shops, and services.

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Why families consider Crossmaglen

Predominantly families, hobby farmers, and long-term residents enjoying a relaxed, outdoorsy lifestyle. Housing is mostly larger rural holdings and lifestyle acreages, with a strong community feel and emphasis on nature, gardening, and equestrian pursuits.

Amenities & services

  • Toormina Gardens Shopping Centre (Toormina)
  • Park Beach Plaza (Coffs Harbour)
  • Coffs Central (Coffs Harbour CBD)
  • Coffs Harbour Health Campus (Public Hospital)
  • Sawtell Medical Centre (Sawtell)
  • Bonville Golf Resort restaurant and dining
  • Sawtell village cafes and restaurants
  • Toormina Library (Toormina Gardens, Toormina)
  • Harry Bailey Memorial Library – Coffs Harbour (Coffs Harbour CBD)

Transport & connectivity

  • Sawtell Railway Station (North Coast line)
  • Coffs Harbour Railway Station
  • Limited local Busways services via Bonville/Toormina; car travel recommended
  • Pacific Highway (A1), Pine Creek Way, Crossmaglen Road

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Bonville Golf Resort
  • Bongil Bongil National Park walking and cycling trails
  • Sawtell Beach and surf club
  • Boambee Creek Reserve picnicking and kayaking
  • Bongil Bongil National Park
  • Boambee Creek Reserve
  • Bindarri National Park

Education context

No childcare services in Crossmaglen itself; a range of long day care, preschool, and OOSH options are available in nearby Toormina and Sawtell (e.g., Goodstart Early Learning Toormina, community preschools).

  • Southern Cross University – Coffs Harbour Campus (Hogbin Drive, Coffs Harbour Education Campus)