I.D.645790. Weekends from $500. BEACH SHACK CHIC this is one of the most popular properties for a romantic getaway. Experience the waterfront fishing cottage that was built in 1927 and has been sensitively restored and upgraded to one of the most stylish and comfortable places in the area. This quintessential Australian weekender is the ideal retreat from the urban whirl.

HARDYS BAY an easy 90 minute drive from Sydney
Many people enjoy a hit of nostalgia when the visit, feeling that Hardys Bay is like the Palm Beach of the Avoca of yesteryear, simple warm coastal communities before transforming into playgrounds for the Rich and Famous. Even thought the most expensive boutique hotel in Australia is also located here, namely the Pretty Beach House, Hardys Bay has kept its down to earth character and offers stunning beach and bush scenery. For the adventurous, it is easy to charter a yacht, rent a kayak, take surfing lessons or go horse riding.

A ROOM OF ONE’S OWN
Recently restored and renovated, the fishing cottage has two levels.
The main house, upstairs, has a large open living space with designer kitchen, a king size bedroom with adjacent writing study and a bathroom. The rooms all have floor to ceiling glass doors that open to the covered deck with glorious views over the bay.

The downstairs suite has a large open bedroom, a light filled writing alcove and luxurious five star bathroom complete with walk in shower and oversize bathtub. There are three sets of vintage double glass doors that open to a glorious deck made from recycled hardwood.
Both levels have extensive libraries, downstairs is the travel library arranged by geography. Each level has separate access with no internal access between and offers guests complete privacy.
Both outside decks offer expansive bay views, some of the best in the area, as evidenced by the front cover of Susan Kurosawa’s book, Coasting. The travel editor of the Weekend Australian newspaper and local resident selected the view from the Writers’ Retreat for the cover shot of the lovely book about a year at living at the bay.

RATES
For a Weekend
2 people (upstairs only) weekend rate $500
4 people (full house) weekend $800
Weekend Special – Pay for 2 nights and receive the 3rd night free
For a Public Holiday Long Weekend
Full house only weekend $900
Long Weekend Special – Pay for 3 nights and receive the 4th night free

By the Week
Full house week $1200
Winter Rates $900 June, July and August
Summer Holidays (Dec 20th to Jan 28th)
Full house week $ 1900

FEATURES
Waterfront position with expansive bay views, just minutes from the pristine surf beach. Two large entertaining decks, natural bush garden setting. Heritage cottage with polished original timber floor, stylishly decorated with vintage Australian furniture and modern European classics. Light filled. Open Fireplace. Extensive Libraries and two dedicated writing spaces. Walking distance to local shops and restaurants.

All linen and towels and are included.

A daily housekeeping service is optional for an additional fee and must be pre-booked. Food and beverage advanced supplies can be arranged with Killcare General Store.