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Eternal Lure of the Pacific
Surfing Spots
on a Great Walk in New Zealand or Tasmania
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contents summer 2010-2011
places to stay SUMMER 2010-2011
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2 Australia's best surfing spots 5 Holiday Essentials 6 Whale of a time in Vava'u 8 Keep the kids happy 9 Feet first walking in New Zealand & Tasmania 12 What's On 84 The Fabled Islands of the Pacific
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Australia's best
surfing spots
Unique Places To Stay looks at some of our secret and not so secret surf breaks
reshwater Beach, Sydney will always remember that day in the Summer of 1915 when the great aquatic Hawaiian, Duke Kahanamoku gave an amazing exhibition of wave riding. 'The Duke' fashioned a solid board from local timbers, modelled on the very type used by him in his native Hawaii. It was here he first introduced to Australians the ancient craft of Hawaiian kings - the art of surfboard riding. Out through the surf-break The Duke paddled. He turned around and having paddled onto the face of a breaking wave, caught the wave back into the beach while standing tall on this newly carved timber surfboard. This exhibition of skill and grace captivated the imagination of all those present. Surfing came to Australia in 1915 when the Duke demonstrated his style, but it was not until the 1950's that this sport became popular here. Today an estimated 1.4 million Australians use a surfcraft of some kind each year. The surf industry which began with the manufacture of boards, 'togs' and 'wetties' in the 1960s, is now worth $400 million annually. Thousands turn up to watch professional surfing events, which began in 1973 with
the Bells Beach Surfing Classic (now Rip Curl Pro), the world's longest running and most prestigious. Surfing in Australia is for anyone and everyone. It's a great healthy summer activity and more importantly it's fun. 60 year old Malibu riding veterans, young kids with short boards, frontier surfers looking for remote breaks in impossible places and even 50 year old mums like me who took their first surf lesson recently at Sunshine Beach, near Noosa. A long list of locally bred world champions such as Midget Farrelly, Wayne 'Rabbit' Bartholomew, Nat Young, Mark Richards
area, talk to locals and get some advice on conditions. Best to surf with a mate and always check the weather. Are you keen? Well read on for the lowdown on where to get some barrels and have fun at Australia's best surfing spots. Gold Coast, QLD. Beautiful weather and great waves make this major holiday area an obligatory stop on any surfing safari. Expect big crowds in the water at certain times of the year. Highlight – surf one of the world's top breaks at Kirra Point. Noosa, QLD. Here your morning is greeted with long glassy conditions and surfers running to get amongst some
Surfing in Australia is for anyone and everyone. It's a great healthy summer activity and more importantly it's fun. and Mark 'Occy' Occilupo have helped make Australia one of the great surfing nations. A huge range of surf schools and surf shops can be found at major surf destinations around Australia. Novice surfers can take advantage of the local knowledge from surf instructors by signing up for lessons before going out. If you are experienced but unfamiliar with the
of the best surf anywhere in the world. Surfing at Noosa really starts at Sunshine Beach and continues right around the national parks coastline and onto the North shore. A distance of approximately 12 km. The breaks are: Sunshine Beach, Alexandria Bay, Granite Bay, Tea Tree, Boiling Pot, Noosa First Point, Noosa Beach, Noosa River Mouth and North Shore.
Surfers at Bennetts Beach at dawn, Hawks Nest, North Coast NSW Courtesy of James Pipino; Tourism NSW
Australia's Best Surfing Spots
For the record
Learning to surf, First Point Noosa National ParkCourtesy of Darren Jew; Tourism QLD
Bells Beach, VIC. Powerful, fast waves make this beach Australia's premier surfing destination. Byron Bay, NSW. Surfers come here West Coast, TAS. This region is for the regions' legendary big right-hand something of a surfing frontier; remote, reef breaks, the subtropical surrounds and wild and rugged. The swell is consistently the tranquil alternative vibe is a bonus. big, and there is rarely if ever a crowd. Highlight – share a wave with a dolphin at Highlight – surf huge swells at Marrawah. The Pass. Around Cactus, SA. Good right Crescent Head, NSW. Where the hand reef breaks are on offer here, and the Malibu champions surf, this hot spot was extreme isolation of the place – perched on the breeding ground of longboard surfing the edge of the desert – means the crowds in the 1950s. Today, Crescent Head are thin. Highlight – surf at Cactus Beach. attracts longboard riders from around Margaret River, WA. From the world. Nat Young first Perth to Augusta, this area visited Crescent Head in is renowned for its large 1961 with John Witzig and extremely powerful and Terry Purcell in waves. Some breaks Here's some surf terms to John's mum's VW. are hard to access, help you get by on the board: Surfers have been but there are 360, Aerial, Air, Barrel, Blown-out, floating off Little plenty of options. Bottom, Bumpy, Channel, Close out, Nobby's long Covered, Cut-back, Drop-knee, Floater, crescent-shaped Goofy-foot, Grommit, Gun, Hang Ten, headland ever Hollow, Mushy, Over-the-falls, Pit, Lip, since. Pitched, Ripping, Re-entry, Short Summercloud board, Shore break, Stoked, Bay, Wreck Bay, Swell, Surfs Up, Take off point, Top turn, Tube. Aussie Pipeline, Black Rock, NSW. It's known by more names than any other surfing break. This 'secret spot' was originally known only to the surfing cognoscenti and to the local Aboriginal community at Wreck Bay, about 170km south of Sydney, between Jervis Bay and Sussex Inlet. When the standard summer nor'easter is blowing into a southerly swell and everything else is mush, Wreck Bay is turning it on. Bells Beach, VIC. Powerful, fast waves make this beach Australia's premier Surfer washing his board at Bennetts surfing destination. Highlight – Watch Beach, Hawks Nest NSW Australia's top professional surfing event, Courtesy of James Pipino; Tourism NSW. the Rip Curl Pro, held here at Easter.
Know the lingo
Don't surf alone. Only more experienced surfers who know their local breaks and currents have the confidence and experience to surf alone. Remember, it's always bigger when you get 'out back'. Study the surf. Watch for a good 5-10 minutes before going in. See how big the 'sets' are so you know you don't get out of your safety zone. Study the beach. Look where the waves break, the direction of the sweep and what rip currents to avoid. Sharks. The risk of shark attack is very small. To decrease the risk even more, avoid the ocean at dusk and dawn when sharks are more likely to be in the inshore waters.
Surfers walking along Tallow Beach in Byron Bay, Northern Rivers NSW. Courtesy of Sharyn Cairns; Tourism NSW
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Sailing around the kingdom of Tonga
Whale of a time
in Vava'u The Kingdom of Tonga is one of the most scenic and natural of all the Pacific island nations. Stay in a hotel and you never see it, cruise in a boat and you could spend a lifetime exploring its brilliant colours, blue lagoons, fine white coral sand beaches and lush green coconut plantations.
t is with much anticipation that my family and I venture to Tonga in July to escape the routine of our busy lives and experience somewhere quite different from home. Our destination Neiafu, in the Vava'u group of 50 islands, is located at the northern end of Tonga. Experienced travellers liken the Vava'u group to "a cross between the Bahamas and the Virgin Islands" with its dramatic deep water dropoffs and brilliant shallow lagoons. It's here that we pick up our chartered catamaran to cruise Vava'u's sheltered waters for the next 8 days. Our arrival into Vava'u coincides with the annual royal visit of Tonga's Princess. Scenic Neiafu town is spick and span, ripe with streamers, balloons and a festive air of anticipation. Our friendly Tongan guide James, rather cynical of the royal supremacy, provides a wonderful local insight and introduction to Vava'u. James is just one of the many genuinely friendly Tongans who make our stay so special. We check into the modest Hilltop Hotel to be rewarded with panoramic views of the island, incredibly comfortable beds and a surprising wake-up call at 4.30am by the island's band and the church's choir practicing for the Princess. At the local Utukalongalu market we purchase provisions, and James drops us off at the marina for the briefing onboard our catamaran. Then, charts in hand, we cast off and head down Refuge Harbour. 6
Photo courtesy of Tourism Tonga
The hard part is deciding where to go first, but really it doesn't matter as long as we tick off the five items on our must do list – the Swallow and Mariners Caves, the lagoon within Hunga Island, a Tongan feast and a Sunday church service. The beauty of sailing in Vava'u is that there are so many unspoilt islands, all within a couple of miles of each other and most only accessible by boat. Our first night at Port Maurelle on Kapa
Island proves a picturesque and safe anchorage. Popular with other yachties, it's close to the Swallows Cave and there is excellent snorkelling just off the stern of our boat. We time our trip during Tonga's whale watch season. One afternoon is spent up close to a mother humpback whale and her newborn calf in the warm Tongan waters. Another day my husband and eldest daughter bravely dive into the
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spectacular Mariner's Cave at Nuapapa. Not for the faint hearted, it's a snorkelling experience they will never forget. Hunga Island with its enclosed lagoon is spectacular. The lagoon's hidden entrance is a very narrow pass between the rocks to be entered only on the high tide. It's tricky
but once safely inside we are rewarded with a protected azure blue lagoon paradise. We splurge out that evening with dinner ashore at the incredibly fine beachfront restaurant run by the Ika Lahi Game Fishing Lodge. Early next morning I am cordially invited
The beauty of sailing in Vava'u is that there are so many unspoilt islands and most only accessible by boat. Photo courtesy of Tourism Tonga
to visit Hunga village by a local man who arrives at our boat in his dugout canoe. Although I decline his offer he is back later to trade provisions. We receive a generous hand of bananas and he happily paddles off with a kilo of flour. 'Barnacle Bill' from Kapa Island hosts a traditional feast every Saturday night during the season. We arrive barefoot to feast on suckling pig and Tongan delicacies cooked in the umu. Later two charming, shy, local girls demonstrate their dancing. In the morning, just over the hill from our feast we are welcomed to join in the church service. In crisp white Sunday best attire, the congregation breaks into song. The stirring choral singing is joyful and the sound is incredible. Back in Australia, we reflect on where we've been and what we've done. Our sailing holiday gave us an intimate and treasured glimpse into the traditional day to day lives of Tongans, in the paradise they call home.
Photo courtesy of Tourism Tonga
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Great Walks
Feet fi rst walking
The great outdoors of New Zealand and Tasmania has walking tracks to glacial lakes, soaring rainforests, deserted beaches and thundering waterfalls.
id you know that Cradle Mountain in Tasmania is on the same latitude, 41 degrees south, as Queen Charlotte Sound in New Zealand? Both destinations offer walkers the perfect climate for exploration on foot – cool summers and crisp autumns. It's also this same latitude that produces some of the world's cleanest, freshest air, remarkable diversity of landscapes and glorious natural scenery. In New Zealand of course, it's called tramping not walking and there are hundreds of opportunities available. These range from walking tracks on public conservation and private land to heritage trails of up to a day's duration in urban areas. All New Zealand cities have great native bush walks nearby, making it easy to get off the beaten track for people of all fitness levels. Just bring a spirit of
adventure and a desire to leave cities and roads far behind. Some tracks are so spectacular they're called Great Walks. One of them, the Milford Track in Fiordland, is known as 'the finest walk in the world', even outside of New Zealand. The Abel Tasman Coastal Track has beautiful beaches and remarkable rock formations to explore or can be conquered by sea kayak. But what these tracks have in common is stunning scenery and the feeling you have escaped from the rest of the world. Queen Charlotte track, between Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds in the Marlborough region, offers 67km of stunning views, contrasting land and seascapes, and wide variety of native bush and wildlife. While walkers can start or finish at any point along the way, Ships Cove to Anikiwa is a popular choice.
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Not to be outdone by our lofty Kiwi neighbours, Tasmania now has their own Great Walks. Just in time for the start of the walking season.
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Walking the complete Queen Charlotte track takes three to five days. Accommodation on the track ranges from cheap backpackers to luxury B&Bs serving fine food and award-winning wines. Pack transfers between accommodation providers let travellers enjoy the views unencumbered. There's a story that goes like this. One Saturday morning a group of mothers known as the Lady Walkers of Arrowtown handed their toddlers to their husbands, filled their backpacks with food and cans of beer, and drove to the Greenstone Track. They hiked up the valley to Greenstone Hut and spent the evening cooking dinner, eating fruitcake, playing cards and talking. Next morning they hiked back stopping for a leisurely lunch featuring superb mountain scenery, lots of homemade treats and more homemade gossip. Tramping – it's how you escape in New Zealand. Not to be outdone by our lofty Kiwi neighbours, Tasmania now has their own Great Walks. Just in time for the start of the walking season (October - mid-April), some of Tasmania's best tourism operators have come together to create the Great Walks of Tasmania. These seven Great Walks offer world class scenery, great Tassie food and wine and experienced guides with extensive knowledge of the wilderness and a true passion for their vocation.
There's the world famous Cradle Mountains Hut – 3 to 6 day walks through the acclaimed Overland Track in the World Heritage listed Cradle Mountain, Lake St Clair National Park through ancient temperate rainforests, along the edges of spectacular glacial cirques and over alpine plateaus. Less well known, the Tarkine Rainforest Track takes walkers through rainforests linked to the ancient Gondwana continent, valleys of giant ferns, and button grass plains. The Walls of Jerusalem Experience goes to within the heart of the 'Walls' exploring soaring dolerite peaks, alpine lakes, ancient pencil pine forests and abundant wildflowers. For the very experienced, the most challenging of all is the South Coast Track – 9 days, 80 kms. On the east coast take your pick from 3 different Walks. There's the Freycinet Experience Walk, frequented last summer by our then 'soon to be disposed' Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. Highlights include a trek to the renowned Wineglass Bay, walks along fine white sandy beaches and through forests of towering white gums and accommodation at the award-winning Friendly Beaches Lodge. The Bay of Fires Walk, with accommodation at Forester Beach Camp and the spectacular Bay of Fires Lodge, was named by Lonely Planet as one of the world's top 10 spots to visit. My favourite however, is the absolutely
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irresistible Maria Island Walk. This 4 day/ 3 night easy trek takes you through eucalypt and blue gum forests, secluded beaches and bays, and woodlands. At night you stay at comfortable wilderness camps and the restored Bernacchi House. There are few places on the planet that offer the total tranquillity and unspoiled natural beauty of Maria Island. Your ramble starts with a short boat ride across azure sea from the Tasmania mainland and it's here that the adventure begins. Tasmania also has an incredible 60 or so Great Short Walks (day trips) into rainforests, along ancient sea cliffs, beside turquoise seas and over jagged mountain peaks. Taking you to such beautiful and diverse places as Organ Pipes Mt Wellington, Lady Barron Falls, Tahune Airwalk, Cape Raoul or Bivouac Bay – all near Hobart, these short walks range from a gentle stroll or a physical challenge; a seaside ramble, a long day's outing or a short wander. This summer and autumn grab some hiking boots, good thermals, a sense of adventure and escape. Be prepared to have the time of your life. Visit these websites for more information: www.newzealand.com/travel www.greatwalkstasmania.com www.discovertasmania.com
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Sydney + DESTINATION
Sydney Harbour. Image courtesy of Hamilton Lund; Tourism NSW.
in Sydney
Paddington markets Image courtesy of Pierre Toussaint; Tourism NSW.
Unique Places To Stay looks at why summer in Sydney is just so damn good.
onely Planet ranks Sydney as the third best city in the world according to their publication 'The Cities Book'. We are up there with the likes of Paris and New York, and rightly so. To arrive in Sydney by boat or by air shows off our spectacular harbour to its full advantage. It's a sight you'll never forget. This beautiful city really comes into its own through the summer months. Sydney's natural surrounds and gorgeous harbour form the perfect backdrop for harbourside activities. Soak up Sydney's scenery, seductive outdoor lifestyle and great natural beauty. Kayak under the Sydney Harbour Bridge or wave at the Opera
House as you ride a ferry across the harbour to Manly. Learn to surf at Bondi Beach or swim in the calm waters of Coogee. Lose yourself in the cobblestone cul-de-sacs of The Rocks or in the markets, boutiques, cafes and pubs of Paddington. As well as more than 70 sparkling beaches, Sydney offers fabulous food, festivals and fun. The Art Gallery of NSW adjacent to the Domain, the Museum of Contemporary Art at Circular Quay and the Powerhouse Museum at Darling Harbour hold world class exhibitions year round. For all things musical go to the Opera House for ballet, opera and concerts; and the historic State Theatre and the Lyric Theatre at Star City
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Casino for Broadway musicals. Live theatre thrives with award winning plays at the Sydney Theatre Company. The Botanic Gardens and Hyde Park add more natural beauty to Sydney. Wander around the Domain and then down past the Art Gallery to Mrs Macquarie's Chair. Arguably this is the best harbourside vantage point in Sydney. On summer evenings Mrs Macquarie's Chair hosts movies under the stars. Hire a comfy chair or bring pillows and a picnic rug and soak up the magnificent atmosphere. Arrive in style by water taxi to picturesque Rose Bay or Watsons Bay for alfresco dining. Catch the ferry from Circular Quay to Taronga Zoo and ride the cable car to the top. Here, the zoo residents have some of the best views in the world. Paris and New York – eat your heart out. UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY
NSW + Sydney City & Suburbs
Sydney City & Suburbs Artarmon (8 km N) Daylight International, 19 Whiting St. Linwood Lodge Motel, 312 Pacific Hwy.
Ashfield (9 km W) Ashfield Manor, 83 Liverpool Road.
Camden (60 km SW)
Darlinghurst (2 km E)
Kings Cross (2 km E)
Camden Valley Inn, Old Hume Highway. Grove (The), 176 Macquarie Grove Rd.
Altamont Hotel Sydney, 207 Darlinghurst Rd.
Alice's Tudor Hotel, 64 Darlinghurst Road.
Drummoyne (6 km W)
Kirribilli (2 km N)
Castle Hill (34 km NW)
Harbour Breeze Lodge, 5 Collingwood Street.
Glenferrie Lodge, 12a Carabella St.
Hills Lodge Grand Mercure (The), 1 Salisbury Rd. Quest Castle Hill, 8 Gladstone Rd.
Dural (34 km N)
Manly (16 km NE)
Dural House at Round Corner, 679 Old Northern Road. [H - 4][SC]
Manly Paradise Beachfront Motel and Apartments, 54 North Steyne (Cnr Raglan St).
Chippendale (2 km S)
Bondi Beach (7 km E)
Y Hotel City South, 179 Cleveland St.
Engadine (40 km S) Engadine Bed & Breakfast, 33 Jerrara Street. [A][BB]
Bondi Beach B&B, 110 Roscoe St.
Coogee (8 km E)
Swiss-Grand Resort & Spa Bondi Beach, Cnr Campbell Pde & Beach Rd.
Coogee Bay Hotel, Cnr Coogee Bay Road & Arden Street.
222 Glebe Guest House, 222 Glebe Point Road.
Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach, 242 Arden St.
Hawkesbury River (60 km N)
Cremorne (6 km N)
Forgotten Valley Country Retreat, Singleton Rd, Wisemans Ferry.
Park Regis Concierge Apartments.
Hunters Hill (8 km NW)
Brooklyn (60 km N) Boathouse on Hawkesbury, Little Wobby Beach. [GH - 6] Oxley Boatshed on the Hawkesbury, Bar Point. Pelican Pier On Hawkesbury, Bar Point.
Bundeena (41 km S) Beachhaven Exclusive Accommodation, 13 Bundeena Drive.
AEA The Coogee View, 56 Carr St.
Cronulla (26 km S) Cronulla Retreat B&B, 54 Glaisher Pde. Quest Cronulla Beach, 1 Kingsway. Rydges Cronulla , 20-26 The Kingsway.
Glebe (3 km W)
Banksia Rose Cottage, 12 Alfred St, Woolwich. Magnolia House Bed & Breakfast, 20 John Street.
Manly Shore Holiday Apartments, 93 North Steyne. Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific, 55 North Steyne. Q Station, North Head Scenic Drive. Quinton House B&B, 29 Quinton Rd. [H - 1][BB] Sebel Manly Beach (The), 8-13 South Steyne.
North Sydney (3 km N) Harbourside Apartments, 2A Henry Lawson Ave, McMahons Point. McLaren Hotel (The), 25 McLaren St. [GH - 28][BB]
Kenthurst (25 km N)
North Shore Hotel, 310 Miller St. [GH - 29][BB]
Views at Kenthurst, 182 Pitt Town Road.
Rydges North Sydney, 54 McLaren Street.
Weekends for two
Weekends for two
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Sydney City & Suburbs + NSW Palm Beach (34 km NE)
Bayview Boulevard Sydney, 90 William St.
Palm Beach Bed & Breakfast, 122 Pacific Rd.
Bed & Breakfast Sydney Central, 139 Commonwealth Street.
Parramatta (24 km W)
Bed & Breakfast Sydney Harbour, 142 Cumberland Street, The Rocks.
Mantra Parramatta, Cnr Parkes St & Valentine Ave. Mercure Hotel Parramatta, 106 Hassall St. Parkside Apartments, 49-51 Grose Street. Parramatta View Serviced Apartments, 10 Bridge St.
Penrith (53 km W) Nepean Shores Riverside Resort & Conference Centre, 6-22 Tench Ave.
Potts Point (2 km E) Diamant Hotel Sydney, 14 Kings Cross Road. Quest Potts Point Serviced Apartments, 15 Springfield Avenue.
Surry Hills (2 km S) Sebel Surry Hills Sydney, 28 Albion St.
Sydney Albert & Victoria Court Sydney, 122 Victoria Street,Potts Point. [PH - 25][BB]
Breakfree on George, 653 George St. Capitol Square Hotel, Sydney, Cnr Campbell & George Sts. Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, 169-171 Castlereagh St. Citigate Central, 169-179 Thomas St. Harbour Rocks Hotel, 34 Harrington St, The Rocks. Hilton Sydney, 488 George Street. Ibis Darling Harbour (Hotel), 70 Murray St, Darling Harbour. Ibis World Square (Hotel), 382-384 Pitt St. Imperial Budget Boutique Hotel, 11 Pyrmont Bridge Rd, Pyrmont. InterContinental Sydney, 117 Macquarie Street. Mantra on Kent, 433 Kent Street. Menzies Sydney (The), 14 Carrington Street. Mercure Sydney, 818-820 George St. Novotel Rockford Darling Harbour, 17 Little Pier St.
Novotel Sydney On Darling Harbour, 100 Murray Street. Oaks Harmony, 107 Quay Street,Haymarket. Oaks Hyde Park Plaza, 38 College St,Darlinghurst. Paddington Bed & Breakfast, 7 Stewart Place, Paddington. Park Hyatt Sydney, 7 Hickson Rd, The Rocks. Parkroyal Darling Harbour, 150 Day Street. Pyrmont Place Bed & Breakfast, 109 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont.
Sydney Harbour Marriott at Circular Quay, 30 Pitt Street. Sydney Harbour YHA, 110 Cumberland Street. Wyndham Vacation Resorts Sydney, Cnr Wentworth Avenue/ Goulburn Street.
Terrey Hills (25 km N)
Radisson Plaza Hotel Sydney, 27 O'Connell St. Regis on Castlereagh, 317 Castlereagh Street. Rendezvous Stafford Hotel Sydney, 75 Harrington St. Rydges World Square Sydney, 389 Pitt St. Sebel Pier One Sydney (The), 11 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay. Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney, 176 Cumberland St, The Rocks. Sheraton On The Park, 161 Elizabeth St. Sir Stamford at Circular Quay, 93 Macquarie Street. Sofitel Wentworth Sydney, 61-101 Phillip St. Swissotel Sydney on Market Street, 68 Market St.
Y Hotel Hyde Park, 5-11 Wentworth Ave. Ph 02 9264 2451. See our display advertisement. YHA Travel, 422 Kent Street. York by Swiss-Belhotel, 5 York St.
Checkers Resort and Conference Centre, 331 Mona Vale Rd.
Whale Beach (32 km N) Jonah's, 69 Bynya Rd. [GH - 8][AMA]
Whale Beach Bed & Breakfast, 36 Careel Head Road.
Wilberforce (62 km NW) A Spot on the River, 16 Manns Rd.
Windsor (56 km NW) Sebel Resort & Spa Hawkesbury Valley (The), 61 Richmond Road.
Woollahra (5 km E) Hughenden Boutique Hotel, 14 Queen St. [GH - 33][AMA]
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DESTINATION + Blue Mountains
Leura Golf Course. Image courtesy of Hamilton Lund; Tourism NSW.
There's something
about Leura
Image courtesy of Hamilton Lund; Tourism NSW.
This gem in the Blue Mountains is a great place for a summer getaway.
on't you think the word 'quaint' is horribly over used. It always seems to be the perfect adjective to go with the noun 'village'. I'm sure Leura in the Blue Mountains used to be a quaint little village long ago. Today however it's a thriving town bursting with life, history, arts and culture, great coffee, fine food and cool mountain air all in spectacular surroundings.
On the weekends and school holidays the main street of Leura main can get busy. Best to park the car down the road a bit and walk on up. Then you can meander and browse to your hearts delight through all the lovely shops. Work your way to the top, cross over and wind your way back down the other side of the street. Here there are no fast food outlets and copy-cat chain stores, but individual shops that provide a vast array of goods for sale from antiques, books, jewellery, clothing and gourmet delights. I must admit my two favourites are the well-stocked stationery store and the luscious lolly shop. Drop in to the Waygoose Café for a hot chocolate, coffee, cake or whatever takes your fancy. It's all good. Sometimes on Saturdays there's a small flea market in the side street off the main drag. Last time I was there I met a man selling vintage 12 inch records and posters who claimed to have once played bass guitar for Pink Floyd. There's a really interesting Toy and Railway Museum that you have to go to. Set in gracious gardens this historic Leuralla mansion houses a remarkable
Image courtesy of Hamilton Lund; Tourism NSW.
collection of vintage toys, dolls, teddy bears and model railways. Kids love it and adults love it even more as they get to reminisce about their childhood. Opposite the Toy and Railway Museum is a natural amphitheatre with spectacular views. Also recommended is the Everglades Gardens. Owned by the National Trust, it features hectares of green and floral beauty. You can stay at some beautiful historic homes, gracious guest houses and B&Bs, and boutique accommodation. There's some great places to choose from in Leura and other Blue Mountain towns on the following pages.
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Blue Mountains Area + Mudgee Valley Area + NSW
Blue Mountains Area Bilpin (93 km NW) Bilpin Springs Lodge, 46 Bilpin Springs Rd. Ghost Hill Cabins, 73 Ghost Hill Rd.
Blackheath (116 km W) Allview Escape, 415-419 Hat Hill Road. Bower Cottage, 176 Evans Lookout Rd. Clairvaux Cottages, 14 Burton Rd. [CO - 3][SC] Federation Gardens Lodge, 185 Evans Lookout Rd. [CO - 4][SC] Harrow Cottages, 21 Brentwood Ave. [CO - 2][BB] Jemby-Rinjah Eco Lodge, 336 Evans Lookout Road. Kubba Roonga Guesthouse & Spa Cottages, 9 Brentwood Ave. [GH - 7][DBB]
Lavender Cottage, 201 Govets Leap Rd. Possums Hideaway, 185 Evans Lookout Rd. [GH - 4][SC] Secrets Hideaway, 173 Evans Lookout Rd. [SC] Some days...Some nights, 21 Days Crescent. St Mounts Boutique Hotel, 194 Great Western Hwy. [GH - 17][DBB]
Tails of Blackheath, 209 Great Western Highway. [GH - 7] Woolshed Cabins, Kanimbla Valley, via.
Clarence (134 km NW) Dargan Springs Mountain Lodge & Blue Mtns Wellness Retreat, 9 Donald Road. [L - 8][AMA]
Faulconbridge (77 km W) Mountain Jewel, 51 Summer Rd.
Grose Vale (72 km NW) Hidden Valley Retreat. [CO - 7][SC]
Hartley Vale (140 km W) Blue Hills Farm Retreat, 261 hartley Vale Road.
Jenolan Caves (140 km W) Duckmaloi Farm, 54 Karawina Dr Oberon.
Jenolan Cabins
42 Edith Rd Ph: 02 6335 6239 Fax: 02 6335 6239 6 Fully self-contained cottages. 2 bdrms, 1 Qn, 2 sets bunks, bthrm, lounge, kitchen, dining & log fire. Commanding views of Blue Mountains. [CA - 2][SC]
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Katoomba (111 km W) Amore' On Cliff, 325 Cliff Drive. [CO - 2][SC] Blue Mountains Boutique Accommodation, 91 Waratah Street. Blue Mountains Tourism Ltd, The Tourism Cottage. Carrington (The), 15-47 Katoomba St. Cecil Guesthouse (The), 108 Katoomba St. [GH - 23][BB] Clarendon Guesthouse (The), 68 Lurline St. [GH] Cloudlands, 4-6 Banksia Park Road. Crystal Lodge Health Retreat, 19 Abbotsford Road. [AMA] Devon Cottage Echo Point, 26 Echo Point Rd. [H - 4][SC] Echo Point Motor Inn-opp.Three Sisters, 18 Echo Point Road. Echoes Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, 3 Lilianfels Ave. [GH - 12][DBB]
Edgelinks B&B, lb. Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains, Great Western Highway,Medlow Bath. Jamison House, 48 Merriwa St. [GH - 4][BB] Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa, Lilianfels Ave, Echo Point. Lurline House, 122 Lurline St. Metropole, Cnr Gangang & Lurline Streets. Mountain Top Holiday Home, 42 Merriwa Street. Palais Royale, 230 Katoomba St.
Shelton-Lea B&B
159 Lurline St Ph: 02 4782 9883 Our suites are very private. Conveniently located within minutes walk to scenic attractions, bush walks and restaurants. AAA 4½ star. [BB]
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Sirens Bed & Breakfast, 3 Duff St. [H][BB] Teddy's Boutique Accommodaion, 24 Waratah Avenue.
Rustic Spirit (The)
23 Glenara Rd Ph: 02 4567 7170 Fax: 02 4567 7170 [CO - 6][SC]
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Lake Lyell (150 km W) Eagle View Escape, 271 Sandalls Drive, Rydal via. [A - 12][SC]
Leura (108 km W) Argyll Guest House, 11a Craigend St. [GH - 3][BB] Bygone Beautys Cottages, 20-22 Grose St. [CO - 12][SC]
Gabbinbar Chalets
43 Olympian Parade Ph: 02 4784 1522 Gabbinbar provides selfcontained accommodation in the Blue Mountains region of Sydney for couples, families, groups and small conferences. E-mail: email@example.com Web: www.gabbinbar.com
Leura House
7 Britain St Ph: 02 4784 2035 Fax: 02 4784 3329 Historic 1880's home with large rooms, private ensuites, relaxing lounge and gardens.'Our house is your house'. Leura House, easy to find, hard to forget. [GH - 14][BB] E-mail: email@example.com Web: www.leurahouse.com.au
Leura Rose Cottage, 17 Woodford Street. Peartree Cottage, 9 Holmes Street. Strawberry Patch Cottage, 10 Wascoe St.
Megalong Valley (130 km W) Euroka Homestead, Megalong Road. [FS - 5][SC] Megalong Valley Heritage Farm, Megalong Valley Rd. [AMA]
Rydal (150 km W)
The Yellow Cottage, 314A Katoomba St.
6 Cliff Drive Ph: 02 4782 9999 Fax: 02 4782 9999 [GH - 3][BB]
(80 km NW) Madison's Mountain Retreat, 1880 Bells Line of Rd.
Mudgee Valley Area Gulgong (296 km NW) Goldfields Motor Inn
212 Mayne St Ph: 02 6374 1111 Fax: 02 6374 1086 The Goldfields Motor Inn is situated on three acres of landscaped grounds and only 200 metres away from an excellent nine hole golf course and close to all the facilities of the historic Gulgong township. Enjoy superb rural views and no traffic noise. The Goldfields Motor Inn features a swimming pool and barbeque facilities. E-mail: gulgonggoldfield@bigpond. com.au
Mudgee (260 km NW) Ardrossan B&B Mudgee Accommodation, 286 Gulgong Rd. At Seventy Seven Bed & Breakfast, 79 Mulgoa Way. Beverley House, 4 Lawson St. Birch Cottage Mudgee, 100 Market Street.
Forgandenny House B&B 15-19 Short St Ph: 02 6372 2437 Mobile 0438 151 719. A magnificent Federation Home, specialising in fine bed & breakfast accommodation, located 250mtrs from town centre. Relax & enjoy. [BB]
Suzie's Hideaway At The Garden Cottage
Windradyne Boutique B&B
Kurrajong Heights
Bodhi Cottages, 38 Tarella Rd. [CO][SC] Bunjaree Cottages, 62-64 Railway Parade. Falls Mountain Retreat, The Avenue (Off Falls Rd). Gatekeepers Cottage, c/- Blue Mountains Retreats. [CO - 2][SC] Grand View Hotel, 174 Great Western Highway. [CP - 19] Hideaway Retreat (The), 50 Railway Pde. Yester Grange Estate, Yester Rd.
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Waratah Cottage, 30 Waratah Avenue.
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Wentworth Falls (99 km W)
Seclusions Blue Mountains 209 Martins Rd Ph: 02 6355 6300 Fax: 02 6355 6371 'Exclusively Couples'.
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32 Winbourne St Ph: 02 6372 6464 Fax: 02 6372 2627 In a quiet tree-lined street - no through traffic. A choice of self contained garden cottage or sunny queen bedroom - ensuite & private lounge - very private. Home cooked country style breakfast. [CO][BB]
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NSW + Central West Area + Far West Area A FRIENDLY WELCOME AWAITS YOU AT THE WENTWORTH GRANDE RESORT With 51 Rooms covering a range of Styles & Budgets, the Wentworth Grande Resort can comfortably accommodate all guests. Our Presidential Suites are the ultimate in luxury, featuring a lounge, separate bedroom, spa and a large balcony overlooking the Darling River. Our King Spa rooms which contain a King Bed and corner spa in the main room also have a balcony overlooking the Darling River. Whatever your purpose for travel you are sure to enjoy the hospitality and the many features and facilities of the Wentworth Grande Resort, the "Jewel of the Outback"
61-79 Darling Street, Wentworth NSW 2648 Ph: 03 5027 2225 firstname.lastname@example.com www.wentworthgrandresort.com.au
Old Parkes Convent (The)
Image courtesy of Hamilton Lund; Tourism NSW.
Of all the old goldmining towns in New South Wales, Sofala is one of the most interesting and unusual. A village with an authentic old world charm, Sofala can legitimately claim to be 'Australia's oldest surviving gold town' as it developed on the back of Australia's first goldrush. Excellent homestead accommodation is available at Sofala.
Central West Area
Dubbo (416 km W) Country Apartments, 230 Brisbane St.
Bathurst (207 km W)
Western Plains Zoofari Lodge, Obley Road. de Russie Boutique Hotel Dubbo, 95 Cobra Street.
448 Conrod Straight, Mt Panorama Ph: 02 6331 2469 Fax: 02 6331 8082 The Lochinvar Collection offers superb 5 star private cottages for those demanding privacy and style. Nestled amidst a beautiful private garden setting the cottages are beautifully appointed with stunning views across Bathurst. Only 5 minutes drive to CBD. [CO][SC]
Orange (266 km W) Greentrees Guest House, 33 Pinnacle Road. [GH][AMA] Melview Greens Country Apartments, Ploughman's Lane.
Parkes (360 km W) Kadina Bed & Breakfast, 22 Mengarvie Rd.
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Moonraker Motor Inn Parkes, 444 Clarinda St.
33 Currajong Street Ph: 02 6862 5385 Experience spacious living in one of our two exclusive apartments. You'll enjoy your own private lounge room, bathroom, kitchen area, high ceilings & air conditioned comfort. [A - 2][BB] E-mail: email@example.com Web: www.parkesconvent.com.au
Sofala (249 km NW) Chesleigh Homestead, Hill End Rd. Ph 02 6337 7077. See our display advertisement. [GH - 10][AMA]
Image courtesy of Rob Blackburn; Tourism NSW.
Far West Area Broken Hill (1169 km W) Miners Rest Cottage, 104 Piper St. [CO - 2][SC]
Moama (822 km SW) Comfort Resort Echuca Moama, 54-56 Meninya St (Cobb Hway). Rich River Golf Club Resort, 24 Lane. Winbi River Resort, Perricoota Rd.
Wentworth (1049 km W) Wentworth Grande Resort, 61-79 Darling Street Ph 03 5027 2225. See our display advertisement.
the far west
The Far West is the state's western half - a place where the welcome is as wide as the country itself. The townships including Bourke, Lightning Ridge, Broken Hill, Wentworth and Hay, give a rich sense of the character of Australia's arid interior. Travellers will find a range of excellent accommodation in the Far West, ranging from farmstays to bed and breakfast accommodation.
Sofala (near Bathurst), NSW 2795. Telephone: (02) 6337 7077. Web: www.sofala.net.au Chesleigh is the heart of Sofala's colourful goldfields. A comfortable stopover amid the wild, rustic shanty towns of Sofala & Hill End. Lovely accommodation and genuine, delicious home cooking using fresh local produce. Dinner, B&B, weekends and extended stays.
Rates: From $95/person for dinner, B&B. Distance: 3 km from Sofala, 45 km from Bathurst. Rooms: 10 (6 with ensuite). Reservations: Required.
Credit Cards: Accepted. Children: Welcome. Features: Gold panning, horse riding, trout fishing, great food & terrific bush entertainment. A wealth of facilities.
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Lord Howe Island
Australia's own Neverland
The timeless tale of a magical land created by the imagination of children has come to life- and it's only 700 km away from Sydney.
xcitement builds as the 32-seater Qantas Link plane lowers its wheels and gradually descends for landing. Then, out of my window, the clouds part and a beautiful paradise comes into view. A real-life Neverland soaked in sunlight and encompassed by an endless blue lies beneath me. I step off the plane and greet one of the world's best kept secrets. Lord Howe Island is nestled at the southernmost part of the Great Barrier Reef. In 1982 Lord Howe scored a World Heritage listing for its extraordinary volcanic geology, outstanding variety of plant, bird and marine life, and its stunning natural beauty. Lord Howe offers an enormous diversity of things to do, including swimming in the Lagoon, snorkelling and scuba diving
amongst the teeming marine life, cycling to a sunny picnic spot, playing golf, hiking up the 875m Mt Gower, and surfing, sailing, kayaking and fishing on the vast sparkling waters. James M. Barrie's timeless tale, Peter Pan, described a beautiful island far away from civilization. As soon as you entered Neverland, time was said to have froze, and this is exactly what it feels like on Lord Howe Island. The private, safe and laid-back atmosphere temporarily detaches you from the stresses of daily life. With only 320 residents and a maximum of 400 visitors at any one time, this peaceful environment remains untouched. With no mobile phone reception, dirty pollution, or high rise buildings, Lord Howe provides
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a luxurious escape from the hustle and bustle of a city lifestyle. No magical pixie dust is needed to reach this spectacular paradise, as Lord Howe is less than two hours flight from Sydney and Brisbane but still a world away. By Carla Jamieson
NSW + Lord Howe Island + Norfolk Island
Ideally situated off Middle Beach Road opposite the main grocery store, 100m from Visitor Information Centre, Cafe and Museum. Leanda Lei is 200m to Lagoon Beach and within easy walking distance to Bowling Club and several restaurants.
Offering studio, one and two bedroom fully self-catering units, with cooking facilities, TV, DVD Player, radio, hairdryers and full laundry facilities. Cars and pushbikes available for hire on premises. Guests at Leanda Lei have priority on boating activities with 'Marine Adventures'.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Lord Howe Island
Howeana Apartments, Lagoon Road.
Pandanus Apartments, Anderson Road.
Leanda Lei Apartments, Middle Beach Rd. Ph 02 6563 2195. See our display advertisement.
Pinetrees Resort Hotel, Lagoon Road. Ph 02 9262 6585. See our display advertisement.
Lord Howe Island (850 km NE) Arajilla Retreat, Old Settlement Beach. Beachcomber Lodge, Lord Howe Island. Blue Lagoon, Lord Howe Island. Broken Banyan Apartments The, Lord Howe Island. Capella Lodge, Lord Howe Island. Ebbtide, Muttonbird Drive. Hideaway Apartments, Middle Beach Road. [A - 3]
Middle Beach Road, Lord Howe Island NSW 2898 Phone: (02) 6563 2195 Fax: (02) 6563 2095 Email: email@example.com Web: www.leandalei.com.au
Lorhiti Apartments, 78 Anderson Road. Mary Challis Cottages, PO Box 69. Milky Way Holiday Apartments, Old Settlement Beach. Ph 02 6563 2012. See our display advertisement.
Somerset Apartments, Neds Beach Road.
Norfolk Island Norfolk Island (1400 km E) Anson Bay Lodge, Bullock Hut Rd. Bounty Lodge Apartments, Ferny Lane.
Cascade Garden Apartments, New Cascade Rd. Cobbys of Crystal Pool, Rocky point Road. Cumberland Resort And Spa, Taylors Road. Fantasy Island Resort, Taylors Road. Forrester Court, PO Box 496. Governor's Lodge Resort, PO Box 898. Selwyn Cottage, PO Box 359. Shearwater Scenic Villas, Point Ross. Shiralee Executive Cottages, Taylors Road.
A guest house for over 100 years,
Lord Howe Island where the
Pinetrees is now the main resort hotel on
golf, the fishing, the diving,
Lord Howe.
the coral reef, the lagoon, the
Still run by the same island family –
beaches and the mountain walks
catering for just 85 visitors. Famous for
are all magnificent.
excellent food, good accommodation and natural hospitality. Great value all inclusive packages offer accommodation with all meals, return air fare from Sydney or Brisbane and island transfers. PINETREES LORD HOWE ISLAND TRAVEL PTY LTD ACN 003 663 607 Lic No. 2TA 002973 VISIT OUR WEBSITE OR RING, FAX OR EMAIL FOR EFFICIENT PERSONAL SERVICE
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Lord Howe Island + Central Coast Area + Lake Macquarie Area + NSW Patonga Dickerbusch, 21 Patonga Street.
Terrigal (100 km N) Beach Hut Terrigal, 6 Ash St. Casa Bay Vista, 24 Charles Kay Drive. Clan Lakeside Lodge (The), 1 Oceanview Drive. Country Comfort Terrigal, 154 Terrigal Drive. Crowne Plaza Terrigal, Pine Tree Lane. Star of the Sea Terrigal, 8 The Esplanade. Terrigal Lagoon Bed & Breakfast, 58a Willoughby Road. Terrigal Sails Serviced Apartments, 6 Maroomba Rd. Tiarri Terrigal Beach, 16 Tiarri Cres. Villa by the Sea, 27 Tabletop Road.
The Entrance (106 km N) Lavender House by the Sea, 66 Dening St. [H][SC] Oaks Waterfront Resort, 89 The Entrance Rd. Waldorf Apartment Hotel, 18 Coral Street.
Central Coast Area Avoca Beach (100 km N) Acreage (The) B&B, 110 Picketts Valley Rd,Picketts Valley. Avoca Palms Resort, 194 Avoca Drive. Decks at Avoca, 177 Avoca Drive. Lighthouse Apartments at Avoca Beach (The), 3/15 Cliff Ave. Rileys Bed & Breakfast, 370 Avoca Drive. Two Peaks Guesthouse, 14 Hillside Road. Treetops Resort Avoca Beach, 360 Avoca Drive.
Gosford (86 km N)
Toowoon Bay (106 km N)
Bermuda Motor Inn, 303 Henry Parry Dr, Wyoming. Best Western Gosford Motor Inn, 23 Central Coast Highway.
Kims Beach Hideaway, Charlton St.
Toukley (122 km N)
Catherine Hill Bay (100 km N) Catherine Hill Bay Beach House, 6A Clarke Street.
Caves Beach (144 km N) Blue Horizons, 138 Caves Beach Rd.
Coal Point (160 km N) Gables By The Lake, 162 Coal Point Rd. Green Cottage (The), 158 Skye Point Road. Lakeside House (The), 296 Skye Point Road.
Dora Creek (140 km N) Between Waters Bed & Breakfast, 246 Dora St. [H][BB] Lazydays Waterfront Cottage, 34 Baker St.
Gwandalan (136 km N) Holiday House on Lake Macquarie (The), 66 Gamban Rd. [H - 4][SC]
Kilaben Bay (158 km N) Loft (The), 72 Kilaben Bay Rd.
Mandalong (130 km N) Kemeys At Mandalong, Sauls Rd.
Marks Point (100 km N) Iona Cottage, 135 Marks Point Road. Lakeside Marks Point (The), 95 Marks Point Rd. Selby Cottage, 151 Marks Point Rd. [CO - 1][SC]
All Comfort Bed & Breakfast, 34 Highland Crescent.
Beachcomber Hotel (The), 200 Main Rd. Toukley Motel, 185-187 Main Road.
Umina (110 km N)
Central Coast Tourism, 52 The Avenue.
Beach Lodge, 224 The Esplanade, Ocean Bch. [H][SC]
Killcare (98 km N)
Wamberal (105 km N)
Morisset Park (134 km N)
33 Degrees Beach House, 4 Manly View Road.
Apollo Resort, Wamberal, 871 The Central Coast Highway.
Lake Escape Lodge, 15 Macquarie Rd.
Bateau Bay (96 km N)
Bells at Killcare, 107 The Scenic Road.
Yarramalong (113 km N)
Murrays Beach
Bateau Bay Beachfront Luxury Spa Accom for Couples, 22 Reserve Dr. [SC]
Kincumber (98 km N)
Cedarbrush Downs, 318 Brush Creek Road. Yarramalong Manor Motel, Linga Longa Rd. [GH - 6][AMA]
Bluebell Retreat, 10 Saltwater Row.
Colo (91 km NW)
Hamlyn Terrace
Kincumber Hotel Motel, Cnr Carrak Rd & Willessee Cres.
Ossian Hall, Putty Road.
Kincumber South (94 km N)
Daleys Point (92 km N)
Cockle Bay House, 1 Calool Street. [CH - 4][BB]
Windows on the Water, 25 Empire Bay Drive.
Kulnura (86 km N)
Ettalong Beach (89 km N) Ettalong Beach Holiday Village, Fassifern Street. Luro On The Beach, 119 The Esplanade.
Forest Park Country Retreat, 252 Forest Road. Noonaweena, RMB 2405 George Downes Drive.
Lake Macquarie Area Cams Wharf (135 km N) Mercure Lake Macquarie Raffertys Resort, 1 Wild Duck Dr via Raffertys Rd. [AMA]
Carey Bay (160 km N)
Lower Mangrove (102 km N)
Bell Chapel B&B, 34 Excelsior Pde.
Forresters Beach (100 km N)
Norah Head (115 km N)
Captain's Cottage Lake Macquarie (The), 1 Laycock St.
Forresters Beach Bed & Breakfast, 9 Yumbool Close.
Norah Head Lighthouse, Bush St.
Julia's Waterfront Retreat, 1 Ambrose Street.
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Martinsville (140 km N) Watagan Lodge, 79 Kings Road.
Nords Wharf (110 km N) Cottage Holidays, 131 Marine Pde.
Swansea (145 km N) Lake Macquarie Tourism, 228-234 Pacific Highway. Lakeshores Self Catering Accommodation, 2/147 Bowman Street. Swansea Motel, 250 Old Pacific Hwy.
Toronto (158 km N) Brighton (The), 157 Brighton Avenue. Tranquil Shores Waterfront Cottage, 6 Moore Street.
DESTINATION + Hunter Valley
Something to quaff about
Image courtesy of James Pipino; Tourism NSW.
Image courtesy of Anson Smart; Tourism NSW.
Weave your way through the Hunter's tapestry of vineyards, valleys and villages.
ears ago I travelled with my boyfriend to the Hunter Valley for a much anticipated long weekend. We were young and in love and it was a marvellous adventure. Staying the nights in an historic country pub in Cessnock, by day we wound our way through the wine trails stopping for impromptu roadside picnics and at wineries for their cellar door tastings. The thing that sticks in my mind was how young and naïve we were about the ways of wine but how friendly and accommodating the wineries welcomed us. We came home worldly and triumphant with a few bottles of wine and several highly coveted bottles of Draytons Port. This experience was certainly something we'd never done before. The Hunter Valley is the oldest and most 24
renowned wine producing region in Australia. Vines were first planted here in the 1820s; by the 1860s there were 20 sq km under cultivation. A Hunter sparkling wine made its way to Paris in 1855 and was favourably compared to the French product. Easily accessible from Sydney the Hunter Valley has become a thriving tourist district. However, it still manages to retain much of its old-world charm and character. There are plenty of sleepy little villages and hidden vineyards off the beaten track that are just waiting to be explored. With more than 120 wineries, the Hunter Valley produces some terrific wines, loved at home and abroad, including the crisp Hunter Semillon and the ripe Hunter Shiraz. Today, the Hunter Valley has an important ace up its sleeve: these wineries are still
refreshingly attitude-free and welcoming of viticulturists and novices alike. Isn't it time you tasted their delights? The Hunter Valley is only two hours' drive north of Sydney. Fly from Sydney with QantasLink, from Melbourne, Gold Coast and Brisbane with Jetstar or Virgin Blue. Newcastle Airport is one hours' drive to the Hunter Valley. There's also a great range of unique accommodation in the Hunter region. See the following pages for some great choices.
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Hunter Valley Area + NSW
Hunter Valley Area Aberdeen (302 km NW) Craigmhor Mountain Retreat, 2120 Upper Rouchel Rd. [CH - 4][BB]
Bolwarra (203 km N) Maddies of Bolwarra, 35 Paterson Road. [GH - 3][AMA]
Broke (170 km N) Ferguson's Hunter Valley Getaway, Hill St. Monkey Place Country House, 69-71 Wollombi Street. [CH - 4] Starline Alpacas Farmstay Resort, 1100 Milbrodale Rd.
Cardiff (171 km N) Travellers Home B&B, 51 Maud Street. [GH - 2][BB]
Cedar Creek (139 km N) Cedar Creek Vineyard Cottages, Wollombi Rd. [CO - 5][SC]
Cessnock (153 km N) Briar Ridge Cottage, Mt View Road. [CO - 3][SC] Greta Main Pay Office Guest House, 988 Wollombi Rd. [GH - 5][DBB]
Rosedale Bed & Breakfast, 377 Lovedale Rd. [CH - 3][BB]
East Maitland (200 km N) Old George & Dragon Guest House (The), 50 Melbourne St. [GH - 5][DBB]
Greta (225 km N) The Table, 3 Water Street.
Heatherbrae (168 km N) Sir Francis Drake, 2259 Pacific Highway.
Laguna (121 km N) Judsons at Laguna, 3868 Great North Road.
Lochinvar (213 km N) Pindari House, 78 Winders Lane.
Lovedale (200 km N) Adina Vineyard, 492 Lovedale Road. Blackwattle, 169 Talga Road. Bluebush Estate, 196 Wilderness Road. Claremont House @ Warraroong Estate, 247 Wilderness Rd. [CH - 5][SC]
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Resort, 430 Wine Country Drive. Ironstone Estate, 160 Londons Rd. Lillians on Lovedale, Lovedale Rd.
Lovedale Cottages, Brickmans Lane. Lovedale Lodge, Hunter Valley, Lot 33 Londons Rd. Parrot Stump Farm, 300 Talga Rd. Sovereign Hill Country Lodge, Talga Rd. Tatler Vineyard, 477 Lovedale Rd. Tonic Hotel, 251 Talga Road. Vineyard Hill, Lovedale Rd. Wilderness Grove, 77 Wilderness Rd. Woodlane Cottages, McCarthy Rd via Lomas Lane.
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Maitland (201 km N) Monte Pio Hunter Valley, New England Hwy Rutherford. Peacock Grove Bed and Breakfast, 84 Valley St.
Millfield (150 km N) Bellbird & Swallows, Lewis Lane,Mt View. [CO - 9][SC]
Morpeth (165 km N) Bronte Guesthouse Boutique Accommodation, 147 Swan St. [GH - 3][SC]
Morpeth Convent Guest House, 24 James St. [GH - 4][BB]
Mount View (153 km N) Bimbadeen Estate, Cnr Bimbadeen & Mount View Rds. Cedars Mount View, 60 Mitchells Rd. [CO - 2][SC] Clydes at Mount View, 27 King Road. Cottages on Mount View, 1329 Mount View Road. Hunter Valley Country Cabins, 1329 Mount View Rd. [CO - 8] Sincero, 147 Mount Bright Road.
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Muswellbrook (262 km NW) Baybrook Motor Inn & Apartments, 147-151 New England Hwy.
Newcastle (174 km N) Balgownie Cottage, 59 Tooke Street,Cooks Hill. Chifley Apartments Newcastle, Lee Wharf. Cooks Hill Cottage, 102 Dawson Street,Cooks Hill. Crowne Plaza Hotel Newcastle, Cnr Merewether St & Wharf Rd. Executive Inn (The), 10 Rugby Rd, New Lambton. Grand Mercure Newcastle Apartments, 741 Hunter Street. Hamilton Heritage B&B, 178 Denison St. [H - 2][BB] Quality Hotel Noah's on the Beach, Cnr Shortland Esp & Zaara St. Sebel Newcastle Beach, 5 King Street.
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NSW + Hunter Valley Area Paterson (195 km N) Belleray Homestead, Duns Creek.
Pokolbin (165 km N) Araluen Mistletoe Cottages, 108 Mistletoe Lane. Billabong Moon, 393 Hermitage Road. Blackthorn Hill Retreat, 148 Old North Road. Broken View Estate, 547 Old North Rd. Buffs At Pokolbin, Lot 99 Coulson Road. Camway Estate-Suites, Villas, Cottages, Campbells Lane. [CO - 16][SC]
Casuarina Estate, 1014 Hermitage Road. Chez Vous Villas, 148 De Beyers Road. Cypress Lakes Resort, Cnr McDonalds & Thompsons Rds.
Hermitage Lodge, 609 McDonalds Rd. Hunter Habit (The), Rothvale Winery. Krinklewood Cottage, 333 Palmers Lane. [CO - 4][SC] Kurrajong Vineyard Cottages, 614 Hermitage Rd. [CO - 4][SC] Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill, Cnr Broke & McDonalds Rds. Mercure Resort Hunter Valley Gardens, Broke Rd. Mulberry Cottage @ Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard, DeBeyers Road. Nirvana Vista Estate, Lot 3 Sweetwater Road. [H - 4] North Lodge Cottages, 198 Old North Rd. Olive Grove, 576 Hermitage Road. Peppers Convent Hunter Valley, Halls Rd. [GH - 17][BB] Peppers Creek Yacht Club, Cnr Broke & Ekerts Roads. [CO - 6][SC]
DenMar Estate
479 Hermitage Road Ph: 02 6574 7291 DenMar Estate - the complete package. Welcome to quality - accommodation, wine and views. There are few properties in the Hunter Valley where you can luxuriate in near new self-contained accommodation, sip award winning Estate grown wines while taking in the majestic views across vineyards to the Brokenback Ranges or enjoy your own private Cellar Door tasting without leaving the property. DenMar Estate has two near new 2-bedroom self contained villas with spacious ensuites, a 10 acre vineyard and a newly opened Cellar Door. Two night packages include provisions for a gourmet cooked breakfast daily, a cheese plate, chocolates and a bottle of our Estate grown wine on arrival. E-mail: enquiries@denmarestate. com.au Web: www.denmarestate.com.au
Elfin Hill Lodge, Marrowbone Rd.
Peppers Guest House Hunter Valley, Ekerts Rd. [GH - 1] Pokolbin Cabins, Palmers Lane. Pokolbin Village Resort, 188 Broke Rd. Sebel Kirkton Park Hunter Valley (The), 336 Oakey Creek Rd. Splinters Guest House, 617 Hermitage Road. [L][SC] Thalgara Estate, De Beyers Rd. Thistle Hill, 591 Hermitage Rd. [GH - 6]
Tuscany Wine Estate, Cnr Mistletoe Lane & Hermitage Rd. Twin Trees Country Cottages, 111 Halls Rd. [CO - 10][SC] Verona Vineyard Accommodation, McDonalds Rd. Villa Provence, 132 Gillards Rd. [GH - 9][BB]
Vineyards Estate at Pokolbin (The), 555 Hermitage Rd. [GH - 8][BB]
Windsors Edge, Cnr McDonalds Rd & Branxton Rd. Woods (The) at Pokolbin, Halls Rd. Woolshed Hill Estate, 342 Deasys Rd. [GH - 11][DBB]
E-mail: stay@hilltopguesthouse. com.au Web: www.hilltopguesthouse.com.au
Madigan Vineyard, Lot 1 Wilderness Road. Manzanilla Ridge, 442 Talga Rd. RidgeView Cottages, 273 Sweetwater Road. Rothbury Escape, 310 Talga Rd. Wandin Valley Estate, Wilderness Rd. [CH - 10][SC]
Scone (320 km N)
Grange on Hermitage The, 820 Hermitage Road.
Rosebrook (150 km N)
Grapevines Boutique Accommodation, 1941 Broke Rd.
Hunter River Retreat, 1090 Maitlandvale Rd. [CO - 8][SC]
Hanging Tree Winery Homestead, 294 O'Connors Road.
Rothbury (200 km N)
Hermitage Hideaway-Homestead & Cottages, 535 Hermitage Road.
Burncroft, 207 Talga Rd.
288 Talga Road Ph: 02 4930 7111 Fax: 02 4930 9048 Enjoy the peace and tranquility of these romantic villas in the Australian Countryside. Upstairs spacious bedroom with cosy king bed, opening onto a private balcony with panoramic views of wine country and the Hunter Valley where you can capture the beautiful sunsets. Double spa bath, kitchenette, TV, CD, AC. Kookaburra Lodge has woodfire. Tandem massages in the privacy of your room. Winery tours leave daily by bus or helicopter. Horse riding, horse drawn carriage rides and bush walking onsite, spectacular views and kangaroos. Guest house and cabin accommodation.
Airlie House Motor Inn & Restaurant, 229 Kelly St. Belltrees Country House & Mountain Retreat, Gundy Rd. Strathearn Park Lodge, 2 New England Hwy. [GH - 4] Willowgate Hall, 91 Kingdom St.
Glen Ayr Cottages, De Beyers Rd. [CO - 9][SC]
Lovedales Love Nests
Hunter Valley Retreat,Watagan Centre, 626 Sandy Creek Rd.
Raymond Terrace (170 km N)
Vacy (226 km N) Banjos Bushland Retreat, Summer Hill Rd. Ph 02 9403 3388. See our display advertisement. Eaglereach Wilderness Resort, Summer Hill Rd. [CA - 45][SC]
Retreat Bushland Lodge (The)
Quorrobolong (129 km N)
Colonial Terrace, 130 Adelaide St. Doribank Farm Cottage, Six Mile Rd.
Casa Della Vigna, 228 Sweetwater Road. Chateau Elan Destination at The Vintage, Vintage Drive. Emma's Cottage, 438 Wilderness Rd. [CO - 3][SC] Grand Mercure The Vintage Hunter Valley, Vintage Drive. Hill Top Country Guest House, 288 Talga Road. [GH - 5][AMA] Hunter Homestead, 348 Talga Rd. I Villini, 497 Talga Road.
Singleton (220 km N) Glen Nevis B&B, 399 Westbrook Rd.
St Albans (96 km N) via Wisemans Ferry Bandusia Country Retreat, 1056 Upper McDonald Rd.
Summer Hill Rd Ph: 02 9909 2900 Fax: 02 9909 2911 Just 2.5 hours from Sydney is a luxury holiday house, with a stunning view, in a 400 hectare bushland resort. Designed for romantic getaways (ensuite has spa), but with 3 bedrooms & bathrooms is ideal for families. Swim, play tennis, bushwalk, picnic, BBQ on the deck with views, laze by the fire, billiards, table tennis, board games, books, CDs, TVs, video library. Weekends $440/couple or $480 for family/group of up to 5. Midweek 2/3 night special $340/ couple. Credit cards. [CO - 3] E-mail: info@retreatbushlandlodge. com.au Web: www.retreatbushlandlodge. com.au
Wisemans Ferry (85 km NW) Australis Retreat at Wisemans, Hawkesbury River. Del Rio Resort, Chaseling Road,Webbs Cereek.
Wollombi (140 km N) Avoca House, Wollombi Rd.
Mystwood Valley Cabins 117 Milsons Arm Rd Ph: 02 4998 3234 Fax: 02 4998 3240 5 Star. 5 cosy cabins ($100 Dbl w/days, $132 w/ends). In secluded, tranquil valley on 500ac near historic Wollombi, National Parks & vineyards, only 1½ hrs from Sydney. L/fires, Qn beds, A/C, verandahs, hampers. [CA][SC]
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Barrington Tops Area + Port Stephens Area + NSW
Barrington Tops Area
Port Stephens Area
Barrington Tops (279 km N)
Anna Bay (211 km N)
Barrington Tops Organic Retreat, 384 Jems Creek Road.
Dungog (240 km N)
Samurai Beach Resort Port Stephens Bennetts Beach. Image courtesy of James Pipino; Tourism NSW.
Bandon Grove School House
Image courtesy of James Pipino; Tourism NSW.
Port Stephens
Image courtesy of Hamilton Lund; Tourism NSW.
Port Stephens, a large and scenic bay just north of Newcastle, is one of the state's most popular holiday destinations. The towns and villages that line its shores offer a huge array of holiday accommodation, especially guesthouses and self-contained apartments and holiday houses. Visitors in search of small, distinctive, deluxe accommodation also have many outstanding choices. In recent years, a number of glamorous resort style hotels have been established here, one of which is built around a marina. These resort properties offer excellent recreational facilities as well as business amenities for conferences and wedding venues.
Chichester Dam Rd via Ph: 0412 284 852 Fax: 02 9923 2893 Located in the lush Williams Valley, 12km north of Dungog and near the beautiful Barrington Tops, the Bandon Grove School House is absolutely charming. The School House was built in 1882 and recently refurbished with 3 new bathrooms and a commercial standard kitchen, all with polished concrete heated floors. There are cool verandahs and a plexipave tennis court with lights. Accommodation for 16-18 includes 2 queen bedrooms with ensuites, 2 double bedrooms sharing large bathroom and a detached bunkhouse for 8 others. This is a perfect house for a family reunion or gathering of friends. [SC - 7] E-mail: email@example.com Web: www.bandongrove.com
Barringtons Country Retreat (The), Chichester Dam Rd, via Dungog. [L][AMA] Bluegums Cabins, 1953 Chichester Dam Road. Carriageway Resort (The), 4426 Clarence Town Road. School Hill, 381 Sugarloaf Road.
Gloucester (294 km N) Avonview at Tintuppa, 55 Fairbairns Road. Barrington Riverside Country Retreat, 312 Thunderbolt Way. The Ridge, 135 Thunderbolts Way.
Monkerai Valley (279 km N) Riverwood Downs Mountain Valley Resort, 311 Upper Monkerai Rd. [GH - 20][AMA]
Salisbury (240 km N) Bennetts Beach. Image courtesy of James Pipino; Tourism NSW.
Barrington Tops Salisbury Lodges, 2930 Salisbury Rd. [L - 7]
Barrington Wilderness Cottages, 2940 Salisbury Rd.
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562 Gan Gan Road Ph: 02 4916 3400 Fax: 02 4982 2107 New resort set in 8 hectares of stunning bushland and nestled on the edge of Samurai and One Mile Beach sand dunes. 4 star self-contained villa & suite accommodation. Facilities include: pool, spa, tennis courts, kids bush golf, free Foxtel, BBq's, free laundry. 15 minutes walk to spectacular surf and swimming beaches. 8 minutes drive to Nelson Bay. [SC]
E-mail: info@samuraibeachresort. com.au Web: www.samuraibeachresort.com.au
Hawks Nest (250 km N) Ocean Side Hawks Nest, Cnr Booner & Bennett Sts.
Nelson Bay (224 km N) Admiral Nelson Motor Inn, 16-18 Gowrie Avenue. Landmark Nelson Bay, 61A Dowling St. Oaks Lure Apartments, 20 Tomaree Street.
One Mile Beach (225 km N) O'Carrollyn's Eco Village Resort, 5 Koala Place. Wanderers Retreat Port Stephens, 7 Koala Place.
Salamander Bay (216 km N) Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort, 5 Horizons Drive. Oaks Pacific Blue Resort, 265 Sandy Point Road.
Shoal Bay (224 km N) Ocean Beach Bed & Breakfast, 16 Ocean Beach Rd. [H - 2][BB] Shoal Bay Resort & Spa, Beachfront.
Soldiers Point (216 km N) All Seasons Salamander Shores Resort, 147 Soldiers Point Rd.
Tea Gardens (250 km N) Oaks Boathouse Tea Garden, 21-23 Marine Drive. Tea Gardens Waterfront, 117 Marine Drive. [GH - 2][BB]
NSW + Mid North Coast Area Hallidays Point (345 km N)
Port Macquarie (421 km N)
Tallwoods Verve resort, Black Head Road.
Azura Beach House B&B, 109 Pacific Drive. [H - 2][BB] Beach Blue Resort, 68 Pacific Drive. Beachside Holiday Apartments, 48 Pacific Drive. Comfort Inn Aquatic, 253 Hastings River Dr. Country Comfort Port Macquarie, Cnr Buller & Hollingworth Sts. Flynns Beach Resort, 68 Pacific Drive. Le George Motel, 4 Hollingworth St. Macquarie Waters, 11 Clarence Street. Mantra Quayside Apartments, Cnr William & Short Streets. Mercure Centro Port Macquarie, 103 William Street. Mid Pacific Motel, Cnr Short & Clarence Streets. Narimba Lodge Motel, 4 Narimba Close. Northpoint Apartments, Apt 304/2 Murray Street. Wyndham Vacation Resorts Flynns Beach, 14-20 Flynn Street.
Kempsey (457 km N) Kempsey Motor Inn, 320 Pacific Hwy. Macleay Valley Coast, 22 Tozer Street, Kempsey West. South West Rocks Motel, 110 Gregory Street.
Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse, Seal Rocks. Image courtesy of Great Lakes Tourism. Burgess beach, Forster.
Limeburners Creek (406 km N) Ocean & Earth Farmstay, Lot 32 Fords Rd.
Lorne (377 km N) Gypsy Falls Retreat, 375 Tipperary Road.
Nabiac (314 km N) Bundacreek Country Lodge Retreat, 226 Minimbah Rd.
The Great Lakes area on the NSW mid north coast is a natural paradise, stretching from Hawks Nest in the south to Forster and Tuncurry in the north and encompassing Wallis, Smiths & Myall Lakes. It is celebrated for its magnificent coastline, numerous national parks & state forests and basks in a year-round temperate climate. Just 3 hours from Sydney the Great Lakes region is perfect for a weekend away. Jump in a kayak & explore the lakes. Discover a wide choice of walks, from long distance paths to pleasant coastal tracks. Surfing, diving and fishing.
Old Bar (330 km N) Chiltern Lodge Country Retreat, 139 Metz Rd. [CO - 4] Kiwarrak Country Retreat, 239 Half Chain Rd. [CO - 3][SC] Meridian Resort-Beachside, 32 Lewis St.
Pacific Palms (280 km N) Azure On The Beach, Boomerang Beach.
Bonny Hills (402 km N)
Coomba Bay (280 km N) Whitby on Wallis B&B, 1770 Coomba Road. [CH][BB]
Brushy Point Great Lakes Escape, 540 Coomba Rd. Capricorn Apartments. Laaqua, 9 Headland Road.
Seaview, 2 Skyline Pl.
Crescent Head (440 km N)
Lizzie Beach House, 4 Lethbridge Road.
Bulahdelah (245 km N)
Killuke Lodge Holiday Cottages, Point Plomer Rd. [CO - 7][SC]
Sandpiper on Smiths Lake, 113 Patsy's Flat Road.
Forster (325 km N)
Sayang, 209 Boomerang Drive, Blueys Beach.
Beaches International, 1 Beach Street.
Pampoolah (320 km N)
Clarendon Forest Retreat, Coates Rd, Possum Brush via.
Mescal's at Pampoolah, 53 Malcolms Rd, via Taree.
EcoPoint Myall Shores, Myall Lakes National Park. Peacehaven Country Cottages, 353 Upper Myall Road. Stoneholme Farmstay B&B, 386 Old Inn Road.
Rela x, rediscover and spoil yourself...
Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse, Kinka Road. Ph 02 4997 6590. See our display advertisement. Twin Pines, 32 Kinka Road.
Blueys Retreat, 285 Boomerang Drive. [CO - 26][SC]
Mid North Coast Area
Seal Rocks (270 km N)
South West Rocks (496 km N) Grass Trees Escape, Arakoon. Little Bay Cottage, East St. [CO - 2][SC] Smoky Cape Lighthouse B&B & Cottages, Lighthouse Road.
Taree (337 km N) Comfort Inn Marco Polo, 30-32 Crescent Ave. Mansfield on the Manning, Lot 95 Beauly Rd. Nundoobah Retreat, 200 Woola Road.
… in 3 beautifully restored heritage listed lighthouse keepers cottages. Be surrounded by unspoilt wilderness, pristine beaches, stunning vistas and expansive horizons.
Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse Holiday Accommodation Kinka Road, Seal Rocks, NSW, 2423 Ph: 02 4997 6590 Fax: 02 4997 6419 Email: email@example.com Web: www.srla.com.au
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Coffs Coast + New England Area + NSW Opal Cove Resort, Pacific Hwy, Korora Bay. Pacific Marina, 22 Orlando St Coffs Harbour Jetty. Saltwater on the Beach, 104 Fiddaman Rd Emerald Beach. Santa Fe Luxury B&B, 235 The Mountain Way. [CH - 3][BB] Smugglers on the Beach, 36 Sandy Beach Rd, Korora. Villa Vivante, Brukner Park Road. Glen Innes. Image courtesy of Tourism NSW.
Waterside (The), 80 Tiki Road. [GH - 4][DBB]
new england
Dorrigo (591 km N)
The New England region of NSW is an area of spectacular waterfalls, attractive and unspoilt mountain countryside and prosperous rural townships. Rural accommodation is found in all its forms throughout New England, ranging from farmstays to country cottages and guesthouses. Luxurious boutique accommodation is another specialty, often located in gracious country houses that were established on some of Australia's finest grazing properties. The main New England towns include Armidale, Tamworth, Glen Innes and Inverell. The appeal of the New England region is its remarkable rural beauty. Its location on the Great Dividing Range ensures both landscape and accommodation of great diversity.
Fernbrook Lodge B & B, 4705 Waterfall Way. Moss Grove, 589 Old Coast Road.
Nambucca Heads (525 km N) Best Western Destiny Motor Inn, Cnr Riverside Drive & Pacific Hwy.
Ashby Ashby Cottage, 2 Tullymorgan Rd.
Bellingen (557 km N) Aniseed Luxury Villas, 1090 Promised Land Road. Arika Retreat, 33 Lyon Street. Aunty Lil's, 7&9 William St. CasaBelle Country Guest House, 90 Gleniffer Road. Casey's Lane Luxury Retreat, 11 Casey's Lane. Finders Keepers Cottage, 8 Coronation Street. Koompartoo Retreat, Dudley St. [CO - 4][SC]
Lily Pily Country House
54 Sunny Corner Rd Ph: 02 6655 0522 Fax: 02 6655 2448 Enjoy the secluded luxury of Lily Pily Country House. Relax on the private balcony, relish the tranquility or indulge in a candlelit spa. Enjoy the magic of Bellingen a short 5 minutes away. [CH][BB]
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Web: www.lilypily.com.au
Promised Land Cottages, 934 Promised Land Road. Rivendell Guest House, 10-12 Hyde St. [GH - 4][BB]
Coffs Harbour (555 km N) Aqualuna Beach Resort, 840 Pacific Highway, Sapphire.
Arosa Motel, 220 Pacific Hwy South. Bananatown Motel, 15 Grafton St. Bangalow Waters, 95 James Small Dr Korora. Best Western Zebra Motel, 27 Grafton Street. Bonville Golf Resort, Nth Bonville Rd Bonville via. Cinque Terre Beach House, 4 Beach Front Close. Coffs Coast Marketing, Cnr Duke & Coff Streets. Country Comfort Coffs Harbour, 353 Pacific Highway North.
Headlands Beach Guest House
17 Headland Road Ph: 02 6654 0364 Fax: 02 6654 0308 An architecturally designed bed and breakfast offering guests absolute beach frontage with relaxed, warm and friendly coastal style living. Located north of Coffs Harbour on the Solitary Islands Marine National park, presenting great surfing beaches, fantastic headland and beach walks. The guest queen bedrooms with private ensuites are tastefully decorated for your ultimate comfort. The main guest lounge and dining room overlook the guest pool, Mullawarra Beach and Arrawarra Headland. Indulge your senses with our gourmet breakfast. Restaurants are only minutes away.
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Alpha Motel, New England Hwy. Central Motel, 131 Meade St. Kings Plains Castle, Kings Plains Road.
Guyra (599 km N) Milani Trout Cottages, Milani, Baldersleigh Rd. [CO - 10][SC] Top of the Range Retreat, 93 Ollera Street.
Hernani (637 Km N) Marengo Chalet
1699 Marengo Rd Ph: 02 6657 6175 Fax: 02 6657 6175 4 Star, 2 storey log chalet on cattle station. Fishing, tennis, b/ walk. Sleeps 6-8. All amenities, linen incl. Dbl from $185, extra person $30. Discount for 4+ days. [CO - 3][SC]
Sawtell (569 km N)
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Web: www.midcoast.com. au/~marengo
Creekside Inn B&B, 59 Boronia Street. Sawtell on the Beach, 131 Fourth Avenue.
Inverell (680 km N)
Scotts Head (523 km N)
Coffs Coast
Glen Innes (636 km N)
OceanScape Luxury Beachfront Villas, 2 Sea Breeze Place. Pure Indulgence B&B, 71 Raleigh St.
Upper Orara (565 km N) Friday Creek Retreat, 267 Friday Creek Rd. [CO - 9][SC]
Urunga (552 km N) Aquarelle Bed & Breakfast, 152 Osprey Drive. Maino Gabuna, Wollumbin Drive, Hungry Head. [H - 3][SC]
Woolgoolga (580 km N) Safety Beach Ocean Bungalows, 41a Safety Beach Drive.
New England Area Armidale (539 km NW) Armidale Rose Villa Motel, New England Hwy. Best Western Cotswold Gardens, 34 Marsh St. Best Western Moore Park Inn, Uralla Rd. Country Comfort Armidale, 86 Barney St. Executive Oasis, 2/156 Marsh Street. Lindsay House, 128 Faulkner St. Mews on Moore (The), 208 Baardy Street. Petersons Armidale Winery & Guesthouse, Dangarsleigh Road. Poppys Cottage B&B, Malvern Hill. [CO - 2][DBB]
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Sapphire City Motor Inn, 34 Glen Innes Rd. Twin Swans Motel, 189-199 Glen Innes Rd.
Pine Ridge Little Kickerbell Guest House, Bundella Road.
Tamworth (428 km NW) All Seasons Tamworth Towers, 80-90 Ebsworth Street. Best Western Sanctuary Inn, 293 Marius St. Best Western Tamworth Motor Inn, 212 Goonoo Goonoo Road. Comfort Inn Hallmark at Tamworth, 236 Goonoo Goonoo Road. Golf Links Motel, Cnr Bridge & Mahony Ave. Plumes on the Green, 25 The Ringers Rd. [GH - 7][DBB] Retreat at Froog Moore Park (The), 78 Bligh St. Tourism Tamworth Ltd, PO Box 552.
Tenterfield (750 km N) Peter Allen Motor Inn (The), N.E. Highway. Wangrah Wilderness Resort, Bluff River Rd,Sandy Flat. [CO - 8][SC]
Uralla (540 km NW) Altona-Regency Motel, New England Highway. Cruickshanks Farmstay B&B, 313 Mihi Road. [CH - 5][AMA]
Walcha (520 km N) Cheyenne Wilderness Retreat, Cheyenne via. [CO - 3]
DESTINATION + Far North Coast Area
Byron Beach Cafe. Image courtesy of James Pipino; Tourism NSW.
From Byron Bay
to murwillumbah
Belongil Beach, Byron Bay. Image courtesy of Sharyn Cairns; Tourism NSW.
Catch the vibe in the Far North Coast region a mixing pot of sparkling beaches, emerald green hills and valleys and the odd colourful hippie.
yron Bay, a surfing mecca and meeting place for alternative cultures since the 1960's is one of the most popular spots on the NSW east coast. Home to glorious white beaches and a subtropical hinterland it's famous for its ancient rainforests and renowned surfing spots. In fact Byron has a collection of beaches ranging from 10km stretches of empty sand to secluded coves, like Little Wategos located almost at the tip of Cape Byron Headland Reserve. Cape Byron was named by Captain Cook after the poet Byron's grandfather,
who had sailed around the world in the 1760's. The Cape is Australia's most easterly point. Just 20 minutes drive from Byron Bay, Bangalow is wonderful place to visit. Towns like Bangalow have a quiet sense of community pride, offer good cafes and restaurants, hold markets, and put on music festivals and agricultural shows to keep their villages alive. Bangalow's market is on the fourth Sunday of the month and brings together artists, artisans, bakers, therapists, farmers and friends in a cheerful and multinational gathering. You can find a
Road travelling between Dunoon (north of Lismore) and Murwillumbah. Image courtesy of James Pipino; Tourism NSW.
market at one or other of the region's towns on any weekend. Nimbin is also well worth a visit for its counter-culture main street and
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Main beach, Byron Bay. Image courtesy of Sharyn Cairns; Tourism NSW.
The Pass beach at Byron Bay. Image courtesy of Sharyn Cairns; Tourism NSW.
colourful characters who've opted out of conventional lifestyles. Further north, Mullumbimby also has a market at the museum every 3rd Saturday. From Mullumbimby you can join the Pacific Highway to Murwillumbah, the main town in the Tweed Valley and a major area for banana and sugar growing. There is also an art gallery, museum and the excellent World Heritage Rainforest Centre. Just south from here is the beautiful Mt. Warning and the Mt. Warning National Park From Murwillumbah you can also get to the Border Ranges National Park. There are some fabulous lookouts along the route through the park, as well as some walking trails. If you're not scared of heights definitely walk out to a rocky crag
Home to glorious white beaches and a subtropical hinterland it's famous for its ancient rainforests and renowned surfing spots. called the Pinnacle, but don't look down. Set on the Tweed River, Murwillumbah has many fine old buildings. Catch an exhibition at the acclaimed Tweed River Regional Gallery. The richest portrait competition in the world is held here each year. And don't miss a visit to the miniature horses and cows at Crystal Creek near Murwillumbah. To explore the Far North Coast region you can easily fly into Ballina Byron Gateway Airport from most capital cities. Hire a car and make Murwillumbah or Byron Bay your base. For a choice of great unique places to stay here check out our following pages.
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Byron Bay. Image courtesy of Sharyn Cairns; Tourism NSW.
Far North Coast Area
Your Choice Holidays, PO Box 1519. Ph 02 6688 4617. See our display advertisement.
Ballina (773 km N) Chaparral Motel, Pacific Hwy. Comfort Inn All Seasons, 301-309 River Street. Ramada Hotel & Suites, 2 Martin Street. Tassiriki Ranch, 249 Moylans Lane.
Bangalow (810 km N) Possum Creek Lodge & Hilltop Cottage, Cedarvale Road. [FS - 3][DBB]
Byron Bay (805 km N) Aarons @ Byron Bay, 44 Shirley Street. Amigos Guesthouse, 32 Kingsley Street. Ayindi, 166 Lighthouse Road. Beach Hotel Resort, Bay Street. Byron Bay Farmstay, Bangalow Rd. [CO - 6][SC] Byron Beachcomber Resort, 23-25 Shirley St. Byron Retreat, Plantation Drive,Ewingsdale via. Byron at Byron Resort and Spa, 77-97 Broken Head Rd. Cape Byron Lighthouse Cottages, Lighthouse Road. [CO - 3] Gaia Retreat & Spa, 933 Fernleigh Rd. Rae's on Wategos, 8 Marine Parade. [GH - 7][AMA]
Casuarina (888 km N)
Villas of Byron (The)
19-23 Gordon Street Ph: 02 6685 6746 Features: You are assured absolute privacy and freedom in your own Balinese inspired villa where no expense has been spared. Each Villa is luxuriously appointed ensuring your every need is catered for, with impeccable style and detail. State of the art media centre, gourmet kitchen, spacious king rooms, heated marble floors, sumptuous bathrooms and open air showers compliment the theme of spacious luxury where a fusion of East meets West. The one and two bedroom self contained villas are nothing short of 5 star. Designed for pure relaxation with extravagant furnishings from the Asia Pacific. Relax to the sound of flowing water, take a dip in your own heated plunge pool and spa, indulge in a massage in the sanctuary of your villa or enjoy private dining with your own personal chef, once you arrive you may never want to leave. E-mail: escape@thevillasofbyron. com.au Web: www.thevillasofbyron.com.au
Casuarina Beach Domain Resort, 1 Barclay Drive. Santai At Casuarina Beach, 9 Dianella Drive.
Coorabell (820 km N) Peppers Coorabell Retreat, 139 Newes Road.
Cougal (832 km N) Cougal Park Bed & Breakfast
145 Lions Road Ph: 02 6636 6213 Fax: 02 6636 6124 Escape to the peace of the rainforest near the Border Ranges National Park. 2 hours from Brisbane. Great food, excellent country hospitality. Experience the difference. [CH -
Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat, Brookers Rd, Upper Crystal Ck. Ph 02 6679 1591. See our display advertisement. Grandview Cottage, George Street. Tweed Tourism, Cnr Tweed Valley Way & Alma Street.
Nimbin (816 km N) Calurla Chalets, Lillian Rock Road.
Tweed Crabbes Creek Cottages, Tweed Valley Way.
Tweed Heads (883 km N)
Crystal Creek Post Office Cottages, Numinbah Road.
Uki (890 km N)
Tropical Coast Retreat, 249 Duranbah Road.
3][AMA] E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Web: www.cougalpark.com
Crystal Creek (878 km N)
Kingscliff (888 km N)
Mavis's Cabins @ Mt Warning, 64 Mt Warning Rd. Mt Warning Forest Hideaway, Byrill Creek Road. Shambala at Uki, 36 Meadow Place. Uki Village Guest House, 1453 kyogle Road. [GH - 6][AMA] ecOasis Resorts, 55 Tateywan Drive.
BreakFree Paradiso Resort, 78-80 Marine Parade.
Wooli (685 km N)
Kingscliff Seaside Guesthouse, 46 Walsh Street. Mantra On Salt Beach, Gunnamatta Avenue.
Pacific Dawn Beach House, 22 South Terrace. [H - 3][SC] Wooli River Lodges, 365 North Road. [CA - 5][SC]
Kyogle (796 km N)
Yamba (724 km N)
Ripples On The Creek, Lions Road Tourist Drive.
Angourie Rainforest Resort, 166 Angourie Rd. Twin Pines Motel, 49 Wooli Street.
Aamari Thai Retreat, 3 Magnolia Place. Amber Gardens, 66 Plantation Drive.
Limpinwood (865 Km N) Limpinwood Lodge, 531 Zara Road.
Amazing Wollumbin Palms Retreat, 112 Mt Warning Rd.
Best Western Kennedy Drive Motel, 203 Kennedy Dr. Dolphin Hotel and Motel, 23 Wharf St. Las Vegas Motor Inn, 123 Wharf St. Outrigger Twin Towns Resort, Cnr Griffith St Coolangatta & Wharf St. Woodlands Lakeside Manor, 399 Piggabeen Rd,Piggabeen via. [CH - 6][AMA]
Murwillumbah (865 km N)
Lismore (785 km N) Dawson Motor Inn, Cnr Dawson & Orion Sts. Invercauld House, 161 Invercauld Road. New Olympic Motel, 244 Molesworth St.
Mullumbimby (832 km N) Mooyabil Farm Holidays, 448 Left Bank Rd. [FS - 10][SC]
Byron Bay Hinterland Newrybar (838 km N) Old Church at Byron Bay, 14 Brooklet Road.
Numinbah Amirah's Oasis Luxury B&B, Lot 140 Settlement Road.
Rosebank (810 km N) Mud Manor, Fox Rd.
DESTINATION + Southern Highlands White Horse Inn, Berrima. Image courtesyTourism Southern Highlands.
It's never been a better time to discover the glorious Southern Highlands.
he Southern Highlands of New South Wales is a unique area. In fact it's hard to find a region similar anywhere else in Australia. Most visitors feel they are entering 'another world' yet it is only a short distance from Sydney. This beautiful region proudly offers magnificent gardens, speciality shopping, natural attractions, award winning cool climate wines, local produce, numerous cafés and restaurants and a depth of history and heritage. If heritage is your fancy, summer is a great time to discover the many historic walks the Southern Highlands has to offer dotted throughout its picturesque towns and villages of Berrima, Mittagong, Bowral & Moss Vale. Better still drive along the Heritage Trail and visit historic sites like Throsby Park in Moss Vale where the regions first pioneers settled. Also visit Bowral the home of Australia's favourite son and the worlds' greatest cricketer, Sir Donald Bradman. The Heritage Trail throughout the Southern Highlands is a great opportunity to see fine examples of Australian heritage and its rich architecture. Australia's best colonial architecture and sandstone buildings dating from the 1800's are 34
Bradman Oval, Bowral. Image courtesyTourism Southern Highlands.
scattered throughout many of the towns and villages and particularly Mittagong and Berrima. Restored Railway Stations and Refreshment Rooms can be found at Mittagong, Bowral, Moss Vale and Robertson, and there are smaller stations at Burradoo, Exeter and Bundanoon. Fabulous stone churches can be found throughout the region, many in picture postcard settings. The historic village of Berrima is one of the finest examples of living history and is Australia's best preserved Georgian town. Here you will find the impressive stone courthouse, now a museum where you can be spooked on one of its regular Ghost tours. See the tall stone prison walls of the operating jail, along with many historic inns, houses, churches and have a drink at Australia's oldest licensed hotel, the Surveyor General. Many of the Highlands cemeteries are also alive with history of the past where many notable figures and stories can be found. South of Berrima is the Morton National Park which comprises 1000's of hectares of pristine bushland and three magnificent waterfalls with easy access for visitors. With deep gorges and high sandstone plateaus, this national park offers a wide
range of bushwalking in a landscape which is uniquely Australian. The climate too, is an attraction in itself. Four distinct seasons offer different experiences and attractions. Fresh air though, is always guaranteed, with the region rising to a height of approximately 610 metres above sea level. This produces a noticeably cooler highland climate (compared to the Sydney and coastal regions). Excellent in the warmer months as humidity rarely reaches these heights.
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Southern Highlands + DESTINATION
This beautiful region proudly offers magnificent gardens, speciality shopping, natural attractions, award winning cool climate wines, local produce, numerous cafĂŠs and restaurants and a depth of history and heritage.
St Maur winery, Exeter. Image courtesy Tourism Southern Highlands.
Tulip Time Festival at Corbett Gardens in Bowral. Image courtesy Tourism Southern Highlands.
Garden lovers also make the Southern Highlands a must visit destination every Spring and Autumn. A large number of private gardens and estates open their gates for visitors during both seasons. The 5th annual Wine, Arts & Roses Festival celebrates the best of the Southern Highlands rose gardens, wineries and arts during the first three weeks of November. These classic roses are the star features in November when they are in full bloom and fragrance - an experience not to be missed.
Shopping, Berrima. Image courtesy Anson Smart; Tourism NSW.
The Southern Highlands is the perfect destination for day trips, short stays and for those who have more time, longer stays are also well catered for. Accommodation choices are excellent with everything on offer from cottages and guest houses to five star boutique hotels, farm stays and bed & breakfasts. Peruse the following pages for some fine examples of where to stay.
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Fitzroy Falls, Morton National Park. Image courtesy Susan Wright; Tourism NSW.
NSW + Southern Highlands
Southern Highlands/ Tablelands
Bundanoon (141 km S)
Picton (80 km S)
Robertson (124 km S) Castle (The), Lot 21 Illawarra Highway. Lloran Log Cabins, Lloran, Yeola Rd. [CO - 6][SC] Lyndon-May, 24 May Street. [CH - 4]
Berrima (124 km S) Ashrowan, Wilshire St.
Binda (254 km SW) Binda Mill Cottage, 9 Queen Street.
Bowral (116 km S) Arcadia House, 124 Old South Rd. Ph 02 4861 7046. See our display advertisement.
Berida Manor,
6 David Street. Ph: 02 4861 1177 Fax: 02 4861 1219 Step back in time to Berida Manor, in the heart of the beautiful Southern Highlands Bowral. The grand old country manor house allows you to relax and enjoy the charm and nostalgia of yesteryear. E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Web: www.beridamanor.com.au
Chelsea Park, 589 Moss Vale Rd, Burradoo. Ph 02 4861 7046. See our display advertisement.
Solar Springs Health Retreat
96 Osborn Ave Ph: 02 4883 6027 Fax: 02 4862 1809 Overlooking the Morton National Park in the tranquil township of Bundanoon you will find the perfect retreat from the rigours of modern life. Be pampered by our caring bodycare therapists, be motivated by our energetic fitness consultants, be advised by our excellent naturopaths and life coaches. The food is scrumptious and the comfortable accommodation allows you to switch off from the everyday. Do as much or as little as you like - the choice is yours. Solar Springs Health Retreat... seriously healthy E-mail: email@example.com Web: www.solarsprings.com
We invite you to be our guest in sharing a unique bed and breakfast experience. Chelsea Park is an Art Deco mansion with commanding views over mature gardens. Your first impression as you travel up its sweeping driveway, is of a home for those who appreciate style and desire something a little different. If you like absolute privacy and space to unwind then Chelsea Park is for you. Relax in comfort, slip into a thick towelling robe, be pampered with warm bath sheets after a long soak in the spa, or sit and read in the sun-filled rooms or enjoy sitting in the garden. A game of billiards on a full-size table enjoying a few drinks, listening to the echoes of the jazz age, the 1930's the years that shaped the way people dressed, travelled and enjoyed their leisure, an age when comfort and style was the objective and life was for living to the fullest. The spacious light filled guestrooms are distinctly different. The Chelsea room is cream and pale cream with Hollywood dressing table. Close to upstairs gallery, the bathroom and all facilities. The Mayfair room has French wallpaper a day bed to relax on and prize-winning furniture made in 1936. Japanese inspired furniture and pictures enhance the quiet elegance of the Shibumi room. Close to the sitting room, bathroom and all facilities.
Mowbray Park Farm
745 Barkers Lodge Rd Ph: 02 4680 9243 Fax: 02 4680 9224 The perfect family escape just 9km from Picton and 90 minutes from Sydney, day visit or weekend stay. This historic 1822 property has lodges with well appointed en-suite rooms, a cozy country cottage or large dorm style lodges for that group or family gathering. Country style meals, farm activities all day, pony and horse rides, swimming pool, spa, tennis, canoeing, archery and more. Kids club weekends and holidays. Five day Farm Experience and Natural Horsemanship Camps each holiday. [FH - 36][AMA]
in the Highlands
Rose Ella B&B
McGuinness Dr, Mt Murray via Ph: 02 4885 1401 Fax: 02 4885 1717 Rose Ella is set on 5ac at the top of Macquarie Pass, with extensive views of the coast & escarpment. Queen size suites with ensuite bathrooms. [H - 2][DBB] E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com. au Web: www.highlandsnsw.com.au/roseella
Sutton Forest (124 km S) Peppers Manor House Southern Highlands, Kater Road. [CH - 44][AMA]
E-mail: mowbray@farmstayholidays. com.au Web: www.farmstayholidays.com.au
Arcadia House is a two storey country-style home located close to the heart of Bowral in the Southern Highlands. Delightfully renovated its spacious modern interior offers fully self-contained accommodation for families and groups – ideal for holidays or weekend getaway. Arcadia House has 5 luxuriously appointed bedrooms suitable for up to 5 couples or several families. The master bedroom downstairs has a queen-size bed and its own large ensuite with bath, shower and toilet. Upstairs there are 4 other bedrooms – 2 with queen-size, one with a double, and one with double bed and bunk above. These bedrooms share a spacious bathroom which has a shower, toilet and large corner bath tub. All beds have fluffy doonas, quality linen and electric double blankets (except the twins, which have doonas). To cater for families, extra cots or children's beds are also available. The favourite focal point is the large family room adjoining the kitchen. Here there are comfy leather lounge chairs and a gas-log fire for colder evenings. A TV, VCR and CD player are available for your entertainment. House sleeps 11 comfortably. Local attractions: Placed as it is near the centre of Bowral, Arcadia House is close to all of its boutiques, cafes, restaurants and other attractions. Tariff: [Includes GST] Midweek (Tuesday to Thursday) $750 FOR 2 NIGHTS Additional Nights $130 Weekend Two Nights $1,100 Week Rate 7 NIGHTS $1,250
Tariff: [Includes GST] Midweek $150 (per double/night - B&B) Weekend from $185 (per double/night - B&B) Weekend Special – 2 nights $330 (per double/two nights, 2 breakfasts, complimentary supper)
Pepper Tree Ridge B&B, 1315 Remembrance Drive.
589 Moss Vale Road Burradoo NSW 2576 Phone: (02) 4861 7046 Fax: (02) 4862 3597 Email: firstname.lastname@example.com Web: www.chelseapark.com
124 Old South Road Bowral NSW 2576 Phone: (02) 4861 7046 Fax: (02) 4862 3597 Email: email@example.com www.arcadia-house.com
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South Coast + DESTINATION
in the south
Jervis Bay National park. Image courtesy Nick Rains; Tourism NSW.
Unique Places To Stay looks at some key towns in the Shoalhaven region of NSW.
everal years ago, on a whim I rented a house in seaside Mollymook, packed our two kids in the car and in less than 4 hours we were there. Five days of uncomplicated, unhurried holiday bliss was our reward. Safe swimming, beachcombing, fish and chips, walks along the rock pools, sunshine, laughter and good times. It was so simple, yet one of the best holidays we'd had in a long time. Only three hours' drive south of Sydney, the Shoalhaven region is a majestic stretch of coast endowed with beaches, bays, interesting country towns and natural wonders. Here the beaches are famed for their white sands and wildlife, the towns for their cafés and old pubs, and the crystal clear waters for their fish, dolphins and migrating whales. Nowra, the commercial heart of Shoalhaven is close to beaches and national parks. It's a good base to explore the region. Situated on the Shoalhaven River, Nowra offers fishing, boating and river cruises. Nowra is also a base for local adventure tour operators which include four-wheel drive tours, scuba diving, canoe trips and cycling tours. An interesting mix of rustic and sophisticated, Berry is an attractive and historic village.
It's surrounded by rich dairy country and is a great place to visit year round. Berry has become a favourite refuge for Sydneysiders seeking fresher air and a less hectic lifestyle. Milton is an historic agricultural town close to magnificent beaches. Perched on a ridge between green valleys and the Great Dividing Range, this National Trust town has blossomed over the past few years. Bookshops, cafés and galleries have taken over most of the main street, making Milton a pocket-sized delight. Set in lush farmland, Milton is starting to meld with the neighbouring coastal towns of Mollymook and Ulladulla. To the west, the landscape is dominated by the rock spire of Pigeon House Mountain. It's a great time to go and there's some great accommodation choices on the following pages. Why not, on a whim take a holiday in the Shoalhaven region. I can highly recommend it.
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Image courtesy Hamilton Lund; Tourism NSW.
Image courtesy Hamilton Lund; Tourism NSW.
Safe swimming, beachcombing, fish and chips, walks along the rock pools, sunshine, laughter and good times. It was so simple, yet one of the best holidays we'd had in a long time. UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY
NSW +South Coast Area + Jervis Bay Area + Mid South Coast Area
South Coast Area Austinmer (68 km S) Sur la Mer Austinmer B&B, 8 Moore Street. [A][SC]
Beaumont (136 km S) Netherby
169 Tourist Road Ph: +61 2 4447 5251 Fax: +61 2 4447 3784 Relax in a secluded mountain retreat set on 7.5 parklike acres more than 500 metres above sea level, just two hours drive south of Sydney. [GH - 3][SC]
E-mail: netherby@holidaysouthcoast. com.au Web: www.netherby.info
Bellawongarah (141 km S)
Cambewarra (137 km S)
Nowra (145 km S)
Hyams Beach (191 km S)
Arcadia Bed & Breakfast, 94 Barfield Road. [AMA] Waymount Farm, 23 West Cambewarra Rd.
Guesthouse Group Accommodation, 1 Scenic Drive. [SC] Houseboats on Shoalhaven Pty Ltd, 120 Binnaburra Park Road. Marriott Park Motel, Cnr Princes Hwy & Douglas Sts.
Baywatch at Hyams Beach, 84 Cyrus Street. [H - 3][SC] Minke, The Whalers Cottage, 57 Cyrus St. [CO - 1][SC]
Corrimal (76 km S) Corrimal Beach Bed & Breakfast, 56 Dobbie Avenue. Villa (The), 28 Foothills Rd. [MU - 2][SC]
Gerringong (130 km S) Anchor Inn, 139 Belinda St. Bellachara Boutique Hotel Gerringong, 1 Fern Street. Tralee by the Sea, 160 Fern Street.
Gerroa (136 km S) Mistral, 48 Stafford Street. [H - 4][SC]
Wombat Hill B&B, 1010 Kangaroo Valley Rd.
Seven Mile Beach Holiday Park, 200 Crooked River Road.
Berry (140 km S)
Jamberoo (122 km S)
Accommodation South Coast Association
PO Box 338 Ph: 0427 105 659 Choice of quality accommodation from Berry to Jervis Bay. B&Bs, self-contained, chalets, cottages, hotels, motels & tourist cabins. E-mail: info@accommodationsouth coast.com.au Web: www.accommodationsouth coast.com.au
Barefoot Springs. Ph 02 4446 0509. See our display advertisement. [CH - 3][BB]
Bellawongarah at Berry
869 Kangaroo Valley Rd Bellawongarah Ph: 02 4464 1999 Fax: 02 4464 1988 Luxurious B&B. Relax in this tranquil mountain rainforest retreat between historic Kangaroo Valley & Berry. Gardens, wildlife, local produce. E-mail: deb@accommodation-berry. com.au Web: www.accommodation-berry. com.au
Berry Hotel, 120 Queen Street. Berry Village Boutique Motel, 72-76 Queen St. Broughton Mill Farm Guesthouse, 78 Woodhill Mountain Rd. Drawing Rooms of Berry, 21 Wattamolla Road. Flying Cow Retreat, 219 Wattamolla Road. Gabby's At Berry, Prince Alfred St. [CH - 3] Woodbyne Private Hotel, 4 O'Keeffes Lane Jaspers Brush. [GH - 5][AMA]
Jamberoo Valley Lodge, 406 Jamberoo Mountain Road.
Shoalhaven Lodge
480 Longreach Rd Ph: 02 4422 6686 Absolute Riverfront 4.5 Star Accommodation. A Short drive to the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay and 12 minutes from Nowra, Shoalhaven Lodge offers 2km of stunning absolute riverfront, self contained accommodation in luxury chaletstyle lodges tucked away in an idyllic, quiet, 156 acre farming property. Private boat ramp, beach and abundant fauna and flora. A `piece of heaven' that will not disappoint.
E-mail: email@example.com Web: www.shoalhavenlodge.com.au
Shellharbour (103 km S)
Silos Estate (The), B640 Princes Hwy.
Shellharbour Resort, Shellharbour Road. Tasman Accommodation, Reddall Parade.
Kangaroo Valley (177 km S)
Shoalhaven Heads (129 km S)
Crystal Creek Meadows, 1655 Kangaroo Valley Rd. [CO - 5][SC] Hamilton Country Retreat, 360 Bendeela Road. Heavens Mountain Escape (The), 94 Paddington Lane. [FH - 2][SC] Jenoma Holiday Rental, 65 Bendeela Road. Kangaroo Valley Bush Retreat, 55 Radiata Rd. [CA - 14][SC] Kangaroo Valley Getaways, 165 Main Road. Kangaroo Valley Golf & Country Resort, 390 Mt Scanzi Road.
Coolangatta Estate, 1335 Bolong Rd, Shoalhaven Heads via.
Jaspers Brush (130 km S)
Keevers Cottage, Jarretts Road. Rathkells Farm Cottages, Kellys Rd, Upper Kangaroo River. Riveroak Lodge, 149A Moss Vale Road. Terralong Farm, Jarretts Lane.
Keiraville (84 km S) Keiraville Miners Cottage, 45 Grey St.
Kiama (122 km S) Beachfront Apartment, 7 Gwinganna Ave. [A - 2][SC] Kiama Harbour Cabins, Blowhole Point. Seashells Kiama, 72 Bong Bong St. [H - 3][SC] Sebel Harbourside Kiama (The), Cnr Minnamurra & Shoalhaven St. Spring Creek Retreat, 41 Jerrara Rd.
Stanwell Tops (52 km S) Tumbling Waters Retreat, End of Stonehaven Rd. Tumbling Waters Retreat.Back Cover, End of Stonehaven Road.
Tura Beach Dolphin Cove Bed & Breakfast, 336 Pacific Way.
Vincentia (170 km S) Sanddancer In Jervis Bay, 311 Elizabeth Drive. [GH - 4][BB]
Woollamia (176 km S) Maguires Tall Gums B&B, 9 Seasongood Rd. [H - 3][BB] Paperbark Camp, 571 Woollamia Rd. [DBB]
Mid South Coast Area Bawley Point (258 km S) Bawley (The), 31 Murramarang Rd. Bawley Point Bungalows, 1 Weemala Grove. [CA][SC] Interludes at Bawley, 103 Forster Drive. [CO - 10][SC]
Berrara (190 km S) Berrara Beach Holiday Chalets, Berrara Rd. [CA - 24][SC] Bunkys by the Sea, 14 Myrniong Grove.
Milton (226 km S) Acacia House B&B, 203 Evans Lane.
Wollongong (82 km S) Above Wollongong at Pleasant Heights, 77 New Mt Pleasant Rd Mt Pleasant. [SC][BB] Best Western Wollongong, 6-10 Gladstone Avenue. Comfort Inn Fairways, 24 Golf Place, Primbee. Ibis Wollongong, Cnr Market & Church Street. Quest Wollongong, 59-61 Kembla Street. Rydges Wollongong, 112 Burelli St. Wollongong Serviced Apartments, 54 Kembla Street.
Jervis Bay Area Falls Creek (157 km S) Parma Farm Cottages, 269 Parma Rd. [CO - 2][SC]
Huskisson (177 km S) Diamond Cottages, 22 Bowen Street. Dolphin Sands Jervis Bay, 6 Tomerong St.
Meadowlake Lodge
318 Wilfords Lane Ph: 02 4455 7722 Fax: 02 4455 7733 Features: A lovely 5 star, awardwinning country house set on a gentle hill side overlooking tranquil lakes. Surrounded by orchards, olive groves and extensive gardens it is easy to see why Meadowlake Lodge has won the NSW South Coast Tourism Award for Accommodation up to 5 stars in 2007, 2006, 2005 & 2004. Elegant furnishings and spacious rooms featuring beautiful artworks. Add a memorable breakfast and a gourmet dinner by arrangement and you have the perfect place to indulge yourself. E-mail: enquiries@meadowlakelodge. com.au Web: www.meadowlakelodge.com.au
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Mid South Coast Area + Far South Coast Area + South West Area + NSW Moruya (310 km S)
Milton Country Cottages
83 Egans Farm Lane,Yatte Yattah Ph: 02 4456 5299 Award winning artistic rural retreat. Private, peaceful bush setting close to Milton and beaches. Gourmet breakfast hampers, spa baths, herb garden, pottery workshop/gallery. Lessons available. [CO - 6][SC]
E-mail: enquiries@miltoncountry cottages.com.au Web: www.miltoncountrycottages. com.au
Milton Country Retreat, 142E Woodburn Rd.
Mollymook (233 km S) 145 On the Parade, 145 Mitchell Parade. Bannisters Point Lodge, 191 Mitchell Pde.
Breakers Apartments
62 Ocean Street Ph: 02 4454 2154 Fax: 02 4454 2155 Breakers Apartments, 62 Ocean St. Spacious awardwinning 2 level one bedroom luxury apartments, overlooking Mollymook Beach. Well equipped, self-contained, air cond, adults only, close to golf, restaurants, clubs with on site cafe. [A][SC] E-mail: info@
breakersmollymook.com.au Web: www.breakersmollymook.com.au
Narrawallee (233 km S) Cottage at Washburton (The), 20 Victor Ave.
Sussex Inlet (188 km S) Alonga Waterfront Cottages, 166 River Road. [CO - 32][SC] Calm Waters Waterfront Cottages, 187B Jacobs Drive.
Swan Haven The Springs, 1A Yarroma Avenue.
Ulladulla (233 km S) Pigeon House Motor Inn, Princes Highway. Ulladulla Guest House, 39 Burrill St. [GH - 10][SC] Ulladulla Holiday Village, 300 Kings Point Dr.
Far South Coast Area Batemans Bay (280 km S) Araluen Motor Lodge, 226 Beach Rd, Batehaven. Chalet Swisse Spa & Surf Beach Retreat, 676 The Ridge Road. [GH - 17][AMA]
Coachhouse Marina Resort, 49 Beach Road. Comfort Inn Lincoln Downs, Lot 3, Princes Highway.
Knoll (The), 182 South Head Rd. Post & Telegraph B&B, Corner Campbell & Page Sts.
Narooma (350 km S)
Corrigan's Cove
204 Beach Rd Ph: 02 4472 6111 Fax: 02 4472 6199 Contemporary coastal selfcontained holiday apartments. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and short stay studio rooms. A continental buffet breakfast served on the deck overlooking the pool and beautiful Corrigans Beach.
E-mail: email@example.com Web: www.corriganscove.com.au
EcoPoint Murramarang Resort, Banyandah St, South Durras. Mariners on the Waterfront, Orient St.
Bega (425 km S) Fernmark the Inn, 610 Warrigal Range Rd,Brogo via. Rock Lily Cottages, 864 Warrigal Range Rd, Brogo. [CO - 4][SC]
Ben Boyd National Park (532 km S) Green Cape Lightstation, Via Eden. [CO - 4][SC]
Amooran Serviced Apartments & Motel, 30 Montague St. Cooinda Holiday Units, 170 Princes Highway. Mystery Bay Cottages, 121 Mystery Bay Rd, Mystery Bay. [CO - 12][SC]
Tathra (444 km S) Blossoms B&B, 22 Bournda Park Way. Kianinny Resort, Tathra Road. [CO][SC]
Tilba Tilba (363 km S) Green Gables, Corkhill Drive. [CH - 3][BB] Mountain View Tilba Farm Cottages, Mountain View.
South West Area Albury (572 km SW) Albury Manor House, 593 Young St. Astor Hotel and Motel, Cnr Young & Guinea St. Chifley Albury, Cnr Dean & Elizabeth Sts.
Country Comfort Albury Hovell Tree, Cnr Wodonga Place & Hovell St. Lake Hume Resort & Conference Retreat, Riverina Highway. Sundowner Albury Paddlesteamer, 324 Wodonga Place.
Crookwell (239 km SW) Bank House (The), Cnr Goulburn & Spring Sts.
Griffith (616 km SW) Ingleden Park Cottage, Coghlan Rd. [FH - 3][SC] Wilga Park Cottage, 6 Condon Rd Bilbul. [CO - 2][SC]
Howlong (613 km SW) Howlong Country Golf Club & Motel, 188 Golf Club Drive. Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast (The), 39 Hawkins Street.
Wagga Wagga (466 km SW) Astor Inn, Cnr Edward & Baylis Sts. Country Comfort Wagga Wagga, Cnr Morgan & Tarcutta Streets. Townhouse Wagga, 70 Morgan Street.
Yass (280 km S) Globe Inn (The), 70 Rossi St. [GH - 6][BB]
Bermagui (384 km S) Beachview Motel, 12 Lamont St. Mimosa Wines & Cottages, 2845 Tathra Rd.
Central Tilba (364 km S) The Stay at Tintagel, 228 Armitage Road. Two Story Bed & Breakfast, Bate St. [CH - 3][BB]
Cobargo (389 km S) Historic Bunnerong Cottage, 'Illawambra' Yowrie Rd. Old Cobargo Convent B&B (The), Wandella Road. [H - 2][BB]
Deua River Valley (300 km S) Bakers Flat Cottages, 3539 Araluen Rd, Deua River Valley.
Eden (484 km S) Crown & Anchor Inn, 239 Imlay St. [PH - 5][BB] Gibsons By The Beach, 10 Bay St. [GH - 2][BB] Whale Cove Inn, 13 Whale Cove Circuit.
Merimbula (472 km S) Coast Resort Merimbula, 1 Elizabeth Street. Robyn's Nest Boutique Resort, Lot 188 Merimbula Drive.
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BAREFOOT SPRINGS 155 Carrington Rd, Beaumont (Cambewarra Mountain), NSW 2577 t: 02 4446 0509
www.barefootsprings.com.au From: $460 p. couple for 2 night weekend inc. cooked breakfast. See website for specials Relax and enjoy breathtaking views over the Shoalhaven coastline. Close to Kangaroo Valley, Berry and Nowra. Three secluded luxury Studio Cottages with double spa, log fire and well-equipped kitchenette; also a private Queen Room with en-suite in the main house. Savour fabulous cooked breakfasts and gourmet dinners and wander around the beautiful gardens and acreage which abound with native birds and wildlife. AAA Tourism accreditation
DESTINATION + Snowy Mountains
Lake Albina, Kosciuszko National Park. Image courtesy Nolan Oayda; Tourism NSW.
Sailing on Lake Jindabyne. Image courtesy Tourism NSW.
Banjo's Country Why it's cool to go to the Snowy Mountains in summer.
veryone knows that Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand. But did you know that Jindabyne is fast becoming the adventure capital of Australia. In the summer time it's an outdoor lovers' playground with an amazing variety of things to do. The Snowy Mountains and the Snowy River is a part of Australia's folklore heritage, brought to life by Banjo Paterson's famous poem - The Man from Snowy River.
When you visit the snowy region expect to see some of Australia's most spectacular and wild scenery. High peaks, clear mountain streams and cool, crisp air – coupled with the abundance of unpolluted freshwater streams. There's the famous Murray and Snowy Rivers, magnificent valleys and undulating meadows. The Snowy region is proudly unique and abundant in its natural attractions. All this sets the scene for some fantastic outdoor fun. The Snowy
Flyfishing in Tumut River. Image courtesy Ross Honeysett; Tourism NSW.
Mountains are a must-see place, winter or summer. In summer it's an amazing location for bushwalks, trout fishing, horse riding and experiencing the Australian bush, frontiersman-style. "This is the real Australia. You feel like the man himself - the scenery is spectacular, the people Dinky Di, and the feeling of riding the high country is
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He hails from Snowy River, up by Kosciusko's side,
White water rafting on Thredbo River in Summer. Image courtesy Jon Armstrong; Tourism NSW.
Where the hills are twice as steep and twice as rough, Where a horse's hoofs strike firelight from the flint stones every stride, The man that holds his own is good enough. And the Snowy River riders on the mountains make their home, Where the river runs those giant hills between; I have seen full many horsemen since I first commenced to roam,
amazing." - David Koch Some areas around Mt Kosciuszko have been national parks since 1898, so in the summer the bushland is pristine and beautiful. The relatively mild climate of the Australian snowfields means that there's an glorious palette of flora to see. While Tumut, in the foothills of the NSW Snowy Mountains, is the same whichever way it's spelled, its seasons are vastly different. Summer brings cool, clean and fast-moving waters perfect for trout fishing. Green Kosciuszko National Park melts into the autumn colours Tumut is famous for. Winter brings skiing enthusiasts as the Snowys are covered in a blanket of snow and wildflowers jump into life on the edges of the Tumut River as spring emerges. This is one of Australia's really beautiful towns. Tumut is encircled by popular walking tracks and abounds in brown and rainbow trout. Batlow, the apple capital of Australia is close by. During the 1850s
rush, Tumut's population boomed with prospectors staying or passing through to mine for gold in the neighbouring towns. Tumut is the perfect base for exploring the Yarrangobilly thermal pools and limestone caves. The township of Jindabyne, nestled around the shores of magnificent Lake Jindabyne comes into its own in summer, when people are drawn to its diverse attractions. Its lake and mountain location makes it perfect for extreme sports or wildflower walks. Take advantage of the plenitude of mountain bike, 4WD, horse riding and hiking trails in the area. Lake Jindabyne is popular for waterskiing, snorkelling, sailing and canoeing. "Climb" Mount Kosciuszko – it's more of a nice hike, really. In January, check out the Jindabyne Rodeo. Visit Gaden Trout Hatchery. Fish and wake board on Lake Jindabyne. Or for something completely different,
Mountain biking, Snowy Mountains. Image courtesy Tourism NSW.
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But nowhere yet such horsemen have I seen. - Andrew Barton "Banjo" Paterson (1864-1941) Berridale. Image courtesy Don Fuchs; Tourism NSW.
go to The Boggy Creek Show - an outstanding representation of Australia's unique Mountain Heritage. A third generation mountain cattleman, Tim takes you through the history of Boggy Creek and tells the tales of long ago. The show contains varied aspects of rural life, which includes mustering, whip cracking, sheep tricks, shearing, Australian working kelpies and horsemanship. www.boggycreekshow. com.au Phone: 02 - 6948 8273 The Snowy Mountains region is approximately five hours by car south from Sydney, eight hours north from Melbourne and just over an hour south from Canberra. Or you can fly into nearby Cooma. This summer try the Snowy Mountains. It's Banjo's Country. He would have been so proud to see it all again now. UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY
NSW + Snowy Mountains
Snowy Mountains Area Adaminaby (453 km SW) Gooandra Alpine Cottages, Snowy Mountains Hwy. [CO - 2][SC]
Bombala (506 km SW) Bombala - Maneroo Motel, 167 Maybe St.
Bredbo (370kmS) Feather's Bed & Breakfast, 12 Cosgrove Street. Paddington Hills Rural Retreat, 157 Jerangle Road. [CA - 4][BB]
Cooma (405 km SW) Cooma Visitors Centre, 119 Sharp Street.
Crackenback (465 km SW) Altitude 1260 Resort, 226 Westons Road (off The Alpine Way). Crackenback Farm Mountain Guest House, 914 Alpine Way. [GH - 8][AMA]
Lake Crackenback Resort, 1650 Alpine Way.
Guthega Guthega Alpine Inn, Guthega Village.
Jindabyne (465 km SW) Aalberg (The), 8 Kirwan Close. Alpine Gables Apartment Motel, Cnr Kosciusko Rd & Kalkite St. Andrea's Whitehouse, Alpin Way. Banjo Paterson Inn, 1 Kosciuszko Road. Ph 02 6456 2372. See our display advertisement.
Image courtesy Tourism NSW.
Bimblegumbie Mountain Lodge, 942 Alpine Way,Thredbo Valley. Carinya Alpine Village, 82 Carinya Lane. Discovery Holiday ParksJindabyne, Kosciusko Road & Alpine Way. Enzian Lodge, 42 Gippsland St. [GH - 8][AMA] Hannas Hutte, 51 Gippsland Street. Highland Lodge, Eucumbene Rd, East Jindabyne. Jindabyne Equestrian Resort, Cnr Kosciuszko Hway/Hilltop Road. Kosciusko Mountain Retreat, Kosciusko Rd, Sawpit Creek. Lakeview Plaza Motel, 2 Snowy River Ave. Mia Creek Bed and Breakfast, 88 Wollondibby Road via. Peppers Over The Lake, 12 Candlebark Circuit. Quality Resort Horizons, Kosciuszko Rd. Ph 02 6456 2562. See our display advertisement. Snowy Wilderness, 2911 Barry Way. Station Resort - Jindabyne (The), 8228 Snowy River Way. Stockyards Jindabyne Snowy Mountains, PO Box 489. Swagman's Rest (The), PO Box 976. Tourism Snowy Mountains, Snowy River Avenue.
Nimmitabel (450 km SW) Nimmitabel Royal Arms, Snowy Mountains Hwy. [GH][AMA]
Perisher Valley (495 km SW) Chalet Sonnenhof. Stables Resort in Perisher Valley, Valhalla Road.
Smiggin Holes (494 km SW)
Tumbarumba (504 km SW)
Lodge 21, Kosciusko National Park. [L - 15][DBB]
McPhersons Plains Alpine Retreat, PO Box 253.
Thredbo (497 km SW)
Tumut (420 km SW)
Alpenhorn Lodge, Buckwong Place. Aneeki Ski Lodge, 9 Bobuck Lane. Bernti's Mountain Inn, 4 Mowamba Pl. [GH - 29][AMA] Blackbear Inn, 30 Diggings terrace. Candlelight Lodge, 32 Diggings Terrace. [GH - 14][DBB]
Denman Hotel, Diggings Terrace. House Of Ullr, Mowamba Place. Lantern Apartments (The), 2 Banjo Drive. [A] Oberdere, Summit Way. River Inn, Friday Drive, Thredbo Village. Silvertop Snowy Mountains Retreat, Westons Road. Ski In Ski Out, Chalet 9 end of Crackenback Drive. Snowgoose Apartments, Diggins Terrace. Squatter's Run Apartments, Mowamba Place. The Peak at Thredbo, Thredbo Alpine Hotel & Apartments, Friday Drive. Thredbo Chamber of Commerce (Tourism Thredbo), PO Box 132. Winterhaus Lodge, 11 Alpine Way.
Thredbo Valley (526 km SW) Alpine Habitats, 11 Wollondibby Rd Corner of Alpine Way. Pender Lea Chalets, 1056 Alpine Way. [SC]
Elm Cottage Tumut
Little River Road Ph: 02 6947 5818 Three private self contained cottages with stunning river and valley views make Elm Cottage a magical destination for a relaxing holiday just a 4 hour drive from Sydney. Set on 62 acres Elm Cottage is a pet friendly property which takes you away from city life and helps you to slow down and enjoy nature at its own pace. Whether you're on your honeymoon, celebrating a special occasion, or just looking for an unforgettable spot to relax and recharge your batteries then Elm Cottage is for you. [CO][SC] E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Web: www.elmcottage.com.au
Nimbo Fork Lodge, 330 Nimbo Road.
Ribbonwood Cottages
116 Lacmalac Rd Ph: 02 6947 2527 Fax: 0407 493 515 Five beautifully appointed cottages nestled on the banks of the Tumut River. Trout fishing, farmstay, private, close to town, close to Selwyn snowfields. [CO - 8][SC] E-mail: brett@ribbonwoodcottages. com.au Web: www.ribbonwoodcottages. com.au
Tumut Valley View Motor Inn, Snowy Mountains Hwy & Bundarra Cresc.
Image courtesy Mark Pokorny; Tourism NSW.
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The following packages are designed especially for couples to come and enjoy: | gourmet and indulgence | skiing and snow boarding holidays | quad bike riding in the Snowy Wilderness to view wild brumbies | eco-tour to the fabulous Snowbridge underwater caves of the Snowy River | abseiling | bushwalking | trout fishing with your own guide and boat.
Find out more by visiting www.horizonsresort.com.au or phone (02) 64 562 562.
1 Kosciuszko Road Jindabyne, NSW 2627 Freecall: 1800 046 275 T: (02) 6456 2372 F: (02) 6456 1138
Here's a place to have it all! Right in the heart of Jindabyne with a choice of three beautiful bars, Clancy's delicious restaurant and even its own brewery on site, 'The Banjo' is the perfect base for relaxing, romantic weekend escapes as well as for experiencing the legendary line-up of outdoor activities in the area including skiing and boarding in the winter season. In its central location with brilliant views over the lake, 'The Banjo' is just a short walk from all the town's facilities. Not that you'll want to stray far as, in addition to accommodation to suit every pocket, the contemporary surroundings and modern facilities include Musters Bar, Clancy's Brasserie and Cocktail Bar and Banjo's Nightclub. This is also home to Australia's highest brewery, Dr Chuck Hahn's Kosciuszko Brewing Company. What better than to sip the fruity,
golden Kosciuszko Pale Ale, produced right here on the premises and available on tap? If you feel like really spoiling yourselves, check in to the Executive loft apartment which has wonderful views, two balconies, a luxuriously over-sized king bed, fully equipped kitchen and many other desirable features including a plasma TV and leather lounges. There are also Budget rooms as well Lakeview rooms with ensuite, king bed, TV, bar fridge and tea/coffee making while Lakeview Deluxe rooms have additions such as spa baths or full kitchens. Your welcoming hosts know just what you like – the freedom to do what you want, when you want, whether you are here to enjoy the activities the Kosciuszko National Park has to offer, just relax, take a spa treatment or combine all of the above for a very special break in one of Australia's most beautiful regions.
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DESTINATION + Gold Coast
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Fresh light on the
Gold Coast "Very GC" is the way Australia's favourite playground, the Gold Coast, likes to promote itself these days.
oday's "Very GC" consists of sleek and stylish shopping malls, theme parks that continually reinvent themselves, world-class restaurants, great wineries and a quality outdoor experience that's near perfect all year round. If you haven't visited the Gold Coast for a while, you'll be amazed to see how Surfers Paradise has morphed into a far more vibrant and sophisticated place to relax and savour the soft sea breezes. Take a ride to the 77th Level of Q1, the tallest residential tower in the Southern Hemisphere and drink in the views up and down the coast. At the base of the building is Absynthe, a restaurant run by a chef with Michelin-star credentials and well on its way to gaining iconic status as the Gold Coast's top diner. The Tedder Avenue restaurant strip is the place to go to be seen by everyone who 46
counts on the coast. Only a short drive inland lies the spectacular Gold Coast Hinterland, an area frequently overlooked by visitors as they hare up and down the highways. Those who venture away from the coastline, however, are rarely disappointed. The dramatic landscape wrapped around the McPherson Range, which stretches back 60km to the NSW border, is rich with national parks and mountain air. This unspoilt environment is a medley of rural plantations, vineyards, thickly forested valleys, enchanting bushwalking trails and pristine mountain pools. Easily accessible by car, the area is the perfect antidote to the cacophony of the coast. The Gold Coast Hinterland is loved for its rainforests, temperate climate and creative talents of the people who have made it their home. Among them
Hinterland, Gold Coast. Image courtesy Tourism Queensland.
are a new generation of winemakers who currently have more than 1,300 hectares of vines, producing some highly acclaimed wines. Tamborine Mountain has some great galleries and cafes, as well as a thriving avocado industry. It's also well known for its rhubarb and kiwi fruit. The oldest winery and vineyard is at the beautiful Tamborine Estate. Albert River Wines, with its cellar-door tasting rooms and Verandah Restaurant, is housed in the former Auchenflower House, a famous Brisbane landmark that was home to three former Queensland Premiers.
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Gold Coast + DESTINATION
Hinterland, Gold Coast. Image courtesy Tourism Queensland.
Springbrook is a small town located in a beautiful World Heritage listed rainforest area behind Queensland's Gold Coast. It's surrounded by Springbrook National Park which offers some superb bushwalking and viewing areas. Also in the Springbrook area are a number of restaurants, tea rooms and craft houses. Some must see aspects of Springbrook include: • The giant Purling Brook Falls; • The famous Natural Bridge with dramatic waterpool and cave pool; • 100 bird species including rare and threatened species; • Nocturnal tours to see delicate glowworms; • The aptly named Best of All Lookouts, set among the clouds with views across the New South Wales Border. The Mt Cougal section of Springbrook National Park is the northern rim of what
Only a short drive inland lies the spectacular Gold Coast Hinterland, an area frequently overlooked by visitors as they hare up and down the highways. Those who venture away from the coastline, however, are rarely disappointed.
Image courtesy Tourism Queensland.
was once a massive volcano which stretched south from Byron Bay and west to the Great Dividing Range and is also part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia. We were savvy with this history, having visited the Green Cauldron exhibit of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary which provides an introduction to the history of the area and animals found in the region. Currumbin Valley is an easy 20 minute
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drive from Currumbin Beach. The lush hinterland is a 1.5km wide and 15km long sub-tropical with sheer escarpments, creeks, rock pools and waterfalls, all of which can be explored on well maintained walks. On the way back from the Hinterland make a compulsory stop at a roadside fruit stall – the inexpensive and locally grown fruit and vegetables are out of this world with their flavours and freshness. UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY
QLD + Brisbane & Surrounds
Brisbane & Surrounds Ascot (7 km N) Airway Motel, 6 Lamington Ave. Quest Ascot, 289 Lancaster Rd.
Mantra on Queen, 570 Queen St.
Royal on the Park, Cnr Alice & Albert Sts.
Spring Hill (1 km N)
Marque Hotel Brisbane, 103 George St.
Sebel & Citigate King George Square Brisbane (The), Cnr Ann & Roma Sts.
Best Western Astor Metropole Hotel & Apartments, 193 Wickham Terrace.
Sebel Suites Brisbane (The), Cnr Albert & Charlotte Streets.
Best Western Portal Hotel, Astor Terrace.
Skyline Apartments, 30 Macrossan Street.
Oxygen Apartments, 150-170 Leichhardt Street.
Sofitel Brisbane Central, 249 Turbot Street.
Quest Spring Hill, 454 Upper Edward Street.
Stamford Plaza Brisbane, Cnr Edward & Margaret Streets.
Ridge On Leichhardt, 189 Leichhardt St.
Urban Brisbane, 345 Wickham Terrace.
Spring Hill Mews, 27 Birley St.
Brookfield (16 km W)
Tribeca Apartments, 292 Boundary St.
Toowong (3 km W)
Oaks Festival Towers, 108 Albert Street.
LeatherWood Lodge, 49 Leatherwood Place.
Ipswich (40 km W)
Oaks Lexicon, Cnr Ann & Wharf Sts.
Jephson Hotel, 63 Jephson Street.
Metro Hotel Ipswich International.
Medina Executive Brisbane, 15 Ivory Lane. Metro Hotel Tower Mill, 239 Wickham Terrace.
Waves Resorts, PO Box 2225.
Bribie Island (69 km N) Avon Lodge, 132 Avon Ave Banksia Beach. Fairways Retreat, 22 Links Road, Woorim. Placid Waters Holiday Apartments, Cnr Toorbul & Foster Sts. [A][SC]
Brisbane Annies Shandon Inn, 405 Upper Edward St. [GH - 19][BB]
Brisbane Marriott Hotel, 515 Queen St.
Oaks 212 Margaret 212 Margaret St Ph: 07 3012 8020 Fax: 07 3012 8070
E-mail: 212margaret@theoaksgroup. com.au Web: www.oakshotelsresorts.com.au
Oaks Charlotte Towers, 128 Charlotte Street. Oaks Felix, 26 Felix Street.
Park Regis North Quay, 293 North Quay.
Paddington (3 km W)
Q Resorts Abbey Apartments, 160 Roma St.
Fern Cottage B&B, 89 Fernberg Road. [H - 3][BB]
Quality Hotel The Inchcolm, 73 Wickham Terrace.
Redcliffe (34 km N)
Quay West Suites Brisbane, 132 Alice St.
Waltzing Matilda Motel, 109 Margate Pde.
Hilton Brisbane, 190 Elizabeth Street.
Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane, 255 Ann St.
South Bank (2 km S)
Holiday Inn Brisbane, 159 Roma Street.
Royal Albert Hotel & Apartments, Cnr Albert & Elizabeth Sts.
Mantra Southbank, 161 Grey St.
Chifley at Lennons (The), 66-76 Queen St Mall. Conrad Treasury Brisbane, 130 William Street. Grand Chancellor (Hotel) Brisbane, 23 Leichhardt St (Cnr Wickham Tce).
Toowong Central Motel Apartments, 38 Jephson St.
Woolloongabba (3 km S) Diana Plaza Hotel, 12 Annerley Rd. Hotel Chino Apartments. 19 O'Keefe Street. Q Resorts Gabba Central Serviced Apartments, 803 Stanley Street Cnr Ipswich Road.
Brisbane City Skyline. Image courtesy Tourism Queensland.
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