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Tallowood cottage Bonny Hills
Tallowood cottage Bonny Hills
Tallowood cottage Bonny Hills
Tallowood cottage Bonny Hills
Tallowood cottage Bonny Hills

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 670 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bonny Hills, NSW
  • Rainbow Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • North Haven Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Pilot Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

About this property

Tallowood beachfront cottage

STRAIGHT ACROSS BEACH
The cottage is located on the corner of Rodley Street and Beach Street. Rainbow beach, Bonny Hill's main patrolled beach, is straight across the road. Unleashed dog friendly beach is diagonally across the road across Vinegar Creek. Put on your cosies, walk 10 steps and off you go! How good is this?! Watch the kids play in the playground diagonally across the road while you chill on the deck.

MODERNISED BEACH COTTAGE
The cottage has recently received some needed TLC to restore it to its former glory and add some of today's standards such as dishwasher, airco, WIFI yet preserving its original character. It has an open plan living and pleasant beach vibe.
This is one of three traditional cottages and the last one standing in Bonny Hills. The cottage has been used by many families from inland NSW and the city from the 1950's onwards to holiday on the coast. Back then Bonny Hills was only reachable by dirt road.

ROOMS, BATH AND BEDS SLEEPS 2 to 6 GUESTS
Great stay for couples, two couples or a family.
Two bedrooms (queen beds), one main bathroom inside, extra toilet outside and second traditional shower in separate laundry building. BEDS: master bedroom with queen bed, second bedroom with queen bed and single bed.

LARGE YARD
Green lawns surround the cottage with native plants decorating the borders. The beach is your front lawn.

PET FRIENDLY
Furry friends are welcome. Ideally outside dogs or well trained smaller inside dogs. Pets to be kept off furniture and beds, at night pets can sleep inside at back hallway or in the laundry. Please just chat to us about your needs and kindly inform us about the type of pet. Thank you! The side yard and back patio are fully enclosed.

BE OUR GUEST
This cottage is almost too good to be true, located near the Big4 holiday park yet more privacy and plenty of your own space. Similar standards and experience can be expected as other properties in the mySOLscape family.

Property manager

Susan de Jonge and team
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property registration number PID-STRA-4051

About the area

Bonny Hills

Located in Bonny Hills, this cottage is on the beach. Long Point Vineyard & Art Gallery and Mid North Coast Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cod Grounds Marine Park and Billabong Koala Wildlife Park. Macquarie Nature Reserve and Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bonny Hills, NSW

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Beach Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rainbow Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • North Haven Beach - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Pilot Beach - 18 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Town Beach - 23 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Kendall Station - 21 min drive
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Cathie Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Laurieton Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Cafe Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caramels at Cathie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bonny Hills Beach Hotel Bistro - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tallowood beachfront cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tallowood beachfront cottage?

As of 14 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tallowood beachfront cottage on 15 Apr 2025 start from AU$399.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Tallowood beachfront cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tallowood beachfront cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tallowood beachfront cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bonny Hills cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Rainbow Beach Reserve and Mary Reserve. Rainbow Beach and Queens Lake State Conservation Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Silvia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cozy stay
Lovely place in great location. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ben J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Very close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach side paradise
Gorgeous little cottage across the road from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a great location right opposite the beach. The property was the perfect beach house as it had everything you needed & was relaxed enough not to be worried about having the dog there or coming in with sandy feet. We loved it so much we rebooked.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Eduardo S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ok but a bit expensive
Great location, great support but it's not as clean as expected for the high fee, it can get hot and fan in main bedroom is tiny and noisy, a tower fan would be better (or ceiling)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbeatable beach location
A cosy beach shack across the road from the beach with beach views and stroll to cafe and pub. The second bedroom was cramped with bedding for four people with no shelves or storage for personal belongings - but it was a comfortable stay for two people.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is located opportune beach and has a ramp from the front deck to the grass providing exclusive access to beach. The cottage is lovely with just enough honey touches without being too cluttered. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Older property located directly opposite Rainbow Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location
Great house and facilities and good location opposite the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Branko C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
We have the most relaxing stay at Tallowood Cottage. Fantastic place, furnished just right, metres from the beach. Our dog was very pleased too…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach cottage
Loved our stay at Tallowood. Straight across from the beach. Perfect position and so comfortable (and immaculately clean). Such a relaxing and beautiful place to unwind for a few days. Can’t wait to return. Five stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaye F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beachside property
We had a lovely stay with our dog Molly.Walked along the beach across the road every day. Property was clean and comfortable. Very relaxing few days, Kaye Roy and Molly
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Beach Property
Excellent location, surf breaks that meet every level of surfer or swimmer, friendly locals and a great stretch of pet friendly beach. Sitting on the front deck with a wine watching surf was a nice relaxing experience. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beach Front shack
Location is perfect. Super cute property with everything we needed for a few nights away. Dog friendly with gated front veranda overlooking beach and fenced rear yard. Great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location beach Acroos the road Funky decor Beds were comfortable Property was clean & comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

veronica m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Bonny Hills
Wonderful, relaxing and quiet beach home. Beds are extremely comfortable, all modern appliances and proximity to the beach and Fat Fish Cafe is great. Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great dog friendly beach side cottage
Beautifully Renovated original beach cottage directly opposite the beach and dog friendly which for us was a big ++. Location was perfect for our short getaway. The cottage living space and kitchen are well equipped and perfect for a short stay. Main bedroom has a queen bed and second bedroom has a queen and bunks. Suggest suitable for 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 kids only. Due to Covid we didn’t get to experience the Fat Fish restaurant / Cafe or surf club across the road but plenty of options around the area. Definitely recommended. Paul and Karen (Newport)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beachfront location
Been back twice now and will return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
WOW - what a fabulous location and wonderfully welcoming, and well styled cottage. We stayed with a family of 5 and had plenty of room, and all the comforts. Loved being able to stroll across the road to the beach, or just sit on the verandah and enjoy the breeze. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic one night stay!!
We stayed for one night at Tallowood on the way to pick up our new pup, jack russell terrier, Celeste! We had our Great Dane with us. To say that we enjoyed Tallowood would be a massive understatement! The place had everything we could ask for and more! The beach was literally across the road and dog friendly! We will be returning for sure!! Cannot recommend Tallowood highly enough!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Susan de Jonge and team

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This property is proudly managed by Susan and the dedicated team at Beachscape Holiday Rentals, a local boutique agency specialising in luxury holiday accommodations. Our goal is to ensure your stay is effortlessly enjoyable. Your beds will be beautifully made, towels plentiful, and the pantry stocked with all essentials. Simply arrive, unwind, and indulge in relaxation!

What makes this property unique

HIGHLIGHTS
Ocean views
Straight across the beach
Airco
Free WIFI
Pet friendly

Languages:

English, German, Dutch

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests