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The Old School House<br>STRA # 31919

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POSH...Patonga Old School House
Family Reunions, Special Occasions, Get Togethers!
Dining Table seats 10 +
Great for family get togethers.
Dining
Interior
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Patonga, NSW
  • Popular LocationPatonga Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationEttalong Diggers Club11 min drive
  • Popular LocationTuro Reserve24 min drive
  • AirportPalm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)105 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Sleeping Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

The Old School House<br>STRA # 31919

Description

This quaint historic building was once the Patonga School House and has also been a general store. We have chosen to nickname the house, POSH (Patonga’s Old School House) because it’s easier to say than the lengthy name.

POSH is an historic building but was sympathetically renovated creating an open, airy, ambient atmosphere inside whilst retaining the quaint, ‘old school’ appearance. POSH is now a comfortable, open plan, casual beach house.
POSH is within a few moments easy level stroll to all amenities that Patonga has to offer which includes the Coffee Shop, Renowned Fish and Chip Shop as well as the Patonga Boathouse Hotel which serves great meals.

Of course there is also the beach, creek and Patonga Wharf across the road from the coffee shop, great to wander out on to the wharf to sip your coffee enjoying the views, the sunshine and waterside activities.

This house has a light and airy ambience. It offers open plan, casual living, a well equipped galley kitchen, with 2 actual bedrooms, a sleeping space as per mud map/house plan and 2 modern bathrooms. The living space opens onto a private courtyard which nestles beneath a stunning cliff highlighted by the spotlights at night.

PLEASE NOTE: As of 1st March 2020, the configuration of the bedrooms at POSH will change to allow us to maintain a private room which is used as storage and maintenance. No one will be present or access this room during your stay, The house will still sleep seven and have a Queen, Double and Sofa Bed, sleeping six however a portacot and roll out trundle is available if required.

If you require the cot or the trundle bed, please, let us know as they are stored.

Ceiling fans - throughout the house add to the sea breeze in summer and in winter there is a R/C air conditioning to keep the house cosy. Go to sleep to the sound of the waves.

Easy street parking.

Sleeping Arrangements -There are two actual bedrooms;

Bedroom One (queen size bed).
Sleeping area - Sofa Bed
Bedroom Two (Double bed).
All the beds have electric blankets, bedside lamps as well as ceiling fans and remote controlled lights.

Cot- There is a portable cot, linen, towels, highchair and a potty also available if needed.
A roll out trundle is also available but notification to get it out is required as it is stored.

Linen - Linen and towels are provided for guests noted on the details form.

Towels – are provided, Beach Towels are not supplied.

Living Areas – there is a living/lounge areas, with a large screen, wall mounted TV and DVD/Multi Media player. A selection of DVD movies is also available as well as some books. The dining table seats 8 persons comfortably, great for a family get together and under the pergola is an area where a quiet moment can be enjoyed with a good book and a cup of tea or coffee.

BBQ- is available on the deck under the pergola.

Tea. Coffee, Sugar, Condiments,Paper towel, Hand soap, Toilet Paper, Wash Powder,
Kitchen Detergent, Dishwasher Tablets, cloths, Fly Spray etc all provided.

Pets – Metal bowls provided.This property is Pet Friendly but only upon negotiation with owners as there are hygiene and cleanliness requirements to adhere to if you wish to bring a pet ie, no animals are permitted in the house, checking the yard for dog waste and disposing of accordingly.

The premises is fully fenced however due to recent heavy storms etc we have ‘decommissioned’ the back yard so that water mitigation works and subsequent landscaping can be undertaken so it is not accessible.

Netflix is now connected.
Internet connection is available but will require a password, please request the password.
(Please note the reception for the Internet can be quite sketchy!)

Purpose of Visit
Patonga is a quiet fishing village, a very special place not very far from Sydney, where a you can relax, do as much as you wish or as little as you wish, cook as much as you like or not at all, go on long walks or short walks or not at all. It is quiet and we’d like to keep it that way by asking that the rights of neighbours and the community is respected.

POSH is a place where families get together, relax, enjoy the ambience, enjoy the beach, watch the stars, watch the birds, watch a movie, take the kids on a walk, to the playground, play a game of hit and giggle at the tennis courts, fish, swim, paddle, sunbake or just let the world rush on by.

We rarely book back to back so that allows us to be flexible with arrival and departure times.
If you have any requests regarding this, please talk to us.

The house is two bedrooms, one sleeping area which is not a seperate room, two bathrooms, sleeping six, a cot and a roll out trundle is (please ask us if required as they are stored) available as well as amenities including bath towels and bed linen.

NB- The total number of guests staying MUST be nominated at the time of booking.

One room has been closed off for maintenance and private use. There will no persons utilising that room during any guest stays.

The house is also walking distance to the Patonga Hotel who offer a courtesy bus as well as other facilities.

Patonga Schoolhouse is NOT available for parties or other occasions that create noise or disturbance to others. Patonga Schoolhouse is therefore NOT available for bucks' weekends, "schoolies week" etc.

There is a ‘MINIMUM TWO NIGHT STAY’
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Many thanks.
Kerry and Peter.

Property manager

Kerry and Peter
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision/responsibility given by parents/carers

Events

No events allowed
Two night minimum stay.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
ONLY Upon negotiation with property owners.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside, ashtrays must be used and emptied
House must be left clean and tidy, dishes washed, dried and put away. All cooking appliances be cleaned after use, including the BBQ.
Pets to be supervised, not left alone and are forbidden on beds or other furniture. Messes to be disposed of accordingly.
No bucks parties, Schoolies or excessive noise.

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
Note from host: Two night minimum stay.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-31919, 2256

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Patonga

Located in Sydney, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Terrigal Beach and Brisbane Water National Park, while Ettalong Beach and Henry Kendall Cottage & Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Umina Recreation Centre and Australian Reptile Park. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Map
Patonga, NSW

What's nearby

  • Patonga Beach - 1 min walk
  • Umina Beach - 8 min drive
  • Ettalong Diggers Club - 11 min drive
  • Turo Reserve - 24 min drive
  • Avalon Beach - 99 min drive

Getting around

  • Woy Woy Station - 18 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Umina Beach Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wandee Thai Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brooklyn Park - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Margarita Daze - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old School House<br>STRA # 31919 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Old School House<br>STRA # 31919?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old School House<br>STRA # 31919?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old School House<br>STRA # 31919 located?

This family-friendly Sydney holiday home is located by the sea, steps away from Brisbane Water National Park, Patonga Beach and Central Coast Hinterland. Scotland Island and Pearl Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MIKE K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and charming house
Location, Location, Location......Wonderful spot and almost next door to The Boathouse restaurant and beach. We stayed with our children and cavoodle and had a lovely time. Communication with our host, Kerry, was excellent - welcoming and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melandie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
A lovely place to stay loved the large dinner table great for family game night. So close to beach and river just a wonderful place
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday 2023
Amazing location, with everything we needed. Kerry even organised a Christmas tree and decorations for our kids during their stay. Thank you for your amazing hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

KATY W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
The location of the schoolhouse is perfect and communication from Kerry was always prompt. The house is quaint and has everything you need for a perfect weekend. Our dog loved the house and running along the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie-ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
We have been coming to patonga for over the past 50 years so we have seen a lot of changes happen.. we have been bringing our daughters for the last 11 years with our dog Bella she was 3 months old when we 1st stayed at patonga school house.. we haven’t been here since 2018.. we have friends from England living here in Sydney and thought it would be nice to take them to patonga.. well they fell in love with it straight away just like us.. their dog Lolly and Bella loved the beach everyday morning and afternoon runs.. patonga school house is the best accommodation in patonga as we have stayed in a few houses and we always keep coming back to the school house to stay as it’s close to the beach and the pub and the wharf once you park your car you don’t have to moved it again until you leave.. we have bought so many family members and friends to patonga.. we loved the house.. it’s great having 2 bathrooms.. a fully equipped kitchen and bathrooms.. having linen provided is a plus.. we have got the best hosts.. thanks once again for a relaxing 3 day weekend away from the hustle and bustle.. and we will return again with our friends and their dog.. 🐾🐾🏖️❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott and P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous location and very comfortable
Located in gorgeous Pataonga, the Old School House was quaint and comfortable with a short walk to the beach Patonga creek and The Boathouse. Thank you to our wonderful hosts who made everything easy. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at P.O.S.H.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, just wish we could have stayed longer. POSH felt like a home away from home. Every room was immaculate, clean and fully equipped. There were even sharp knives. working appliances and everything in the kitchen you could want for. Our grandchildren greatly appreciated all the thoughtful touches. Our dog loved the place and the beach. We had a lovely ferry trip to Palm Beach for lunch. The Boat House restaurant was a bit pricing, but justified by the high quality food and service. The kids lovely the park, gentle beach and shell collecting. The whole experience was wonderful and hosts Kerry and Peter were great to deal with including local tips and info. Our 10yo granddaughter wants move in and my husband says it was the best place I’ve booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surreal Getaway
POSH "Patonga Old School House' was exceptional experience in going back in time staying in the School House. POSH is very quaint, very clean and their thought to provided so many little extras keeping the stay very comfortable Very central for walks, hotel and ferry to go to Palm Beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lili K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet seaside retreat
Cute property with lots of character. The town is quite remote so would suit families with smaller children.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great brief stay
Great spot to take a break. Chilled out in property and good meals at Boat house hotel. Great communication from the owners. Would recommend others to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gunde S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a relaxing stay in a peaceful place.
We enjoyed our stay in the charming Patonga Old School House with its quaint reminders of the past. The accommodation was very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. We appreciated the comprehensive information provided by the hosts about the practical details of the house and the history of the property. We thought the comfort of future guests could be improved by flyscreens on all the windows. The one jarring note was the smoke detector light that flashed every 45 seconds during the night in the front bedroom and we wondered about the need for this in a space that was otherwise calm and elegant. Nevertheless, we have been recommending the POSH to family and friends and can see ourselves staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Well equiped, comfortable, cozy and handy to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen W., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfortable and very cosy home.
The overall booking was the easiest I've had to do. Communication with owner was very easy going and a warming experience. There was nothing we needed to bring apart from ourselves and food and drinks. The owner has thought of everything to make your stay as comfortable and homely as possible. Thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patonga Getaway
Charming old school house met all our needs-perfectly located. Patonga is such a pretty place to take a mini break and explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
A delightful, well laid out, well provisioned cottage. It was perfect for our family of 4 and dog. Open plan living - comfy couches, ceiling fans, lots of windows for natural light, great beds, excellent water pressure made for a very comfortable stay. Communications with Kerry was very easy and helpful. Cottage just a block from the beach but still very quiet and private. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Una W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Getaway
We had a great time at this pet friendly property. The air conditioning, smart tv and wifi are great updates and improvements to this property. Loved the location and the house was extremely well equipped with everything you could need. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patonga
Beautiful Location. Helpful hosts who really put effort into property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brendan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patonga Gem
Thank you so much for being fantastic hosts! My partner and I absolutely enjoyed our stay at POSH Patonga (especially our pooch) for the long weekend. The cottage was brilliant and well serviced, we did a lot of cooking at home during our stay so the set up was ideal and being pet friendly allows the whole family to come. The hosts Kerry and Peter are very communicative & punctual great to talk with and provide recommendations for your stay. I will be highly recommending to our friends and family for a perfect central coast getaway😄 All the best Brendan
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway!
What a great spot! The house had everything we needed and was exactly as described, the hosts were very accommodating and easy to communicate with, and Patonga is just perfect for a relaxing beach getaway. We would highly recommend and will be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

GERARD G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location
Great property

10/10 Excellent

christian c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy, clean and convenient to everything
The old school house was great, clean and tidy with comfy beds, linen provided and a cot for our little one, close to everything and the hosts were very attentive to our requests and made us feel very welcome. We would happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

TONY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
COVID safe holiday close to Sydney
We enjoyed a week’s break. The cottage was conveniently located a short stroll from the beach, was pet friendly and child friendly. The owners were very communicative. Recommended for those of us coming out of lockdown.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Steven R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Getting awy from it All
Everything was there for the week,,, There is no local shop for odds and ends,,, Only One big restaurant,, while is was nice a quite,,,& beautiful area,, The getting away from it all rang true, owing to the fact there was no coverage even with the Telstra phones, this was more annoying than, I had planned to do some light work at night,,, It just simply didn't happen.. But I will get over it,,
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CoF
We had a lovely stay in a very well equipped, clean house. Very homely. Thank you :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

DEB K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary getaway
Great little cottage with everything you could need. Quiet yet just a stroll to the Boat House and the beach. Nice walk to Pearl Beach through the bush.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kerry and Peter

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Have been in hospitality for 32 years, have had properties in QLD but they were managed, therefore it's a pleasure for us to manage this property ourselves, add personal touches and pay attention to detail in order to make this a comfortable stay for our guests.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love!

What makes this property unique

The Patonga Old School House is a Heritage Listed home built around 1919. It has been renovated and provides a quaint ambient atmosphere conducive to relaxation. It's a level home and sleeps seven persons and has the facilities suitable for a baby or young child/ren. Fully equipped kitchen, BBQ and pergola is perfect for family get togethers and reunions.
A short level stroll to the bay, beach, boat ramp and shore walks as well as the newly renovated Boat House Hotel and Restaurant which is open for early morning coffee, breakfasts etc and offers sensational beachfront views.
We have furnished and equipped the house with a view to guests comfort and although only a short walk to the hotel, it is very quiet and pet friendly (upon negotiation).

Languages:

English

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