10/10 Excellent
Jaime S.
28 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Seaside Secret - relax by the sea
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 670 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Great Mackerel Beach, NSW
- Avalon Beach63 min drive
- Palm Beach69 min drive
- Turo Reserve94 min drive
- Palm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
3 Single Beds and 1 Crib
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Seaside Secret - relax by the sea
A 30 minute ferry ride from Palm Beach - idyllic beach location within Kur-ing-gai National Park in Pittwater:
Search for "The Mackerel Video" on YouTube
- NO PETS, you will lose your security deposit if you do bring a pet
- Water access only. Ferry or Water Taxi access only
- Single level family friendly house
- 3 bedrooms: 2 with double beds and 1 with 3 bunks + baby cot (if required)
- 1 bath / shower - separate toilet
- seating for 6 inside dining table
- lounge and 2 arm chairs
- reverse cycle AC / heating
- seating for 12 on large outdoor covered deck - 2 banana lounges - large BBQ
- TV / DVD / Video
- use of 4 bikes
- bed linen and towels provided, baby cot available
- fully fitted kitchen with Microwave and Nespresso machine
- NO PETS:- we are in a National Park
- No parties
- Fishing, Swimming, Hiking and Wildlife galore
- There are no stores at Mackerel Beach, so you need to bring your food/drinks with you
- Use of trolley to help transport items from the wharf
Pricing Details
Price listed is for up to 7 persons
Max number of persons is 7
Check-out time is 11am
Bond of $300 returnable after post stay inspection
Cleaning fee of $120 mandatory
Minimum 5 night stay during Xmas school holidays and 2 nights at all other times
Search for "The Mackerel Video" on YouTube
- NO PETS, you will lose your security deposit if you do bring a pet
- Water access only. Ferry or Water Taxi access only
- Single level family friendly house
- 3 bedrooms: 2 with double beds and 1 with 3 bunks + baby cot (if required)
- 1 bath / shower - separate toilet
- seating for 6 inside dining table
- lounge and 2 arm chairs
- reverse cycle AC / heating
- seating for 12 on large outdoor covered deck - 2 banana lounges - large BBQ
- TV / DVD / Video
- use of 4 bikes
- bed linen and towels provided, baby cot available
- fully fitted kitchen with Microwave and Nespresso machine
- NO PETS:- we are in a National Park
- No parties
- Fishing, Swimming, Hiking and Wildlife galore
- There are no stores at Mackerel Beach, so you need to bring your food/drinks with you
- Use of trolley to help transport items from the wharf
Pricing Details
Price listed is for up to 7 persons
Max number of persons is 7
Check-out time is 11am
Bond of $300 returnable after post stay inspection
Cleaning fee of $120 mandatory
Minimum 5 night stay during Xmas school holidays and 2 nights at all other times
Property manager
Geoff Dolphin
Languages
Czech, English, French
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
We are in a National Park.
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property registration number PID-STRA-26992
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Sydney
Great Mackerel Beach, a neighbourhood in Sydney, is home to this cottage. Killcare Village Shops and Deepwater Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and JJ Melbourne Hills Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at McEvoy Oval or Central Coast Stadium. Sailing, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Great Mackerel Beach, NSW
What's nearby
- Palm Beach Golf Club - 46 min drive - 37.1 km
- Newport Beach - 54 min drive - 23.5 km
- Avalon Beach - 63 min drive - 28.5 km
- Palm Beach - 69 min drive - 32.8 km
- Turo Reserve - 94 min drive - 105.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Oliver's Pies - 40 min drive
- La Banette Patisserie Boulangerie - 38 min drive
- Jonah's Restaurant & Accommodation - 43 min drive
- Barrenjoey House - 44 min drive
- The Chick'n Shack - 39 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
8.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
1 Jan 2019
We loved our stay at seaside secret. Great mackerel beach is one of sydney's hidden gems
Megan B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Harriet G.
5 Dec 2018
Relaxing laid back
Harriet G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
8/10 Good
Kate H.
8 Oct 2018
Peaceful, fun relaxing weekend away!
Kate H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Andrew L.
10 Oct 2017
Fantastic getaway
Andrew L.
About the host
Hosted by Geoff Dolphin
Languages:
English, French, Czech
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