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Serene Luxurious Hideaway - Otford only 2km from Helensburgh

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Otford Valley Bed & Breakfast
Master Bedroom
Miscellaneous
Food and drink
Coffee and/or coffee maker

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Otford, NSW
  • Bald Hill Lookout
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Symbio Wildlife Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sea Cliff Bridge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bankstown, NSW (BWU)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Second Bath/Laundry

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Serene Luxurious Hideaway - Otford only 2km from Helensburgh

Indulge in a getaway at Otford Valley BnB in Otford, only 50minutes south of Sydney. A 5-minute drive to Helensburgh and the Royal National Park. Perfect for couples or singles on a 2-3 day retreat, with complimentary breakfast supplies provided.

Experience an inviting, cozy, and warm ambiance that instantly feels like home. Start your escape in a place that promises both tranquility and nearby adventures. Enjoy this private haven, unwind, or explore the nearby walking paths and visit local cafes and restaurants.

Otford Valley Bed & Breakfast is just minutes from many regional attractions, including the famous Bald Hill Stanwell Park lookout, where you can enjoy the stunning Northern Illawarra coastline, watch paragliders and hang gliders, and observe whale migrations at certain times of the year.

Close to many beautiful beaches and ocean rock pools such as Stanwell Park, Coalcliff, Wombarra, and Austinmer.

Otford is the gateway to the Royal National Park, where you can walk to the Figure 8 Pools or drive along the Grand Pacific Walk. Drive over the Sea Cliff Bridge and stop at one of the many oceanfront hotels or restaurants from Clifton to Thirroul.

Symbio Wildlife Park is also a short drive away.

The Grand Pacific Walk, a nearly 70 km coastal pathway from the Royal National Park to Lake Illawarra, follows the coastline with magnificent views of the beaches and the Pacific Ocean, making Otford Bed & Breakfast a perfect halfway point to rest in style.

Conveniently located within walking distance of Otford Railway Station.

We have a list of Uber drivers that may be available during your stay. Swimming, surfing, hang gliding, hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, paintball, and bushwalking are all accessible within a 5 km radius.

Local shopping is just a few minutes' drive away, with Coles at Helensburgh, a local butcher, bakery, and bottle shop, as well as a service station. Wollongong is a 20-minute drive via the M1.

There are excellent restaurants and cafes in Helensburgh and Stanwell Park for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with more details available in our welcome book at the cottage.

The bungalow features an ensuite, linen, ducted air conditioning, a 55” Smart TV with Netflix and Apple TV, a beautiful reclining leather lounge, a fully stocked kitchen, and filtered water.

Guest soap, shampoo, etc., can be found in the bathroom. Bed and bath linen are provided, along with wireless internet, games, and books.

We follow strict noise regulations and ask you to be respectful and considerate at all times. We want you to have the best time at the bungalow while respecting our lovely neighbors who generally prefer an early night and peace during the day.

Privacy is assured, however, if you need assistance, we are here to help.

Property manager

Jackie Boyce
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not eat in the bedrooms. Leave wet / sandy shoes outdoors
We request you to kindly pay in full, before checking into the property.
Sunday nights are garbage nights, so we may contact you! To see if rubbish needs to be taken out

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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-41869

About the area

Wollongong

Located in Otford, a neighbourhood in Wollongong, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a river. Garawarra State Conservation Area and Royal National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Symbio Wildlife Park and Helensburgh Tunnel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Otford, NSW

What's nearby

  • Bald Hill Lookout - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bulgo Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Symbio Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Stanwell Park Beach - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Sea Cliff Bridge - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Otford Station - 7 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tradies Helensburgh - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Imperial at Clifton - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Legendary Seafoods - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Scarborough-Wombarra Bowling Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Diem - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Luxurious Hideaway - Otford only 2km from Helensburgh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Luxurious Hideaway - Otford only 2km from Helensburgh?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Luxurious Hideaway - Otford only 2km from Helensburgh?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Luxurious Hideaway - Otford only 2km from Helensburgh located?

Located in Otford, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Garawarra State Conservation Area, Bald Hill Lookout and Bulgo Beach. Royal National Park and Werrong Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). Sydney Otford Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly Scent
This Bungalow is an Oasis of the highest quality. Every facet of the accommodation is presented with love and attention to detail is very obvious. Nothing has been left out and We will certainly be back. Thanks from Greg and Robyn
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Stay South of Sydney
I would recommend this to everyone, an amazing place to stay and unwind, reset and enjoy. The area, and the bungalow have amazing views. The hosts were incredible!! We’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gateway to the Illawarra
There could be no better place to stay than this beautiful retreat at Otford. Jackie and Chris’ little cottage is nestled between rainforest, a stunning cottage garden and the pretty village of Otford. A perfect place for us to explore the rockpools of the South Coast. The cottage is so lovely with everything you could possibly need for a relaxing stay. It is cleverly designed and feels very spacious with its wrap around verandahs where you can sit and admire the gardens and be serenaded by the birds. The cottage feels brand new and is in spotless condition. Jackie and Chris are generous hosts who treat you as friends. They kindly provided every kitchen supply you can imagine in addition to wine, chocolates, fruit, eggs, milk, sourdough and much, much more. They are invested in making their guests feel treasured and welcome and this flavoured our stay deliciously! I highly recommend this stay: we had a fantastic time and although we stayed nearly 2 weeks, we didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very supportive even though we couldn't stay
Thank you Jackie and Chris for your understanding when we couldn't stay with you after airports and airlines were impacted by the global computer outage on Friday 19th July'24. Excellent communications during the booking process and we appreciated your efforts to offer other dates for accommodation. Thank you for your generosity when you refunded our one night's accommodation fee. Hopefully, one day we can enjoy your hospitality! All the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful time
We loved our time at this oasis. Perfect to celebrate our 25th! Great proximity to Wollongong and surrounds as well as Royal National Park
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very good
very good
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

grace w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful place
beautiful property and jackie and chris were lovely! definitely coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A few days in Otford
The Otford Valley B&B was the perfect location from which to explore the Coastal Path that runs through the Royal National Park; and then recuperate with a dip in the sea or one of the many ocean pools that dot the coast from Otford to Wollongong. This capacious and comfortable B&B was very generously provisioned; in addition to the food and drink, our hosts ensured the unit was well stocked with all manner of spices, oils and condiments self-catering might require. When we tired of our own cooking, the hotel at Clifton provided an excellent alternative.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Boyce

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Together with my husband Chris, we welcome you to our B&B situated in Otford NSW.

We have been living in this magical neck of the woods for over 30 years, and we have made this place our home.

Chris recently retired from a successful career as the Director of an adventure sport company. I operate a small home based candle business.

Chris enjoys hang gliding and has many contacts should you wish to participate in a tandem flight. Now that we are both semi-retired, we decided to share our guest residence and whilst this is new to us, we have been hosts too many a friend, and believe we know how to make you feel welcome.

Chris & I enjoy bush walking, swimming at the local sea pools, riding our bikes, gardening and photography.

We look forward to meeting you, and are certain you will find the Bungalow very comfortable, with everything you need and maybe just that little more, you might have to keep coming back to share our beautiful home in Otford.

Hope to see you very soon!

Why they chose this property

We have been living in Otford for 32 years, we found the area most peaceful especially from the hustle and bustle of the city. Chris recently retired from a very successful Hang Gliding business which he started early 1980’s, in that business Chris took 1000’s of people and showed them the amazing coastline of the Northern Illawarra. A view that we never tire of.

The tranquility of the area, is something we love to share with our guests.

What makes this property unique

The Bungalow was purpose-built with lots of love and attention to detail for my mother, whom I cared for during the last few years of her life.

Most of the furnishings, tastefully acquired by her, have remained in the bungalow. We receive many wonderful comments about the setup, noting that this is not just a small house but a real home that is warm, inviting, and comfortable.

Additionally, my mother was a keen gardener, and together we created a beautiful garden. You can sit on the verandah and enjoy total privacy while watching the beautiful birds that come to visit.

Languages:

English, Dutch

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