We just came back from a 5 day break at Headland Magic for Christmas... all I can say is Magic by name and Magic by nature - literally! Nimi's place is right at the end of a cul-de-sac on the gateway to a National Park and a few minutes walk from 3 incredible beaches.

The walk down to the beach, through the National Park is beautiful and is bursting with native wildlife - kangaroos, black cockatoos, blue tongue lizards, etc. It really is a magical place. My other half is a surfer and he had a great time out on the waves too.

The unit is spotless and very comfortable, with everything you need for a relaxing break. Nimi left a little Christmas pressie for us, which was a real surprise and we all thought it was a lovely touch. There was also a bottle of bubbles in the fridge along with some essentials for breakfast. Thankfully we had great weather so we weren't inside very much, but we couldn't have wanted for anything if it had rained. There were even some board games and books on the shelf to keep us occupied, should we have needed it.

Nimi and family generally live above the unit and, though it would have been lovely to meet them, I think it worked out well as we can get a little vocal after a few Christmas bevvies! I hope we didn't disturb the neighbours ;)

Emerald Beach is a lovely little community and there are 3 great restaurants, a bottle shop and a local shop within a few minutes walk. I booked a table at Surf St. Cafe for Christmas eve and we were really looking forward to it. Unfortunately it didn't work out as they hadn't told me it was a set menu when I booked and our party had some dietary requirements which didn't suit. It was a shame, but certainly didn't affect our holiday.

On our last night we ate at the Italian, which was delicious! I'm told the mexican nextdoor is fabulous too.

We had a wonderful time in Emerald Beach and would definitely go back. It really is a very special part of the world :)

Thanks Nimi!

Laura, Al, Leona and Nan xxx