We had a 7 day holiday stay over Christmas at the place with two adults and two kids and really enjoyed the location as there are so many things to do around this area. Being avid AirBnB users, we have to compare it to other AirBnB accommodation we've previously had. This is definitely on the cheaper side, and that shows.
The Good:
The place has a nice backyard with beautiful frangipani and bamboo.
Walking distance to beach, river and Take Away Shop Pub and small Friendly Grocers.
A lot of things to do around Scott's Head, South West Rocks, Grassy Knob
Quite street
Off-Street Parking
Easy key collection
What you might want to know:
While for the price, you expect a simple accommodation, but there is a fine line between rustic and dilapidated, and this old fibro house could definitely do with a bit of TLC. There are holes in the walls & doors, the cabinets have water damage, the carpet seems to be original and is quite well used, the two-person sofa is probably the most uncomfortable you could find with the frame missing. The cushions held up by papers and wooden blocks.
No big deal if you spend your days at the beach, but due to rain we spend more time inside the house.
TV is the size of an iPad. No WiFi but good 4G phone reception if that's what you need. Kitchen plates and cups are all mixed and what appears to whatever was found at the local OP shop.
The second-bed room beds are toddler beds 20cm off the ground and would be quite uncomfortable for adults or taller teenagers.
The owners have left many personal items, including kids pictures, photo albums etc. inside the house.
Fridge struggled to keep cool on a hot day, and range hood above stove did not work.
Also, keep in mind you will need to bring everything from linen, towels, kitchen towels, toilet paper, dishwashing liquid so for a family of 4 this took quite a bit extra luggage to cart.
We still had a good time, but a little TLC would go a long way!