We felt very welcome at Bongil Cottage. Alexandra and her family were very nice. The cottage was immaculately clean, brand new, and tastefully and simply decorated. It had all the comforts of home, including kitchen supplies and flannel sheets and comfortable heater for the chilly nights. Alexandra is a kind and thoughtful host. She provided us with a plentiful supply of food for our "first" breakfast which lasted much longer than one meal for the four of us. Just a few of the foods included delicious eggs from her chickens, a fresh sourdough loaf of bread, a nice variety of fruit and much more. The family also shared some of their sweet potato harvest. We loved meeting the horse, chooks, dog and bunny rabbits. The cottage is close to lots of national parks, Coffs Harbour (Muttonbird Island Reserve), Sawtell (surf club lunch was delicious while watching the humpbacks passing in the distance) and many other activities. We all enjoyed the Solitary Islands Aquarium, canoeing at Bongil Creek and walking the Palm Crossing trail to Bongil Beach. We would definitely recommend this cottage for its comfort and close proximity to all sorts of beautiful natural reserves.