The location of Backcreek Cottage is magnificent - literally a stone's throw from the water (tidal creek - very clean during our stay and great for young kids to splash around or drift on the tide), and a very short walk to Horseshoe Bay Beach and all the shops/cafes of South West Rocks. The cottage is just big enough for our family of four - as long as the kids don't mind sharing a bed (Queen-size) in the 2nd bedroom - and is very well appointed... Great/modern appliances and plenty of cutlery/crockery/glassware for all your needs.
As mentioned in other reviews, there is no Wifi at the property and we found 4G reception (both Optus and Telstra) a bit patchy... so download your shows before you arrive! We found the west-facing balcony a great location to sit for our morning coffee, afternoon drinks, and even meals. Whilst there's a carpark right out front - and we were there in the middle of school holidays - we didn't have any trouble with noise, crowds, or rowdy behaviour - the carpark literally emptied out around dusk and the next noises were the cafe opening the next morning.
One thing to be aware of, is the bathroom window is in direct view of the cafe deck... so mostly needed to stay closed. Also the 2nd bedroom (no A/C) could get a little warm on a really hot night - but the kids didn't complain.
Frances was very responsive and easy to contact, and we had just an amazing time... already thinking of when we might return.