A wonderful sanctuary set in a reserve overlooking a canopy of eucalyptus trees and the Pittwater beyond. We woke up in the morning to a gentle chorus of Currawongs, Cockatoos, Lorikeets and Kookaburras which was just heartwarming as we had not been home to Sydney in over four years courtesy of COVID scuppering our plans in 2020.
The house is clean, airy, light, spacious and perfect for two couples sharing or a family of three or four. I travelled with my two sons from London. We had family living in Avalon so it was a perfect base to visit family and friends, head to the gorgeous beaches around the area (Avalon, Bilgola, Whale Beach, Palm Beach) and hang out locally.
The kitchen is fully equipped and the house has a barbecue on the balcony which we utilised often - it was just perfect to sit and watch the sunset over the water with a glass of wine followed by observing the wide expansive blanket of stars as evening sets in.
You do need a car if you stay there - the house is set on the top of a steep hill which is why it has fabulous views , but you would not want to walk up that hill to get there! Avalon shops with a supermarket, organic shops, butcher, fishmonger and other speciality stores and cafes and restaurants is just a 5 minute drive away.
I also did drive into Sydney city and surrounding areas for events with friends but it is easily an hour’s commute into the CBF - I would not have had it any other way though to be honest, as there is a wonderful atmosphere around the northern beaches that you don’t get living in the city or eastern suburbs (and I know because I have also lived there!)
Thanks to the host for a beautiful escape.
Rosie