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Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat

Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat

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Sport court
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Overview of Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Macmasters Beach, NSW
  • Popular LocationCopacabana Beach13 min walk
  • Popular LocationTuro Reserve12 min drive
  • Popular LocationAvoca Beach17 min drive
  • AirportPalm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)111 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat

This modern, open plan, architect designed property offers commanding panoramic ocean & beach views, enjoying the highest position closest to Second Headland.
Bordered by the Bouddi National Park and the Coastal Walking Trail - with your own private access from the property it is perfect for nature lovers.
Accessed by private driveway this holiday escape offers just about everything you could want for an enjoyable, peaceful & relaxing getaway.
The spacious, open plan home is located on a secluded acreage yet only a short 10 min walk through the Bouddi National Park to the MacMasters patrolled beach, rockpool & surf club. It is breezy & open plan with floor to ceiling sliding doors & windows with views from every room in the house.
Super sized entertaining decks on both levels and expansive landscaped grounds with large open grassed areas.
Even a nature trail loop with a secret picnic area.
Plenty of room for extended family or a group of friends. Please note that this property is not fenced.

This property is managed by Coastal Abode - you will be met on arrival at the property and given a brief orientation of the facilities with the handover of keys.

NO PARTIES OR EVENTS: As we are situated in a quiet residential neighbourhood, we ask that you please be respectful of our neighbours and ensure that there is no outdoor noise after 10 pm, we request no music or outdoor entertaining after this time. Sound travels easily to our immediate neighbours and as such, please be aware of noise levels at all times of the day.

Should there be ongoing noise disruption, our security company will be called to the property. If they deem the noise levels from the street disruptive to excessive it will result in a security call out fee of $500 and possible eviction.

No bucks, hens or schoolies.
Loss of security deposit is certain if Terms & Conditions are not met.
Please note that you will be required to fill out a guest form with details of each guest prior to arrival.

Features

Ultra modern kitchen with stone bench tops, butlers pantry, gourmet gas cook top & Miele double oven, microwave, dishwasher, French door fridge with filtered water & ice maker plus a Jura coffee machine.
Solar heated pool with extra side pool. The pool pavilion is also equipped with a kitchen & bathroom for your convenience. Poolside furniture & Sun lounges.
Full sized synthetic grass tennis court (includes use of rackets & balls), table tennis & Foosball table.
Security alarm, ducted air conditioning, under floor heating, ethanol fire place & double garage parking.
Outdoor / deck furniture and gas barbeques poolside and off the living room deck.

Sleeping Accommodation
5 spacious bedrooms -
Bed 1 - king sized bed with an indulgent ensuite- spa bath, rain shower & double basins.
Bed 2 - 2 singles
Bed 3 - 2 sets of double bunks plus a cot- the perfect kids room
Bed 4 - 2 singles
Bed 5 - king sized bed plus luxury ensuite with bath

Please note that the singles can be converted to king sized beds if requested.

On this level there is also a main bathroom with bath and a separate WC and fully equipped laundry with washer & dryer.


The base price is based on 10 guests (max of 8 adults) and includes quality bedlinen & bath towels for your stay.
Min 2 night stay during the week
Weekend bookings Friday - Sunday with late check out Sunday if requested.
Check in no longer possible on Saturday or Sunday.
Please note that Summer school holidays 2024/25 have a min of 5 nights- please check the calendar.

Location

MacMasters Beach is a unique tranquil location for those wanting a low key soft adventure getaway. MacMasters is a quiet community that welcomes like-minded people, those seeking a quiet and secluded getaway. MacMasters Beach is rated one of the best & cleanest surfing beaches on the coast and the natural rock swimming pool is great for kids.
The Surf Club beach kiosk is a place to enjoy a coffee or a meal of an evening. Open for breakfast & lunch.
Surf Club bar open Friday and Sunday nights for members and guests.
Loo Loo's Coffee shack, a quirky roadside stop, is open every weekday morning early until 1.00pm.
SeaCoast fishing Kincumber also offers the best in freshly caught lobster, prawns & fish- buy direct from the fisherman.
Stroll the beach to Copacabana with convenience store, newsagent, cafes & restaurants.

MacMasters is surrounded by Bouddi National Park, with many walking tracks of different levels of difficulty and wildlife is abundant. The Bouddi Coastal Walk stretches from MacMasters Beach through to Putty Beach and is one of the most spectacular on the Central Coast with views across to Palm Beach & Pittwater through to Sydney CBD.

Nearby the villages of Hardys Bay and Killcare offer a variety of galleries, eateries, boat and yacht hire and fishing spots.
You can also catch the ferry from the nearby Wagstaffe wharf to Ettalong markets & cinema complex or across to Palm Beach.

Please note: This is a smoke free house- inside and out.

Council, Police and the local community have strict requirements in regard to nuisance noise and offensive behaviour. Under Section 268 of the Protection Environment Operations Act 1997, a complainant may be successful in obtaining noise abatement order from the local court against the offender. Heavy fines apply.

Property manager

Christine Kleppen

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property registration number PID-STRA-10397

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Macmasters Beach

Located in Macmasters Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Ken Duncan Gallery and Ettalong Beach are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Umina Recreation Centre and Australian Reptile Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Pelican Plaza and Governor Phillip Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Macmasters Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Little Beach - 9 min walk
  • Copacabana Beach - 13 min walk
  • Turo Reserve - 12 min drive
  • Avoca Beach - 17 min drive
  • Terrigal Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Woy Woy Station - 25 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • Block 'n Tackle Brewery - 8 min drive
  • The Empire Bay Tavern - 10 min drive
  • Becker & Co. - 13 min drive
  • Avoca Surf House - 13 min drive
  • Avoca Beach Bowling & Recreation Club - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mourawaring House - Bushland Retreat located?

This family-friendly Macmasters Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Bouddi National Park and Little Beach. Copacabana Beach is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly fabulous property
A gorgeous house in a magical setting; generously appointed, beautifully presented and perfect for our large extended family group.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home away from home
We loved our stay here. The property has everything you need to enjoy the area or just chill at home. The children can entertain themselves with the grounds, pool and tennis courts. Beautiful bush walks and beaches super close. Great layout for sharing with other familes. Hope to be back! Super hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
Lovely relaxing spot. Spacious house, perfect to accomodate all the family with great views.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
great place Exellent for family holiday
We loved Staying at the property, it was clean gorgeous views and the host was very accommodating and helpful. we will book it again for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kye H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely get away
We had a wonderful time, the kids loved the pool & court. We did some exploring down at the rock pools. Christine was easy to deal with. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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Hosted by Christine Kleppen

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