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Penguin Head Retreat

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A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a coffee machine, and a window with a view of the sea.
A living room with a sofa, television, and a view of the sea through a sliding glass door.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a view of the sea, and a spacious living area with large windows.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Penguin Head Lookout

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Culburra Beach, NSW
  • Place, Penguin Head Lookout
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Culburra Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wollumboola Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

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About the area

Culburra Beach

Culburra Beach is home to this holiday home. Meroogal and Point Perpendicular Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nowra Golf Course and Coolangatta Estate. Nowra Aquatic Park and Jervis Bay Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Culburra Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Penguin Head Lookout - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Culburra Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wollumboola Lake - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Jervis Bay - 14 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Kiama Surf Beach - 52 min drive - 76.9 km

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 35 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something Seafood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bean Roasted - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪The Heads Hotel - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Callala Family Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sun Sun Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Penguin Head Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Penguin Head Retreat?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Penguin Head Retreat on 2 Nov 2026 start from £1,003, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Penguin Head Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Penguin Head Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penguin Head Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Penguin Head Retreat located?

Situated in Culburra Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Penguin Head Lookout and Culburra Beach. Wollumboola Lake and Culburra Beach Sunrise Walk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Spring break

Really enjoyed the house and its location. Very easy with a family. Amazing views and whales spotted every day.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Julia, thanks for sparing the time to give us your feedback. The team at Holiday Rental Specialists work hard behind the scenes to provide guests with an excellent experience, so it's nice to be rewarded with a 5 star review. We do hope you'll let us help you book your next holiday in New South Wales.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing property! can’t wait to come back again

we have to say the online pictures don’t do this place justice - so much beautiful space with a separate Tv room, an upstairs lounge and a downstairs lounge area, and also both separate front and back entertaining areas. optional outdoor entertaining areas too. not to mention great ocean views from the downstairs main bedroom and from the upstairs master room. just beautiful ! they provided everything you need to cook if you decide to do so, and 2 bbq’s to choose from. such beautiful outdoor areas, and the yard is completely fenced in which is great for pets. we had 2 pugs and a parrot - so easy! there was also a lovely picnic area down by the water, and we so loved that special space. overall the property was fitted out for comfort front and back, depending on the winds. it has amazing views & we didn’t want to leave! they suggest to pay it forward, hence leave what’s convenient for the next tenant so lots of condiments available. very impressed with ‘who gives a crap’ TP & other environmentally products as it gives back to the environment. we had such a lovely time for our 3 night stay with 3 adults and 2 teens, can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Good Afternoon Corri! Thankyou for taking the time to leave a review on your stay at Penguin Head Retreat! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay - we agree that the property is beautiful. HRS are pleased to hear that your getaway was enjoyable and we hope you made wonderful memories! We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a view!

We had stayed here a few years ago and were still amazed at the views. The house is perfect for a family with pets. We enjoyed every minute of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Good Morning Alison, Thankyou for taking the time to leave review on your stay at Penguin Head Retreat! We agree that this property hosts wonderful views. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay & cannot wait to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to relax

Great location, spectacular view, beautiful beaches and friendly people. Would highly recommend this property
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Karly! HRS agree that Penguin Head Retreat is a wonderful location flaunting incredible views & a great local community. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location

Good location but needs maintenance

The property has a fantastic view and the layout with 3 living areas is good and was well stocked for essentials and very well located. However for the price you pay it is not at all maintained. The front gate lock didn't work, there were ornaments and paint crumbling and peeling off the wall, the light was out in the BBQ area, the bedside lights in the upstairs bedroom didn't work, the tap in the upstairs bedroom was almost coming off, the screen door didn't work properly and we had to fix it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
HI Rushenka, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. The team at Holiday Rental Specialists are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at Penguin Head Retreat. We are disappointed regarding your point of cleanliness as our housekeepers follow an extensive checklist to ensure the property is immaculate for your arrival - the owners and the team at HRS have addressed all concerns and the house is back to its immaculate standard. We agree the location of the property is ideal for a relaxing weekend away and we hope to welcome you back in future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!!

We had a great weekend away. The view is incredible , beds are comfy. It has everything you need. A little on the dirty side though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Daniela, thanks for taking the time to leave us a review! We hope that despite these minor issues you managed to enjoy your weekend getaway and we look forward to welcoming you back in future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place great location

Wish I owned this place. Thanks for sharing your home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hello Lam, thank you for leaving a review. Penguin Head Retreat is a beautiful holiday home and the team at Holiday Rental Specialists are really pleased you loved it, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for family

We loved the spot and view. Perfect breezy place for the summer. Spacious and abundant sittings for big families. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hello Sisham, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Holiday Rental Specialists are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and made the most of Penguin Head Retreat' gorgeous location and views. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

need wifi

beautiful outlook, both families were impressed
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hello Jane, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Holiday Rental Specialists agree Penguin Head Retreat is awesome for a relaxing weekend getaway with family and friends. We will speak with the property manager about installing WIFI in future. Look forward to welcoming you back.
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