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Tallowood beachside cottage

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A spacious kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with a large table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a hanging light fixture.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue blanket, a painting of a coastal scene, and a wall-mounted fan.
A house with a wooden deck, a green door, and a window.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a white entertainment unit, a beige sofa, and a patterned rug.
A kitchen with a wooden table, bar stools, a blue surfboard on the wall, and a refrigerator with a bird rock memorial.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Rainbow Beach Reserve

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Bonny Hills, NSW
  • Place, Rainbow Beach Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mary Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

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About the area

Bonny Hills

Located in Bonny Hills, this cottage is on the beach. Long Point Vineyard & Art Gallery and Mid North Coast Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park and Macquarie Nature Reserve. Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory and Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ecotours nearby.
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Bonny Hills, NSW

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Beach Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mary Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lighthouse Beach - 18 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Flynns Beach - 22 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Town Beach - 25 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Kendall Station - 21 min drive
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laurieton Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Golden Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Froff - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Village Cafe Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Moo And Bean - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tallowood beachside cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Tallowood beachside cottage?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tallowood beachside cottage on 16 Jun 2027 start from £312, 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 Tallowood beachside cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tallowood beachside cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tallowood beachside cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tallowood beachside cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bonny Hills cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Rainbow Beach Reserve and Mary Reserve. Rainbow Beach and Queens Lake State Conservation Area are also within 2 miles (3 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. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cozy stay

Lovely place in great location. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, especially for pet owners as it is close to the off leash beach. Plenty fantastic walks around and just a short drive to many scenic places.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Hi Robert , thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Tallowood. It’s great to hear you made the most of the beautiful walks and nearby scenic spots. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again! Kind regards Hannah Beachscape Holiday Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this place! Beautiful location, but we really loved what's been done with the house. It felt spacious and we had everything we needed :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
Hi Christine, thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re glad to hear you loved the location and appreciated the space and setup of the house. It’s great to know you had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. If you are in the area again in the future, the team at Beachscape Holiday Rentals would love to host you again. Kind regards, Hannah Beachscape Holiday Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous location

Great house and facilities and good location opposite the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks Shelley we are so glad you loved the house and location. Hope to see you again. Susan and the Beachscape team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Short stay

Very close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2025
Thank you Ben for your review, we're so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Tallowood. It is in such a great location, across from Rainbow Beach. We would love to host you again in the future! Kind regards, Jasmine Reservations at Beachscape Holiday Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect location

Older property located directly opposite Rainbow Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks Susan for your review, we hope you enjoyed your stay and the proximity to the beach. Susan and the Beachscape Holiday Rental team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach side paradise

Gorgeous little cottage across the road from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2025
Hi Anna, thank you so much for your feedback, we really appreciate it! We look forward to hosting you again. Kind Regards, Beachscape Holiday Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

We have the most relaxing stay at Tallowood Cottage. Fantastic place, furnished just right, metres from the beach. Our dog was very pleased too…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks Branko for your 5 star rating. So glad you had a relaxing stay and your doggie loved it just as much. Susan and the Beachscape team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beachside property

We had a lovely stay with our dog Molly.Walked along the beach across the road every day. Property was clean and comfortable. Very relaxing few days, Kaye Roy and Molly
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2022
We are so glad you all had a wonderful time at Tallowood and Molly your dog enjoyed Rainbow Beach. Glad you all had a relaxing time. Susan and the Beachscape Holiday Rental team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is located opportune beach and has a ramp from the front deck to the grass providing exclusive access to beach. The cottage is lovely with just enough honey touches without being too cluttered. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a great location right opposite the beach. The property was the perfect beach house as it had everything you needed & was relaxed enough not to be worried about having the dog there or coming in with sandy feet. We loved it so much we rebooked.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Beach Property

Excellent location, surf breaks that meet every level of surfer or swimmer, friendly locals and a great stretch of pet friendly beach. Sitting on the front deck with a wine watching surf was a nice relaxing experience. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks Michael for your review, we hope you enjoyed your time at Tallowood. Hope to see you again soon. Susan and the team at MySolscape./
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Unbeatable beach location

A cosy beach shack across the road from the beach with beach views and stroll to cafe and pub. The second bedroom was cramped with bedding for four people with no shelves or storage for personal belongings - but it was a comfortable stay for two people.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2023
Thanks for your review and we are glad you enjoyed Tallowood. It is a wonderful location and we are glad you enjoyed the beach views. We have taken on board your comment re storage etc in the second room. Hope to see you again. Susan and the Beachscape team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach cottage

Loved our stay at Tallowood. Straight across from the beach. Perfect position and so comfortable (and immaculately clean). Such a relaxing and beautiful place to unwind for a few days. Can’t wait to return. Five stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks Megan for your 5 star review of Tallowood, so glad you loved our property and we agree the location is perfect. Look forward to having you stay again. Susan and the Beachscape team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic one night stay!!

We stayed for one night at Tallowood on the way to pick up our new pup, jack russell terrier, Celeste! We had our Great Dane with us. To say that we enjoyed Tallowood would be a massive understatement! The place had everything we could ask for and more! The beach was literally across the road and dog friendly! We will be returning for sure!! Cannot recommend Tallowood highly enough!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2025
Hey Sam, Thank you for such a glowing review! It’s wonderful to hear that Tallowood provided everything you needed for a memorable stay. We’re so glad you enjoyed the beach right across the road, especially with it being dog-friendly—a perfect spot for your Great Dane you'll have to bring your adorable new addition, Celeste, back for a visit! We truly appreciate your kind words and can’t wait to host you again. Kind regards, Jasmine Beachscape Holiday Rental
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ok but a bit expensive

Great location, great support but it's not as clean as expected for the high fee, it can get hot and fan in main bedroom is tiny and noisy, a tower fan would be better (or ceiling)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2024
Thanks for your review, we are glad you found our staff helpful and loved the location of the property opposite the beach. We will take on your feedback in relation to fans and agree it has been extremely hot this year on the mid north coast, even the locals have noticed it. We hope to see you again. Susan and the Beachscape team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Beach Front shack

Location is perfect. Super cute property with everything we needed for a few nights away. Dog friendly with gated front veranda overlooking beach and fenced rear yard. Great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Neil Thank you for your lovely review and feedback from your recent stay with us at Tallowood Beachfront Cottage. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thank you! Susan and the team at mySOLscape
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great location beach Acroos the road Funky decor Beds were comfortable Property was clean & comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Bonny Hills

Wonderful, relaxing and quiet beach home. Beds are extremely comfortable, all modern appliances and proximity to the beach and Fat Fish Cafe is great. Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great dog friendly beach side cottage

Beautifully Renovated original beach cottage directly opposite the beach and dog friendly which for us was a big ++. Location was perfect for our short getaway. The cottage living space and kitchen are well equipped and perfect for a short stay. Main bedroom has a queen bed and second bedroom has a queen and bunks. Suggest suitable for 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 kids only. Due to Covid we didn’t get to experience the Fat Fish restaurant / Cafe or surf club across the road but plenty of options around the area. Definitely recommended. Paul and Karen (Newport)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beachfront location

Been back twice now and will return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous!

WOW - what a fabulous location and wonderfully welcoming, and well styled cottage. We stayed with a family of 5 and had plenty of room, and all the comforts. Loved being able to stroll across the road to the beach, or just sit on the verandah and enjoy the breeze. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2025
Hi Chiel, Thank you for your review! If you are in the area again in the future the team at Beachscape Holiday Rentals would love to host you. Kind regards Hannah from Beachscape Holiday Rentals
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