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Spectacular Family Hideaway

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A kitchen with a stone backsplash, a wooden countertop, and three wicker stools.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, stainless steel appliances, and two white bar stools.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, a large window with blinds, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Great Mackerel Beach, NSW
  • Place, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Mackerel Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Beach Golf Club
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular Family Hideaway

Set against the backdrop of one of New South Wales most beautiful National Parks this house is perfect for a truly relaxing holiday. Whether you want a romantic getaway, an idyllic family break close to a beach or a base to explore the great walks and parks nearby there is everything you need. The house has a great indoor/outdoor feel to it and you can t help but feel yourself unwind within moments of arriving.
There are three bedrooms comprising of two master queen bedrooms and a bunk room with two sets of bunks. Perfect for four adults and four children.
There are also two bathrooms, an open plan kitchen lounge area that leads onto a deck and a comfortable outdoor covered seating area.
In the garden there is a BBQ and wood fire pizza oven.
There are kayaks, a paddle board and windsurfer for you to use not forgetting a couple of bikes to get around on.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2108, PID-STRA-4145
Property # 7459383
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sydney

Located in Great Mackerel Beach, a neighbourhood in Sydney, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Barrenjoey Lighthouse and Henry Kendall Cottage & Historical Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and JJ Melbourne Hills Reserve. Governor Phillip Park and Crommelin Native Arboretum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkelling and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Great Mackerel Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Mackerel Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Currawong Beach - 14 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sunrise Reserve - 20 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Palm Beach Golf Club - 20 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Pymble Station - 37 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oliver's Pies - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪2108 Espresso - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪La Banette Patisserie Boulangerie - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Boulevard - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Barrenjoey House - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Family Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spectacular Family Hideaway?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Family Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Family Hideaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Family Hideaway located?

Located in Great Mackerel Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Great Mackerel Beach. Currawong Beach and Snapperman Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fabulous Easter long weekend at our favourite Mackeral Beach residence.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zac L.

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

Heaven on Earth

Lovely stay at Hannah’s beautiful home in Mackerel Beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

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

Luxury in paradise

very comfortable property with all the amenities and a pizza oven to boot. High recommend staying here if you want luxury and comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

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

Mackerel at its best

Perfect stay and such a lovely home. Other than the weather on day one we could not have asked for any better. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valentina K.

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

Great home in Mackerel Beach

We loved our stay in Great Mackerel. The house was perfect for our family with a big flat loan at the back to play and space to relax and enjoy each other company. There were plenty of games for the kids both indoors and outdoors and the kitchen was extremely well stocked. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2024
Thanks for staying with us Valentina. Glad you all had a relaxed and fun break with the family. Hope to see you again one day Hannah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andie D.

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

Stylish beautifully restored house at Mackerels

Hannah’s place is a beautifully restored sandstone house hidden at the back of Mackerels. The house has everything you could possibly want, we particularly enjoyed the outdoor covered seating where it was lovely to sit and have an end of day drink. The beach is gorgeous and there are some great walks with spectacular scenery. Hannah was very responsive and full of helpful tips.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov, 2021
Thanks Andie for staying with us at Great Mackerel Beach. We hope to see you again one day in the future :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

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

Girls escape

From the start Hannah was very helpful, replying to queries promptly. She also left us a lovely welcome platter in the fridge which was a treat. The house is lovely and so well equipped. The perfect getaway. We all hope to come back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2024
Thank you Emma, It was a pleasure hosting you. We look forward to seeing you again one day Hannah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

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

Another stay in Paradise

As long term Mackeral holiday makers we have been staying at Hannah's property for years, one of best holiday rentals in this fabulous beach community. The contemporary layout is perfect for two families, it has multiple zones to hang out in (which is essential when you have lots of teenagers!) and the property comes with kayaks and paddleboards for hours of fun on the water. Best of all though is Hannah herself. She is a top class host going above and beyond to make her guests stay memorable. Can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Klara H.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed the decks, garden and cooking yummy food in the well set up kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susannah P.

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

Wonderful stay

A perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yolande S.

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

Great family weekend together

The house was so well designed for a great escape to Great Mackerel with wonderful bush surroundings. It was great to have the two main bedrooms separated wth great deck space and a lovely seating and chatting areas.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stef L.

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

Another wonderful stay

We had another relaxing stay at Hannah’s gorgeous property. 2 x families with kids ranged between 5-8 years. The house was incredibly clean and had everything required. Communication with Hannah is always easy and friendly. Mackerel in itself is also a super spot for little kids. Second year in a row we’ve visited and we look forward to coming again soon
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2022
It was great to see you back again at Mackerel Stef. You are welcome anytime. Hannah :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

angela l.

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

really enjoy our stay

beautiful house ，just a few minute walk to beach.so quiet day and night. you can wake up with bird singing and hear wallabies walking around the house at night.love it ，already recommend to everyone. so many friends ask for the link.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

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

Perfect relaxing holiday location

This is a gorgeous property which is very well appointed and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The location was perfect we enjoyed our holiday thoroughly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

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

Fabulous retreat for families

We've been holidaying at Great Mackeral Beach with friends for the past 5yrs and Hannah's place is the best we've stayed at. The layout is fantastic for two families as the multiple spaces provide plenty of room for everyone and the interior design is classic and elegant. Extra touches such as kayaks and coffee pods made the stay even more enjoyable. And when my son left his headphones behind Hannah went to the trouble of having them posted interstate to us. Fantastic experience in every way. We will most definitely be back for our next stay at Mackeral.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Max R.

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

Amazing house, amazing location. Hannah has the most beautiful home. Very kind and easy to deal with

Amazing house, amazing location. Hannah has the most beautiful home. Very kind and easy to deal with, I can’t wait to come back and rent again. Great Mackerel Beach is paradise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr, 2021
Thanks for staying with us Max and being a great guest. We look forward to hosting you again sometime in the future. Hannah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stef L.

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

Gorgeous place to recharge

We’ve had a lovely stay at Hannah’s place. The house/rooms were spotless, communication was easy and fast. Beautiful place for a family holiday with friends
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felicity B.

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

Magical House on Mackerel Beach

Hannah's place was everything we could have asked for. We were in desperate need of a vacation and some family time and her place gave us the space to relax. We loved cooking in the beautiful kitchen and relaxing in the covered patio area. Mackerel Beach is such a special place and we will definitely be back! Hannah was also so helpful and responsive and went above and beyond.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Beautiful cottage with great extensions out the back very peaceful

Beautiful cottage with great extensions out the back very peaceful
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Lovely home & surrounds!

The beautiful little beach house was just amazing, completely serene and really clean - we had such an amazing stay :-) Would definitely come here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Michelle and her friends were quiet and respectful guests. i hope that they will come back and stay again one day :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

margit j.

Fantastic Property!

A magical property and one where we will definitely stay again and highly recommend. Very well set up, very calm and peaceful and a real haven. The owners have decorated it beautifully. If you are thinking about Mack Beach, this is an amazing property to stay at. Thank you:)
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
It was a pleasure hosting you and your family Margit. We would love you to come back and stay again. Thank you for looking after our house so well :)

About the host

Hosted by Hannah Speller

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I work internationally as an interior stylist and Interior designer. Finding beautiful places is my passion.

Why they chose this property

Since first discovering Mackerel about 20 years ago I have been lucky enough to find my own little piece of this beautiful place.Great Mackerel Beach has become our home away from home that we love to share with friends and family. Its ideal for entertaining and those lucky enough to visit cherish their time spent here.

What makes this property unique

You will fall in love with everything the house and Great Mackerel Beach has to offer. Tranquility, beautiful walks and basically that getting away from it all to unwind feeling.

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