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Grassy Head Schoolhouse: Secluded Cottage By the Sea

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A rustic house surrounded by dense tropical vegetation, including palm trees and various shrubs.
Exterior
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a view of the ocean and a rocky cliff.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a window.
A spacious living room with a sofa, TV, wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Grassy Head, NSW
  • Place, Yarriabini National Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Trial Bay Gaol
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Grassy Head Schoolhouse: Secluded Cottage By the Sea

Nestled in the bush around a 300m walk to the beach, Grassy Head Schoolhouse is a secluded retreat by the sea. Originally built in 1893 as the Eungai Creek schoolhouse, this home has character and a relaxed charm.

Features include:
• Large spacious living area
• 3 bedrooms: Queen room, double room and trio bunk room (sleeps up to 7)
• Generous bathroom with washing machine
• Large verandahs with outdoor table, day beds and hammock
• Separate back deck with outdoor sink, toilet and hot shower
• Lush tropical gardens and native bird life
• Central fireplace for winter nights
• Internet
• Short walk to the beach
• Short drive to local shops at Stuarts Point
• Across from Yarriabini National Park – featuring beautiful rainforest walks and scenic views from Yarrahapinni lookout

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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 PID-STRA-13255, 2441
Property # 9474199
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Grassy Head

Located in Grassy Head, this holiday home is on the waterfront. South West Rocks Country Club and Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Yarriabini National Park and Fishermans Bend Nature Reserve.
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Grassy Head, NSW

What's nearby

  • Yarriabini National Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Smoky Cape Lighthouse - 35 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 38 min drive - 50.1 km
  • Trial Bay Gaol - 40 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Bonville Golf Resort - 41 min drive - 74.5 km

Getting around

  • Eungai Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scotts Head Bowling & Rec Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hot Myrtle Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Point Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Tavern, South West Rocks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Break Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grassy Head Schoolhouse: Secluded Cottage By the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grassy Head Schoolhouse: Secluded Cottage By the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grassy Head Schoolhouse: Secluded Cottage By the Sea?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grassy Head Schoolhouse: Secluded Cottage By the Sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grassy Head Schoolhouse: Secluded Cottage By the Sea located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Grassy Beach and Yarriabini National Park. Middle Beach is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay was perfect for our family holiday. The house was clean, spacious and tucked away in such a quiet and cool part of the rainforest. We would gladly book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The schoolhouse was a beautiful place to stay. The location was quiet, tranquil, bush setting close to the beach and a short drive into town. The accomodation was clean and so nicely set up. So much attention to detail given by the host to ensure our stay was comfortable. Our only complaint is that our stay was not long enough & we cant wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GEOFF L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The school house provides guests with a tranquil setting in which to relax with bush on all sides of the property. The amenities are excellent and there are many items of comfort to enjoy. It is a winner!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jasmine C.

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

Family Holiday

This was a great spot for our family holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GEOFF L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Without doubt, the tranquility of the stay was outstanding! Check in was easy, attention to detail in every aspect makes the stay at the Schoolhouse memorable. There are generous amounts of hospitality scattered in every part of the house , stayers really don’t have to bring a thing to enjoy the stay.
Great outdoor area
Functional kitchen
Main bedroom
Shower , laundry
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa E.

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

Jan Beach Family Holidays

Easy access to beach, outdoor cabana an excellent space for family time
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Schoolhouse is set up beautifully in a most wonderful location. Great access to the beach and a short drive to other beaches and things to explore. We really enjoyed sitting outside and taking in the rainforest setting. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay the school house was amazing everything was supplied down to the tiniest detail of a teapot for loose tea leaves to sit and have breakfast amongst Mother Nature So relaxing Jimmi has put a lot of thought into the accomodation and what guests would need to relax and the outside kitchen a bonus for families we are going backThank you so much just what we needed with no noise just Mother Nature glorious
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Excellent property

The property was amazing. We loved that it was secluded and bush feel yet so close to the beach. Will definatly be back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Schoolhouse was fabulous! The property is well-maintained and the location is lovely with only a 6 min walk to the beach. The hosts were easy to communicate with and very helpful. We were looking for an alternative to Scotts Head this trip and Grassy Head was the perfect option. the Schoolhouse is right next to the road so there's a bit of vehicle noise but apart from that, we highly recommend this property for a restful and rejuvenating stay.
Devine mornings
So close to the beach!
On the property
On the property
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Escape

Perfect place for our young adult family to reconnect and enjoy the beach and environment at Grassy. The outdoor shower and bbq area function really well, loved our stay and hpw to be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GEOFF L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has so much to offer as a ‘getaway’ retreat. There’s is nothing left to wish for if you are looking for an escape from busy life. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

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

The School House

We had a lovely stay at the school house. Good property, very clean, but was a bit hard to access the driveway with a boat trailer. Overall we loved it, very welcoming.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

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

Perfect, quiet paradise and access to the beach

Beautiful setup and peaceful surroundings. Everything that you need for a relaxing stay. We were doing a screen time detox for the whole family so it really was paradise for connecting with each other again, reading on the hammock and hanging out in the tropical surrounds with the birds. Just perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath D.

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

Peace & tranquility

Cosy & comfortable little cottage with beautiful tranquil surroundings. All the little extras included made our stay very comfortable. The wood fire was a lovely feature that kept the cottage nice & warm on the cooler nights. It was great that the beach was only a 300 metre walk away. Great holiday spot if you’re after peace & quiet surrounded by nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi R.

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

The Grassy Head School House is perfect!

This place is magical. I was there on my own as I had to complete a work project and it was tranquil and relaxing and serene. I came home relaxed and rested (excellent bed) even though i was "working." I would also go again in a heart beat and take family, as it is prefect for a family group. Walking distance from the beach and surrounded by trees, it would be the BEST family holiday. I can not recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Ken

Lovely location, house and garden. However, It was hot and humid in January, without a cooling system or fan it was uncomfortable to sleep at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherise B.

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

A stunning break away from it all

Wow! What a place! It was characterful, clean, cozy and so comfy! So many nooks and crannies to relax and soak up the peace and quiet under the swaying trees. Everything was so well thought out and the outdoor rain shower was a huge hit. The host was so informative, attentive and helpful. Such a beautiful part of NSW with so much to see and do. We absolutely loved our stay and didn't want to leave. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

Beautifully kept place with everything we needed. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Hidden gem

Absolutely fantastic property, tucked away in natural bush privacy with every homely luxury you could imagine. Indoor and outdoor living for every possible weather scenario. Could not ask for anything more, some of the best sleep ever in the most comfortable beds ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

India B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Well equipped kitchen comfortable lounges

The kitchen was well equipped. The living space was well thought out and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne B.

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

A dream house

What a house!!! Love the entertainment quarter and the outdoor shower with hot water (what a treat after a morning down at the beach). The house is lovely decorated and well stocked. Lots to explore around. James was really helpful and proactive. Will definitively come back 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

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

Excellent, relaxing beautiful accomadation

The property was absolutely lovely, clean, great amenities. The new outdoor area was amazing we had all our meals out there, it was ideal. The kids enjoyed the space and being in walking distance of the beach. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Private and relaxing

Wonderful stay at the school house. Beautiful surrounding bushland in a private setting. The house was clean and comfortable. The beds were good. The owners had completed renovations with freshly sanded floors and a new outdoor deck, BBQ, toilet & fantastic outdoor shower. A few minutes drive to Stuarts Point to go fishing, a 5 minute walk to Grassy Head beach and a 8 min drive to Scotts Head. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melissa w.

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

This is the perfect beach holiday house!

Excellent!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

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