The Harbour Retreat listing in the heart of Manly. Wake to sparkling harbour views before strolling to Manly's famous beaches and cafés. Spend lazy afternoons entertaining across three outdoor spaces, unwind in your private sauna, and finish the evening gathered around the fire pit beneath the stars. Designed for families and friends travelling, this beautifully appointed home combines the privacy of a lux residence with the convenience of being just moments from everything Manly has to offer.
Recently renovated bathrooms, a large king room with an ensuite and a very large walk-in wardrobe, and three queen-sized rooms. Access is via lift to both levels or by walking up the steps. Double lock-up garage and two paddleboards to explore the harbour. Two large entertaining decks: one south-facing (great in summer) and one north-facing for those winter days. 4-seater sauna. All rooms are air-conditioned, with fans in each room—an incredible children's play area out the back, visible from the top deck. Fold-out lounge in the main living area. Take a minute walk to Manly Cove Beach, Hugo's, Felons, The Espy and Manly Pavilion. 5 minutes to Manly Beach and everything this part of the world has to offer.
Start your mornings with coffee overlooking the harbour, spend your afternoons exploring beaches and cafés, and finish your evenings with a glass of wine by the fire pit or a relaxing sauna session.
Welcome to Manly—we hope you'll fall in love with it as much as we have.
Quick Information
WiFi
Smart TV
Air Conditioning
Fans - Light switches also control the fans
Heating
Lift - If you touch the two exposed sides, it will stop. Just move away, and it will start again
Sauna
Cubby - Keep closed when not in use
Fire Pit
BBQ
Double Garage
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Paddleboards
Pet Friendly
Laundry - Dryer is under the internal steps
Emergency Contacts
Emergency: 000
Nearest Hospital:
Northern Beaches Hospital
Pharmacy:
Manly Village Pharmacy
Groceries - All will deliver to the house at a time of your choosing
Harris Farm Markets
Fresh fruit, vegetables, gourmet groceries.
Coles Manly (3-minute walk)
Woolworths
Coffee - You have your own machine at home, filled with beans!
But, if there's one thing Manly does well, it's coffee.
Our favourites:
☕ Showbox Coffee Brewers
Exceptional coffee with a loyal local following.
☕ Rollers Bakehouse
Probably Sydney's best pastries.
☕ Bare Naked Bowls
Great coffee, smoothie bowls and breakfast.
☕ Norma's Deli
Stylish, delicious and always buzzing.
☕ Silo Espresso
A local favourite just off the beaten path.
Breakfast
Our recommendations:
🥐 Rollers Bakehouse
🥞 The Pantry
🥑 Bare Naked Bowls
🥯 Norma's Deli
🍳 Ruby Lane
Long Lunch
If you're staying a few days...
Don't miss:
Garfish
Fresh Australian seafood overlooking the water.
Hugo's or The Manly Skiff Club
Long lunches by the harbour.
The Boathouse Shelly Beach
One of Sydney's iconic beach dining experiences.
Dinner
Busta or Cibiara
Outstanding Italian.
Sunset Sabi
Japanese with incredible cocktails.
Garfish
Perfect for seafood lovers.
Hemingway's
Relaxed dining
Pocket Pizza
Excellent casual option.
and
Hugo's still pumps at night
Best Beaches
Manly Beach
The famous one.
Perfect for surfing, swimming and people watching and in winter is usually out of the wind.
Shelly Beach
One of Sydney's hidden gems.
Calm water.
Excellent snorkelling.
Beautiful walk.
Collins Flat
Quiet.
Local.
Great for families.
Fairlight or Delwood Beach
Wonderful harbour swimming.
Less crowded and minutes walk from the house
Walks
Manly to Shelly Beach Walk
A must.
Easy.
Beautiful.
North Head
Sydney's best panoramic harbour views.
Whale watching in season.
Military history.
Fantastic walking tracks.
Fairfax Walk
One of our favourites.
Short.
Easy.
Absolutely spectacular.
Wellness
Take advantage of the private sauna during your stay.
We recommend:
20-minute sauna
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Cool shower
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Relax on the balcony with a drink
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Watch the sunset
It's the perfect way to finish a day exploring Manly.