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Whale Beach Secluded Self Contained Cottage, Spa and Fire Pit. Pet friendly.

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Whale Beach, NSW
  • Turo Reserve
  • Newport Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Avalon Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the area

Sydney

Located in Sydney (Whale Beach), this guesthouse is within a 5-minute drive of Whale Beach and McKay Reserve. .This guesthouse is 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Manly Beach and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Sandy Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Whale Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palm Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bilgola Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Newport Beach - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Avalon Beach - 7 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Pymble Station - 32 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oliver's Pies - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪La Banette Patisserie Boulangerie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jonah's Restaurant & Accommodation - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Chick'n Shack - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fernando’s Peruvian Rotisserie - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Whale Beach Secluded Self Contained Cottage, Spa and Fire Pit. Pet friendly.

Listen to the birds in the quiet bush private setting, featuring deck with spa, fire pit, outdoor shower, french doors to bedroom, with ensuite bathroom, bi-fold windows looking out over spectacular Pittwater views. Queen size bed, luxury linens. Please note the cottage is small but the outdoor areas are expansive. 10 minute walk to Whale Beach, 30 mins to Palm Beach and Avalon. By car everything is 5 to 10 mins away.
There's a private balcony. A kitchenette is outfitted with a refrigerator. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Hot tub
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Meal delivery service
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2107, PID-STRA-4345

Property is also known as

Whale Beach Secluded Self Contained Spa Cottage

Whale Beach Secluded Self Contained Cottage, Spa and Fire Pit. Pet friendly. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views, great location. Be mindful that there are around 90 stairs or an inclinator to access the property. The host is very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yannick G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful spot

A beautifully styled little cabin with a wonderful deck area & spa. Great products in the bathroom & beautiful bed linen. Lynne very easy to communicate with. Such a gorgeous spot in the treetops to unwind...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeeBo

Liked: Cleanliness

Refreshing and relaxing

A 5 day stay to unwind and be near the beach. Lynn is a wonderful host and gave fantastic advice about where to go and provided what ever was needed and offered so much extra. The hot tub with a view was unbelievable and the facilities are just what you need to satisfy every need. I will be back as the stay completely fufilled the brief.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Saige O.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fitting title for this review could be: Misleading Description and Lack of Privacy

The property was advertised as a "self-contained secluded cottage," but it’s right next to the main house, which has windows facing the cottage. While the blinds were pulled down, this did little to make the space feel private or secluded. The "cottage" is just a small room with a bed, mini-fridge, and coffee machine—definitely not self-contained. Upon check-in, Lynne assured us we wouldn’t see her as she’d be at the front of the house. After taking in the surroundings, we realized the property wasn’t as advertised and called Lynne to discuss the situation. She became defensive, insisting she wasn’t staying there, which contradicted what she implied during check-in. She also mentioned she might pop in and out to grab things, further diminishing any sense of privacy. While the view from the deck is lovely, the bed is too low to enjoy the view from inside, and the outdoor shower lacks privacy due to nearby windows. There was also an odd cured meat smell in the room. We were so disappointed that we left after one night, despite booking for three. We didn’t use the spa or showers to avoid inconveniencing Lynne. To make matters worse, when we shared these concerns, Lynne changed the listing description to reflect our complaints and then accused us of not reading it properly before booking. This response was not only unprofessional but also felt like an attempt to shift blame onto us for her misleading description.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This unique property offers the opportunity to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and to reconnect with nature and your someone special! The cottage is located down a long flight of stairs (however there is a fun travelator to help with the bags and to save your legs!). The cottage offers a single room with a large bed, bar fridge, basic tea and coffee making facilities and a large ensuite. Whilst there's no TV you are more than spoilt with a large spa overlooking a picturesque valley, a fire pit (BYO fire wood), an outdoor hot shower and a large sun deck complete with banana lounges and bean bags. Whilst the cottage backs onto the host's property your privacy is guaranteed by Lynne who is there to help with any issues you may encounter. We decided to venture out and explore the area and discovered a great Surf Life Saving Club at Whale Beach and continued to the famous Palm Beach for lunch. Overall we were very satisfied with our stay and would recommend to anyone looking to switch off and breathe in this private, intimate spa cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay at Whale Beach

Kind welcoming staff . Fantastic views. Clean , well maintained facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous getaway

Beautiful bush setting, wonderful listening to the local birds. Relaxing in the spa looking out to the lovely view.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia Elisabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Welcoming host and spotless comfortable accommodation with great views and close to the beach (walkable down the hill). The location is great and ideal for access to the Northern beaches. Hot tub on the deck is the icing on the cake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love how private the property is, and how it is totally surrounded by trees and vegetation. Outdoor shower is a winner👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elenor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Thalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely space

The room is lovely, clean and just like the pictures. It is only one room with a spa and deck outside. The self contained description means motel style. No actual cooking or laundry facilities- the host kindly did a load of washing for us. We ate out at the lovely local cafes and restaurants. The access is very steep - lots of steps or a Travelator Whale beach is close and the swimming beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rivan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whale Beach Cottage Review

This was a lovely stay! My friend and I had a relaxing stay here - the cottage was nice and secluded. Lynne was great with communication (very friendly and reasonable) and the stay felt very private. The spa was our highlight - it was pleasantly hot and enjoyable for late-night chats. The bedroom and bathroom were nicely air-conditioned and clean. Outdoor shower was a nice bonus and the views from the deck were stunning. Would highly recommend for anyone looking to getaway for a few nights as a Northern Beaches local!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Senora V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and immaculate

We had a very enjoyable stay at Beauty Drive, and Lynne is an excellent host. The accommodation was immaculately clean, modern, and very comfortable. The location is utterly stunning, with amazing views, and the beach is a short stroll away. Highly recommend to anyone who is hoping for a quiet, and beautiful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little piece of paradise

Lynne‘s property in Whale Beach is just gorgeous, very comfortable, clean a lovely space to relax in, we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

Great cottage in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A good spot for a short stay

We were attending a wedding nearby and this was the perfect spot to base ourselves. Close to beaches, cafes, clean and very quiet. The spa is definitely a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING PIECE OF PARADISE

Absolutely loved our stay and Lynne was an amazing host. Property is beautiful, spa is hot and I will definitely be back!! Property was private and clean and had everything and more than we could have asked for
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Away

Beautiful calming location with amazing views and proximity to great walks, beaches and cafes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Charbel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome relaxing getaway

So romantic nice and a great getaway the spa and fire pit just make the vibes perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property

Everything was easy... From the booking, check in etc. Spa was on for our arrival, enjoyed the fireplace and awesome shower! Lynne has thought of everything - we wanted for nothing. Stunning location. I would thoroughly recommend this property for a relaxing and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy Weekend Getaway

Check in was a breeze - great communication with Lynne. She was very welcoming and loved our dog. The property was exactly how it was described in the listing. Clean and cosy. The WiFi signal is not strong but it didn't bother us - We enjoyed our quiet 2 night stay. Our dog also loved exploring the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil Easter stay

My husband and our dog had a very enjoyable stay at this cute secluded cottage over the Easter long weekend. It's very clean with a comfortable bed and a modern bathroom. It was a great place to unwind with beautiful views and a relaxing outdoor hot tub. Short walk to Whale Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is set amongst the trees with filtered views over Pittwater, very pretty, peaceful and secluded. The phone reception and wifi is very weak and there is no TV so bring a book if you plan to spend time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay at Whale Beach

We enjoyed staying in the cottage. Very cute and super clean. Beautiful views. The host was very helpful and easy communication
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022