Nestled near North Avoca beach and rock pools, this spacious architect-designed home offers a relaxing retreat for families. Enjoy the sound of waves crashing on the beach, heated swimming pool and spa with magnesium chloride benefits, wood fire burner during cooler months, or cozy up in front of the Smart TV with Netflix in a dedicated playroom.
Spacious architect-designed family-friendly home on a 1800sqm block, situated 300 metres to North Avoca beach and rock pools. Wake up to the sound of waves crashing on the beach and enjoy a 2.3 metre long aquarium with beautiful colourful fish and stunning panoramic views. Cosy up around the wood fire burner (wood provided) during the cooler months. During the warmer months swim in the heated swimming pool and spa, or head down to rock pools and one of the best surf beaches on the coast (and without the crowds of many of the other beaches!).
Magnapool (a mineral pool with a blend of magnesium chloride and potassium chloride, rather than sodium chloride) is used in the swimming pool for health benefits and the pool is heated with an electric heat pump from the beginning of October until the end of April so the pool and spa are kept consistently warm. Please note that the spa is only heated to the temperature of the pool.
Reverse-cycle air conditioning has been installed in the bedrooms to assist you to cool down on hot days.
Our light-filled open plan (and well-equipped) kitchen, living and dining room (with stereo sound system) flows on to an expansive entertaining deck and overlooks a large backyard with a trampoline (fully enclosed, springless, with Vuly basketball set). The four bedrooms are upstairs whilst downstairs is the living area (which includes a dedicated play room stocked with many toys, board games, an X-box, and a Smart TV with Netflix, DVD player). Spacious bath in the main bathroom.
Bedroom one has a queen bed, ensuite, TV, with a private timber deck looking on to bush.
Bedroom two has a queen bed and a timber deck with panoramic views looking out to North Avoca beach.
Bedroom three has a double bed with a pull-out double bed mattress.
Bedroom four has a double bed and pull-out double bed mattress.
The kitchen is not a typical "holiday house" kitchen. It caters for a busy household, with a slow cooker, bread maker, rice cooker, toastie maker, DeLongi Nespresso Machine, etc etc that you would expect in a lived in house.
Off street parking for four cars.
Unless their is prior agreement, the fee charged is for a maximum of 8 adults only. If there are more than 8 adults on our premises at any given time, the cost is $1500 per additional guest.
North Avoca is a quiet community. We have great relationships with our neighbours and do not want our renting out our house to cause problems for them. No loud music or outdoor noise after 10pm. No noise outside after 10pm. People will be evicted immediately with no refund given if they break this rule. If in any circumstance we have written complaints or police called to the property you will lose all of your bond. The reason for these conditions of rental are mentioned below.
No pets and no parties (hens, footy or bucks weekends). Maximum of 8 adults allowed.
Pricing
Compulsory cleaning levy of $340 per stay. Linen (sheets and beach/bath towels) can be supplied for an additional fee. If you would like for it to be supplied, but beds not made (it would be then up to you to make them) the cost is $30 per bed per stay (the cost of our hiring the linen). If you would like the beds made then the cost is $45 per bed per stay. This to recoup the costs charged by our cleaners. $200 extra cleaning fee if dog(s) Desired tenants
This is our family home. It is set-up for families. If you are making noise late at night, there are more than 8 adults on the premises, or we believe you are damaging our property we will evict you immediately with no refund given. This is our family home, and whilst we lock away personal belongings, photos etc when people stay, it is still the home in which we are raising our two young children. Our neighbours are our friends and we do not want our renting out the house to have a negative impact on them. No parties and no smoking allowed. If you want to stay up drinking until 3am this is not the house for you sorry. If you want a spacious and luxurious house by the beach with panoramic views, lots of toys and space for kids to run around, then this house would be great for you.
For those interested in having bucks parties or more than 8 adults: We will evict you immediately, with no refund given (as per Airbnb policy). This is due to our having been lied to in the past. The last time this happened the house was booked for a man, his 7 month pregnant wife, and three other couples. Turned out to be at least 15 men on a bucks party. Whilst three separate groups of neighbours informed us that it was a large group of men, we decided to allow them to stay and were reassured by them that they would be quiet and no damage would be done to the house. We arrived home to find a whole window frame (not just the glass!) missing, our $1800 trampoline broken, blood on walls and broken glass in the house, on the deck, in outdoor furniture, and in our backyard etc. Our fishtank developed a serious algae issue and we found a bucket with urine in it on an upstairs deck (despite there being three toilets, one of which was next door to the attached bedroom). On the Saturday night noise was made until 3am and women wearing only g-strings were apparently running around our backyard. My locked underwear drawer had been opened (there are 10 empty drawers in the master bedroom alone for guest use). Both of my children got cuts on their feet from missed broken glass. We found a small plastic sachet with a white substance in it, hidden underneath our outside cushions (which our kids love to use for making hide-outs). We will never make that mistake again. As mentioned above, we will evict immediately and call the police if necessary. This is our family home. Whilst we lock away all of our clothes, photos and personal belongings when people stay, please do not forget that it is the place in which we are raising our children. The fact that it is our home is great for families wishing to stay, as it means it is very well equipped, with many toys etc. IF YOU TELL ME CHILDREN ARE PART OF YOUR GROUP, I WILL NOT LET YOU IN TO THE HOUSE UNLESS I SEE AT LEAST ONE CHILD. NO REFUND GIVEN IF CHILDREN DO NOT COME.
No trailer boats.
We have a "reasonable use" policy with regards to our rubbish bins. When staying for a weekend, you may use: - half of our large 240L red bin (that is, 120L, versus Lane Cove council allowing 80L per house for a whole week). - half of a large 240L recycling bin (the same amount that Lane Cove council allows per household for a whole week). The same amounts are allowed for people staying Monday to Friday, with double for those staying for a full week. This is to ensure there is space in the rubbish bin for guests who stay after you. If there are no guests staying after you we will let you know and you will be able to use more space. Unfortunately, if there are guests staying after you (and before the next rubbish collection), the cost incurred in disposing of the excess rubbish will be taken out of your bond. We have a motion sensitive spotlight and camera at the front door (we will have sound turned off). We got this for home security (cheaper insurance) reasons and to ensure that the step is clearly visible when dark. There may also be another camera that looks only on to some trees at the back of the house. It will not look onto the backyard or house. It also has the sound turned off.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Heated pool
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Fishing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do not strip beds (if linen package). Strangely we have had past guests steal linen from us and so we prefer to have linen left on the beds so we can easily confirm it is all there. Thanks!
If you have brought a dog, please clean any poos from back yard
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No noise (other than normal speech) outside after
No food/drink or glass in the pool area.
Childre
No guests other than those in the booking allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Dogs not allowed on beds unless you have own doona
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Bond forfeited if people other than agreed guests
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Note from host: Bond forfeited if people other than agreed guests
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 PID-STRA-2262, 2260
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in North Avoca, this vacation home is near the beach. The Arena Bush Reserve and Coast Road Bush Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pelican Plaza and Australian Reptile Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Umina Recreation Centre, or check out an event or a game at The Entertainment Grounds. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby. Visit our North Avoca travel guide
Does Luxury beach home, suits families,with heated pool,spa,toys,trampoline have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Luxury beach home, suits families,with heated pool,spa,toys,trampoline pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury beach home, suits families,with heated pool,spa,toys,trampoline?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury beach home, suits families,with heated pool,spa,toys,trampoline?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury beach home, suits families,with heated pool,spa,toys,trampoline located?
This family-friendly North Avoca vacation home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of The Arena Bush Reserve, North Avoca Beach, and Coast Road Bush Reserve. Terrigal Beach and Terrigal Palm Grove Reserve are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Great house, location and facilities. Kids loved the fish tank. The only negative is that the house could use a thorough clean and tidy.
Peter B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
SARAH D.
18 February 2017
Excellent property
Thoroughly enjoyed our mother's birthday getaway at the The Sunny North Avocan. Beautifully presented and spacious family home with magnificent views very close to the beach and all amenities. Our host was very hospitable, accessible and extremely helpful. Highly recommend the Sunny North Avocan.
This property is an excellent place for one or two families to stay. Especially those with younger children. The pool is fantastic for children , there are plenty of children’s toys in a games / tv room . Plenty of great space for the adults to relax . The house is very well equipped for everyone.
This is the second time we’ve stayed at this property, first time since the pool was installed. Great house for kids - we spent hours in the pool. Kitchen + games room were very well stocked. 5 min walk to Nth Avoca beach which is much less crowded than Sth Avoca. Great communication from Kathy. Would love to stay again.
Was so happy to be able to book Kathy’s place recently. We had a wonderfully relaxing stay and the location is breathtaking. The pool was warm and the house had all the amenities you need to just hibernate and relax (or there are lots of options if you want to venture out nearby including North Avoca beach with the rock pools). Kathy was a perfect host with brilliant communication and the kids loved feeding the pets outside and fish (we asked to do this because it made the trip all the more special). We’d stay again without hesitation and recommend to all
Great family friendly home, very spacious with lots for the kids to do.
Enjoyed the beautiful views , pool, trampoline and BBQ area.
Small stroll to North Avoca beach and great little cafe with delicious food.
Had a great time and will definitely be returning.
Thanks Melissa
Lovely house, very well stocked and a great layout for families with children. While it is someone's permanent home, it doesn't feel like that, and every effort is made to clear cupboard space and allow access to almost entire house. Kathy was lovely to deal with and everyone enjoyed the house immensely. My only tiny feedback would be it needed some gardening love and a good mow of the lawn!
Annaliesse C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lucie H.
10 January 2019
Perfect location, spacious house
Very nice house, good layout of rooms, very well equipped, the pool and spa was amazing. The house is very bright and clean. We enjoyed swimming in the pool, having barbecue, children jumping on the trampoline.There are very nice views from the house especially from the master bedroom and fom the terasse. I would definitely recommend to stay at the house!The owner was very nice, everything were ready for us.
Lucie H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Pam G.
8 October 2018
Great home, location and host
We had 4 nights at this lovely home. My husband and I our two sons and daughters in law and our seven grandchildren. The home accommodated us all very well with space for all to come together and also have space for smaller group activities. We found the large kitchen wonderful when preparing lunch for family and friends who came to celebrate an 80th birthday. .
Pam G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maria L.
8 January 2018
Fantastic house!
We just got back from our stay at The Sunny Avocan and it was fantastic!
The house was spacious and clean and was even better than the pictures. It has a wonderful vegetable garden and huge backyard that is perfect for the kids to play in when you’re not at the beach. It’s a short stroll from the beach, less than 10min, but it’s a steep driveway and an uphill so a little longer with toddlers. Kathy was wonderful, she was always available if I had any questions and even reminded us about the bins! The only thing that was missing was a broom, with little ones that constantly drop things it would have been handy. There was a Dyson hand held but couldn’t suck very well.
Thank you again Kathy for letting us all enjoy our summer break at your house. We can’t wait to go back again.
Maria L.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sue N.
17 February 2015
Lovely family friendly retreat
We had a great Australia Day Long weekend here with several families. It is very well set up for this type of get away. The kids disappeared into the play room and we could hardly believe that we couldn't hear them! We actually had good adult catch up time.
The outdoor deck area is lovely, very nice views.
My personal favourite was the vege patch, but then I love my gardens.
The trampoline was well loved my the kids ranging in age from 2 yrs to 9 yrs.
Thanks for sharing your home with us. We hope to be able to have another get away soon.