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Spectacular Family Hideaway

Vacation home in Sydney with kitchen and balcony

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Nestled in a National Park, this house offers the ultimate relaxing getaway. Unwind in its great indoor-outdoor spaces, enjoy kayaking and paddle boarding on-site or explore nearby walks and parks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 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
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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 2108, PID-STRA-4145

Property is also known as

Beautiful Family Beach House
Spectacular Family Hideaway Great Mackerel Beach
Spectacular Family Hideaway Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Located in Great Mackerel Beach, a neighborhood in Sydney, this vacation 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. Newport Park and Governor Phillip Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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Great Mackerel Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • My first day trip of 2018 was back to Palm Beach. I love this place, there are so many spots to explore. This time I was a little more adventurous & went out on some of the smaller paths - this cliff is one of them. I could stare at that view all day.
    Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Mackerel Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Currawong Beach
    11 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Palm Beach Golf Club
    20 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Palm Beach
    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
  • La Banette Patisserie Boulangerie
    38 min drive
  • Bistro Boulevard
    38 min drive
  • Pearls on the Beach
    89 min drive
  • The Joey
    49 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Family Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Family Hideaway located?

Located in Great Mackerel Beach, this vacation 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 mi (3 km).

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Spectacular Family Hideaway Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Susannah P.

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

Wonderful stay

A perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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

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

10/10 Excellent

angela l., castle hill,NSW,Australia

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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:)