Long term lets (over 1 month) Corporate bookings House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Our 4 bedroom family home is modern and spacious - ideal for a large family or 2 small families. Two living areas and entertaining areas ensure a fabulous time for all who stay. Shaded by amazing gum trees, you are able to enjoy the entire place - inside and out. Head to Avalon, Palm or Whale Beach for a surf or simply walk to the edge of the garden for a swim or to relax and read in the sunshine.
The sunny waterfront/level lawn area is tidal so you can play in the sand or go for a walk at low tide and then fish from our seawall at high tide. Careel Bay is a playground for pelicans and ducks. Take to a kayak and paddle around to Clareville Beach or up to Palm Beach. A dingy sits on the front lawn available anytime for you to use.
The many entertaining areas are suitable for daytime or evening. At the lower level of the house, 16 ft wide (5m) bi-fold doors connect this area with the spa, lawn and garden with our huge rumpus with 3/4 pool table and large screen television & home theatre system, complete with bar & drinks fridge.
The front lawn - your private sandy beach
Enjoying the afternoon breeze
Relaxing in the swim spa
Breakfast with the birds
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The New South Wales region
Sydney in ideally located on the coast of New South Wales - half way between Brisbane & Melbourne. If you have the chance to leave the fabulous northern beaches for a day visit the majestic Blue Mountains or the quaint villages and wineries of the Hunter Valley - both day trips by car or train.
Express buses take an hour ro get to the heart of the city of Sydney & the CBD where you can spend days visiting our famous wonderful landmarks Sydney harbour & it's foreshore, the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. The city has numerous museums and historical and modern landmarks so you can mix a beach day holiday with sight seeing.
A connecting bus at the end of the street gets you to Avalon village in minutes. Here connecting buses go north to Palm Beach or south to Newport Beach, Narrabeen Beach, Manly Beach (then ferry to the city or Taronga Zoo)or the centre of the city.
Sydney / Avalon Beach area
Avalon Beach is minutes from Palm Beach - famous for the Australian series Home & Away! Here you can visit the lighthouse or take a 20 minute ferry to the Central Coast or a number of quiet out of the way beaches.
Just remember your suncreen and a broad brim hat. Careel Bay Marina opposite has full boating facilities and supplies like milk & bread or ice creams to finish off a level walk from Avalon or the beach. It's also the best place to buy the right bait for fishing off the wharf.
Beaches are patrolled all through summer. There are many popular surfing breaks from the well known at Palm Beach to "Off Rocks" at Avalon. Kiddie's Corner at Palm Beach is great for teaching kids how to surf. Coaching clinics run through the school holidays. Avalon Beach has a 25m pool and children's pool alongside the rock platform where children spend many hours digging in the warm water of looking for sea life.
Avalon village itself has fabulous restaurants, coffee shops and cafes as well as the essentials like the bakery, patisserie, organic fruit shops, health food store, supermarket, banks, hairdressers, newsagent & all medical facilities.
How to get there
All international car hire companies operate at Kinsgford Smith Airport (Sydney's only airport). Car journey from airport approx 45 minutes. You travel from the airport in the south of the city across the Harbour Bridge to the northern beaches. GPS system is an advantage - Sydney is a sprawling city. Many private shuttle buses available from the international and domestic airport direct to our front door.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Sydney: 50 km
Railway:
Bus to city: 1 km
Ferry:
Palm Beach: 2 km
Activities near Sydney
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation
Facilities
Luxuries:
Jacuzzi / Hot tub, Internet access, DVD player, Boat available for guest use, Private outdoor pool (heated), Sea view
General:
TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Pool / Snooker table, Games room, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Private fishing lake / river
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Our kitchen is complete with all stainless steel appliances including 2 drawer dishwashers and fridge with ice/water dispenser. The open plan kitchen enjoys a sunny position all day long.
There is a separate dining room to one end of the kitchen with setting for 8 people and on the other end of the kitchen a breakfast bench area that opens onto the large deck. The temperature of Careel Bay is so perfect that in the middle of summer we do not need an air conditioner.
This deck sees the first rays of morning sun glistening across the water. An inviting place to eat any time of day with outdoor setting for 8 and large BBQ with wok-burner. Perfect for taking in the close water views or to enjoy the sun on the deck chairs with a great book.
The lounge room with home theatre system works well for listening to music while the others are playing pool or watching television downstairs.
There are four double sized bedrooms covering 2 levels.
On the middle level is the master bedroom with queen bed, water and garden views filtered by plantation shutters, LCD television, large built-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom.
Upstairs are 3 spacious bedrooms with the large main bathroom complete with shower, bath (with a view), WC & double vanity.
Bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and loads of room: 1 x queen bedroom 1 x single bedroom with trundle bed 1 x twin king single bedroom
On the lower rumpus level is third bathroom and laundry facilities.
Further details outdoors: Depending on the time of day, there is always a place to sit in the warmth of the sun to read, eat, relax or chat. On a hot summer's day there is no need for air-conditioning as Careel Bay faces north and there is always a gentle afternoon breeze.
On the lawn area is a 14ft long (4.3m) x 7ft 5" wide (2.3m) x 4ft 3" (1.3m) deep heated swim spa, terrific for splashing around or relaxing the muscles and still taking in all the views of Pittwater right up to Palm Beach. Swim jets,at one end, support you while you exercise against the current - while at the other end, 4 deep seats massage jets work on your full back & legs.
Further details
The swim spa has 4 light weight lockable lids when not being used. We have tea, coffee and fresh milk here ready on your arrival, and a perfect bottle of Australian red wine. All groceries can be purchased in Avalon village supermarket which is open everyday from 7am to 10pm.
Conditions
Like most places we are smoke free inside the house but there is an area set aside under the pergola.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Australian $
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Autumn/Winter holidays
13 Jul 08
31 Aug 08
4000£ 1,887
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Spring holidays
20 Sep 08
31 Oct 08
4000£ 1,887
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Summer holidays
1 Dec 08
20 Dec 08
4000£ 1,887
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Christmas break
20 Dec 08
10 Jan 09
5500£ 2,594
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Summer holidays
10 Jan 09
31 Jan 09
4000£ 1,887
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1 Mar 09
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4000£ 1,887
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Easter holidays
4 Apr 09
27 Apr 09
4300£ 2,028
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Tariff includes all bed linen & bath towels.
Cleaning - weekly - additional AU$150 (payable to the cleaner on the day). This does not include change & wash of linen during long stays.
Bond of $500 payable and refunded within 7days after departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection)
An email quoting available dates & tariff will be sent promptly.
Guestbook
Dear Carmen & Paul Just to say a big thank you for our stay at your amazing home. We especially appreciated all the little extra touches that helped make our week so memorable. It was terrific being able to spend a morning at the beach and then being able to pop home in minutes for lunch or shop or grab a coffee in your the village at Avalon. Sandy MacRitchie (London) Hi Carmen & Paul Our photos of your fabulous house are on the fridge - our inspiration for next holiday. The boys are looking forward to returning for more surfing lessons. Everything was perfect - loads of entertaining space, pool table, football table (and we must include the weather). Many thanks again. Watson Family (York)
Availability notes
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Name:
Carmen Meehan
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Advertiser joined: 2 Aug 2007 This property added: 2 Aug 2007
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