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 No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This Avalon beach house allows you to enjoy the peace and quiet of Careel Bay where pelicans nest, geese wander and local residents enjoy tinkering with their dinghies, yachts and kayaks or throwing a fishing line from the Careel Bay jetty. Our house is often referred to as the "treehouse" for its raised location and design high on poles and set amongst the tall surrounding spotted gums. The natural timber theme of the house exterior continues inside with polished floors and cathedral ceilings. With double access, guests of this house can avoid stairs with a double carport at the rear of the house but with additional ample parking in the quiet cul de sac of the lower main street address.
The house is fully renovated in a minimalist and modern style with two new bathrooms, new open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area. Views can be enjoyed from all living areas, with the master bedroom boasting a panoramic window and exceptional water vistas. Dining can be enjoyed in the kitchen/dining area or alternatively under the trees on the adjoining deck with gas bbq and outdoor seating for 8-10. This is where we escape to a cool shady place for a few drinks and a barbeque with friends and family. The cluster of three bedrooms are located separate to the master bedroom and have their own bathroom and toilet with one of these rooms doubling as our children's TV room. This is a perfect house for a family including 3-4 children. An internal laundry with washing machine and dryer opens directly to a back deck for easy clothes hanging or easy access after a sandy day at the beach! The house has a spacious open feel about it with an almost touchable closeness to the water.
Our easterly facing aspect means an early sunrise over the close water views of the boatshed and moorings. We are always aware of the soft noises reaching us from the bay; the small breaking waves, the odd halyard tinkling on a mast or the sounds of ducks and geese chattering on the beach. On weekends there is often the early morning sound of a fishing boat chugging away from the wharf on its way out to Broken Bay. During winter, one of our favourite activities is to walk via the mangrove boardwalk to the north eastern foreshores of the bay. No mater what time of day something will catch our interest; sea eagles soaring high overhead, kids enjoying a game of soccer, dogs exercising or the sun slowly setting behind the hills across Pittwater. In summer, for a change of scenery to to seek a completely safe swimming haven for the children, we head for Clareville Beach located on Pittwater and only a 5 minute drive from our house. This stunning bay is a favourite of locals with easy to use beach gas bbqs, shady tree cover if necessary and shallow water. Note to arrive early if seeking an sunset bbq as it is very popular in the summer months.
The little nook in Careel Bay is protected from the blustery winter winds and the summer southerly busters but enjoys the cooling north easterly breezes. As there is no through traffic, there is a constant feeling of peace and tranquility in the evenings and you become very aware of the silence. If you are luckly to experience a full moon during your stay than you will long remember its reflections over the bay enjoyed from our front deck or from the master bedroom.
Our 'Treehouse' haven offers you the best of both worlds in the northern beaches....the peace and beauty of Pittwater or take your pick of your favourite local beach...Avalon, Bilgola, Whale and Palm Beach.
We look forward to welcoming you in to our home.
View from front deck
Lower lounge open to deck
Master Bedroom with large window and view
Open plan kitchen with dining island
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/64279
The New South Wales region
The State of NSW is packed with places of interest to explore when visiting Australia. Coastal roads are a combination of freeways, multilane highways and single lane country roads. Accommodation can be found at fully serviced caravan parks with cabins, house/apartment rentals, B&B, hotels, motels and camping grounds. Popular tourist sites include the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Port Stephens, Hunter Valley Wine Region, Dubbo Plains Zoo, Canberra, snowy mountains and stunning southern beaches. Climate throughout the state is very moderate with summer months ranging in temps of 15 at night to 28 celcius average daily. Winter months can get as low as 0 degrees celcius and average highs around 20 degrees celcius.
Sydney / Avalon Beach area
The Avalon and Northern Beaches boasts and extensive range of activities in addition to just enjoying the natural surroundings of the beaches and bushlife. We have the best beaches in Sydney at our doorstop including world famous Palm Beach, Whale Beach, Bilgola and beautiful Avalon Beach. Local national parks include extensive walking trails, Pittwater offers boat hire for fishing and exploration, ferry trips on Pittwater including to the Central Coast, playground and parks with cycling tracks, movie cinemas, shopping centres and much much more.
How to get there
On arrival in Sydney central city guests can reach Avalon by driving (35kms) or direct a direct bus route taking approximately 60 minutes. The house is located approximately 1 km from Avalon shopping village and can accessed by car, walking or by a regular bus service which commences from Avalon shops. A bus stop for this local service is located at the end of our car driveway.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Sydney International and Domestic: 45 km
Railway:
Pymble: 20 km
Ferry:
Pittwater Ferry Services: 3 km
Activities near Sydney
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Beach or lakeside relaxation
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player, Sea view
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone
Sofabeds (2), Single beds (2), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Please check with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The house is single living dwelling with only 5 stairs between the upper dining kitchen and TV area and the lower more formal lounge area which includes the master bedroom and en suite. This makes very easy living especially for ease of access to all outside deck areas including BBQ area adjacent to internal kitchen and dining. Two TV areas have also been created so that adults and children can enjoy their shows and DVD in peace however the children's TV room does double as a guest bedroom with a sofa bed. On request a pram, toys and an extensive children's DVD library is available with an option for access to bicycles also if age appropriate.
Master bedroom includes a king size bed, large wardrobe and walk-in wardrobe plus an en suite bathroom with shower, toilet and heated towel racks.
Children's room includes 1 standard single bed and a king single bed. There is an additional single mattress stored under the single bed if required.
The children's room is accessed via two other bedrooms. Each of these bedrooms contain a queen size sofa bed. When not being used as bedroom one of these rooms is utilsed as a TV (with DVD and Video player) room for the children.
These three rooms share a bathroom with a bath, shower and toilet. These three rooms and the bathroom are insulated from the noise of the main living area by a wall and another door.
The living area with large LCD TV, DVD and VIDEO can be enjoyed when in kitchen or dining. This area includes two large 3-4 seater leather lounges.
The lower lounge area overlooking bay is surrounded by glass stacking doors with extensive views and can seat up to 8 persons comfortably. The CD player is located in this area.
Casual lounge seating and casual dining for up to two persons is available from this lower deck.
Seating for dining up 8-10 persons is on upper deck with BBQ.
Further details outdoors: The house includes a large deck area which was created given the block is not located on a flat block of land. The cul de sac location of the house provides a pleasant area for children to ride bikes in relative safety. A path leads down to the secluded beach of Careel Bay.
Further details
We are open to long term bookings over the December/January period and will negotiate on weekly rate. A minimum one week booking is required. Arrival and departure day is flexible and dependant on other bookings. We will customise the house and bedding to the best of our ability to suit your needs.
Conditions
Very interested in long term lets with adequate notice if booked for use in December and/or January. House swap will be considered. We have extended family in England so travel to Europe or house swap is a consideration over this period or in September/October. Given the age of our children we are limited to Australian school holiday bookings but can be flexible on dates around these periods; April/May (2 weeks), July (3 weeks), Sept/October (2 weeks), December/January (6 weeks).
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Australian $
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Spring 08
13 Oct 08
8 Dec 08
3000£1,327
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0-
1 Week
Summer Holidays
8 Dec 08
18 Dec 08
3000£1,327
0-
0-
1 Week
Christmas Holidays
18 Dec 08
11 Jan 09
4500£1,991
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0-
1 Week
January 09 Summer
11 Jan 09
26 Jan 09
4000£1,770
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0-
1 Week
Year round rate excl xmas
26 Jan 09
11 Jul 09
3000£1,327
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0-
1 Week
SPECIAL OFFER
11 Jul 09
12 Aug 09
2500£1,106
0-
0-
2 Weeks
Year round rate excl xmas
12 Aug 09
8 Dec 09
3000£1,327
0-
0-
1 Week
Summer Holidays 09-10
8 Dec 09
21 Dec 09
3000£1,327
0-
0-
1 Week
Christmas Holidays
21 Dec 09
11 Jan 10
4500£1,991
0-
0-
1 Week
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
A bond of AUD500 cash is required on arrival which will be refunded within 7-14 days after departure.
An additional AUD120 per week for cleaning is required on arrival. Cleaning does not include washing, ironing or linen change.
Will consider negotiating rate on extended bookings
Mimimum one week bookings only
NOTE THE SPECIAL OFFER FOR THE EUROPEAN HOLIDAYS!! We are travelling to Europe for the holidays and can be flexible on dates
Cancellation policies apply
Guestbook
"So peaceful" "We enjoyed feeding the rainbow lorrikeets every morning" "Avalon Village offers everything you need including great cafes" "So close to all the most beautiful local beaches" "The beaches and bays of Pittwater are such a beautiful contrast to the surf beaches and equaly accessible"
Availability
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Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/64279
Contact details for home 64279
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Anne and Steve Meacham
Tel:
+61 2 99734474
Mobile:
+61 419 413484
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Contact Notes: Australian time 7.00am -8.00pm 7 days a week
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