The Retreat at Coasters - A house on some rocks in the trees. With a sensational view.

House in Sydney, NSW, AU

95% Recommended•

6 people

No pets

The Retreat at Coasters - A very comfy nature hide. Captivating outlook filled with water trees and sky. A swallow acrobatic show may entertain you and If not just watch eagles soar or black cockatoos in loping flight. Watch out for marauding monitor lizards and please don’t feed the white cockatoos or any of the wildlife except the humans. Cooking with a view somehow makes food more delicious. A rock floor fire space nestled in rocks with a stone turtle fire pit also awaits.

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Features and Amenities

3 bedrooms

6 beds

2 bathrooms

Bath

BBQ

Heating

Details

Check in after 2:00pm
Check out before 11:00am
Weekday minimum booking: 2 nights
Weekend minimum booking: 2 nights

Cancellation Policy:

Receive a full refund (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

STRA Registration: PID-STRA-2943

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RETREAT DETAILS
For those who like climbing trees or scaling a large rock to get the best possible view The Retreat will delight. It could be a tree house but it is also a nature hide built on top of massive sandstone boulders. There is no such thing as bad weather at The Retreat, it's just another nature show.

A spacious floorpan with a huge deck, hovering above the bay, provides non stop entertainment with its ever changing vista. It's unique (for the Western Foreshore) North-West elevated aspect is weather perfect with water-cooled breezes in summer and all day sun in winter. Tucked away in a very protected bay to the front and a soaring headland to the rear the climate is as good as it gets. Wallabies and other wildlife frequent the property. If you can tear yourself away from The Retreat there are endless opportunities to swim, hike, kayak or fish in Sydneys most beautiful waterway. Families with small children can enjoy safe swimming at the beautiful Basin which is a stroll, row or swim from the property.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
As much or as little as you want. Will meet and greet and help settle so that your time at the Retreat can be optimal.

Be mindful that you are in a wilderness area and it is necessary to be aware of the possibility of an encounter with all types of wildlife.

GETTING HERE
Boat access and for those really adventurous sorts by mountain bike and hike.

Personal provisions are left in fridge and pantry and guests are welcome to help themselves if they have forgotten a pantry item.
Tea and instant coffee is supplied but please bring fresh beans to use in a range of coffee making devices including an espresso machine, stovetop and plunger.

Prices

Base Price $600 / night
Weekend Price $700 / night
Cleaning Fee $100
Security Deposit $500

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Married to Simone with 2 young adult sons. Have worked in the mental health field for many years and plan to continue in this challenging but rewarding profession. My interest in the natural environment, which includes Kayaking, resulted in the privilege of discovering The Retreat at Coasters.

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Adventures on the Property

These are the exclusive natural wonders and outdoor activities within the property boundaries.

Wildlife At The Retreat

The Retreat at Coasters is first and foremost a place to relax with loved ones and engage with nature. It's a place that supports one in doing as little as possible other than to enjoy the endless show that nature has to offer. From the best seats in the house, perched on top of huge sand stone boulders up in the tree tops one doesn't have to do anything more than sit and watch.

In addition to the resident wallabies, giant lizards, parrots, black cockatoo's and sea eagles you may also be lucky to spot a turtle and occasionally a pod of dolphins that sometimes visit the Bay. The other spectacular feature of the area is the Basin which is jaw dropping beautiful and the perfect playground for children and adults alike. The Retreat at Coasters is all about an emersion in nature and even after a one night stay you will leave feeling different to how you arrived.

Sunsets Nature

A place to relax with loved ones engaged by the endless show that nature has to offer. From the best seats in the house, perched on top of huge sand stone boulders up in the tree tops one doesn't have to do anything more than sit and watch.

Standup Paddle To The Basin

Paddle to the protected waters of the Inner Basin with your mask and snorkel and enjoy a fish nursery from above and below.

Swimming Kayaking Fishing Bushwalking

A gentle stroll to a local swimming spot in the warmer months or a strenuous hike up to the fire trail and on and on through the Ku-ringai National Park may interest some. A swim at the Basin, accessed in a number of ways from the property, will blow you away. The famous Basin - a playground for safe swimming, fishing, snorkelling, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding.

Explore the National Park which is also a national treasure of Aboriginal history. In front of the house is a spectacular rock carving and out the back caves and a shell midden. Kayaking (2 kayaks are available for guests)

Ancient Caves And Magical Forests

A steep hike to the headland, off the beaten track, with ancient caves to explore along the way. Magical old trees demand your attention and tell you stories if you know how to listen.