How to Relax, Just Add Water

Most of us find it hard to stop; when we get bored we just go and find the next thing even if we have to drive and go out of our way to find it. Allawah doesn't give you that opportunity. When you arrive by boat you don't just leave the car behind, you can leave your cares behind too.

By the time you've arrived and spent a couple of minutes on the water, you can watch the car (and cares) fade away into the distance whilst you creep up to the spot that will actually let you relax; Allawah.

With a large open balcony, bedroom views for days and an unobstructed view of the Hawkesbury River, you can feel the weight lifting off you with every passing tide. The sound of people, cars and busyness is replaced with gentling lapping waves and the forest behind you. You can have guilt-free slow mornings because this is the only place you need to be and doing very little and relaxing is the only thing you need to do. Winding down can be hard, so let Allawah help you with it.

Things We Did

  • Fish
  • Boat
Most fishing enthusiasts will tell you of the super duper secret spots to go to, but you're on holiday so who needs that? So go and grab a rod and enjoy hanging locally and pitching a spot on the rocks in front of the balcony or down on the jetty and enjoy being in nature. The longest trip you'll have to make is from your comfy spot to the fridge.

This spot is all about removing the clutter and minimising the hard stuff, so enjoy taking it easy and relax away.
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If you're wanting to check out some of the local spots but aren't in the mood to swim, then make sure you organise a hire boat from the river taxi before you leave, pack a snack and go putting around the river in your trusty tinny. It doesn't move fast, but you're on holiday so you don't need to.

Whether it be searching for a fishing spot, enjoying a nap with the waves rocking you to sleep or just checking out the local scenery, it's always a fun time.

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