The sun cast a golden hue over the beach as we wound our way down the coastal road towards South Beach, Kiama. With each curve of the highway, the ocean came into view, its vastness stretching out to meet the sky.

We turned into a quaint street, with the sea salt in the air, and the soothing sounds of crashing waves in the distance. There it was our home for the next few days - the beautiful Southbeach. As we stepped out of the car, the salty breeze greeted us, carrying the soothing sounds of crashing waves. Its weathered timber and brick exterior blended seamlessly with the other suburban holiday homes, amongst a seaside landscape backdrop. Yes inside we were in awe. The house itself seemed vast in size, yet its cozy nooks and panoramic views of the endless sea had us mesmerised.

Despite the weather progressing to constant torrential rain and storms during our stay, we found ourselves having cheese and wine over our books in the evening, and morning baths to start the day. Even eventually being granted a magical sunrise on our final morning. Our time here at Southbeach was a memorable one.

Southbeach had worked its magic on us, leaving us feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and with a newfound appreciation for the beauty of the ocean so close to us. We left, vowing to return again someday for another coastal escape.