Cosy South Coast Getaway

Story by Lauren

Adventure in Culburra Beach, South Coast, NSW, AU

With the car packed and surfboards on the roof, we were excited to spend the weekend exploring a new area of the South Coast with some friends. After arriving at the beautiful accommodation, the first thing we did was go and check out the beaches and decide what we wanted to do for the weekend.

We made the most of the day by getting up early for sunrise, followed by a lazy morning and a big breakfast. During the day we checked out the nearby cafes and restaurants and ate the most delicious food. Down at the beach, some of us read books while the others surfed. We had picnics on the deck and soaked up the sun in the deck chairs. Afternoons were spent on the beach until sunset, and nights were spent around the dining table talking and playing games.

Sandy feet, plenty of sunshine, good food, great company and a beautiful place to stay is the perfect recipe for a relaxing weekend away....

Things We Did

Sunset
Sunrise
Food & Drink
Walk
Surf
Waterfall

Sunset at Culburra Beach

Take a short walk down the street to Culburra Beach to watch as the sunset lights up Penguin Head and turns the sky pastel pink....

Sunrise at Warrain Beach

Get up early to watch the sunrise over the ocean. You might even have the whole beach to yourselves!...

Lunch at The Little Snapper

You can't visit the coast without having fish and chips for at least one meal! The Little Snapper has delicious food, highly recommend the gluten-free Little Snapper Burger with battered fish. There's also a killer cocktail list!...

Wine Tasting at Two Figs Winery

Book in a wine tasting at Two Figs Winery with incredible views overlooking the Shoalhaven River or grab a bottle to take home and enjoy on the deck....

Walk to Crookhaven Lighthouse

Explore the headland with a walk to Crookhaven Heads Lighthouse. Plenty of wildflowers and birds to spot on the walk and fantastic views from two different viewing platforms on the headland....

Surfing at Warrain Beach

Head over to Warrain Beach to join the locals at a great surf break. Park at the Nowra-Culburra Surf Lifesaving Club for the best access....

Lunch at The Butter Factory Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious seasonal lunch at The Butter Factory. After lunch make sure you take a look at the antique shops and the lolly shop in Pyree....

Tianjara Falls Lookout

If you are visiting from Canberra make sure you stop in at Tianjara Falls on the way home. It is a short walk to the viewing platform but if you are for a bit more adventure there are plenty of rock climbing routes to take advantage of!...

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