Simpson Cottage
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Sleeps
8
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Beds
7
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$300
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‘Simpson Cottage’; a beautifully restored 1870’s sandstone cottage, in a parkland setting, with wonderful water views and private access to the beach and Royal National Park.
‘Simpson Cottage’ built in the 1870s was the original home of the Simpson family one of the first settlers south of the Hacking River.
Sensitively restored, this cottage provides a unique experience, where you can enjoy the charm of the old cottage with stylish contemporary living.
The cottage consists of 3 bedrooms, including a queen size bed with water views. The second bedroom offers the versatility of a king bed or 2 singles and the third bedroom has 2 bunk beds which is great for 4 kids. It is a perfect house for 2 families or couples.
Throughout the cottage all the original features have been retained including the sitting room with original fireplace, high ceilings and French doors.
The new timber extension at the back of the cottage contains a bathroom with freestanding bath, laundry and kitchen with underfloor heating.
The gazebo beside the cottage is the dining area that seats 8 with a great view out to the water and park beyond.
There is a short 50 metre track and sandstone stairs, just past the outdoor table, that leads down to the Bonnie Vale Beach and park below.
There is also a renovated garage/ rumpus room and a second bathroom and glass concertina doors onto the garden.
Location
Only one hour’s drive from Sydney CBD on the edge of the Royal National Park, Bundeena offers a large number of activities in both winter and summer.
Beaches
There are four beautiful Bundeena beaches as well a 10 minute drive to the beaches of the National Park including famous surf at Garie & North Era and the pretty protected inlet of Watamolla.
Walking
From the cottage there is access to a variety of walks, including the Bundeena - Maianbar heritage trail marking Simpson Cottage, available on local maps. There are several day walks around Jibbon Headland which include aboriginal rock engravings.
For hikers there is the fantastic two day coastal track through the Royal National Park from Bundeena to Otford, recognised as one of the best coastal walks in New South Wales.
Other activities
Kayaking (kayaks can be rented on Bonnie Vale Beach just below the cottage)
Fishing
charming ferry which leaves every hour to Cronulla
Local water taxi for tours and whale watching
Tennis courts
Bundeena Art Trail on the first Sunday of every month
Cafes & Asian Food at the local RSL and Aussie fare and Pizzas at the bowling club
To make a reservation or enquiry, please complete the form below.