Private cottage, dog friendly, close to beach, shops, bush walks, fishing, more
This little getaway cottage is perfect for all seasons. The cosy stylish cottage with exposed beam ceilings has a living area, kitchen, large bedroom and bathroom. Accompanying the cottage is a separate large breezy extra living room with a day bed (and trundle) cane lounges and smart TV which leads into a beautifully appointed patio for lazy sun-drenched days winter and summer. Perfect for a couple but also fine with 2 kids. Bring your small dog along to take advantage of the unleashed beaches and some of the best dog walks in the state. Walk to Ettalong shops (about a 200m walk) and 300m to the white sandy beaches, bars, cafes and award winning restaurants or use the 2 push bikes provided at the cottage to get around. You have on offer many surf and calm waterways and magnificent walks in surrounding national parks that hug Ettalong Beach. Take your pick from surfing, swimming, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, cycling and boating in this waterfront town on the Central Coast of NSW. Or just laze around at the cottage, enjoy a cocktail with a bbq and all with complete privacy.
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Please ensure all droppings are cleaned up by you.
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please shut windows and doors if smoking outside
Please keep all dogs off beds. If your dog is a malting breed please keep them off lounges.
Please respect the neighbours and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm.
If you use the BBQ you must clean it after use and leave it as found. If not a $75 fee will be deducted from your deposit.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-30694, 2257
Property # 9641091
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Ettalong Beach
Located in Ettalong Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and on a river. Henry Kendall Cottage & Historical Museum and Barrenjoey Lighthouse are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Killcare Village Shops and Erina Fair. Umina Recreation Centre and Australian Reptile Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Is Private cottage, dog friendly, close to beach, shops, bush walks, fishing, more pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Private cottage, dog friendly, close to beach, shops, bush walks, fishing, more?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private cottage, dog friendly, close to beach, shops, bush walks, fishing, more on 18 May 2026 start from AU$283, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Private cottage, dog friendly, close to beach, shops, bush walks, fishing, more?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private cottage, dog friendly, close to beach, shops, bush walks, fishing, more?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private cottage, dog friendly, close to beach, shops, bush walks, fishing, more?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private cottage, dog friendly, close to beach, shops, bush walks, fishing, more located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Blackwall Mountain Reserve, Ettalong Diggers Club and Ettalong Beach. Ettalong Wharf and Anderson's Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
What an amazing little place and the perfect location for short or long stays. We loved the beachy feel the place had and with only a very short 4min walk to the beach. Being able to take our little toy poodle with us and go for walks along the beach meant the world to us and we will certainly book this property again. The owner is super responsive and great to deal with.Highly recommend this place!
Travelled from Bathurst to spend a week on the coast with small pets.perfect lodging for us and pets and autonomous enough to control anxious pets away from home close enough to pet friendly beach to allow us and pets to run free and experience calm shallow surf despite rain and wind, a holiday is always a pleasurable experience, and we managed to be outdoors every day considering that was the planneighbourhood restaurants cafes and eateries all within short vicinity of stayrecommend this stay and will do it again
Privacy abounds in this lovely little cottage. we were very comfortable and had everything we need. Loved the courtyard and the separate lounge. Thanks again Clemintine
Chris B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Thanks so much for the 5 stars Chris. So pleased you had a great stay. You are welcome back any time. Clementine.
This was a great place. Every single part of our stay was fabulous. The communication with the owners was always very fast and with lots of detail, the place itself was beautifully set up (I think that we were the first people to stay there), lots of basics in the pantry already with loads of nice touches and a lovely beach vibe to the whole cottage. The location of the place is just 5 mins walk (or 2 minute drive) to Ettalong Beach - GREAT LOCATION! Close to beach, shops & restaurants. We were a family of 4 (2 adults & 2 kids 13 & 9). The 2nd room was a great set up - like an oversized granny flat in a secure space. All very safe and again, beautifully appointed. I would have no hesitation in recommending this place - affordable and a great location (check out LA Taco, Lords of the Pour, Palacinki Cafe & Safran - local places while here). Would def come back!!!
susan s.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2022
Thanks very much Susan for your review. We would welcome you and your family back any time. Really happy you loved The Lone Palm Ettalong.
Ettalong is a great spot with so much to do and yes the cottage is close to everything. I see you got to some favourite haunts. Next time try Coast - a short walk and a favourite of ours for lunch. Or if you decide on a romantic stay next time - The Box is great to go for dinner. Thanks again Susan.
We stayed 3 weeks a bit too small for that long, I don't think they usually have people stay that long. There is no dish washing machine or microwave, there could have been a few plastic containers, a radio would be nice and we defiantly needed a mop and broom, I found a sort of broom outside. The clock stopped a couple of days in we bought a battery but that doesn't seem to be the problem. We turned the fridge up on a really hot day and it started making a dreadful noise.
Lyndie P.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2023
Hy Lyndie
Thank you for your feedback and high rating. Thank you also for your personal text thanking me in relation to your stay and that you also enjoyed the wine we provided you.
Our sincere apologies re the clock stopping as you can imagine this is not something we could have foreseen. I would have happily replaced the clock the day it stopped. I give guests my phone number and ask them to call or text me with any little thing, this sort of thing included. The clock is now working.
I am sorry you did not like our broom. It is actually my favoured and trusted broom.
Just to clarify though, we supply all sorts of cleaning products and equipment which guests have told me they appreciate. There is/was a mop and bucket where the bikes are stored. There is also a vacuum and broom in the large 2nd living room cupboard along with appropriate and eco-friendly cleaning agents to assist. Where all these are kept is outlined in the guest information book which is left prominently on the dining room table. It is unfortunate for us both that you did not find these although I would think they are easy to find even without reading the guest info book. If only you had called/texted - I could have let you know.
I am quite perplexed why a hot day would affect the fridge given the cottage is air conditioned. I was at the cottage the following day and the air conditioning made the place very cool as intended – it was a very hot day otherwise we don’t often need it due to the sea breeze. I noted you had put all the controls on the fridge and freezer to ‘extreme’. The fridge is working perfectly (once returned to normal settings) and did not make a peep of a noise when staying the next couple of days.
Confused re plastic containers comment. We supply tupperware and also plastic re-usable containers which guests can also take with them if they have food they wish to travel with.
We do have guests stay for weeks and to date up to a month - often with kids and dogs in tow. The feedback has always been very flattering from these guests, some who have become returning guests. Guests also comment that the 2 separate living areas, the outdoor patio and the front deck at the Lone Palm Ettalong provide a good variety of living spaces.
Thank you for your suggestion about a microwave - we have now had one installed. I will also look into providing a radio although these days our guests tend to travel with their portable speakers but think a radio is a good idea.
Thank you Lyndie for staying at the Lone Palm Ettalong.
Great little granny flat(s) and little outdoor space, close to shops and restaurants. Clementine was a great host and the place had most basics you could need. Decorated well and clean. The only extras we could think of was that it was a cold but clear winters night and it would have been nice to have an outdoor gas heater to stay out a little longer with our glass of wine :)
Kelly-Marie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2023
Thank you so much for your review Kelly-Marie. Appreciate the feedback re outdoor gas heater but we think the ambience and warmth of having a small fire pit is much nicer but will definitely thnk about gas for next winter. Look forward to having you visit again.
We enjoyed our stay. Well stocked with all the bits and pieces you might need.
James M.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2023
Thank you James for your review. We do aim to have everything one might neeed. We stay there too so tend to know what is needed and what is just nice to have on hand. Hope to see you again at The Lone Palm Ettalong.
Clementine was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. We love the home and was a short walk to ettalong beach or a quick drive to umina beach. The house was comfortable for our family of 4 and 1 dog. I would certainly return if I revisit Ettalong beach again.
Roger D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2023
Thank you so much Roger for your lovely review. We love the home too and the easy access it provides to all that is available in Ettalong and Umina. Look forward to having you back to stay at The Lone Palm Ettalong.
Although small in size, it’s very relaxing and close enough to get to beaches.
Nice to also have a clean bbq for use (would suggest they buy a drip tray).
Great place, and being dog friendly was a bonus.
James M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2023
Thanks very much for your lovely review James. We love the easy walk to the dog friendly beaches and close access to all the restaurants and shops. Also thank you on tip for BBQ. Drip tray now in place. Look forward to having you back again at The Lone Palm Ettalong.
Absolutely loved staying at this cute cosy cottage. Clementine was such an amazing host and catered to all our needs. Close to shops, beaches and so much more. We will defiently be booking again in the future.
Teneille B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2022
Yay. So happy you enjoyed @thelonepalmettalong
You and fam and doggy were great guests and look forward to having you back. Thank you Teneille.