House in Bonny Hills, NSW

Apricari - oasis by the sea

Apricari - oasis by the sea

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Apricari oasis by the sea
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Apricari oasis by the sea
Apricari oasis by the sea
Apricari oasis by the sea

Overview of Apricari - oasis by the sea

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Sea view
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Bonny Hills, NSW
  • Popular LocationRainbow Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorth Haven Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPilot Beach20 min drive
  • AirportPort Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 Downstairs

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

About this property

Apricari - oasis by the sea

BEACH SIDE LOCATION, sleeps multiple families, 6-8 beds. 'Apricari' means to embrace the sun for relaxation and pleasure. And that is exactly what you will do here. Wake up to spectacular ocean views and sounds, watch the whales from the deck, hear the black cockatoos and just unwind. Unspoilt beaches, great surf, hiking trails, mountain bike tracks, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, golf, koala art, wine tasting; all within easy reach.
Shelly beach is just 50meters away or a 2 minute stroll. Bartlett or 'little beach' 5 minutes walk, Sharkies 10-15 minutes walk via the headland loop, and Rainbow patrolled beach 10-15 minutes walk. Or hop on a bike or in the car and you are there in no time. Or just simply relax on the verandah, in the garden or on the lounge.

LAYOUT
Apricari is a two story house, cosy for 2-4 people and at the same time big enough for 2 families with downstairs included. Downstairs rumpus room is set up as office area and extra sleeping place for children. High chair and cot available. Child stair safety gate installed.
Free high speed WIFI and Netflix (fully set up) is included.

BEDDING
Total number of beds 6 to 8: 3x queen, 2x single, 1 trundle, 1x Futon, 1x Floor mattress
Upstairs:
2 Bedrooms with queen bed
1 Bedroom with single
2 Bathrooms (master bedroom with ensuite)
Downstairs:
1 Bedroom with queen bed
1x Single + Trundle in rumpus room / office area
1x Sofa Bed / Futon (folds into double bed) in rumpus
1x Extra floor mattress
1 Bathroom

THE SPACE
An instant holiday feel as soon as you enter Apricari. Loose the shoes!
Wake up to spectacular ocean views and sounds, watch the whales from the deck, hear the black cockatoos and just unwind and enjoy. Unspoilt beaches, great surf, hiking trails, mountain bike tracks, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, golf, koala art, wine tasting; all within easy reach. Shelly beach is just 50meters away or a 2 minute stroll. Bartlett or 'little beach' 5 minutes walk, Sharkies 10-15 minutes walk via the headland loop, and Rainbow patrolled beach 10-15 minutes walk. Or hop on a bike or in the car and you are there in no time. Or just simply relax on the verandah, in the garden or on the lounge.
Games and many books are provided, as well as binoculars. Table tennis table is located in the garage.
The house breathes good vibes with its modern and comfortable interior style that makes you instantly feel at home. All modern comforts are taken care of: FREE high speed WIFI, internet connected TV's, 3D DVD player, USB charge ports. Fully equipped kitchen with all the necessary equipment and funky crockery. Nespresso coffee machine, drip coffee machine and plunger, milk frother, Toaster etc. Large hooded Everdure gas BBQ. Well stocked pantry. Internal laundry with Miele washing machine and Miele dryer.
You will find a fully functioning house with proper furniture and everything that you need. Consistent 4 to 5 star reviews.

Fresh food and green lovers, please treat yourself to the herb and veggie garden, including lemon tree, red ruby grapefruit tree, rosemary and thyme, and other in-season varieties.

AIRCON OR FANS
All rooms have ceiling fans, there is always a pleasant ocean breeze to keep you cool.
No aircon

PARKING
One side of double garage is available for parking, the other half of the garage is used for storage and table tennis.
Driveway fits 2 cars.
Free street parking.

FREE WIFI
WIFI is included and free. Please note that internet speeds in regional NSW are slower than what you may be used to in Metro area.

LINEN INCLUDED
High quality linen is included for a carefree stay. Just bring your own beach towels.

PET FRIENDLY
Well behaved pets (dogs, birds, sorry no cats) are allowed with pre-approval from owner. Pets to be kept off beds and lounges. Dogs to be kept outdoors on verandah, in garden and down stairs in rumpus room. Just chat to us about your needs. Please note the yard is not fully fenced and opens up to the road. The gate in the back garden enters onto the headland reserve which is easy for dogs to stroll around. Great hiking trails are accessible straight from the house to dog friendly beaches.

OTHER
No school groups or under 18 groups
Standard check-in time: 3pm
Standard check-out time: 11am

VIDEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xRMYFEjlBE

Property manager

Susan de Jonge and team
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Languages

Dutch, English, German
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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Sea view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property registration number PID-STRA-4050

About the area

Bonny Hills

Located in Bonny Hills, this holiday home is near the beach. Rainbow Beach Reserve and Mary Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cod Grounds Marine Park and Billabong Koala Wildlife Park. Macquarie Nature Reserve and Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Beach Reserve - 18 min walk
  • Rainbow Beach - 6 min drive
  • North Haven Beach - 6 min drive
  • Pilot Beach - 20 min drive
  • Town Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Kendall Station - 20 min drive
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caramels at Cathie - 9 min drive
  • Laurieton Hotel - 10 min drive
  • North Haven Takeaway - 5 min drive
  • Lake Cathie Tavern - 9 min drive
  • Sandbar Cafe Restaurant - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Apricari - oasis by the sea pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Apricari - oasis by the sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Apricari - oasis by the sea located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rainbow Beach Reserve and Mary Reserve. Crowdy Bay National Park and Rainbow Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.7/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.7/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Sudip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect holiday accommodation for a big family
It is perfect place for someone who loves water and sound of sea and dark sky with bright stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/5 Good

Adem A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away
Property was well set up. Has anything you could really need. It felt like staying at a friends house, with ‘revolving pantry’ and use of bikes and boogie boards.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

5/5 Excellent

matthew n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot , excellent location. House was clean . We had no problems at all .
Great location. House was nice and clean. Lots of space. We would definitely come back for another holiday .
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

5/5 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is well equipped and the setup is great. The whole family had a great time.
The whole experience was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

5/5 Excellent

Mirko S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for relaxing getaway
Isolated enough from busy areas, few steps from the beach and with all the space you need yo spend a great relaxing gateway, switch off from city life and enjoy relax in the nature (with all needed comforts nearby)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Susan de Jonge and team

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This property is managed by Susan and Nic from SOLscape holiday rentals, which means "escape to sun". We are a a local team, a boutique agency specialising in holiday rentals, and aim to make things as easy as possible for you. Your beds will be spread, towels are provided, the pantry is stocked with all the basics and more. All you have to do is rock up and relax!

Why they chose this property

The owner bought this property because of the unique location: view view views, no neighbours in the back, astonishing desolated beaches and amazing wildlife. A very relaxing city escape at first and now my daily lifestyle. You will understand what i mean when you get here.

What makes this property unique

HIGHLIGHTS
- Extensive ocean views
- Multiple outdoor decks
- Herb and veggie garden
- Luxury outfitted
- Smart TV's, 3D DVD player, Bose sound system
- Free WIFI
- Coffee machine: Lavazza Modo Mio machine, an extra drip machine as well as a plunger
- BBQ: large hooded gas 4 burner
- Linen included. Just bring your own beach towels

Languages:

English, German, Dutch

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