Guidebook for Palm Beach

Angelina
Guidebook for Palm Beach

Food Scene

Enjoy flavoursome meals all using the freshest local produce and seafood whilst relaxing on the original boatshed deck overlooking Pittwater. The Boathouse offers breathtaking water views from every direction. (The Boathouse is a 20min walk from the house) Please note the kitchen closes at 3pm and no bookings are allowed.
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The Boathouse Palm Beach
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Enjoy flavoursome meals all using the freshest local produce and seafood whilst relaxing on the original boatshed deck overlooking Pittwater. The Boathouse offers breathtaking water views from every direction. (The Boathouse is a 20min walk from the house) Please note the kitchen closes at 3pm and no bookings are allowed.
If you are looking for an intimate summer dining experience on a candlelit terrace, or romantic cosy winter night by a roaring fireplace, Barrenjoey House has the perfect atmosphere, open for lunch and dinner (Only a 5min walk from the house). Bookings are advised especially in the summer months.
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Barrenjoey House
1108 Barrenjoey Rd
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If you are looking for an intimate summer dining experience on a candlelit terrace, or romantic cosy winter night by a roaring fireplace, Barrenjoey House has the perfect atmosphere, open for lunch and dinner (Only a 5min walk from the house). Bookings are advised especially in the summer months.
If you are looking for something more casual, you can’t beat Palm Beach Fish and Chips right next door to Barrenjoey House (5 min walk from the house).
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Palm Beach Fish & Chips
1104 Barrenjoey Rd
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If you are looking for something more casual, you can’t beat Palm Beach Fish and Chips right next door to Barrenjoey House (5 min walk from the house).
Sensational bread, the real deal and by far the best bakery on the Northern Beaches. Whilst they cover a wide variety the French style breads and cakes are most authentic. Only a 5min drive from the house.
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La Banette Patisserie Boulangerie
26 Avalon Parade
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Sensational bread, the real deal and by far the best bakery on the Northern Beaches. Whilst they cover a wide variety the French style breads and cakes are most authentic. Only a 5min drive from the house.
Perhaps the only feature that can divert your attention from the stunning view at Jonah’s is the food. The award-winning restaurant offers excellent Contemporary Australian cuisine under the direction of Executive Chef Logan Campbell and Head Sommelier Luke Collard. With a ‘Chef’s Hat’ the restaurant is a must if you love fine dining. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Booking in advance is a must (www.jonahs.com.au)
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Jonah’s Restaurant & Boutique Hotel
69 Bynya Rd
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Perhaps the only feature that can divert your attention from the stunning view at Jonah’s is the food. The award-winning restaurant offers excellent Contemporary Australian cuisine under the direction of Executive Chef Logan Campbell and Head Sommelier Luke Collard. With a ‘Chef’s Hat’ the restaurant is a must if you love fine dining. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Booking in advance is a must (www.jonahs.com.au)
A hidden gem at wonderful Whale Beach. Such a chilled Sunday morning vibe with couples relaxing with their dogs, families and surfers warming up after a dip in the ocean. All enjoying wonderful food! Breakfast is amazing. Fruit toast made with home made bread, succulent raisins and cinnamon. Lemon and ginger tea - a real taste sensation. 3 small bowls of finely grated ginger, lemon and honey with a beautiful iron teapot. Hot water refills all delivered with a smile. Friendly, professional staff. Be warned you'll want to enjoy this experience all day and never leave! (5min drive from the house)
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Whale Beach Deli
231 Whale Beach Rd
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A hidden gem at wonderful Whale Beach. Such a chilled Sunday morning vibe with couples relaxing with their dogs, families and surfers warming up after a dip in the ocean. All enjoying wonderful food! Breakfast is amazing. Fruit toast made with home made bread, succulent raisins and cinnamon. Lemon and ginger tea - a real taste sensation. 3 small bowls of finely grated ginger, lemon and honey with a beautiful iron teapot. Hot water refills all delivered with a smile. Friendly, professional staff. Be warned you'll want to enjoy this experience all day and never leave! (5min drive from the house)
Starfish is somewhere you would come for a special occasion - it's a little pricey but well worth it. Asian fusion-inspired restaurant which presents dishes with robust flavours cooked by first class chefs. Try the Kingfish sashimi soft tacos - at $8 each. They're a sensation. Open for lunch or dinner. (5min drive from the house)
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Starfish Avalon
23 Avalon Parade
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Starfish is somewhere you would come for a special occasion - it's a little pricey but well worth it. Asian fusion-inspired restaurant which presents dishes with robust flavours cooked by first class chefs. Try the Kingfish sashimi soft tacos - at $8 each. They're a sensation. Open for lunch or dinner. (5min drive from the house)
Located near the northern point of the beautiful Palm Beach peninsula, Dunes Restaurant & Kiosk provides a perfect setting for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The seasonal menu includes only the freshest produce in an innovative and contemporary variety of dishes, designed by our Executive Chef Troy Frater and his partner Madeleine Muhleck.
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Dunes Palm Beach
1193 Barrenjoey Rd
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Located near the northern point of the beautiful Palm Beach peninsula, Dunes Restaurant & Kiosk provides a perfect setting for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The seasonal menu includes only the freshest produce in an innovative and contemporary variety of dishes, designed by our Executive Chef Troy Frater and his partner Madeleine Muhleck.
Cottage Point Inn began its life as a boat house, general store and post office for the river community, now a fine dining restaurant in a stunning setting on the water overlooking the National Park. Chef Guillaume Zika joined the team after a 4 year stint at London’s 2 Michelin star Hibiscus Restaurant. Born in Paris and trained in some of the world's best and most demanding kitchens, Guillaume's food embraces his new home while reflecting his love for the country and food of his birth. Open for lunch and dinner Cottage Point Inn offers both an a la carte and & 7 course tasting menu. Cottage Point Inn is accessible by road, water and air.
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Cottage Point Inn
2 Anderson Pl
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Cottage Point Inn began its life as a boat house, general store and post office for the river community, now a fine dining restaurant in a stunning setting on the water overlooking the National Park. Chef Guillaume Zika joined the team after a 4 year stint at London’s 2 Michelin star Hibiscus Restaurant. Born in Paris and trained in some of the world's best and most demanding kitchens, Guillaume's food embraces his new home while reflecting his love for the country and food of his birth. Open for lunch and dinner Cottage Point Inn offers both an a la carte and & 7 course tasting menu. Cottage Point Inn is accessible by road, water and air.
Airy, relaxed cafe with polished floorboards and a verandah, for diverse meals and weekend high tea. Open everyday from 8am to 3pm.
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The Greedy Goat
1031 Barrenjoey Rd
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Airy, relaxed cafe with polished floorboards and a verandah, for diverse meals and weekend high tea. Open everyday from 8am to 3pm.

Drinks & Nightlife

Set on the stunning shores of Pittwater, The Newport is a vibrant gathering place for all ages. Nestled amongst idyllic gardens, and incorporating various outdoor dining spaces and bars, the sprawling grounds include areas perfect for whiling the day and night away. (15min drive from the house or the L90 Bus stops right out the front)
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The Newport
2 Kalinya St
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Set on the stunning shores of Pittwater, The Newport is a vibrant gathering place for all ages. Nestled amongst idyllic gardens, and incorporating various outdoor dining spaces and bars, the sprawling grounds include areas perfect for whiling the day and night away. (15min drive from the house or the L90 Bus stops right out the front)

Parks & Nature

The historic Barrenjoey Lighthouse is a 20-30min walk (each way) from the base (the base is a 25min walk from the house). The Lighthouse offers spectacular views to the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Broken Bay, Central Coast and the dramatic coastline of Sydney’s north. Lighthouse tours are conducted on Sundays, walking shoes and a water bottle are recommended.
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Barrenjoey Lighthouse
1199D Barrenjoey Rd
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The historic Barrenjoey Lighthouse is a 20-30min walk (each way) from the base (the base is a 25min walk from the house). The Lighthouse offers spectacular views to the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Broken Bay, Central Coast and the dramatic coastline of Sydney’s north. Lighthouse tours are conducted on Sundays, walking shoes and a water bottle are recommended.
Whale Beach is smaller than Palm Beach, but has a more relaxed environment with less tourists. It also has a famous surf break called 'The Wedge'. (20min walk or 5min drive from the house)
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Whale Beach
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Whale Beach is smaller than Palm Beach, but has a more relaxed environment with less tourists. It also has a famous surf break called 'The Wedge'. (20min walk or 5min drive from the house)
The Bible Garden is a quiet, contemplative, Christian garden made up of a series of gently descending, intimate grassed terraces that lead down to a viewing area providing spectacular views over Palm Beach. The pond contributes to its tranquillity and provides a water habitat for biblical plants. The garden contains a Bible and a biblical plaque in an attractively landscaped setting, Gerald Hercules Robinson established the Bible Garden in the 1960s. He believed that ‘The Garden and the view behind it provide a perfect example of the glory of God’s creation’. Open all hours. (15min walk from the house)
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The Palm Beach Bible Garden
6a Mitchell Rd
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The Bible Garden is a quiet, contemplative, Christian garden made up of a series of gently descending, intimate grassed terraces that lead down to a viewing area providing spectacular views over Palm Beach. The pond contributes to its tranquillity and provides a water habitat for biblical plants. The garden contains a Bible and a biblical plaque in an attractively landscaped setting, Gerald Hercules Robinson established the Bible Garden in the 1960s. He believed that ‘The Garden and the view behind it provide a perfect example of the glory of God’s creation’. Open all hours. (15min walk from the house)
The beach runs north of Sandy Point to Pittwater Park in the north. Snapperman beach is ideal for picnics at sunset and for kids to play in the park. You can see the beach from your balcony. It is just opposite the house and 5 min walk.
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Snapperman Beach Reserve
Iluka Road
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The beach runs north of Sandy Point to Pittwater Park in the north. Snapperman beach is ideal for picnics at sunset and for kids to play in the park. You can see the beach from your balcony. It is just opposite the house and 5 min walk.
Simply go for a swim / surf at the famous surf beach where the soap opera ‘Home & Away’ is filmed, you can easily access the beach behind our house using the set of stairs up to the road behind, it is about a 300m walk.
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Simply go for a swim / surf at the famous surf beach where the soap opera ‘Home & Away’ is filmed, you can easily access the beach behind our house using the set of stairs up to the road behind, it is about a 300m walk.
This hiking trail is more for the experienced hiker, with many tracks in the national park to choose from. The best place to start is Mackerel Beach, you can get there by ferry from the Palm Beach Ferry Wharf opposite our house. Please check the timetable. There are many walks to choose from once you arrive on Mackerel Beach, walk north to Resolute Beach and continue on to the West Head Lookout, or you can go south to Currawong Beach and The Basin. From The Basin you can catch the ferry back to Palm Beach, so you only have to walk one way. This is a day trip so please prepare accordingly with snacks and water bottles because you will not find shops in the national park.
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Great Mackerel Beach
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This hiking trail is more for the experienced hiker, with many tracks in the national park to choose from. The best place to start is Mackerel Beach, you can get there by ferry from the Palm Beach Ferry Wharf opposite our house. Please check the timetable. There are many walks to choose from once you arrive on Mackerel Beach, walk north to Resolute Beach and continue on to the West Head Lookout, or you can go south to Currawong Beach and The Basin. From The Basin you can catch the ferry back to Palm Beach, so you only have to walk one way. This is a day trip so please prepare accordingly with snacks and water bottles because you will not find shops in the national park.
Governor Phillip Park has been recently renovated and her facilities for both kids and parents are fabulous. A replica of the cutter Governor Arthur Phillip sailed on, as he passed these shores in 1788, in search of fertile farming grounds, for the burgeoning settlement of Sydney, defines the lay out of the new park. There are lots of large free BBQs for public use. A huge undercover trestle table has seen many a party, but you will need to get there early to secure that one. If you miss out, there are lots of heritage listed smaller picnic tables dotted around the park (10min walk from the house).
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Governor Phillip Park
Beach Road
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Governor Phillip Park has been recently renovated and her facilities for both kids and parents are fabulous. A replica of the cutter Governor Arthur Phillip sailed on, as he passed these shores in 1788, in search of fertile farming grounds, for the burgeoning settlement of Sydney, defines the lay out of the new park. There are lots of large free BBQs for public use. A huge undercover trestle table has seen many a party, but you will need to get there early to secure that one. If you miss out, there are lots of heritage listed smaller picnic tables dotted around the park (10min walk from the house).
If there’s one place that fans head to when they visit Palm Beach, it’s the North Palm Beach Surf Lifesaving Club. With the possible exception of the beach, this building is easily the most famous and recognisable location used on Home and Away, with tourists flocking to have their picture taken in front of the famous ‘Summer Bay SLSC’ sign bearing Alf Stewart’s name (15min walk from the house).
North Palm Beach Surf Lifesaving Club
If there’s one place that fans head to when they visit Palm Beach, it’s the North Palm Beach Surf Lifesaving Club. With the possible exception of the beach, this building is easily the most famous and recognisable location used on Home and Away, with tourists flocking to have their picture taken in front of the famous ‘Summer Bay SLSC’ sign bearing Alf Stewart’s name (15min walk from the house).
Take the 9am ferry from Palm Beach wharf to Great Mackerel Beach wharf. Proceed north along the beach across the sand bar to enter the bushland track in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, passing Resolute and West Head beaches (both accessible), climbing to West Head Lookout with extensive views. Follow the track west to main Picnic area, crossing the road for Koolewong loop walk with views north. Proceed via Red Hands Cave, left at rock engravings to the track above Resolute Beach and on to Mackerel Wharf. Allow 7hrs: 5hrs walking (9km), 1hr lunch and breaks and approximately 1hr for the ferry trip over and back. Be at Mackerel Wharf no later than 5pm for the return ferry. If you miss the ferry you can take a Water Taxi (0415 408 831).
Resolute Trail
Resolute Trail
Take the 9am ferry from Palm Beach wharf to Great Mackerel Beach wharf. Proceed north along the beach across the sand bar to enter the bushland track in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, passing Resolute and West Head beaches (both accessible), climbing to West Head Lookout with extensive views. Follow the track west to main Picnic area, crossing the road for Koolewong loop walk with views north. Proceed via Red Hands Cave, left at rock engravings to the track above Resolute Beach and on to Mackerel Wharf. Allow 7hrs: 5hrs walking (9km), 1hr lunch and breaks and approximately 1hr for the ferry trip over and back. Be at Mackerel Wharf no later than 5pm for the return ferry. If you miss the ferry you can take a Water Taxi (0415 408 831).
The Basin picnic and camping ground in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. This large, grassy area overlooks Pittwater, offering lovely surroundings and views. At The Basin, you’ll find great facilities along with a picnic area, sheltered beach and an inland lagoon. Pitch your tent in a shady spot, enjoy a bike ride or a swim and see if you can spot the local swamp wallabies or kookaburras. There’s no car access to The Basin, so park at West Head Road and then walk or cycle. You can also arrive by water taxi, boat or a ferry departing from Palm Beach Wharf.
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The Basin
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The Basin picnic and camping ground in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. This large, grassy area overlooks Pittwater, offering lovely surroundings and views. At The Basin, you’ll find great facilities along with a picnic area, sheltered beach and an inland lagoon. Pitch your tent in a shady spot, enjoy a bike ride or a swim and see if you can spot the local swamp wallabies or kookaburras. There’s no car access to The Basin, so park at West Head Road and then walk or cycle. You can also arrive by water taxi, boat or a ferry departing from Palm Beach Wharf.

Shopping

With over 140 stores and services to choose from, Avalon has something for everyone. Shop the trendy fashion boutiques, catch a movie in the state-of-the-art cinema or sit down, relax and enjoy a meal in the many cafes and restaurants. (5min drive from the house)
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Avalon Beach
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With over 140 stores and services to choose from, Avalon has something for everyone. Shop the trendy fashion boutiques, catch a movie in the state-of-the-art cinema or sit down, relax and enjoy a meal in the many cafes and restaurants. (5min drive from the house)
Come and browse the numerous stalls at the Palm Beach markets. You will find fashion, jewellery, shoes, food, furniture, hats and lots more. Open from 9am-3pm, every 4th Sunday of the month. (5min walk from the house)
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Palm Beach Market : 4th Sunday of the Month - 9am til 3pm
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Come and browse the numerous stalls at the Palm Beach markets. You will find fashion, jewellery, shoes, food, furniture, hats and lots more. Open from 9am-3pm, every 4th Sunday of the month. (5min walk from the house)

Essentials

Woolworths is found in Avalon, 5 min drive from the house.
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Woolworths Avalon
74 Old Barrenjoey Rd
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Woolworths is found in Avalon, 5 min drive from the house.
The closest convenience store walking distance is ‘Palm Beach Wine Co’, which is a 10min walk (distance 750m) from the house. This store has amazing food, wine and cheese. Ideal for buying ingredients to have a picnic. Please let me know if you would like to borrow a Picnic Basket.
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Palm Beach Wine Co
1109 Barrenjoey Rd
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The closest convenience store walking distance is ‘Palm Beach Wine Co’, which is a 10min walk (distance 750m) from the house. This store has amazing food, wine and cheese. Ideal for buying ingredients to have a picnic. Please let me know if you would like to borrow a Picnic Basket.

Entertainment & Activities

The Palm Beach Golf Club enjoys an exquisite advantage of location, being only 5min walk from the house. The sprawling nine hole course is a championship level layout overlooking the picturesque Northern Beaches. The club is sheltered by the Barrenjoey Lighthouse, cradled between the Pittwater and Palm Beach. The clubhouse also provides a range of golfing equipments and accessories, like golf carts and clothes.
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Palm Beach Golf Club
2 Beach Rd
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The Palm Beach Golf Club enjoys an exquisite advantage of location, being only 5min walk from the house. The sprawling nine hole course is a championship level layout overlooking the picturesque Northern Beaches. The club is sheltered by the Barrenjoey Lighthouse, cradled between the Pittwater and Palm Beach. The clubhouse also provides a range of golfing equipments and accessories, like golf carts and clothes.
Avalon has a state of the art cinema, only a 5min drive from the house.
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United Cinemas Avalon
39 Old Barrenjoey Rd
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Avalon has a state of the art cinema, only a 5min drive from the house.
Right next door to ‘The Boathouse’ you can hire a paddle board, kayak, party boat or tinny for a few hours. Fishing gear can also be hired along with the purchase of bait and some cold drinks. (20min walk from the house)
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Barrenjoey Boating Services
1191 Barrenjoey Rd
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Right next door to ‘The Boathouse’ you can hire a paddle board, kayak, party boat or tinny for a few hours. Fishing gear can also be hired along with the purchase of bait and some cold drinks. (20min walk from the house)
The Palm Beach rock pool is 50 metres long, ideal for swimming in sea water without battling the waves of the ocean. Located on the eastern side of Palm Beach at the southern end (access is off Ocean Road). Facilities include, public toilet and showers. (10min walk from the house)
Palm Beach Rockpool
4 Florida Rd
The Palm Beach rock pool is 50 metres long, ideal for swimming in sea water without battling the waves of the ocean. Located on the eastern side of Palm Beach at the southern end (access is off Ocean Road). Facilities include, public toilet and showers. (10min walk from the house)

Sightseeing

With departures all day, every day, you can enjoy great cafes and seafood lunches in Ettalong, picnic facilities and National Park bushwalking in the Basin, a dip in the Great Mackerel Beach, along with other amazing destinations. No need to pre-book; tickets are available on board. Please see the timetable at: www.palmbeachferries.com.au. (5min walk from the house)
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Palm Beach Ferries
1118 Barrenjoey Rd
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With departures all day, every day, you can enjoy great cafes and seafood lunches in Ettalong, picnic facilities and National Park bushwalking in the Basin, a dip in the Great Mackerel Beach, along with other amazing destinations. No need to pre-book; tickets are available on board. Please see the timetable at: www.palmbeachferries.com.au. (5min walk from the house)