a minutes walk from the myall river, this simple motel in a low-rise redbrick building is also a 12-minute walk from hawks nest golf club and 1 km from jimmys beach. wi-fi, parking and guest laundry facilities are also available. there's an outdoor pool and a bbq area. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. some have river views; 1- and 2-bedroom suites add living rooms and sofabeds. upgraded suites include full kitchens and/or whirlpool baths. relaxed rooms with exposed brick walls feature flat-screen tvs and dvd players, as well as kitchenettes, balconies and sitting areas Newcastle Airport 46 min
Jimmys Beach (15 min) Tranquil, scenic beach in a sheltered setting with calm water & a stretch of sand for long walks. Tomaree National Park (1 hr 9) Located on the traditional land of the Worimi People, this coastal park has many volcanic features. One Mile Beach (1 hr 6) Popular recreational beach for surfers & families, with sand dunes & picnic areas. Samurai Nudist Beach (1 hr 6) Popular clothing-optional beach & 4x4 driving rally destination, with a campground. d'Albora Marinas (1 hr 6) Tomaree Head (1 hr 18) Peninsula with sandy beaches & hiking trails up bush-clad mountains for sweeping ocean views. Oakfield Ranch Camel Rides (1 hr 1) Camel-riding trails over rolling dunes & along the shore, with an option to pre-book sunset tours. Worimi Conservation Lands (1 hr 6) Aboriginal-owned park with guided dune tours, sand boarding, beach fishing & horseback riding. Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters (56 min) Zenith Beach (1 hr 13) Modest, sandy cove between mountains, with clear water, rock formations & surfing waves. Gan Gan Lookout (1 hr 4) Accessible by car, this prominent viewpoint offers expansive views of Nelson Bay & beyond. Tomaree Mountain (1 hr 20) Guided tours are offered to the top of this mountain featuring ocean views & marine life sightings. Tomaree Head Summit walk (1 hr 12) Short, steep hiking trail leading to lookout platforms with expansive bay & island views. Broughton Island (16 min) Tiny, rugged island with abundant bird & marine life, tranquil coves & simple campsites. Toboggan Hill Park (1 hr 2) Fun park featuring a toboggan run, mini-golf, water-balloon launchers, a giant maze & more. |