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Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining

Cottage perfectly located for exploring Duffys Forest

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Duffys Forest, NSW
  • Place, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Anembo Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the area

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Duffys Forest stay.Your stay at this Duffys Forest cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Narrabeen Beach and Mona Vale Beach.

What's nearby

  • Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Anembo Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 37 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Circular Quay - 38 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Pymble Station - 18 min drive
  • Mount Kuring-gai Station - 29 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crofty's Cafe - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Farina Pizzeria Turramurra - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪twenty74 - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Terrey Hills Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Palms Eatery - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining

Paradise Country Living Meets Coastal Oasis and Optional Private Fine Dining

Experience the ultimate acreage escape in the heart of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. This property offers a peaceful country lifestyle right on the Northern Beaches peninsula.
Wake up to the relaxing sound of birds singing all year round. Wander our well - maintained Garden. Spend your days unwinding in a tranquil, secluded paradise that feels worlds away, yet sits just 15 minutes from the coast and around only 30 minutes from Sydney CBD.

Resort-Style Relaxation
The Pool: Lounge, swim, and soak up the sun in a peaceful backyard setting.
The Heated Spa: Perfect for any season. Sink into the warm water heated up to 36°C. Available anytime of the day—even on a crisp winter night ($25 fee applies for up to 3 hours of maximum use).

Unbeatable Peninsula Location
You are perfectly positioned to explore the very best of the region, connects you to:
Many small bush walks all around the local area
World-class Northern Beaches coastline
Narrabeen Lake walkways & water sports
Akuna Bay boating and marina
West Head lookout bush-walks and 3 secluded beaches

Escape to a completely detached, standalone two-bedroom guest house offering the country comfort. Surrounded by immaculately well-maintained gardens and the soothing sounds of native birdlife, this modern retreat is entirely separated from the main residence. It boasts its own dedicated driveway, giving you full independence and peace of mind from the moment you arrive. Enjoy a seamless arrival with our contactless self-check-in system, allowing you to settle in at your own pace.

The Living Quarters:
Two beautifully appointed bedrooms designed for rest and relaxation, complemented by a private, modern bathroom featuring a refreshing shower and basin.
The Secluded Bedroom: Features a generous walk-in wardrobe and peaceful glass framing tranquil, leafy garden views, one offer the glimpse of sunset and other beautiful sunrises. The guest house perfectly separates from the main house by a sparkling swimming pool.

The Space & Kitchen Facilities
The guest house is designed for a relaxing, low-maintenance holiday. Inside, you will find:
The Living Quarters: Two beautifully appointed bedrooms. The master features a generous walk-in wardrobe and peaceful windows framing tranquil, leafy garden views.
The Bathroom: A private, modern bathroom featuring a refreshing shower and basin.
The Kitchen: Equipped with simple cooking facilities ideal for light meals and holiday snacks. It features a coffee machine, microwave, small stove, a handy little fridge, and a commercial fridge with ample space for your cold beverages and platters. Please note there is NO freezer.

Amenities Note: To preserve the tranquil nature of the stay, there is NO washing machine on-site.

Resort-Style Oasis: Take full advantage of the sparkling pool or unwind in the heated spa (warmed up to 36°C; available anytime for just a $25 fee for up to 3 hours of maximum use).

Nestled in the heart of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, you are perfectly centered on the Northern Beaches peninsula. Explore local bushwalks right from your doorstep, or take a quick 15-minute drive to Akuna Bay, West Head, Narrabeen Lake, and world-class surf beaches:

Enhance your stay by requesting an exclusive, private fine dining experience ($65 per person) or beautiful breakfast ($25 per person) prepared on-site by your host, a recently retired professional German/Austrian chef with over 40 years of experience at exquisite fine dining restaurant and many time winning of best European Restaurant in Sydney which Robert owned and managed for 31.5 years right here at Northern Beaches.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Portable Beds available

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Fee apply for extra guests Catering available

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Fee apply for extra guests Catering available
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40. Note from host: Fee apply for extra guests Catering available For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-88911, 2084

Frequently asked questions

How close is Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining to the airport?

This cottage is 30.5 mi (62-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining to the beach?

This cottage is 14 mi (40-min drive) from Manly Beach and 9 mi (26-min drive) from Narrabeen Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining have a pool?

This cottage features an outdoor pool.

Does Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Paradise Country Living, Nature Retreat near Beaches & Private Chef Fine Dining to downtown Sydney?

This cottage is 13.4 mi away from Sydney.

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