PALM BEACH
Palm Beach is the northernmost of Sydney’s beach suburbs, situated at the tip of the peninsula, over an hours’ drive from Sydney’s CBD. Often referred to as the ‘jewel’ of Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Palm Beach is a beautiful and renowned beach holiday destination with the quiet waters of Pittwater on one side and the pristine blue waters of the Pacific Ocean on the other. If you enjoy golfing, then the challenging 9-hole Palm Beach Golf Course nestled between Pittwater and the surf beach and at the foot of Barrenjoey Lighthouse is one of the most picturesque you’ll find. And dining is equally easy, with cosmopolitan cafes and fine dining restaurants within close proximity.The area is quiet and relaxed with a wide variety of holiday rental houses on offer. Northern Beaches Holidays’ Palm Beach accommodation ranges from classic original beach holiday cottages to the modern beach mansions nestled amongst the trees overlooking both sides of the peninsula.Similar to all the Northern Beaches, Palm Beach has full time lifeguards on patrol from October to April and is one of the safest beaches in Sydney for families to visit and enjoy.
WHALE BEACH
Whale Beach is a beautiful stretch of ocean beach situated between two rocky headlands. Facing east to the Pacific Ocean, with Palm Beach to the north and Avalon to the south, Whale Beach is popular with locals and families. At the southern end of the beach, there’s a children’s pool and shaded park with picnic and BBQ facilities. An idyllic Sydney beach holiday rental location, Whale Beach also offers some of the most stylish cafes and restaurants on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Northern Beaches Holidays offers a range of Whale Beach holiday rental accommodation from luxury beachfront holiday houses to smaller up-market beach houses.
AVALON
Avalon is one of the more relaxed beach suburbs of Sydney’s Northern Beaches, offering a unique village seaside holiday atmosphere with a beautiful beach, many cafes, restaurants, its own cinema and a large variety of interesting boutiques and homeware shops.Named after the legendary island where King Arthur was carried after his last battle, Avalon is flanked by picturesque hills, which provide stunning views over Pittwater and the Pacific Ocean.Northern Beaches Holidays’ Avalon accommodation ranges from stylish family friendly holiday rental houses to modern beachfront apartments and even executive accommodation.
CLAREVILLE
Overlooking Pittwater, Clareville is a quiet, family suburb with a beautiful calm beach perfect for the kids and only a two minute drive to Avalon. With views over to Scotland Island and the National Park and great access to the marinas, Clareville offers a special family beach holiday experience.Northern Beaches Holiday’s has a variety of Clareville holiday houses available for holiday rentals.
BILGOLA
Bilgola is situated between Avalon and Clareville to the north and Newport to the south and undoubtedly boasts one of the most picturesque beaches on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Its name comes from the Aboriginal word thought to mean ‘swirling waters’.Surrounded by Bilgola’s sub-tropical rainforest at the bottom of a pretty gully, Bilgola Beach is one of the smaller beaches on the peninsula. Northern Beaches Holidays offers a number of luxury holiday rental houses with stunning Bilgola Beach and sea views.
NEWPORT
Newport is a lively Northern Beaches destination with a fine stretch of ocean surf beach set between two rocky headlands, many stylish cafes, restaurants and specialist shops. Situated between Bungan Beach to the south and Bilgola Plateau to the north, Newport is at the heart of all the Northern Beaches has to offer. rnOn the Pittwater side, Newport is home to the prestigious Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club and the Royal Motor Yacht Club as well as several small sailing clubs. The suburb is also home to the legendary Northern Beaches pub, the Newport Arms, with its large beer garden overlooking the beautiful waters of Pittwater.rnNorthern Beaches Holidays has a number of classic stylish beach houses available for holiday rentals at Newport.
MONA VALE
Mona Vale is often referred to as the gateway of the Northern Beaches peninsula, with its central location and array of attractions and leisure activities. Mona Vale Beach is a long, straight stretch of beach backed by a large park and golf course, with child-friendly rock baths set in the rock platform separating Mona Vale Beach to the south and sheltered Basin Beach to the north.The Mona Vale shopping centre offers many bustling informal and fine dining restaurants, cosmopolitan cafes and specialty shopping areas. Northern Beaches Holidays has a number of absolute beachfront holiday houses and more affordable holiday apartments for families and couples keen to make the most of all Mona Vale and the Northern Beaches have to offer.
PITTWATER
Stretched out behind Sydney’s Northern Beaches peninsular, Pittwater is a haven for sailing and yachting enthusiasts with a myriad of beautiful bays and coves. Bordered by Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park, with its spectacular cliff faces, natural beauty and walking trails, Pittwater offers visitors to the area a truly unique holiday experience.rnrnNorthern Beaches Holidays’ Pittwater accommodation is situated around the Pittwater area, with the majority of Pittwater holiday rentals enjoying stunning views across the water and up to the Hawkesbury.
BUNGAN
Bungan Beach is one of the Northern Beaches’ hidden gems. Situated south of Newport and north of Mona Vale, Bungan Beach is only accessible to visitors on foot via a steep path and as a result, is rarely busy, even in the height of summer. The beach is overlooked by some stunning properties with panoramic views. Northern Beaches Holidays offers state of the art, luxury holiday rental houses as well as classic beach houses with direct access to this unique beach.
COLLAROY
Collaroy Beach forms part of Sydney's second longest beach which runs for 3.2km and is one of the most protected and sheltered beaches in the area. It is a popular beach and is more renowned for its attraction to families with younger children. Collaroy Surf Club has one of the oldest surf clubs which was founded in 1911, and is surrounded by a large park and car park, with a popular rock pool on the southern rocks.
GREAT MACKEREL BEACH
Located on the western shores of Pittwaterrnand opposite Palm Beach, Mackerel Beach is tucked away on the edge of thernKur-ring-gai National Park. Here you can find some of the most private andrnsought after beach houses in Sydney. Accessible only by water and with the onlyrnmode of transport being by foot, it is the perfect destination for familiesrnwith children or those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of the realrnworld. Mackerel Beach is is like living in the country but staying on thernbeach. Experience a holiday destination like none other in all of Sydney. Steprnback and enjoy the wonders of nature - even watch the wallabies bounding downrnthe main road. It really does happen here! Wildlife is everywhere to be seen.rnTake a trek through the national park on the walking trails or just laze by thernbeach. In winter time put on a log fire and settle in with your favourite book,rnMackerel Beach is an amazing place all year round.Where else can you experiencernsomewhere like this and yet still be in Sydney. There is no other place like itrnand it one that you will never forget.rnrn
CURL CURL
Curl Curl Beach is located towards the southern end of the Northern Beaches. It is nestled in between Freshwater Beach and Dee Why Beach. The beach is divided into North and South Curl Curl beaches and also at the southern end is one of the best ocean swimming pools in the area making it ideal for families with children of all ages . Curl Curl is known for some of the best surfing on the Northern Beaches.With its proximity to Manly, the Harbour and the CBD of Sydney, it is a popular destination for those wanting to be close to the action but also to enjoy the spoils that the beach offers.
WARRIEWOOD
Warriewood Beach is one of the lesser known beaches on the peninsula, but as a result is one of the more relaxed and undeveloped. Situated between Mona Vale to the north, and the ‘hidden’ Turimetta Beach and pretty North Narrabeen to the south, Warriewood is backed by steep cliffs with a rocky headland and nature reserve to the south. At low tide, Mona Vale Beach is accessible via Warriewood Beach, offering a great evening walk along the sands. There are a number of laid back cafes and restaurants above the beach, catering for locals, families, surfers and tourists enjoying a great holiday spot. Northern Beaches Holidays offers several stylish family holiday rental houses at Warriewood.
NARRABEEN
Narrabeen is a relaxed, easy going Northern Beaches suburb with a long stretch of beach famous for being one of the great surf breaks in the world. Narrabeen is set apart from the other areas on the Northern Beaches as it is backed by Narrabeen Lake, a haven for wind surfing, kayaking, canoeing, row boating, sailing, swimming and fishing. The lake is surrounded by numerous parks and reserves providing beautiful bush walking tracks along the waters edge. The area also features fine restaurants and cafes and a friendly shopping atmosphere. The monthly market is a regular attraction with stalls right on the waters edge at Berry Reserve, providing the perfect location to pick up a once a month Saturday morning bargain. Northern Beaches Holidays has a number of spectacular absolute beachfront holiday rentals available for rent throughout the year.
DEE WHY
Dee Why is a bustling Northern Beaches suburb with a great beach and surf culture. Rapidly gaining a reputation as the ‘eat street’ of the Northern Beaches, the beachfront now boasts some excellent fine dining restaurants and cafes with wonderful ocean views. Dee Why Beach runs for almost 2km around the bay and is backed by Long Reef Reserve golf course in the north. Popular with surfers, Dee Why beach is also great for families with a sheltered south end with a pool and a newly developed terraced park area. Northern Beaches Holidays offers a selection of holiday rental apartments and houses.
FRESHWATER
Freshwater Beach (known as Freshie by the locals, or Harbord), is one of the Northern Beaches’ most picturesque and smallest beaches at just over 350m long. Sitting snugly between two rocky headlands on Queenscliff Bay, it is also one of the more popular beaches with bustling Manly to the south. rnHarbord Village, situated behind Freshwater Beach, is a great little community with restaurants, street cafes, supermarkets and take-away eateries. rnrnNorthern Beaches Holidays offers a number of holiday apartments and holiday houses in the area.
BELROSE AND NORTH SHORE
Set inland from the Coastal areas of the Northern Beaches, Belrose and The North Shore of Sydney house some of the finest homes to be found in this famous city. Made up of more resort style and large Estate properties, Belorse and the North Shore provide the locations for those wanting the best of both worlds with close proximity to the CBD whilst at the same time being far enough away to have the peace and quiet one is looking for on a relaxing holiday.
BALMORAL BEACH
Located less than 8km's from the CBD of Sydney, Balmoral Beach is one of the more private and secluded harbour beaches. Balmoral Beach has views across the entrance to Middle Harbour to North Head, Manly, and Clontarf. The beach faces north east and is sheltered from ocean swell by Middle HeadrnrnThere are fantastic eateries situated along The Esplanade, the main thoroughfare along the beach, ranging from take away to restaurant dining. It's an ideal place for a quick swim and takeaway fish and chips on the beach at sunset or a romantic dinner enjoying the wonderful views. In fact, its the type of beach where you can take your rollerblades, bike, windsurfers and football, or just a picnic basket. It is one of the best beaches for families in Sydney.rnrnWith its proximity to the city and CBD, Balmoral is very popular with those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of Sydney but still be close enough to be able to enjoy all that it has to offer.
MANLY
Situated seven miles north-east of Sydney and home to the first of the Northern Beaches, Manly was named by Captain Arthur Phillip after his encounter with the confident and ‘manly’ Aboriginal people of the Kay-ye-my clan who lived here. rnrnNow a popular seaside town, Manly offers a wealth of attractions and recreational activities to suit all ages and interests. Surrounded on three sides by water, Manly is the perfect destination to enjoy both the habour and the ocean, boasting some glorious beaches, and is only a 30 minute ferry ride into Sydney’s CBD. Whether you’re after fine dining, a cosmopolitan bar or eclectic café, Manly has a vast number of eateries.rnrnNorthern Beaches Holidays has a variety of Manly accommodation options, from holiday apartments to beach houses.
