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The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Exterior
Dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach

With easy access to Bouddi National Park and overlooking the idyllic Brisbane Waters, The Bear House offers the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The Lobster Beach walking track can be accessed from the rear garden, and you ll find yourself in a sheltered bay fringed with stunning natural bushland. This home is also pet friendly (see pet policy below).

Brimming with old world original features, rustic charm and quirky corners renowned architect David Boyle cleverly combines the cosiness of yesteryear with the luxury of open plan alfresco living/dining in this relaxed coastal home. Surrounded by willow trees and wild flowers, you ll find it hard not to unwind. Take a nap in the hammock, dive into a good book while the kids muck around after the beach in the outdoor bath under the stars.
Features include:
* Rustic but modern timber kitchen with dishwasher, gas cooking and retractable windows * Open plan lounge, dining and kitchen offering indoor-outdoor living * Second cosy lounge room with pot belly stove and access to small courtyard * Sunroom bathed in natural light, perfect for losing yourself in your latest novel * Master bedroom queen bed, open plan walk-through robe, ensuite (please note there is no door to the ensuite) and private deck * Fourth bedroom/sitting room with single bed and sofa bed. Please note this room does not have doors but benefits from curtains for privacy * Spacious outdoor entertaining area with BBQ and children s cubby house * Family bathroom with bath/shower and laundry facilities * Outdoor bath/shower with hot and cold water
* Ceiling fans and gas heating * Access to the Lobster Beach walking trail, Box Head and Wagstaffe (please note vary in difficulty and length)
* Walking distance to Wagstaffe Palm Beach Ferry

Please note, security cameras are installed at a number of our properties. If this is of concern please contact the host for further details.

Pet Friendly Policy: This property is pet friendly with prior approval from the owners. Pets are to be kept off carpeted areas, beds, couches, cushions and other soft furnishings. Additional cleaning fees will apply if pets mark or soil these areas, or leave excessive fur or dirt behind.

Please note there are are a number of staircases in this property - something to be aware of if you have guests in your party with limited mobility.

As this beautiful home is being offered as a short-term rental, we kindly ask our guests to familiarise themselves with the short-term rental code of conduct, in particular part 2.5 which refers to the rights and obligations of the guest. This will help ensure your stay is enjoyed without interruption.

Property manager

Anna McCall

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 2257, PID-STRA-17996

Property is also known as

The Bearhouse At Pretty Pretty
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The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach Pretty Beach
The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach Private vacation home
The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach Private vacation home Pretty Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Pretty Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Turo Reserve - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Putty Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Ettalong Diggers Club - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Ettalong Wharf - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Ettalong Beach - 17 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Woy Woy Station - 21 min drive
  • Tascott Station - 28 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ettalong Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ettalong Beach Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bobby's Cafe Ettalong Beach - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ettalong Diggers - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coast - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Bouddi National Park and Turo Reserve. Como Parade Bush Reserve and Ettalong Wharf are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The Bearhouse at Pretty Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Faye W.

Sweet stay but consider this…
This is a lovely location with quirky interior design and detailing. HOWEVER, it’s not shown that there’s a big open stair case connecting the old and the new sections of the house. It was disappointing that this was not pictured. The photos on the site are not an accurate depiction of the space. Where the cute fireplace is, is completely open with another room and the hallway, which apart from making it noisy is not private and wedged right in the middle of the bedrooms. So if there are kids or people sleeping in the rooms there’ll be no late night D&M’s by the fire. Apart from the fire there are only 2 heaters downstairs. On the first night there was no kindling or wood or utensils to get the fire going so ensure you bring your own ( if you have a spare fire poker lying around) especially on cold nights. We didn’t find the bedding appropriate for our winter stay. The fourth bedroom doesn’t provide any privacy or cupboards as it’s not really a bedroom but more like a sitting room joining the sunroom ( with the front door) and the fire room and the hallway. The mezzanine and upper level were lovely and warm and the views were gorgeous. Unfortunately we didn’t use the back area much due to mould and it all being a bit unkempt, but the kids did enjoy the cubby house nonetheless. A kookaburra did steal a cheese cracker practically out of someone’s mouth with was very entertaining to our overseas guest. It was great to walk out the back gate and along some pretty steep and challenging walks in nature behind the house. It’s certainly little challenging for the very young or the very old, but climbing over the horizon to the beach was a delightful view and experience. Overall it’s a sweet space but we would’ve chosen something more appropriate for our baby and grandma had the description and pictures truthfully illustrated the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gudrun D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family stay at the Bearhouse
We had a lovely family stay at the Bearhouse and enjoyed the nearby beaches - unfortunately, there are no dog friendly beaches within walking distance. The house is well appointed, with great spaces to spread out, and probably had the best equipped pantry and kitchen we have experienced for a long time. For dog owners - please be aware, the yard is not fenced. Also, the house is on 3 levels with internal and external stairs (a baby gate is provided to keep the main living area safe for little ones).
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Di S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Easter at the Bearhouse
It was a great house, lots of light, different living areas, beautifully furnished. We loved it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021